Development Team
The Company has assembled a “World Class” team of professionals with long tried and proven track records of success.
James Fallon - Co-Founder & CEO
From Boston Ma. Attended the University of Hawaii, and studied real estate economics. Obtained real estate license at age 19, and sucessfully created and launced first 2 corporations by the age of 21. With over 25 years experience now, in corporate formation, commercial real estate acquisitions, entitlements, and structuring joint ventures for development. Business development and government- business cooperation specialist, extensive project management. Proven expertise in policy analysis, public relations, and development finance.
Specialties:
Ø New Company formation and organization
Ø Private Equity- Venture Capital- Syndication
Ø Structured financing, tax credit monetization
Ø 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange Expert
Ø Corporate management and profitability
Ø Project Exit Strategies and Liquidations
Diversified Experience:
Mr. Fallon started his career in 1986 with the prestigious Obayashi Group Hawaii. He was a key member of a development team that Acquired 150 acres of sugar cane land on the West coast of Maui Hi, on the Kaanapali Beach golf course. The property was acquired from the Dole Pineapple Company. Over a 6 year period the project was fully entitled for a master planned golf course community, subdivided with 170 ¼ acre single family home lots. Built and sold 320 luxury condominiums. In 1990 Mr. Fallon was Co-founder of the Elite Properties Group, based in Honolulu. The company syndicated over $100,000,000 of Private Equity from its contacts in Japan. The capital was used to acquire luxury real estate on the islands. In 1991 the company opened a general real estate brokerage division, and recruited and managed an agent staff of more than 20. Because of its Equity contacts agents competed in the high end market that thrived in the islands. In 1992 the company added a Luxury vacation rental division. The division procured property management contracts for the most valuable oceanfront properties, and marketed to the travel agent industry in the U.S. and Japan.
In 1996 Fallon expanded to southern Ca. where he structured joint venture real estate acquisitions and entitlement projects. He worked with S&S development based on the central coast of Ca. He was responsible for land acquisitions, entitlements, and sales of planned unit high-density housing developments in Pismo Beach California, which totaled in excess of 100 individual units. In this capacity he procured the institutional acquisition capital and consumer mortgage loans. In 1999 became a partner of a boutique investment firm in Redwood City Ca. During this time he created a unique method of utilizing tax qualified retirement plans to raise private equity to buy Pre-Developed Land for its Entitlement program. Working with financial institutions like Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab, and Pensco Trust as the custodians. In addition he is a subject matter expert in tax deferred 1031 exchanges. In 2001 Mr. Fallon Co founded INVISION DEVELOPMENT. The company has assembled a world class development team and has active projects across the U.S. and on four continents. Presently the company is focused on capitalizing on the current Real Estate market, and has created a very aggressive private equity syndication program, to acquire properties.
Kim Walters – Co-Founder, President & CFO
With 30 years interdisciplinary experience, Mr. Walters graduated from the University of California, Davis in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science in Urban Regional Planning. His land use experience includes developing General and Specific Plans for cities, site planning and review and updating General plans for California cities. Growing up in Dublin, CA in the 1960-70-80’s when there was intense and rapid urban growth in the area, Kim became active in Save Mt. Diablo, Danville, CA and Las Positas New Town, Livermore, CA. Both were progressive organizations for “Progressive Planned - Pro Growth”. This experience has molded a belief of positive-planned growth, based in economic, transportation, environmental and human needs.
Mr. Walters has completed real estate strategic planning projects, real estate portfolio strategies and planning to complete physical master and specific plans. He is skilled in obtaining entitlements for development projects by using a blend of applied geography, demographics and economics to provide decision making support for sustainable developments. Mr. Walters uses proven techniques in policy analysis and development finance to ensure project completion to its “highest and best use”, while promoting the needs of the community. Kim is well versed in utilizing methods of "Consolidated Buying Power" to raise private equity.
Specialties
Ø Acquisitions & Contract Negotiation
Ø Feasibility & Profitability Analysis
Ø Structured Financing
Ø Land Use Strategic Planning
Ø Entitlement Process: Working with governmental Agencies
Dan Ionescu Architects & Planners (DIAP) - Entitlement Manger
DIAP is an experienced and versatile planning and architectural design firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. Founded in 1982, DIAP’s portfolio includes work across the United States and on four continents, from Strategic Regional Planning (SRP) and urban planning to high rises and mixed-use developments. Dan Ionescu brings his site-specific approach and extensive international experience to each project. Our team excels at designing site-specific projects with complex programs. Working hand-in-hand with local agencies, DIAP has the proven ability to manage and coordinate projects around the world. DIAP’s commitment to close communication with clients ensures an effective and flexible design process.
DIAP has the expertise to address the environmental, geographical, demographic, cultural, political, and economic aspects of an area and bring them together to form a comprehensive strategic plan. DIAP develops successful strategic plans and urban designs to match the character and objectives of each project, using advanced technologies including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) services provided by highly experienced professionals.
DIAP draws from forward-looking planning principles and global experience with
outstanding results.
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A Unique Perspective...
A strong sense of tradition, heritage and history give Barry Swenson a unique insight into San Jose, including the unique needs of an ever-growing Silicon Valley. A third-generation builder, Barry draws on a history of construction expertise that enables him to offer the best solutions for San Jose's construction industry. Barry grew up in San Jose, and his experiences and love for the city have flavored his firm's passion for quality construction. This passion is infectious, and has helped contribute to the growth of his firm, Barry Swenson Builder.
Starting in 1958 (with the building of the San Jose City Hall on Hedding Street) and continuing into the seventies, Barry helped contribute to the huge building boom that made San Jose one of the nation's fastest growing cities. Barry Swenson Builder was created in 1977, and has since expanded to become one of Silicon Valley's most recognized names in construction. The company provides the highest quality service (with a cost-effective approach) for a wide variety of project types, including multi-family residential, office, hospitality, medical, senior living, industrial, research and development, retail, mixed-use and historical renovation.
As a native of San Jose, Barry has a unique relationship with community leaders, financial institutions, and real estate developers. These relationships enable him to create successful projects by structuring innovative partnerships and joint ventures, with all parties working together for the best possible solution. With a love of history and heritage, his revitalization masterpieces include the Security Building, Bella Mia, Letitia, the Clayton Building and the DeAnza Hotel.Barry's vision also includes high-rise residential buildings for San Jose. He believes, "high-density housing close to public transit is the only way to avoid hour-plus commutes and highways lacing through more and more of what should remain farmland.” Barry Swenson Builder is leading the charge into the high-rise future of San Jose, with seven projects in some stage of development. Vendome Place is an example; the 10-story development promises to revolutionize the city's downtown with its intelligent integration of accommodation, transportation and community.
The Right Team…
Barry understands the importance of the people on the ground. As President and CEO, Swenson takes an active role in the development of projects and provides insight and guidance for each project team. From project managers and engineers to site superintendents, Barry's team are hands-on builders with the technical expertise, integrity and quality of work that gets the job done right. Constant communication ensures that all members of the team are working in the same direction, increasing productivity and efficiency. "Our number one goal is always to have happy clients" says Barry. That goal begins with the team. "My grandfather always said to hire smart people, and we've got the greatest bunch of people anywhere, and that goes for all of our departments from construction to the accounting office."
Building Today's Skylines...
Barry Swenson Builder draws on three generations of expertise to bring quality, diversity and functional creativity to the construction projects of today. These core values help us successfully incorporate a broad spectrum of services into our projects. From Contracting and Turn-key Development, to Design-Build and all aspects of Project Management, Barry Swenson Builder is building today's skylines, and planning for the skylines of tomorrow.
Staying Ahead of Industry Trends…
As the world's technology center, the Silicon Valley stands on the cutting edge of innovation and development. Similarly, Barry Swenson Builder's forward-thinking team sets the pace in the continually changing world of building construction. Construction has evolved from hammer and nails, brick and mortar, to computer-aided design and scheduling, scientific seismic advances, and innovative materials. Our innovative team combines 75 years of experience with today's technology to ensure the best possible solution and service for every project.
Long-Term Management Relationships…
Barry Swenson Builder believes the long-term success of a project depends on the Project Management of that property, long after construction is completed. Our extended dedication to the building, the tenants, the grounds, and the owners is the key to maintaining a project’s value and financial stability. Our management success with over 100 properties in several states relies on our long term service, tenant satisfaction, and financial soundness.
Financial Stability…
Green Valley Corporation, d.b.a. Barry Swenson Builder, has been a successful part of Silicon Valley since its beginning in 1961. Long-term relationships with numerous lenders including Wells Fargo Bank, Union Bank, and Tokai Bank of California, give Barry Swenson Builder the capability to finance projects of nearly any size. From construction loans, lines of credit, and substantial bonding capacity, we have numerous resources to meet a project’s financial requirement.
Penfield & Smith Engineers Surveyors Planners – Peter Nostrand / Project Civil Engineer
Penfield & Smith was founded by Wallace C. Penfield and Delbert D. Smith in 1946. The firm’s roots go back to the Santa Barbara practice started by George A. Miller in 1924. In 1960, the practice was incorporated as an employee-owned company. With over 50 years of experience, the firm has established itself as one of the most progressive and well-respected firms based in the Tri-Counties area. With a staff of over 140, corporate headquarters in Santa Barbara, and branch offices in Camarillo, Lancaster, and Santa Maria, Penfield & Smith is the largest company providing complete surveying, mapping, planning, engineering, and construction administration services to the Central and South Coast areas of California. We serve both the private and public sectors and specialize in providing professional services to our clients from project inception through construction.
Our 40 registered civil engineers have extensive experience in the design of roadways, bridges, water and wastewater systems, storm drainage, grading, and erosion containment systems. Our engineers also provide expertise in the areas of flood control, solid waste management, municipal financing, traffic engineering and transportation planning, transportation demand management, permit processing, and construction engineering.
The firm’s survey department is staffed with 5 licensed professionals, 9 fully equipped field crews and sufficient office personnel necessary to respond to many projects, including boundary surveys, right-of-way easements, ALTA surveys, field control for aerial mapping and GIS, subdivision mapping, and construction staking.
