
Curating Memorable Experiences Through Real Estate
Our team of entrepreneurs loves to create unforgettable experiences through real estate. That’s why we started Firefly Investments, a company that focuses on short-term, mixed-use rental properties. Our first property was a hit with guests, thanks to our renovation and design skills. We added more properties to our portfolio, including the Orange Oasis, a highly rated and popular Airbnb property. We realized that we had a talent for turning spaces into amazing experiences, so we launched Firefly Designs Co. to help others do the same. We have designed properties in various markets, such as DC, Ohio, Alabama, Illinois and New Jersey. We use our creativity, hospitality, marketing, sales, and engineering skills to create spaces that are not only functional and beautiful, but also memorable.
We are based in DC, but we work on projects across the US. We love to explore new places and learn from different cultures and communities. We bring our passion and expertise to every project we take on. We are always open to new challenges and opportunities to partner with other entrepreneurs and investors who share our vision of creating exceptional experiences through real estate. If you have a project in mind that could use our skills and creativity, we would love to connect with you and see how we can work together.
Our Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Akilah Daniels-Vincent
Co-Founder
Akilah has 10+ years of experience in marketing, engineering, product development and business development. She has worked for global companies such as Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson, Honda, Ford, and Proctor & Gamble where she launched innovative products and solutions for B2B and B2C customers. She has an MBA from the University of Massachusetts Boston, with a specialization in international management, and a BS in mechanical engineering from Tuskegee University. Prior to starting Firefly Designs, she founded Trytinery, a travel agency that offered personalized travel solutions based on clients preferences.

Devon Vincent
Co-Founder
Devon has 10+ years of experience in sales, engineering, business development, and entrepreneurship working for global companies like Siemens, Booking Holdings, Honda, General Electric, and Northrop Grumman. He has a Masters in International Business from Hult International Business School and a BS in Industrial Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University. Prior to starting Firefly Designs, he founded Synple Space, a platform that connects businesses with retail properties that offer short term leases.
