Our Team

  • TJ Lee - Founder & CEO

    TJ Lee graduated from Auburn University in both business/economics and building construction science. He brings 30+ years of education and experience in commercial real estate development, business ownership and operations, across multiple industries and disciplines, including education, retail, medical and industrial.

    Office number: (256) 715-4311

    Cell number: (256) 683-2141

    Email: leet@leelandventures.com

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    Sherry Lee - Real Estate Sales & Leasing Specialist

    Sherry Lee is a contract specialist for Leeland Ventures and a licensed real estate agent for Averbuch Realty, specializing in commercial investment sales, leasing, and acquisitions, landlord/tenant representation, and property management. She brings more than 25 years of education and experience in business ownership and operations.

    Office number: (256) 715-6688

    Cell number: (256) 323-2608

    Email: sherry@leelandventures.com

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    Hunter Lee - Project Manager of Construction & Development

    Hunter Lee graduated from the University of Alabama in Huntsville with a BS in information Systems and Supply Chain Management. He has spent the last 8 years in the aerospace and defense industry in finance. Now working for Leeland Ventures as a project manager in construction and development, his skills and leadership in managing people, processes and profits make him a valuable resource to the team.

    Office number: (256) 715-9459

    Cell number: (256) 565-4134

    Email: hunter@leelandventures.com

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    Melanie Smith - Accountant

    Melanie graduated from Athens State University with a BBA in Accounting. She brings over 25 years of Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Office Management experience and is responsible for the Accounting and financial reports for Leeland Ventures.

    Phone Number: (256) 715-9459

    Email: accountant@leelandventures.com

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    Erica Arnett -Marketing Manager & Assistant Property Manager

    Erica graduated from The University of Alabama in Huntsville with a BA in psychology and sociology. She is a dynamic and creative professional who is responsible for graphic design and marketing for Leeland Ventures.

    Phone Number: (256) 701-8917

    Email: erica@leelandventures.com

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    Kris Smith - Assistant Property Manager

    Kris holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Seattle Pacific University and brings over 35 years of accounting experience to her role. In addition, she has more than 15 years of experience in property management. As part of the Leeland Properties team, Kris is responsible for the day-to-day operations, management, and maintenance of several commercial properties, ensuring they are run efficiently and maintained to the highest standard

    Phone Number: (256) 715-6688

    Email: pm@leelandventures.com