OUR MISSION
At Southeast Housing Development Partners, LLC, our mission is to transform neighborhoods by delivering affordable housing solutions and innovative mixed-use developments. We are dedicated to preserving communities, driving revitalization, and fostering connectivity—creating vibrant, livable spaces where people thrive.


Who We Are
About Our Company
Southeast Housing Development Partners, LLC is a community-driven development firm with a passion for creating affordable housing and dynamic mixed-use spaces. With over 25 years of combined team experience across Mississippi, Alabama, Nevada, Arizona, North Carolina and Georgia, we specialize in delivering tailored solutions that align visionary planning with practical execution.
Our team brings deep industry expertise, strategic financing, and cutting-edge technology to ensure every project meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Through strong partnerships, regulatory excellence, and a commitment to innovation, we revitalize neighborhoods and build lasting, connected communities—one project at a time.
25+
Years of Experience
5+
States Served
3+
Core Expertise Areas
100%
Tailored Solutions
Raven Thompson
Raven Thompson
CEO, Southeast Housing Development Partners, LLC

what sets
us apart
At Southeast Housing Development Partners, LLC, we stand out for our unwavering commitment to community impact and sustainable development.
With a proven track record across Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, our team excels in navigating complex challenges, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering projects efficiently. By integrating vision, design, and financing with a deep understanding of community needs, we are a trusted partner in transforming neighborhoods and shaping a brighter future.

OUR SERVICES
Our business model is centered on providing comprehensive real estate development and value-add services to meet the diverse needs of public-private partnerships, nonprofit organizations, faith-based initiatives, and government entities. By focusing on innovative solutions and strategic execution, we maximize value and deliver impactful outcomes tailored to
each client’s unique goals.
real estate development
Feasibility Studies
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Site Selection & Evaluation
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Land Development Analysis
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Financial Analysis / Underwriting
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Community Engagement Strategy
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Project & Market Due Diligence
Development Management
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Due Diligence & Entitlements
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Architectural Coordination & Design Management
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Municipal Entitlement, Permitting & Approvals
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Purchase Contract Negotiations
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Entitlement, Zoning & Permit Approvals
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Marketing & Leasing Strategy
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Stabilization Planning
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Acquisition / Rehab Projects
Construction Oversight
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Budget & Schedule Tracking
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Quality Control Reviews & Oversight
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Coordination Between GC, PM, and Development Teams
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Contractor Bidding & Selection
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Budget & Schedule Oversight
Value-Add SERVICES
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Joint Venture Opportunities
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Program / Project Management
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Owner Representation
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Consulting Services
WHO WE SERVE
GOVERNMENT
AGENCIES
NEIGHBORHOOD &
COMMUNITIES
INSTITUTIONAL & PRIVATE INVESTORS
NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
OUR TEAM

Principal & Founder
RAVEN THOMPSON
Raven Thompson is Principal & founder of Southeast Housing Development Partners, LLC. She is responsible for business development expansion through joint ventures with other developers and public & private partnership with soliciting PHAs. She will oversee projects from conception to completion. She has closed over $200 million in 4% tax-exempt bond financing for affordable housing projects. Her experience spans across several complex multi-phase & mixed-use development projects like that of the revitalization of Englewood Manor, a 30.4-acre real estate development in Atlanta, Ga located in the Chosewood Park Neighborhood. In addition, other project sites include Edgehill at Southtown, a 22-acre master redevelopment site in Birmingham, Alabama; Astoria at Crystal Lake, a 10.90 acre site in Douglasville, Ga and Hillcrest II, a 6-acre site located in Eastpoint, Ga.

Development Coordinator
chloe thompson
Chloe Thompson serves as Development Coordinator for Southeast Housing Development Partners, LLC, where she provides development administrative, design, and predevelopment support for affordable housing and mixed-use development pursuits. Chloe will assist with the preparation of Tax-Exempt Bond, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit application & materials, as well as conduct site visit alongside our hired architect firm's field project manager to develop field reports & documentation for desirable/undesirable site review forms and project photography. She will also assist construction management with document control & monthly construction reports, and review of city ordinances. Chloe is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Architecture at Kennesaw State University, with coursework in design foundations, visual analysis, communications, and economics. Her architectural training provides a strong foundation for understanding site context, design intent, project documentation, and the relationship between housing development and the built environment. Prior to joining SHDP’s project support team, Chloe completed an architecture internship with Corcoran Ota, an Atlanta based architect firm in Sandy Springs, Georgia, where she observed professional office operations, assisted with documentation tasks, organized project-related materials, supported drafting and planning activities, and used Revit to independently design and model a mock residential townhouse concept. She also brings experience in graphic design, digital file management, project organization, Canva, Adobe tools, Microsoft Word and Excel, SketchUp, Revit, Photoshop, and InDesign. Through her academic background, design exposure, and hands-on project coordination support, Chloe contributes to SHDP’s capacity to prepare organized, visually clear, and responsive development materials. Her role supports the firm’s commitment to thoughtful planning, disciplined execution, and community-centered housing solutions.

Development Manager
ROBERT GROSS
Robert Gross is a native of Mississippi and a graduate of Delta State University, where he concentrated in Insurance and Real Estate. He brings a unique blend of construction procurement and development support experience, having served as Director of Procurement with Scott Construction. His background in contract negotiation, cost management, and subcontractor coordination strengthens the team’s ability to execute projects from predevelopment through construction, ensuring alignment between development objectives and field execution.

IT/Marketing
BARRY THOMPSON

Managing Partner, CM
Becca Graydon
Becca has successfully contributed to a wide array of construction projects...

Construction Management
WAYNE WATSON

Director of Finance
Lester Simpson
Lester Simpson is a former 2025 EDI Cohort sponsored by Capital Impact Partners & Momentous Capital.

