Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Investment and Development Solutions
Founded in 2014, West 77 Partners is a vertically integrated real estate investment firm headquartered in Lehi, Utah, with regional offices across the United States. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of commercial real estate projects, including hospitality, multi-family, office, and mixed-use developments. With a cumulative $1 billion in completed projects and over $500 million in active developments, we leverage decades of collective experience to identify high-barrier markets where value can be added through operational expertise and capitalization proficiency. Our team of seasoned professionals employs a research-driven investment philosophy, prioritizing long-term cash flow over speculative gains while aligning our financial interests with those of our investors. Through our in-house general contracting division, Wasatch DC Builders NW, we maintain rigorous quality control and cost management across all phases of development and asset management. Our strategic approach to market cyclesknowing when to acquire, develop, or hold assetsdistinguishes us in the competitive real estate landscape.We maintain transparent relationships with investors, lenders, and partners, supported by a proven track record of navigating complex entitlement processes and delivering stabilized assets. Our leadership team brings deep expertise from prior roles at prominent firms such as Wasatch Group, Sellen Construction, and Concord Hospitality, ensuring a multidisciplinary perspective on every project. We prioritize geographic diversification to mitigate single-market risks while building critical mass in growth corridors. Our commitment to hands-on stewardship extends to asset management, where we actively optimize net operating income through expense control, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiency. This comprehensive approach has enabled us to successfully execute over 50 projects nationwide, with a pipeline spanning 25+ markets from Anchorage to Miami.
Services
Development
Acquisition
Construction
Asset Management
Investment Sales
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have over $500 million in developed and in-progress assets.
- Our team has completed 50+ projects nationwide.
- Vertical integration ensures seamless project management from acquisition to completion.
- Strategic focus on high-barrier markets for optimal returns.
- Proven track record of aligning investor interests with our own capital investments.
Services
Development
West 77 Partners specializes in ground-up real estate development, focusing on hospitality, multi-family, and mixed-use properties. Our team manages site acquisition, entitlements, design coordination, and structured financing to deliver high-yield assets. With over 20 years of market cycle expertise, we identify optimal development windows to maximize investor returns through strategic timing and operational efficiency.
Acquisition
We pursue geographic diversification by acquiring commercial properties in high-growth markets with strong economic fundamentals. Our process includes market analysis, due diligence, and negotiation, supported by established relationships with lenders and title companies. We target stabilized assets and distressed notes to build portfolio critical mass while mitigating single-market exposure through strategic location selection.
Construction
Through our in-house division Wasatch DC Builders NW, we provide full-spectrum construction management services. This includes subcontractor coordination, budget controls, material procurement, and quality assurance programs. Our owner-builder model ensures alignment with project goals, leveraging lessons learned across 50+ completed projects to optimize timelines, costs, and construction outcomes.
Asset Management
Our asset management approach prioritizes long-term value creation through active operational oversight. We conduct debt strategy analysis, expense management, and portfolio reviews to enhance net operating income. By maintaining direct engagement with property managers and focusing on revenue optimization, we ensure sustained asset performance and investor returns across our commercial real estate holdings.
Investment Sales
West 77 Partners offers tailored disposition solutions for land, multi-family, and hospitality assets. We prepare comprehensive market analyses, cash flow projections, and marketing strategies to achieve optimal sale terms. Our team manages the entire sales process from valuation to closing, ensuring transparent communication with investors and alignment with strategic portfolio objectives.
People
Michael J. Nielson
Founder & CEO
Michael Nielson founded West 77 Partners after serving as President of Wasatch Group, overseeing $4 billion in assets. A licensed attorney and real estate broker, he graduated from Brigham Young University and its J. Reuben Clark Law School, bringing 20+ years of investment and development expertise.
Dan Barrett
President
Dan Barrett leads design and construction activities at West 77 Partners. Previously an executive at Sellen Construction, he holds a Master's in Engineering from Stanford and degrees in Finance and Construction Management from Washington State University, with 25+ years in commercial construction leadership.
Jeremy Raymond
General Counsel
Jeremy Raymond oversees legal affairs and acquisitions. A former partner at Olson & Hoggan, LLC, he earned a Juris Doctorate from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and specializes in real estate transactions, compliance, and risk management for the firm's $500M+ development portfolio.
Matt Hook
Director of Development
Matt Hook manages project entitlements and permitting. With prior roles at Concord Hospitality and experience in warehousing and commercial developments, he graduated in Urban and Environmental Planning from West Chester University, focusing on minimizing risks while maximizing asset value in new markets.
Jerry Proctor
Construction Manager
Jerry Proctor directs post-approval construction processes with 35+ years in commercial building, including 10 years in extended stay hotel development. He graduated from Kansas State University with a geology degree and previously managed hotel projects for national developers across Southern California.
Questions
What types of real estate projects does West77 Partners specialize in?
We focus on commercial properties including hospitality, multi-family residential, office spaces, and mixed-use developments across the United States.
How does West77 Partners approach market cycles in real estate investment?
We strategically determine when to acquire, develop, or hold assets based on economic conditions, capitalization rates, and consumer demand to optimize investor returns.
What geographic areas does West77 Partners operate in?
We work nationwide with a current pipeline spanning 25+ markets from Anchorage, AK to Miami, FL, prioritizing high-growth regions with strong economic fundamentals.
How does West77 Partners ensure quality control in construction projects?
Through our in-house general contracting division, Wasatch DC Builders NW, we maintain rigorous quality assurance programs and leverage lessons learned from 50+ completed projects.
What is West77 Partners' investment philosophy?
We prioritize long-term cash flow over speculative gains, applying operational expertise to add value in high-barrier markets while aligning our capital interests with investors'.
