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About Us
Craig Evans
CEO
​Craig Evans is the CEO and Founder of DBL Capital, a private real estate investment firm dedicated to addressing the workforce housing crisis in the United States. DBL Capital aims to make a meaningful impact by helping at least 1,000 families secure housing by the end of 2028. To achieve this, Craig has vertically integrated his portfolio of companies under DBL Unlimited, headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida. This integration allows for better management of time and costs while delivering exceptional returns for investors.
Born into a family deeply rooted in real estate, Craig began his career in construction, learning the trade before branching out on his own. A natural entrepreneur, he built and sold several companies in various industries, but his passion remained in real estate investment. Over the years, he honed his expertise in business management, construction efficiency, and real estate investment strategies, ultimately developing a network of companies focused on solving the housing crisis while generating strong investor returns.
A key driver of DBL Capital’s success is its ecosystem of vertically integrated companies spanning real estate, construction, and lending. At the center of this network is Douglas Brooke Homes, which Craig founded in 2017 and has been scaling ever since. The company has earned national recognition for its rapid growth and industry excellence, being named “Builder of the Year” in 2021 by the American Institute of Investment Housing. In 2022, it ranked as the 10th fastest-growing contractor in the country and 35th overall on the INC 5000 list. Douglas Brooke Homes continues to expand while focusing on time and budget management to ensure high-quality housing solutions.
In 2023, Craig launched DBL Capital as a fund manager to oversee the Private Equity Funds introduced by the firm. The first fund is dedicated to single-family and multi-family housing, aiming to provide safe, clean, and affordable housing while delivering strong returns for investors. This investment strategy aligns financial growth with social impact.
During the pandemic, when many companies faced shutdowns due to supply chain disruptions, Craig took a proactive approach to overcoming product backlogs. He pursued partnerships and acquisitions beyond Douglas Brooke Homes’ existing markets, securing access to materials with faster delivery times. This strategic thinking allowed the company to complete projects up to six months faster than many national competitors, demonstrating Craig’s commitment to efficiency and adaptability in challenging market conditions.
In 2024, Craig expanded DBL Unlimited by acquiring The Norris Group, a company renowned for its expertise in data analysis, education, and market timing. This acquisition provided valuable insight into DBL Capital’s investment strategy, enhancing its ability to navigate market cycles and optimize returns. That same year, DBL Unlimited established a strategic joint venture, launching DBL Home Mortgage. This addition strengthened DBL Capital’s market position, enabling it to offer more competitive pricing and mortgage rates, ultimately making homeownership more accessible to buyers.
Craig attended Georgia Southern University and later returned to Lee University to study music as a vocal major. He has been married for 26 years and is a proud father of two daughters—his eldest is currently studying music in college, while his youngest is considering joining the family business.
Craig is open about his faith and how it influences both his personal and professional life. Outside of business, he has a deep passion for music, enjoys spending time outdoors, and loves almost any activity on the wate