Blue River Development Team
The BRD team has over 35 years of experience and has been involved in the origination, acquisition, development, and disposition of nearly $3 billion in projects.
Meet Our Executive Team
Brad Cooper
Managing Principal
Brad is co-founder and managing principal of Blue River Development, LLC, leading the company's diverse array of development projects. Brad's passion for vibrant communities, disciplined approach to deal sourcing and analysis, and focus on building and maintaining quality relationships continue to drive the company's success. Brad's exceptional track record of accomplishments, coupled with his expertise in driving growth, strategic planning, and financial management, has solidified his reputation as a trusted leader in the real estate industry.
Michael Cooper
Managing Principal
Michael is co-founder and managing principal of Blue River Development. Michael specializes in Blue River Development’s land and lot origination business for the homebuilding industry. Under Michael's direct oversight, Blue River transacts on thousands of homesites each year, leading to dozens of communities in and around the Atlanta market as well across the broader southeast region. Michael’s expertise in systems-based operations has resulted in a land pipeline with predictable flow and deals with attractive margins.