Michael Wess’ passion for commercial real estate began during his undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia. He earned a 4.0 GPA at the Terry College of Business’s #4 nationally ranked real estate program while receiving the school’s single annual real estate scholarship. While there, Michael also received two additional degrees in finance and international business while also minoring in Spanish and playing on the University’s rugby team.
Michael Wess began his career in commercial real estate immediately upon graduation from the University of Georgia. Shortly thereafter, he joined Bull Realty, a mid-sized commercial real estate brokerage headquartered in Atlanta, GA. 2018 served as Michael’s breakout year, individually closing 23 transactions valued at over $25,000,000, which landed him #3 of 32 brokers at the firm and the youngest ever ‘Partner’ in its 20 year history. Since 2018, Michael has analyzed, underwritten, and reviewed countless commercial properties in the Atlanta Metro Area and has sold almost 250 properties for over half a billion dollars.
Michael continuously attends seminars, conferences, and classes to improve his knowledge of real estate, finance and economics. An Associate Broker since 2021, Michael is a pinned Designee of the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Institute since 2017 and has been an annual member of the Atlanta Commercial Board of Realtors Million Dollar Club since 2018.
Michael is also a ‘big brother’ in the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization and enjoys other philanthropic endeavors. He completed his first marathon in 2022 and is looking forward to completing other physical challenges. In his free time, Michael enjoys spending time with family and friends exploring the neighborhoods in and around Atlanta.
Apartment building in Cartersville, GA – $4,700,000
Medical Office Building in Athens, GA – $5,650,000
Mixed Use Building in Midtown, Atlanta – $6,700,000
Lot Office Building in Upper West Side, Atlanta – $4,576,000
Shopping Center in Norcross, GA – $7,100,000
Development Site in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta – $18,400,000
Restaurant in Buckhead, Atlanta – $2,950,000
Development Site in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta – $6,750,000
Office & Industrial Building in Kennesaw, GA – $19,000,000
Development Site in Midtown, Atlanta – $13,500,000
Office Building & Development Site in Duluth, GA – $7,750,000
Development Site in Decatur, GA – $5,475,000
Retail Building in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta – $3,250,000
Development Site in Morningside, Atlanta – $4,070,000
Restaurant in Alpharetta, GA – $2,725,000
Extended Stay Hotel in Decatur, GA – $5,800,000
Development Site in West Midtown, Atlanta – $8,162,500
Restaurant in Morningside, Atlanta – $3,400,000
Restaurant in Buckhead, Atlanta – $7,950,000
Development Site in Milton, GA – $3,200,000
Office Building in Doraville, GA – $4,200,000
Development Site in Chosewood, Atlanta – $5,200,000
Retail Building in Buckhead, Atlanta – $4,000,000
Apartment Building in Midtown, Atlanta – $3,200,000
Apartment Building in Midtown, Atlanta – $5,703,213
Hotel in Summerhill, Atlanta – $17,449,000
Managing Director
Emily is a dynamic and versatile professional with over seven years of experience in creative industries, marketing, and project management. With a global perspective from her upbringing in Korea and Turkey and a bachelor’s degree in strategic communications, Emily seamlessly blends creativity and strategy to bring visions to life through thoughtful design, branding, and execution.
Having served as Head of Project Management for various non-profits and businesses in Chicago, Miami, & Atlanta, Emily has successfully led teams, streamlined operations, and executed high-impact projects. Passionate, energetic, and driven, Emily thrives on helping others transform ideas into reality,
Director of Investments
Ethan Johnston is an Investment Analyst at TowerPoint Capital, a private equity firm with a focus on digital infrastructure. Ethan has assisted TowerPoint in deploying $500mm into the asset class, including asset level underwriting, negotiating deals with sellers, and broader business development plans.
Prior to joining TowerPoint Capital, Ethan worked as an Analyst at Middle Street Partners, a multifamily acquisition and development firm, in which he assisted in several high-rise development projects in the Atlanta metro, such as 12th & Juniper and 400 Bishop. Ethan holds a BBA from the George Washington University and is an MBA candidate at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Director of Asset Management
Jake Strange is an Atlanta native with a deep-rooted admiration for his hometown and a career shaped by hands-on experience across multiple sectors of real estate. He began his journey with Y2X Property Group as a general partner and project manager, overseeing the renovation and successful resale of numerous single-family homes. His work in residential laid the foundation for a seamless transition into the commercial sector, where he now focuses on asset management and value-add redevelopment.
As a general partner in a commercial portfolio, Jake has led large-scale capital improvement projects, executed complex renovations, and repositioned underperforming assets across marinas, restaurants, retail, and mixed-use properties. With a background spanning investment, operations, and brokerage, he brings a full-spectrum perspective to real estate development and long-term portfolio growth.
Beyond real estate, Jake is deeply passionate about wildlife conservation and land stewardship. He is actively involved in promoting sustainable agriculture and commercial fishing practices, and has participated in habitat management initiatives across Georgia and Alabama. As a supporter of the Georgia and Alabama Forestry Commissions, Jake advocates for prescribed burning and responsible land use to support healthy ecosystems
Business Analyst
Chloe Beaver is an Atlanta native committed to creating value in the communities and spaces she serves. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Georgia.
As a business reporter with Dallas News Corporation, Chloe partnered with Crescent Real Estate LLC, a $4.4 billion investment firm focused on Class A properties including the Westin Perimeter North and The Hotel at Avalon in Atlanta, to analyze luxury multifamily demand in Dallas.
Reporting on nationally recognized real estate investors and developers led her into the commercial sector as a Business Analyst. She also brings experience in office technology sales, generating new business and building strong client relationships.
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