The
principals of Paper Street have substantial expertise and experience
allowing them to act quickly to underwrite and execute transactions and
manage the project from inception to completion. Our principals also
have significant experience in historic restoration and construction
management. Although
the majority of our projects are self-developed, we do on occasion;
provide development services and construction management on behalf of a
third party owner.
Gavin Thomas - Managing Partner
Gavin Thomas is a managing partner of Paper Street Associates. Gavin is directly involved in the acquisition, development, and leasing process within Paper Street Associates. Gavin also takes the lead in regard to our financial services and investor relation responsibilities.
Prior to founding Paper Street, Gavin was a member of the CBL & Associates Properties' mall acquisition group, a publicly traded REIT. During his tenure at CBL, Gavin was involved with the acquisition of over $2 billion dollars of regional mall transactions. He also was a project manager for the redevelopment of several existing shopping centers. Gavin's residential experience includes working as an assistant project manager with Alchemy Properties, one of New York City's most innovative residential developers. Gavin began his career in real estate at Darden Restaurants working on market development and site selection. At Darden, he was directly responsible for market planning, demographic research, and sales forecasting.
Gavin holds a Master's degree in real estate development from Columbia University's School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation. He also holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in economic geography with a specialty in geographic information systems.
R. Eric Cummings - Principal
R. Eric Cummings is a managing partner of Paper Street Associates. Eric is also directly involved in the acquisition, development, and leasing process within Paper Street Associates. Eric performs owner representation on behalf of Paper Street Associates and works closely with our architect and general contractor to insure the development plan is being implemented efficiently and correctly.
Prior to founding Paper Street, Eric was heavily involved in the revitalization of the Highland Park neighborhood, a historic neighborhood in Chattanooga. He completed several major home renovations and a home relocation in Highland Park. These successful projects demonstrated his commitment to preserving the architectural integrity within a historic neighborhood. He has also served on several local community boards and associations including Community Impact, Cornerstones, and as President of the Highland Park Neighborhood Association.
Eric first commercial venture was the "The Sole Building", directly across from the world famous Chattanooga Choo Choo. This highly visible, mixed-use development includes 7,500 square feet of retail space and three unique loft condominiums. Most recently, Eric served as owners representative on the redevelopment of the Harrington Building on Main Street that features Daniel Lindley's new Italian restaurant, Alleia. Eric is a LEED Accredited Professional.
Gavin Thomas - Managing Partner
Gavin Thomas is a managing partner of Paper Street Associates. Gavin is directly involved in the acquisition, development, and leasing process within Paper Street Associates. Gavin also takes the lead in regard to our financial services and investor relation responsibilities.
Prior to founding Paper Street, Gavin was a member of the CBL & Associates Properties' mall acquisition group, a publicly traded REIT. During his tenure at CBL, Gavin was involved with the acquisition of over $2 billion dollars of regional mall transactions. He also was a project manager for the redevelopment of several existing shopping centers. Gavin's residential experience includes working as an assistant project manager with Alchemy Properties, one of New York City's most innovative residential developers. Gavin began his career in real estate at Darden Restaurants working on market development and site selection. At Darden, he was directly responsible for market planning, demographic research, and sales forecasting.
Gavin holds a Master's degree in real estate development from Columbia University's School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation. He also holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in economic geography with a specialty in geographic information systems.
R. Eric Cummings - Principal
R. Eric Cummings is a managing partner of Paper Street Associates. Eric is also directly involved in the acquisition, development, and leasing process within Paper Street Associates. Eric performs owner representation on behalf of Paper Street Associates and works closely with our architect and general contractor to insure the development plan is being implemented efficiently and correctly.
Prior to founding Paper Street, Eric was heavily involved in the revitalization of the Highland Park neighborhood, a historic neighborhood in Chattanooga. He completed several major home renovations and a home relocation in Highland Park. These successful projects demonstrated his commitment to preserving the architectural integrity within a historic neighborhood. He has also served on several local community boards and associations including Community Impact, Cornerstones, and as President of the Highland Park Neighborhood Association.
Eric first commercial venture was the "The Sole Building", directly across from the world famous Chattanooga Choo Choo. This highly visible, mixed-use development includes 7,500 square feet of retail space and three unique loft condominiums. Most recently, Eric served as owners representative on the redevelopment of the Harrington Building on Main Street that features Daniel Lindley's new Italian restaurant, Alleia. Eric is a LEED Accredited Professional.