Business Details
Multifamily Development & Construction Experts
Wood Partners has established itself as a leader in multifamily development and construction through a combination of strategic vision and operational excellence. Since our inception, we have prioritized creating communities that deliver lasting value to residents while generating strong returns for investors. Our vertically integrated model allows seamless coordination between development, construction, and ownership, ensuring quality control across every project phase. With a national presence spanning 19 offices and over 25 years of construction expertise, our team combines local market knowledge with centralized resources to execute projects efficiently.Our core values of entrepreneurship, ethical practices, and collaborative execution guide every decision, fostering trust with capital partners, subcontractors, and communities where we operate. This disciplined approach has resulted in the development of 79,000+ homes valued at $14.1B and a reputation for delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Services
Development
Construction
Multifamily Development
General Contracting
Capital Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of multifamily construction expertise with a proven track record of 79,000+ completed units
- Our vertically integrated model ensures seamless coordination between development, construction, and ownership phases
- We maintain a network of 19 regional offices with local market specialists in every major US metropolitan area
- Our owner-contractor model guarantees direct accountability and collaborative problem-solving
- We implement repeatable construction processes that balance quality craftsmanship with cost efficiency
Services
Development
Our development services focus on creating multifamily residential communities tailored to local market demands. We leverage 25+ years of experience and a national network of regional experts to identify optimal locations, secure financing, and implement designs that balance investor returns with resident satisfaction. This comprehensive approach has resulted in 79,000+ completed units valued at $14.1 billion.
Construction
As one of America's largest multifamily contractors, we deliver traditional garden-style apartments, modern mid-rise, and high-rise buildings. Our 25+ year track record includes developing best practices for diverse construction types, supported by a long-tenured team that ensures quality execution across all project phases through our owner-contractor model.
Multifamily Development
We specialize in creating high-quality multifamily housing solutions that address market needs while maximizing investor value. Our vertically integrated approach enables seamless coordination between development, construction, and ownership phases, resulting in 385+ completed properties with a total capitalization exceeding $21 billion.
Capital Partnerships
We maintain relationships with diverse capital partners through our proven ability to deliver consistent returns. Our disciplined financial management and repeat investment model demonstrate our commitment to stewardship responsibilities, ensuring alignment between investor goals and community development outcomes across our national portfolio.
Regional Development
Our 19 regional offices provide localized development solutions with directors who possess deep market knowledge. This decentralized approach allows entrepreneurial execution while benefiting from centralized resources, enabling us to create context-sensitive communities that reflect each location's unique characteristics and housing needs.
People
Joseph Keough
Chairman & CEO
With over 20 years in real estate leadership, Joseph Keough directs Wood Partners' strategic vision. He previously held executive roles at Fuqua Capital and Cousins Properties, bringing extensive development and investment expertise to his current position.
Patrick Trask
President
Patrick Trask oversees development and construction divisions with 20+ years of multifamily industry experience. He established Wood Partners' Texas operations and previously worked in development roles at Trammell Crow Residential and financial institutions in New York and London.
Matt Trammell
Chief Financial Officer
As CFO, Matt Trammell manages financial operations and property dispositions. He has financed over 60,000 multifamily units totaling $14 billion during his 15+ year tenure, bringing expertise in project finance and capital markets.
Emily Fagan
Chief Operating Officer
Emily Fagan leads accounting, HR, and technology operations with 15+ years at Wood Partners. A licensed CPA, she previously served as Development Controller at Novare Group and worked in audit practices at Arthur Andersen and KPMG.
Josh Lynch
General Counsel
Josh Lynch handles legal matters across development and financing activities. With prior experience at Alston & Bird and Ernst & Young, he brings specialized knowledge of real estate law and accounting practices to his role as Managing Director and General Counsel.
Questions
What types of properties does Wood Partners develop?
We specialize in multifamily residential communities including garden-style apartments, mid-rise, high-rise, and mixed-use developments across major US markets.
How does Wood Partners ensure project quality?
Our vertically integrated model enables direct oversight of construction processes, while our experienced regional directors implement localized solutions within national quality standards.
What geographic markets do you operate in?
We maintain 19 regional offices across 20+ cities including Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, Boston, and Nashville with nationwide development capabilities.
How does your construction process work?
Our preconstruction team collaborates with developers and designers from project inception to ensure budgets and timelines align with conceptual goals before construction begins.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine entrepreneurial local market execution with centralized resources, maintaining direct accountability through our owner-contractor model and long-term subcontractor relationships.
