About
Solving America's housing crisis, one ADU at a time
The Mission
We're the Co-Founder & CEO of GatherADU, where we're making Accessory Dwelling Units accessible to every homeowner in America—unlocking millions of dollars in home equity while addressing the housing shortage.
The housing crisis isn't just a policy problem—it's a practical one. Homeowners want to build ADUs, but the process is too complex, expensive, and opaque. At GatherADU, we've built a company that makes ADU development simple, affordable, and transparent from day one through move-in.
Our Journey
GatherADU
Co-Founder & CEO CurrentWe're leading the company's expansion across California, Washington, Oregon, and Georgia. We've built a full-service platform that handles everything from zoning analysis and permit approval to design, construction, and final inspection—removing all the complexity and uncertainty from the ADU process.
- Enabled $30M+ in ADU projects across 200+ properties
- Impacted 300+ housing units and helped guide 1,000+ homeowners
- Built curated network of architects, contractors, and vendors
- Raised funding and scaled the team from 0 to operations in multiple markets
- Created systems to navigate complex zoning regulations and permitting processes
Real Estate Investments
Strategic PortfolioWe've made impactful real estate investments across residential and commercial properties. This hands-on experience gives us deep market knowledge and firsthand understanding of the challenges homeowners and developers face in creating value through real estate.
Early Career
Technology & Product RolesWe built products and led technical teams at growth-stage companies, learning how to ship software that scales and serves real user needs. This foundation prepared us to apply technology to solve complex real-world problems in real estate and construction.
Areas of Expertise
Company Building
Founded multiple ventures, raised funding, built teams from scratch, and scaled operations across multiple markets. Deep experience in 0-to-1 product development and go-to-market strategy.
ADUs & Housing
Expert in ADU development, zoning regulations, permitting processes, and construction management across California, Washington, Oregon, and Georgia. Understanding what homeowners need and how to deliver it.
PropTech & Real Estate
Pioneering technology solutions for real estate development. Understanding how to use software to solve complex offline problems in construction and real estate.
Housing Policy & Advocacy
Deep understanding of zoning laws, housing policy, and urban planning. Advocate for sustainable, affordable housing solutions and regulatory reform.
Product & Strategy
Leading product development from concept to launch, defining go-to-market strategy, and building systems that scale. Focus on solving real customer problems.
Construction & Operations
Expertise in construction logistics, contractor and vendor management, building codes, and regulatory compliance. Knowing how things get built in the real world.
Philosophy
"Build companies that solve real problems and create meaningful value for real people."
The best businesses are built at the intersection of a genuine market need and the ability to deliver an exceptional solution. At GatherADU, we're not just building software—we're solving a decades-old problem that affects millions of families.
The housing crisis requires solutions that work in the real world: understanding regulations, managing contractors, navigating permitting, and delivering quality construction. Technology is an enabler, but the real work is building systems and processes that serve homeowners end-to-end.
Favorite Thoughts & Sayings
"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now."
— Chinese Proverb
"Ideas are easy. Execution is everything."
— John Doerr
"Move fast and break things" doesn't work in construction. Move deliberately and build things right.
— Our approach to housing
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do."
— Steve Jobs
"Build something people want."
— Paul Graham
"You can just do things."
— Internet Wisdom
Favorite Books
Why Nations Fail
Institutional quality determines prosperity. Inclusive institutions that protect property rights and encourage innovation create lasting economic success—a reminder that our work in housing requires systemic change, not just technological solutions.
The Little Prince
What's essential is invisible to the eye. A reminder to focus on what truly matters—the human impact of our work, not just the metrics. Building companies is about people, relationships, and the lives we improve.
The Human Comedy
Saroyan's portrayal of resilience and community during hardship resonates deeply. Even in challenging times, human connection and kindness prevail. Our mission is to strengthen communities through housing.
Hello, Startup
A practical guide to building technology companies. The emphasis on product development, team building, and startup culture has been invaluable. Great reminder that startups require both technical excellence and business discipline.
Rich Dad, Poor Dad
Financial literacy matters. Understanding assets, liabilities, and cash flow is foundational—especially in real estate. This book shaped my understanding of how homeowners can build wealth through property.
Zero to One
Creating something entirely new is more valuable than copying what works. The framework for building monopolies through innovation applies directly to PropTech—we're creating new solutions, not iterating on existing ones.
Let's Connect
Interested in discussing startups, housing innovation, PropTech, or potential collaborations? Reach out.
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