Leadership Team

MATT MIKKELSEN

Matt brings a wealth of experience in litigating construction and development issues, leveraging his extensive back-end litigation expertise to proactively address front-end project management challenges. Matt joined IMPACT from a nationally known firm where he represented owner and developer clients from drafting construction contracts to litigating contractor disputes.  Known for his calm demeanor and staunch […]

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KURT ADAMS

Kurt brings sharp instincts and deal-making finesse to every opportunity he touches. Since joining Impact Development Partners in 2022, he’s led site selection and acquisition efforts with a steady hand and a keen eye for value. With a background that spans investment sales, market strategy, and real estate development, Kurt knows how to find the

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KENDALL GOLIGHTLY

Kendall is a respected force in the Atlanta development scene, having delivered over $2 billion in real estate across multifamily, mixed-use, and resort-style projects. As Senior Vice President, he brings a deep bench of expertise in equity development, program management, engineering, and construction—paired with an approachable leadership style that puts client goals front and center.

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GREG WELLINGTON

From the moment he was exposed to project management, Greg Wellington knew it was a fit for him. “I went to school for civil engineering with the idea of designing skyscrapers,” says Wellington,  “but after interning as a field engineer, I was hooked on project management. I love being in the middle of every aspect

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JOHN AKIN

John cofounded Impact Development Partners in 2021 with a clear vision: to develop best-in-class multifamily communities across the Southeast. As President, he oversees every facet of the company’s operations, drawing on decades of experience and a strong investment background to guide strategic growth and execution. Before launching IDP, John held executive roles at top-tier firms,

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EVAN YATES

A graduate of Clemson University, early in his career, Evan Yates found his niche in construction management where he gained tremendous experience working for an industry-leading contractor. Learning the ropes meant spending time in preconstruction, estimating and negotiating trade contracts for many project types. With a heavy focus in structural trades, he was a natural

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MARCUS VESS

Entering a sluggish job market in 1981 after earning a Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture from North Carolina State University, Marcus Vess learned first-hand what it meant to be resilient. Decades later, his leadership style and approachable manner set him apart as an incredible team leader and guidepost for our project management staff. As

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ALEX VESS

Introduced early in his career to real estate and construction, Alex Vess began in building management and pivoted to project management in 2016. Primarily focused on the healthcare market, and some on multifamily and hospitality, Alex’s talents translate easily in any environment. Relying on tactful and honest communication, he builds trust and unites project teams

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JASON STOLZ

As a graduate of the Construction Science and Management program at Clemson University, Jason Stolz accepted a position with a top nationally-ranked contracting firm. As a project manager, he learned to appreciate the tangible progress achieved through the building process. Leading projects within a variety of market sectors broadened his skill set and gave him

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RYAN MOOT

Upon meeting Ryan Moot, the connection is instantaneous. He is a true people person. A characteristic that serves him well in his role as Vice President at IMPACT, where he brings organization and motivation to the entire building process. Working across any market sector, Ryan places an emphasis on planning and people. His one team/one

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