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Why Bozeman Isn't As Simple As It Looks

Small Town Charm. Big City Complexity.

From the outside, Bozeman looks like a laid-back mountain town with endless opportunity. And in many ways, it is. But beneath that relaxed exterior is a sophisticated development landscape that can surprise even seasoned professionals.

Varied zoning challenges. Multiple jurisdictional requirements. Environmental considerations. Community dynamics that can make or break a project. Infrastructure constraints that require creative problem-solving.

This is where decades of local knowledge become invaluable. We've pioneered development in this valley. We know the players, the processes, and the patterns that determine success. More importantly, we know how to think creatively and act strategically to turn challenges into opportunities.

We're here to ensure positive, progressive growth continues throughout the Gallatin Valley – and that your project is part of that story.

Market Intelligence & Feasibility

We deliver insights you can't find in national reports. Our understanding of Bozeman's growth patterns, emerging corridors, and community priorities comes from being embedded in this market for generations.

Development Advisory

From concept to completion, we guide you through the puzzle of local development. Zoning strategies. Permit navigation. Community relations. Partnership building. We know which doors to knock on and how to open them.

Relationship Brokering

In Bozeman, who you know matters as much as what you know. We've spent years cultivating relationships at every level, from city staff to contractors, investors to community leaders. We broker the connections that move projects forward.

Creative Problem-Solving

Cookie-cutter solutions don't work in this market. We thrive on tackling the unique challenges of each project, finding innovative pathways when conventional approaches hit walls.

Meet Your Advisors

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Marley McKenna

Montana born and bred, Marley brings a rare combination to every project: deep community roots and sharp business acumen. Her personal experience spans brokerage, investment, building, and development, giving her a 360-degree perspective on what it takes to succeed here.

Marley thrives on creating partnerships at every level of the development process. She knows that in Bozeman, success isn't just about numbers – it's about relationships, timing, and understanding the subtle dynamics that make our community tick. Her Type A drive ensures nothing falls through the cracks, while her local credibility opens doors that remain closed to outsiders.

When she's not hustling for her clients, you'll find Marley kicking up dust on the trails with her husband and daughter, followed by devouring a mountain of pasta by the fire.

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Katie Adams

Katie seizes every opportunity to make the deal work. She's meticulous in her attention to detail, encyclopedic in her knowledge of community progress and development, and unflappable when complications arise – which, in Bozeman development, they always do.

With the analytical mind of an engineer and the market knowledge of a seasoned broker, Katie guides clients through challenging processes with confidence and clarity. Her personal experience in development and investment means she's walked in your shoes. She knows which obstacles are real barriers and which ones just require creative thinking.

Katie doesn't miss a beat. Every permit requirement, every timeline consideration, every stakeholder concern, she's tracking it all and staying three steps ahead.

In her free time, Katie explores Montana's great outdoors, hits the golf course, and enjoys sports with her husband, two sons, and dogs.

Who We Serve

Out-of-State Developers

entering the Bozeman market who need local expertise and relationship access to navigate successfully

Regional Investors

seeking strategic guidance on acquisition, development, and positioning in the Gallatin Valley

Local Business Owners

expanding their footprint or exploring new opportunities in our evolving market

Property Owners

ready to unlock the potential of their land through strategic development

Financial Partners

requiring boots-on-the-ground intelligence and project oversight in the Bozeman area

Whether you're contemplating your first Bozeman project or your fifteenth, we bring the local knowledge, creative thinking, and proven relationships that turn vision into reality.

Ready to Turn Your Big Idea Into Reality?

Whether you're evaluating a potential site, navigating a complex approval process, or exploring what's possible in the Gallatin Valley, we're here to help. Share your vision with us, and let's start the conversation about how to make it happen.