WHO WE ARE

RedLeaf Properties is an Austin-based real estate developer focused on projects that deliver significant community benefit. Formed in 2009, RedLeaf takes a creative, entrepreneurial approach to development. We excel at working in partnership with public entities to create large-scale, mixed-use projects that include vibrant commercial districts and inviting residential neighborhoods. Our projects are known for creating remarkable experiences, setting new standards for sustainability, and delivering tangible and intangible value for the full range of project stakeholders.

WHAT MAKES OUR PROJECTS UNIQUE?

EXPERIENCES

Places are defined by the way people experience them, and we are committed to creating places that deliver unique, vibrant experiences. This means tailoring a mix of uses to meet the needs of a local community, incorporating significant public spaces, making room for planned events, adding the opportunity for discovery, and maintaining a human scale that encourages interaction and walkability. 

VALUE CREATION

Unlocking the value of underutilized real estate is at the heart of everything we do, and our projects consistently create value for owners, investors, and development partners. Just as importantly, however, we look for opportunities to enhance the surrounding area, improve the lives of people and business that will inhabit our projects, and support the broader community. And we approach financial return and community benefit not as conflicting goals, but as allies, each able to enhance the other throughout the life of a project.

HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY

We recognize that a truly sustainable project needs to go far beyond energy efficiency and water conservation. True sustainability includes supporting regional development goals, encouraging economic growth through partnerships with government and businesses, and fostering cultural and economic diversity. A truly sustainable place also enables healthy lifestyles by facilitating outdoor activities and encouraging automobile alternatives.

THE TEAM

Averaging two decades of experience, members of the RedLeaf leadership team have developed projects that collectively include more than five million square feet of space, with a total value of more than $4 billion. The team members’ diverse backgrounds cover every aspect of the development process, from civil engineering and land planning to capital markets, entitlements, construction, and marketing.

Matt Whelan
Principal
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Matt Whelan is a principal with RedLeaf Properties, LLC, which is currently developing the adaptive reuse and redevelopment of Highland Mall in conjunction with Austin Community College. The 80-acre, mixed-use redevelopment will transform the underperforming mall in Austin, Texas into a vibrant district that features nearly four million square feet of mixed-uses including educational, residential, retail, office, and hospitality.
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Bob Liverman
Director of Development
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Bob Liverman serves as Director of Development, overseeing infrastructure development for RedLeaf Properties. Bob began working for the City of Austin in the Urban Transportation Department in 1975 followed by a stint with the Public Works and Engineering Department, where he served as the Assistant City Engineer. Bob left the City of Austin in 1983 and joined Trammell Crow Company as the Director of Land Development, providing project management for land use and infrastructure.

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Jenean Farris
Marketing Director
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Jenean Farris serves as Marketing Director at RedLeaf Properties, where she is responsible for the direction and execution of all marketing and communications efforts in support of development and investment activities. Jenean offers over 10 years of real estate experience, and possesses a broad range of knowledge in the industry including: project management, marketing, and listing & transaction coordination.

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Rob Shands
Partner
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Rob Shands is primarily focused on capital markets, financing activities, acquisitions, and vertical development.  Prior to joining RedLeaf, Shands served as a Partner and Director of Investment for Live Oak-Gottesman, a full service commercial real estate firm based in Austin.  Prior to Live Oak, Shands spent seven years with Frost Bank in the Real Estate group where he oversaw a $50MM commercial real estate portfolio. 
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Bryan Kaminski
Senior Vice President
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Bryan serves as Senior Vice President of RedLeaf Properties where he manages and oversees planning and development activity at Highland, the transit oriented redevelopment of a former regional mall in Central Austin.   Previously, Bryan served as Vice President at Live Oak Gottesman, where he was responsible for underwriting, financial analysis and coordinating due diligence for over $325 million in office, industrial and retail opportunities.

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Mary Lou Bodenman
Senior Accountant
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Mary Lou serves as Senior Accountant of RedLeaf Properties where is responsible for monthly financial reporting and accounting services for construction, acquisition, and development projects.  Mary Lou has over 30 years of accounting experience including six years with the former Gottesman Company as Controller. Mary Lou's prior experience includes accounting positions with independent management practices, nonprofit organizations and private investors.

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