Eddie joined Ballard in 2000 as a Senior Vice President and became President in 2003. He has extensive experience in developing building projects from design to completion, including the preparation of financial packages, proformas and overseeing the construction. His experience includes financing for HUD and conventional properties.
During his time with Ballard he has been responsible for the asset management of a portfolio in excess of $200 million dollars including both commercial and multi-family properties.
He has used his training and experience to provide property inspection and evaluation services for current and prospective investors.
Eddie holds a current real estate license in AL and MS. Since 2003 he has worked with investors to negotiate and close over $50 million dollars in real estate transactions. He has been responsible for developing investor relations with clients from all across the United States. Working with investors, he has been responsible for helping them understand various markets, and the process of accessing properties, performing due diligence and setting up management teams once a property was purchased.
He has been an instructor in a wide range of subjects including: marketing, property management, fair housing, REAC and sales.
Eddie presently serves on the Executive Board of River Regions Apartment Association. He is past president of the Alabama Apartments Association and currently serves on the board of directors.
He has been a business leader for over 30 years and is active in professional, civic and religious affiliations. He has served as a member of the Executive Committee of the Montgomery Automobile Dealers Association and in 1998 was its Vice-President. He served as Chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association 20 Group. He has served as President of the Alabama Apartment Association and currently serves on its Board of Directors.
Eddie obtained a Bachelor of Science and a Master’s Degree in Speech and Communications and Counseling from Southeastern College in Lakeland, FL .