Testimonials

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“Jim and Travis have a proven track record for getting things done that are a value add for our community.”

Stephen Adams
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T15:44:22+00:00

Stephen Adams
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority

“Jim and Travis have a proven track record for getting things done that are a value add for our community.”
"There is always a fear that the private partner will take advantage of public incentives and not provide the return for the community. Jim and Travis’ projects have always had an excellent balance of community and personal benefit to make the deals easy to sell to the administrators and legislators alike. They have always met or exceeded expectations for transparency and compliance."

Alex Morrison
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T15:46:58+00:00

Alex Morrison
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority

"There is always a fear that the private partner will take advantage of public incentives and not provide the return for the community. Jim and Travis’ projects have always had an excellent balance of community and personal benefit to make the deals easy to sell to the administrators and legislators alike. They have always met or exceeded expectations for transparency and compliance."
“Success breeds more success with economic development projects.  To be able to show the kind of private investment Jim and Travis have been making makes it easier to get other private business to invest.”

Stephen Adams
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-23T18:03:58+00:00

Stephen Adams
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority

“Success breeds more success with economic development projects.  To be able to show the kind of private investment Jim and Travis have been making makes it easier to get other private business to invest.”
"We like the expertise that they brought to the table. Their values were aligned with the University's values. They seemed to be in this for the long haul. It has proven to be a great relationship. They do what they say they are going to do, and they do it well. We know we can count on them, even when the development is complete."

Bill Underwood
President, Mercer University

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-23T17:32:05+00:00

Bill Underwood
President, Mercer University

"We like the expertise that they brought to the table. Their values were aligned with the University's values. They seemed to be in this for the long haul. It has proven to be a great relationship. They do what they say they are going to do, and they do it well. We know we can count on them, even when the development is complete."
“Being part of projects that have become the catalyst for transformation in our city is one of the most satisfying endeavors we’ve undertaken.  Their vision and their passion has inspired others and has driven revitalization in our community.” 

Bruce Leicht
Middle Georgia Regional President, Cadence Bank

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:05:58+00:00

Bruce Leicht
Middle Georgia Regional President, Cadence Bank

“Being part of projects that have become the catalyst for transformation in our city is one of the most satisfying endeavors we’ve undertaken.  Their vision and their passion has inspired others and has driven revitalization in our community.” 
“They are truly a dynamic duo within commercial real estate.”

Robert Stickel
Executive Vice Chair, Multifamily Advisory Group, Cushman Wakefield

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:06:20+00:00

Robert Stickel
Executive Vice Chair, Multifamily Advisory Group, Cushman Wakefield

“They are truly a dynamic duo within commercial real estate.”
“When we're doing a project with Jim and Travis, I know my job as an economic developer is going to be downright easy.  They'll do what they say they're going to do, treat their partners fairly and bring adequate resources to get the job done in a way that doesn't burden partners or taxpayers.”

Josh Rogers
President and CEO, New Town Macon

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T15:46:33+00:00

Josh Rogers
President and CEO, New Town Macon

“When we're doing a project with Jim and Travis, I know my job as an economic developer is going to be downright easy.  They'll do what they say they're going to do, treat their partners fairly and bring adequate resources to get the job done in a way that doesn't burden partners or taxpayers.”
“The permanent financing of Lofts at Navicent was fairly complex due to the property being mixed-use, involving a ground lease, featuring tax abatement and being fairly large for Macon.  At several points during the loan process, Jim and Travis made creative suggestions that satisfied the lender and allowed them to fund.”

Doug Alexander
Colliers International

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:07:50+00:00

Doug Alexander
Colliers International

“The permanent financing of Lofts at Navicent was fairly complex due to the property being mixed-use, involving a ground lease, featuring tax abatement and being fairly large for Macon.  At several points during the loan process, Jim and Travis made creative suggestions that satisfied the lender and allowed them to fund.”
“I had trust in Travis and his abilities because I watched him in the 2008-2011 markets and saw what he was able to overcome in the commercial real estate market coming out of the recession.”

Tom Owens
Past Lender

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:07:03+00:00

Tom Owens
Past Lender

“I had trust in Travis and his abilities because I watched him in the 2008-2011 markets and saw what he was able to overcome in the commercial real estate market coming out of the recession.”
“They made my job easier and life better by doing a few key things very well. Communication is key and availability is essential. In a fast-paced world, they were among the best in being responsive and engaging in timely dialogue. Jim and Travis both had the proper mix of patience and persistence throughout the process.”

Robert Stickel
Executive Vice Chair, Multifamily Advisory Group, Cushman Wakefield

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:06:43+00:00

Robert Stickel
Executive Vice Chair, Multifamily Advisory Group, Cushman Wakefield

“They made my job easier and life better by doing a few key things very well. Communication is key and availability is essential. In a fast-paced world, they were among the best in being responsive and engaging in timely dialogue. Jim and Travis both had the proper mix of patience and persistence throughout the process.”
"They have always met or exceeded expectations for transparency and compliance."

Alex Morrison
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-02T16:32:15+00:00

Alex Morrison
Executive Director, Macon-Bibb Urban Development Authority

"They have always met or exceeded expectations for transparency and compliance."
"Strategy execution is critical to an organization’s success. They helped make that happen.”

Dr. Ninfa Saunders
CEO, Navicent Healthcare

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-23T17:32:38+00:00

Dr. Ninfa Saunders
CEO, Navicent Healthcare

"Strategy execution is critical to an organization’s success. They helped make that happen.”
"There is always a fear that the private partner will take advantage of public incentives and not provide the return for the community. Jim and Travis’ projects have always had an excellent balance of community and personal benefit to make the deals easy to sell to the administrators and legislators alike."

Josh Rogers
President and CEO, New Town Macon

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T15:46:12+00:00

Josh Rogers
President and CEO, New Town Macon

"There is always a fear that the private partner will take advantage of public incentives and not provide the return for the community. Jim and Travis’ projects have always had an excellent balance of community and personal benefit to make the deals easy to sell to the administrators and legislators alike."
“Both gentlemen are smart, easy-going and professional, so that has certainly made it easier for me to find lenders to lend them money.”

Doug Alexander
Colliers International

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:07:28+00:00

Doug Alexander
Colliers International

“Both gentlemen are smart, easy-going and professional, so that has certainly made it easier for me to find lenders to lend them money.”
"They cut through the red-tape to make a very aggressive timeline possible and delivered results that far exceeded expectations."

John Kubinec
Brig Gen, USAF, ret.

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-10-09T14:29:26+00:00

John Kubinec
Brig Gen, USAF, ret.

"They cut through the red-tape to make a very aggressive timeline possible and delivered results that far exceeded expectations."
"When you have a high visibility, high stress project, you need a partner who you can trust and will always make your goals their goals."

John Kubinec
Brig Gen, USAF, ret.

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-10-09T14:30:08+00:00

John Kubinec
Brig Gen, USAF, ret.

"When you have a high visibility, high stress project, you need a partner who you can trust and will always make your goals their goals."
“Public-Private Partnerships are inherently risky, but their reputation for honesty and integrity gave us the confidence to proceed.”

Robert Reichert
Mayor of Macon

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-02T16:26:16+00:00

Robert Reichert
Mayor of Macon

“Public-Private Partnerships are inherently risky, but their reputation for honesty and integrity gave us the confidence to proceed.”
“We’ve worked with Jim and Travis for years and have always had the utmost respect for them and have found them to be men of their word.  If they say they are going to do something, they do it.”

Bruce Leicht
Middle Georgia Regional President, Cadence Bank

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T16:05:33+00:00

Bruce Leicht
Middle Georgia Regional President, Cadence Bank

“We’ve worked with Jim and Travis for years and have always had the utmost respect for them and have found them to be men of their word.  If they say they are going to do something, they do it.”
“Economic development is now a game to attract the best and brightest individuals, not corporations.  Jim and Travis provide us with world class living, working, entertainment and retail spaces that entice smart people to move to Macon.”

Josh Rogers
President and CEO, New Town Macon

Argus Eyed Partners
2020-06-24T15:44:49+00:00

Josh Rogers
President and CEO, New Town Macon

“Economic development is now a game to attract the best and brightest individuals, not corporations.  Jim and Travis provide us with world class living, working, entertainment and retail spaces that entice smart people to move to Macon.”
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