Meet the Team

CEO/President/Managing Partner

Jason Diaz, graduated from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 2000. He practiced law in Ocala, Florida where he also began his career in residential construction and large tract development. In 2008, Mr. Diaz proudly participated in founding Affinity Construction, originally as its Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel. He not only maintains his Florida Bar License but also holds a real estate brokers and building licenses as the qualifier for the company. He is responsible for maintaining the standards established by the company and possesses the organizational and administrative disciplines required to guide the firm in its quest for excellence.

Chairman and Partner

Michael Anderson, Chairman and Partner, is a seasoned entrepreneur, executive and real estate developer with more than 40 years of experience and success in new business development and management. Mr. Anderson graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Science degree; served two years as a US military intelligence officer; and co-founded the US Cable Group which became a significant multiple cable TV system operator both domestically and in the United Kingdom. More recently, the Group has diversified into a number of successful telecommunication ventures including Orlando based Smart City Telecom which provides cable TV, telephony, and internet services to the Disney World complex and surrounding communities.

Executive Vice President and Partner

John Letendre joined the Affinity team in 2010 and served as an irreplaceable asset over his tenure. He brings more than 30 years of industry experience including shell construction, independent contracting, supervision, project management, construction estimating and management level positions in Florida construction. Building and managing countless luxury homes in exclusive communities such as Bears Club, Loxahatchee Club, Admiral’s Cove, Lost Tree Village and Jupiter Inlet Colony, John continues to oversee the majority of the company’s construction projects, as well as being a key point person for the most challenging of projects. John takes a very practical approach to project management and values the relationships we build with our clients.

Controller/Administrative Director

Scarlet has worked in the construction industry for 25 years in various departments including estimating, project coordination and accounting. She possesses outstanding organizational and accounting skills and partnered with her attention to detail makes her a key asset complimenting Affinity’s commitment to excellence.

Design/Special Projects Coordinator

Trisha brings over two decades of interior design and construction experience to the Affinity Team. A graduate of the University of Florida and State Licensed Interior Designer, she is also a professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers. Her experience working with many talented tradesmen and contractors on luxury residential projects, lends itself to her talents in client insight, project coordination and vendor relations bringing another level of expertise to our commitment to excellence. Trisha is an avid saltwater angler and donates time to charity events as well as historical preservation interests locally.

Design Coordinator / Client Relations

Gosia was born and raised in Poland, where the beauty of both, architecture, and natural landscapes, shaped her creative spirit. She moved to the US in 1988 and has lived in sunny Florida for over 35 years. Her deep connection to nature, combined with her love for art, architecture, and interior design laid the foundation for a career that blends aesthetics with functionality. She honed her skills and gained valuable knowledge and experience working for award-winning interior design firms prior to having her own practice. She has been fortunate to work with a variety of architectural styles, while fulfilling clients’ distinctive needs and understanding their personal preferences during her career of over 26 years. She holds and maintains an interior design license in the state of Florida. Gosia views joining Affinity Construction as a natural and exciting progression on her career path. When not designing, Gosia enjoys traveling, reading, listing to music, and spending time with her family. She is a firm believer in lifelong learning, always striving to grow as a professional and as a person.

Lead Project Coordinator

Kim joins the Affinity team with a background in real estate and interior design. She studied business management at Troy University while on a softball scholarship. She them went into high end interior design specializing in project management. Kim is a native South Floridian and grew up in Jupiter. When not immersed in building and design, she spends time with her husband and 2 small children at the beach, boating or reading.

Project Coordinator/Client Relations

Born and raised in South Africa, Cindy moved to the US in 1992. She started as an office manager for a Custom Home Builder’s real estate office in 1995. Her versatility has given her the opportunity to perform multiple positions in the construction industry since then, ranging from accounting, selections coordination and estate management. Her passion is in working with clients, helping select the fits and finishes that takes the vision of their dream home and makes it a reality.

Project Coordinator/ Estimating

Amanda joined the Affinity team in 2022 and brings with her many years of HVAC and plumbing administrative experience. She has also been a customer service trainer and has a great rapport with sub contractors and vendors. A life long floridian, she grew up playing soccer, loves being an aunt to her nephews and spending time with family. Amanda is also a huge animal lover and dog trainer.

Project Manager

Mark entered the construction industry full time in 1972. After completing studies in architecture and building construction at Miami Dade Junior College, he received his Florida State Certified General Contractors License in 1976. His project management skills have built custom luxury residences in Alachua, Manatee and Palm Beach Counties. Mark’s 45 year career has produced quite a portfolio and phenomenal experience he brings to the Affinity team.

Project Manager

Delbert came to Affinity Construction Group with over 30 years’ experience. Over the course of his career, he has climbed through the ranks from a Carpenter, Estimator, Superintendent and Project Manager for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Over the past 18 years, Delbert has built large-scale commercial projects, warehouses, churches, schools, banks, government buildings, and arenas. Delbert eventually found his passion in construction, building luxury homes.

Project Supervisor

Dwight has resided in Palm Beach County since 1958 and has been working hands on in the luxury construction business since 1970. Dwight has lived in Jupiter Farms and enjoys living the country life in his spare time. Dwight has been married since 1978 and has three kids and seven grandkids. Dwight has been with Affinity since its inception and is proud to further Affinity’s goals of creating homes of distinction!

Project Supervisor

Scott Hyde brings 25 years’ experience in construction. He worked his way up from a laborer, carpenter, then superintendent. Over the years he has run his own company, worked for world renowned artists, and a former Ambassador. Scott started with and later rejoined Affinity because of the close-knit family and team feeling within the organization and to be a part of a fantastic, comprehensive construction company.

Project Superintendent

Rob joined Affinity in 2022 with a long list of construction projects he had completed in both commercial and residential capacities. Born in Greenbay, WI, he moved to Florida over 50 years ago. He has been in construction for over 25 years and is a Florida licensed contractor. Safety, integrity and attention to quality make him a powerful addition to the team. Rob has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. He and his family live in Stuart and enjoy the Florida lifestyle. When not working he can be found fishing or golfing.

Accounting Clerk

Julie has vast career spanning from office management, accounting and business management to everything in between. She joined the accounting team at Affinity in 2024. Julie has been married for over 39 years and has 2 grown daughters as well as 2 grandchildren. In her free time, she loves traveling, clay shooting, antiquing, and spending quality time with Family.

Receptionist

Katie grew up in Virginia and has lived in the Jupiter area since 2007. She brings over 19 years of administrative experience starting from Data Entry Clerk and working her way through different aspects in the office such as contracts processing, HR, new employee trainer as well as Contracts Manager for 5 years. She also has experience with mortgage finances and loves to work with a diversity of people. Outside of work Katie is always with her 3 girls usually playing Volleyball and Soccer.