Sitadel International

Building the Future of Hospitality in the Dominican Republic

Sitadel International is pursuing the acquisition and long-term stewardship of the JW Marriott in the Dominican Republic while advancing a new generation of luxury hospitality, mixed-use development, and sustainable community initiatives across Barahona and the southern Punta Cana corridor.

2035

Long-term regional development vision integrating hospitality, infrastructure, workforce development, and sustainable economic growth.

Hospitality as a Platform for Regional Transformation

Sitadel International is focused on creating destination-driven hospitality assets that elevate tourism, strengthen local economies, and establish long-term value for investors and communities alike.

Through strategic acquisitions, luxury resort development, and integrated infrastructure planning, Sitadel seeks to position the southern Dominican Republic as one of the Caribbean’s most compelling emerging destinations.

Beyond hotels, the company’s vision includes workforce housing, renewable energy systems, transportation access, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and community-centered development designed to create resilient and sustainable growth.

Development Pillars

Luxury Hospitality, Acquisition and development of premium hospitality assets aligned with global luxury standards and authentic Caribbean experiences. Community Development, Integrated workforce and community initiatives supporting education, housing, entrepreneurship, and local economic participation. Infrastructure & Energy, Modern infrastructure planning including renewable energy systems, mobility solutions, and resilient utility development. Regional Investment, Catalyzing long-term investment opportunities across Barahona, southern Punta Cana, and underserved coastal corridors.

Executive Team

Sitadel's leadership team combines expertise in international development, hospitality strategy, infrastructure, finance, and sustainable economic growth.

David Samuel Smith

Founder & Strategic Development Lead

David Samuel Smith is a business development and systems innovation professional focused on community development, renewable energy, infrastructure, and technology-driven economic growth initiatives. His work spans energy systems, manufacturing, international development projects, and strategic operational leadership with a strong emphasis on sustainable economic empowerment and regional transformation.

Frantz H. Joseph

International Development & Finance

Frantz H. Joseph is an international business development executive with extensive experience in finance, strategic growth initiatives, infrastructure development, renewable energy, and entrepreneurship throughout the Caribbean. His leadership supports sustainable business ecosystems and socially driven investment strategies designed to create lasting economic opportunity.

Eduardo Gonzalez Larrondo

Operations & Corporate Strategy

Eduardo Gonzalez Larrondo is an international executive and corporate director with more than two decades of leadership experience across infrastructure, industrial operations, construction materials, and strategic business development throughout Latin America. His expertise includes operational scaling, institutional leadership, and cross-border investment execution.

Gino Mestanza

Regional Communications & Market Development

Gino Mestanza is a communications and business development professional with experience supporting commercial operations and regional growth initiatives throughout the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and the Caribbean. His background includes strategic communications, relationship management, and expanding regional business connectivity.

Unlocking the Potential of Southern Dominican Republic

Sitadel’s long-term vision extends beyond individual hospitality assets. The company seeks to help shape a new economic corridor connecting Barahona and the southern Punta Cana region through sustainable tourism, infrastructure investment, and integrated community development.

Planned initiatives include boutique resorts, eco-luxury destinations, workforce and community support infrastructure, renewable utility systems, and public-private partnerships designed to accelerate responsible regional growth.

Creating Destinations. Building Communities.

Sitadel International is committed to developing world-class hospitality experiences while creating lasting economic and social impact throughout the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean.