About Us

We are tuned-in to today’s ever changing multifamily market.

Addison Medical Center Apartments – San Antonio, TX
  • 35K+ Developed 35,500 apartment units, 300,000 sf of retails space, and 80,000 sf of office space.

We are a vertically-integrated real estate development firm with a wealth of experience in the multifamily sector.

We’ve established our leadership position within the industry through a unique combination of design excellence, project quality and business acumen – all while maximizing returns to investors and business partners. With fully integrated development, construction, and property management companies, our team members are experts in multifamily development, as well as acquisition, construction and property management. Our development and construction teams, which perform a full range of general contracting services, guarantee that all projects are timely built to the highest quality and craftsmanship.

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At A Glance.

Winner of a numerous industry awards for design, quality and innovation, we provide expertise in development, construction, property management, asset management, and acquisitions & disposition.

  • $2.6B+ completed and current projects totaling over $2,600,000,000
  • 1,950 currently managing approximately 1,950 units
  • 390K+ combined square feet of retail and office space developed

Leadership

Ed Garahan Partner and Chief Executive Officer

A recognized expert in multiple aspects of development and construction, Ed provides visionary leadership while overseeing the wide-ranging activities of The Carbon Companies. In his 4 decades in the industry, Ed has directed – or was instrumental to the construction and development of – thousands of multi-family units, more than 40 hotels, 250 restaurants, multiple office buildings, numerous hospitals and healthcare facilities, and many industrial projects.

Kurt E. Jones Partner and Chief Operating Officer

As a partner in The Carbon Companies and a 40-year track record of excellence, Kurt brings proven talent and insight to every Carbon project. He leads the development and construction teams, ensuring all projects are delivered on time and on budget. Kurt’s background includes a degree in Building Construction from Texas A&M University and experience in building single-family custom homes, single family attached, office, retail, and more than 40,000 multi-family units. The depth and breadth of his construction knowledge provides our clients the added benefit of having a seasoned problem solver expediting their projects.

John C. Hood Partner and Chief Financial Officer

John’s extensive background and skill in accounting and financial strategies make him the ideal person to manage Carbon’s corporate accounting and tax activities. He maintains strong relationships with banks and other financial institutions while providing critical, in-depth fiscal analysis for each Carbon venture.

Travis E. Jones Executive Vice President

As Executive Vice President, and a vital member of the Carbon team since 1996, Travis oversees the development team and Carbon’s in-house general contractor, and is responsible for the overall coordination, development, design, and construction of all Carbon projects. His prior experience as a Superintendent, Project Manager, Vice President of Construction and General Counsel provides him with a unique perspective on all aspects of Carbon’s business.  Travis has been instrumental in the development and construction of office, retail, and over 6,000 multi-family units.

Travis is also a licensed attorney and member of the State Bar of Texas, with degrees from Texas A&M University and Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. His expertise in site evaluation, entitlements, design, project management, and cost value analysis allow Carbon to consistently meet project deadlines and fiscal projections.

Claire Scheihing Director of Management Operations

Claire Scheihing (pronounced Shine) has integrated her extensive on-site property management experience into her current role as Director of Management Operations, skillfully navigating the intricate intersections of development, construction, and property management operations. Over the past decade, Claire has curated a proven track record, playing a pivotal role in the successful launch of more than 12 multifamily properties, with more on the way. Her keen insights and hands-on approach have proven instrumental in orchestrating smooth transitions from early development stages through grand opening, ensuring a cohesive and well-managed portfolio.

Cole Bradford Director of Development

Cole has been a member of the Carbon team since April 2018.  As Director of Development, Cole is involved in site selection, land acquisition, market analysis, financial underwriting, deal structure and capitalization including raising equity and securing financing.  He is also an integral part of our team that oversees the financial strategies and positioning of all projects under Carbon management, asset management, and operations of existing projects.  Cole also spearheads Carbon’s lender and investor relations.

Cole was born in Plano, Texas, and earned his BBA in Finance with an emphasis in Real Estate from TCU. In his spare time, Cole enjoys golf, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends, especially his wife, Merissa.