Jon Benaglio – Partner, Deckmasters of South Florida 

Jon Benaglio is one of the leading figures in Florida’s luxury outdoor-living industry, shaping many of the state’s most iconic decks, docks, and waterfront retreats. As a Partner at Deckmasters of South Florida, he combines technical expertise with a refined design approach to create outdoor spaces where architecture and craftsmanship meet at the highest level. 

Trusted by some of Florida’s largest builders and developers, Jon’s work includes major projects for the Ritz-Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, Hard Rock Guitar Hotel, and elite private estates statewide. His one-mile, $1.5 million boardwalk for the Seminole Tribe earned Deckmasters a Third Place Commercial Deck Award from NADRA, placing the company among the nation’s top builders. 

Recognized as the “Ipe Kings of Florida,” Jon and his team are among the largest Ipe, TimberTech, and Trex installers in the state, known for premium materials, precision framing, and a referral-only business model. 

Beyond construction, Jon has served as a guest speaker at Florida Atlantic University’s Entrepreneurship Program, sharing his marketing and social media strategies, and has been featured in magazines, TV shows, podcasts, and more for his work and industry leadership. 

From Miami to Naples to Clearwater, Jon builds outdoor spaces crafted for longevity, luxury, and life on the water.