Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a nationally recognized leader in the financial services industry, known for its focus on relationships, expertise and excellence in execution. The bank aspires to provide impressive service by delivering smart solutions tailored to meet our clients’ multifaceted needs.

Widely recognized as the preeminent commercial real estate construction lender in major markets throughout the United States, Bank OZK’s Real Estate Specialties Group (RESG) focuses on senior secured financing for a variety of property types including mixed use, multifamily housing, condominiums, office, hospitality, life sciences, industrial, cold storage, self-storage and retail. Over the past five years, RESG has originated $39 billion in new loans.

In addition to a growing retail banking presence throughout North Carolina, Bank OZK’s Middle Market CRE and Affordable Housing divisions are based in Charlotte.

With a comprehensive suite of commercial and consumer products and services, Bank OZK combines local expertise with national strength to deliver smart solutions to our clients so they can reach their financial goals. For more information, visit ozk.com.

Point of contact:
Kelissa Garner
kelissa.garner@ozk.com

Tammie Sandoval
tammie.sandoval@ozk.com

Berkel & Company is a leading specialty foundation contractor providing innovative geotechnical construction solutions for developers, owners, engineers, and general contractors nationwide. Since 1959, the employee-owned company has built a reputation for delivering safe, high-quality foundation systems that help projects overcome challenging site conditions while maintaining schedule and budget objectives.

Berkel’s services include deep foundations, ground improvement, earth retention, and excavation support systems for commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and institutional projects. Through its technical expertise and collaborative approach, Berkel helps project teams reduce risk, improve constructability, and establish a strong foundation for successful project delivery from concept to C.O.

Point of contact:
Jim Ryder
jryder@berkelandcompany.com

Urban Design Partners is a multidisciplinary site design firm specializing in thoughtful land development solutions across the Southeast. Our team brings deep experience in navigating regulatory processes, coordinating complex infrastructure systems, and delivering practical engineering solutions that support exceptional placemaking.

We approach every project with a mindset that balances technical expertise, creativity, and partnership. We believe successful projects are built through collaboration, responsiveness, and a shared commitment to delivering thoughtful, practical solutions.

We do need to put a cap on the event of 20-25 people (can’t remember if we told you that!). The space upstairs is under construction and want to make sure everyone that comes is comfortable in our conference room.

Point of contact:
Hannah Breed
hannah@urbandesignpartners.com