Exclusive dinner club hires membership director

A new premier member-only restaurant and private club opening in late 2025 has appointed a luxury hospitality veteran as its director of membership. Alex Elshimy will join 1000 North Sarasota and its partners, Sarasota developer Kevin Daves and Ira Fenton, as they bring the 1000 North Jupiter concept to downtown Sarasota.

Elshimy previously served as president and CEO of Global Concept Group, an internationally renowned firm specializing in luxury hospitality consulting and management. No stranger to Sarasota, his prior leadership roles include Seasons 52 at University Town Center.

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“We are thrilled to welcome Alex Elshimy to the 1000 North team,” said Daves in a news release. “Alex’s extensive experience in the hospitality industry and passion for delivering exceptional experiences make him the perfect fit.”

1000 North Sarasota will be located in the BLVD Building at the corner of Boulevard of the Arts and U.S. 41. 

"True luxury is not just about opulence. It’s about curating timeless experiences that evoke emotion, inspire connection and become part of life’s most cherished memories,” said Elshimy in the release. “This is the essence of hospitality. At its heart is the art of bringing together exceptional individuals whose brilliance and passion transform a vision into a masterpiece of elegance and distinction."

Founding partners of 1000 NORTH include former New York Giants player Tucker Frederickson, golf legend Ernie Els, basketball icon Michael Jordan, wine industry leader Bill Terlato and publisher of The Wine Spectator Marvin Shanken.