Ramola Motwani to Headline CREW Miami Breakfast Fireside Chat on Women’s Leadership in Development and Hospitality
- wgclients01
- Aug 16, 2025
- 2 min read
Commercial Real Estate Women Miami (CREW Miami) announces its upcoming Breakfast Fireside Chat featuring Ramola Motwani, Chairwoman of Merrimac Ventures and a Forbes “50 over 50” honoree. The event takes place Friday, September 5, 2025, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Mayfair House Hotel & Garden in Coconut Grove.
Motwani’s extraordinary career journey — from managing family-owned motels to leading landmark developments such as Miami Worldcenter and luxury waterfront properties across Broward County — exemplifies resilience, vision, and the transformative role of women in shaping South Florida’s hospitality and tourism sectors. Her story aligns closely with CREW Miami’s mission to advance and connect women in commercial real estate through education, leadership, and mentorship opportunities.
“Ramola Motwani’s journey reflects both perseverance and possibility,” said Josie Legido Correa, Director of Business Development at JWR Construction Services and 2025 Board President of CREW Miami. “Her leadership in hospitality and development, and her commitment to creating pathways for future leaders, inspire women throughout our industry and beyond.”
About Ramola Motwani
As Chairwoman of Merrimac Ventures, Ramola Motwani oversees a portfolio of mixed-use, residential, retail, and hospitality projects that have redefined Broward County’s coastline and contributed to Miami’s ongoing growth. Her work includes leadership on transformative developments such as Miami Worldcenter, Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Fort Lauderdale, Paramount Fort Lauderdale Beach, and Conrad Hilton Fort Lauderdale. Under her guidance, Merrimac Ventures has expanded from local holdings to a national footprint, with projects that reflect both innovative design and community impact.
Motwani is equally known for her philanthropic efforts. Through The Motwani Academy at Broward College, she champions education and workforce development, offering scholarships, mentorship, and training for students pursuing hospitality and tourism careers. Her extensive civic involvement includes leadership roles with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Broward Workshop, and multiple charitable organizations supporting youth, education, and cultural initiatives.
A trailblazer in South Florida’s development landscape, Motwani has been honored with numerous accolades, including induction into the Junior Achievement and Nova Southeastern University Entrepreneur Halls of Fame and recognition by Forbes in 2024 as one of its “50 over 50.”
Event Details
Breaking Barriers: Ramola Motwani’s Journey in Real Estate Innovation
Date: Friday, September 5, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (Breakfast included)
Location: Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, 3000 Florida Avenue, Miami, FL 33133
Registration: miami.crewnetwork.org/events/2025/breaking-barriers-ramola-motwani-s-journey-in-real-estate-innovation
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