Southwest Florida Is Our Home Too
With a multi-generational heritage in residential and commercial development and construction experience, company owner and president Mike Assaad brings valuable skills in the areas of community leadership, finance and investment, and general contracting experience to Waterside Builders. Born and raised in Naples, Florida, Mike attended Purdue University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance. Mike spent his early career learning from his father about development. He is a licensed general contractor and licensed real estate broker.
Mike started Waterside Builders in 1999, with a focus on bringing together the best talents in custom homebuilding craftmanship, award-winning architects and designers and customers who appreciate the very best in residential luxury. Today, Waterside Builders includes a team of professionals working together on every project with customer experience always at the forefront. Our boutique-sized company allows our clients the opportunity to get to know each one of us. From accounting to site supervision, our team is fully focused and working together to achieve best results.
Mike Assaad
Owner and President
Mike started Waterside Builders in 1999, with a focus on bringing together the best talents in custom homebuilding craftmanship, award-winning architects and designers and customers who appreciate the very best in residential luxury. Today, Waterside Builders includes a team of professionals working together on every project with customer experience always at the forefront. Our boutique-sized company allows our clients the opportunity to get to know each one of us. From accounting to site supervision, our team is fully focused and working together to achieve best results.
Ellis Cammons
Project manager
Ellis has worked with Waterside Builders for nine years and enjoys the challenge of building unique custom homes in the Olde Naples and downtown area. Developing working relationships with architects and designers allows Ellis to fully manage his projects and giving clients the best building experience. Previously, Ellis worked as a superintendent for Pulte Homes in the Southwest Florida residential home division. He enjoys boating and spending time with his wife and two young sons.
Cristy Morris
Office Manager
Cristy brings over 17 years of administrative experience with Waterside Builders in office management, human resources, and accounting. She assists in the development and implementation of firm policies and procedures; manages and oversees the administration of HR policies, programs, and practices within the firm; she maintains accounts payable, receivables and monthly billing. Cristy has been a resident of Naples her entire life. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, going on adventures and fishing.
John Bradford
Project Manager
John brings more than three decades experience building in Southwest Florida to the management team and has long standing relationships with past clients, architects, designers, and contractors. Design-build proficient, John believes the most important aspect of any build is the client experience and to deliver a home of their dreams, on time and in budget.
Bill Conquest
Project Manager
Bill’s building career spans over 30 years and his favorite part of home construction is working with homeowners to make their dreams a reality and delivering a quality finished product. Originally from Michigan, Bill’s hobbies outside of work include motorcross and boating.
Lance Graffam
Project Manager
Lance has been with Waterside Builders since 2023 and has enjoyed a career in custom home building for over 20 years. Originally from Maine, Lance and his wife and three children love vacationing as a family even though they are in three different states. He enjoys building these amazing homes in Naples with great designs and amazing finishings and loves being part of the Waterside team.
Henry Magalhaes
Project Manager
Henrique “Henry” brings over eight years of service in the United States Army and ongoing commitment to the Florida National guard to his position at Waterside Builders, combining a unique blend of military precision and leadership. As an expert in structural construction, he has successfully overseen the development of 4,500 square foot custom homes, 45,000 square foot community clubhouses, and everything in between. Beyond the construction site, Henry finds balance through fitness and reading.
Mike Miraglilo
Project Manager
Mike’s passion for building grew during the twelve years he and his wife owned a contracting company specializing in home reconstruction in Philadelphia. He relocated to Naples in 2021 with his family and feels fortunate to have found such a professional, reputable firm with a family atmosphere and quality standards as Waterside Builders to continue his career.
Trank San Juan
Project Manager
Trank’s professional career includes fifteen years in the construction industry. He is an avid learner and enjoys acquiring new techniques and knowledge in home construction. Trank is originally from Naples and has seen incredible changes in the area. When he is not on the jobsite, you can find Trank playing soccer.