JULIUS NASSO
Founder & Managing Director
50+ years in construction and development—32 in NYC high-rise, 18 in Florida, most recently the $300M Residences at 400 Central. Florida Certified General Contractor.
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FL Lic. #CGC031678
Team
EXPERIENCED LEADERS.
EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS.
A family-owned group led by builders and operators, backed by five decades of experience and a roster of world-class partners in design, hospitality, and advanced construction.
Leadership
MIKE CIHLAR
Partner · Construction Director
Two decades across mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and fabrication. OSHA-certified and field-tested, Mike oversees construction operations and craftsmanship.
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FRANK NASSO
Business Development Director
Leads new business and partnerships across construction and hospitality, connecting the group's capabilities to the projects and communities it serves.
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MICHAEL CUMMINGS
Operations Director
Keeps projects and teams aligned from preconstruction through delivery—coordinating trades, schedules, and daily execution across the portfolio.
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PJ MEDINA
Construction Management
A University of South Florida graduate in international business and finance, PJ rose from permit technician to managing multiple construction companies. A licensed residential contractor, he guides projects from planning and permitting through completion.
MICHAEL TAMZIL
Brand & Growth Partner
Founder of TAMZ with 25+ years building brands across real estate, hospitality, technology, and luxury—1,000+ projects for 40+ global brands. As Brand & Growth Partner and equity stakeholder, he shapes The Big City Group's brand vision and long-term growth.
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ANITA FRANKHAUSER CIHLAR
Advisory Board
Advisory board member contributing strategic guidance across development, operations, and community partnership.
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CORNELIA ZICU
Wellness & Hospitality
Founder of Cornelia Day Resort, blending time-honored natural remedies with advanced skincare science. Advises on wellness-led hospitality and guest experience.
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BRAD BLAZAR
Capital Strategy Advisor
Capital-raising advisor, entrepreneur, and three-time author who has helped raise more than $2 billion. Advises on capital strategy, investor relations, and connecting sponsors with family offices, RIAs, and private capital.
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SETH BRADLEY, ESQ.
Securities & SEC Counsel
Securities attorney behind 750+ funds and syndications across $9B+ in real estate and private equity, representing $3B+ in capital raised. Founding Partner of RaiseLaw and Chief Legal Officer of Tribevest.
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HARRY K. THOMAS JR.
Global Strategy & Diplomacy
Former U.S. Ambassador to Zimbabwe, the Philippines, and Bangladesh and Senior Yale Fellow, bringing three decades of diplomatic leadership. Advises on foreign policy, international security, and global business strategy.
Partners
A NETWORK OF SPECIALISTS.
Architecture · Interiors · Branding
CELANO
New York–based Celano Design Studio brings hospitality, entertainment, and lifestyle spaces to life. Founder Vincent Celano's roster spans Marriott's Autograph Collection, W, and Moxy, and Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
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Food & Beverage
COJHO
A food & beverage consultancy for the lifestyle and luxury sectors—concept, launch, and management—founded by James Beard–nominated chef Mitch Prensky and creative director Jennie Yip.
cojho.com
Creative · Brand · Marketing
TAMZ
The creative studio behind The Big City Group's brand identity, digital presence, and storytelling—shaping how the group looks, sounds, and shows up across every touchpoint.
tamz.com
Advanced Manufacturing
HADDY
St. Petersburg’s Haddy brings robotic fabrication and advanced manufacturing to construction, producing next-generation components at its local MicroFactory.
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LET'S BUILD SOMETHING
REMARKABLE TOGETHER.
Partner with The Big City Group to bring bold ideas to life, from the ground up and beyond.
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hello@thebigcitygroup.com
727.674.1927
1901 Ulmerton Rd, Suite 625-326
Clearwater, FL 33762
Clearwater, FL 33762
FL State Certified General Contractor · License #CGC031678