Investor overview · 2026
Deep Everglades LLC
Luxury outdoor skin defense · deepeverglades.com
The brand
- Deep Everglades LLC is building a luxury outdoor skin defense brand rooted in the Florida Everglades.
- Positioning: botanically inspired, premium presentation, made for people who spend their lives outdoors.
- Slogan: “It's NOT DEET. It's DEEP!”
Founder
- Founded by Anthony “Romeo” Payne.
- The product concept was developed at Port of the Islands Resort in the Florida Everglades in 2023, and refined in Chokoloskee, in the heart of the Everglades.
- Personally evaluated by the founder in Florida and Minnesota. This is personal field evaluation, not laboratory or clinical testing.
Current stage
- Pre-launch. The website, waitlist and storefront are built; sales are not yet open.
- Collection: Everglades Reserve (signature), Champagne Tide — Limited Edition (awaiting release approval), curated sets and family packs.
- In development: Deep Everglades — Ghost, The Hunter's Edition (4 oz).
Growth channels
- Direct-to-consumer online store and subscriptions (planned).
- Waterfront partners: marinas, fishing charters, yacht services and cruise excursions.
- Hospitality partners: resorts, hotels, waterfront restaurants and tour operators.
- Retail, distribution and manufacturing relationships.
What we are seeking
- Conversations with investors, strategic partners, distributors, hospitality groups and manufacturers.
- Any terms are discussed privately and documented separately.
Important: This overview is for information only. It is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities. It contains no financial projections, valuation or promise of returns. Product formulation is a confidential trade secret and is not disclosed. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or EPA.
Contact: submit an inquiry at deepeverglades.com/invest.