• Jamie is a Partner at Stark Properties and previously served as Vice President of Development at Cousins Properties, where he was responsible for executing development and redevelopment projects across the Sunbelt. He has experience in all aspects of pre-development, design as well as being responsible for the construction oversight once underway. Prior to Cousins, Jamie worked as a Project Manager with Brasfield & Gorrie, with experience in cost estimating and managing commercial, healthcare and residential projects for the large general contractor. Jamie graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in Building Science and Construction.

    Jamie resides in Brookhaven, GA where he is involved with Younglife and on the honorary board for Special Olympics of Georiga.

Partner

  • Christian is a Partner at Stark Properties and previously served as Director of Development at LIV Development, where he led the sourcing, financing, and permitting of luxury multifamily projects across the Southeast, closing over 2,400 units totaling $593 million. At LIV, Christian was responsible for sourcing, managing and financing projects in Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. He brings dedication and strategic expertise to every project while staying committed to the importance of relationships. Christian graduated from Samford University with a degree in Finance, where he was also a four-year letterman on the football team.

    Christian resides in Birmingham, AL with his wife and son, and is involved with Church of the Highlands where he mentors high school students.

Partner

  • Bill Stark Properties, a family-owned and operated residential developer and homebuilder, has built or developed over 4,000 homes in the metro Atlanta area since 1980. Focusing on key northeast submarkets and partnering with leading family homebuilding groups, Bill has forged strong relationships with industry leaders, politicians, banks and vendors to deliver quality custom homes. Bill has also developed 20+ commercial and flex industrial buildings during his career, along with storage, retail and adaptive reuse projects. In addition to his development achievements, Bill has made significant contributions to community institutions as a board member at Wesleyan School, Perimeter Church, and a founding member of Keyworth Bank.

Advisor

  • Billy is the co-founder of Pine Grove Communities, a residential real estate development firm that has transformed the Southeast market by investing in and developing over 1,000 single-family, townhome, and multifamily homes with a total capitalization of $400 million in just three years. Leveraging a proven track record from his previous roles at Stream Realty Partners and Spectrum Properties, Billy has been directly responsible for over $1.2 billion in new investment and development, partnering with top institutional clients. Billy graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering and Masters in Real Estate Development from Vanderbilt University.

Advisor

  • As Chief Attitude Officer at Stark Properties, Jacob Stark plays a vital role in fostering a culture of positivity, resilience, and teamwork within the company. With an innate ability to bring energy and encouragement to every project, he ensures that the team remains motivated, focused, and committed to the company’s core values. Jacob’s sets the tone with his mindset, and he leads by example, inspiring those around him to approach challenges with confidence and enthusiasm. His dedication to maintaining a strong, values-driven company culture makes him an integral part of Stark Properties’ continued success. He is the inspiration behind Jacob’s Foundation.

Chief Attitude Officer

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