Brandon Jones Davidson

CEO of Davidson Homes

Brandon Jones Davidson is a hands-on executive known for building successful homebuilding organizations and leading high-performing teams. As Chief Executive Officer of Davidson Homes, he has focused on driving the company toward its full potential through discipline, teamwork, and operational excellence. Under his leadership, the company has expanded into new markets, strengthened its presence in existing ones, and become recognized for linking strong performance with strong people.

Throughout his career, he has taken on demanding challenges within the homebuilding industry and consistently delivered measurable outcomes. Having earned a reputation as a turnaround specialist, he applies that same focus and structure as CEO of Davidson Homes, guiding the company through record-setting growth and nationwide expansion.

Strategic Growth and Operational Leadership

When he assumed the CEO position, the company was already growing. He recognized, however, an opportunity to build a scalable, process-based model that could support continued success. He began by improving operations in established divisions, implementing data-driven decision-making, and setting transparent accountability measures. This approach led to over 1,500 closings in 2024, up from 1,166 in 2023, securing the company’s #46 ranking on the Builder 100 list in 2025.

Brandon's expansion strategy balances disciplined acquisitions with organic growth. The acquisitions of Kindred Homes’ assets in San Antonio (2023), New Leaf Homes in San Antonio (2024), and Evermore Homes (2025) strengthened Davidson Homes’ presence in Texas, Alabama, and Georgia, while opening new opportunities in Arizona. Each acquisition followed a consistent playbook—evaluate talent, align processes, and build on existing success.

Track Record of Turnaround Success

Before Brandon Jones joined Davidson Homes, he developed a strong record of turning unprofitable divisions into high-performing businesses. Early in his career as a division president in Michigan, he inherited a division burdened with an $85 million loss. Within four years, he grew annual revenue from around $200K to over $700K. He improved margins from below 10 percent to over 23 percent, transforming the division into a $160 million profit center.

Brandon replicated similar success in other regions. He increased margins by 600 basis points in Chicago and doubled profitability within nine months. He turned an $8 million loss into a $121 million profit in Georgia within two years. His approach focuses on identifying key performance drivers, simplifying objectives, and coaching teams to sustain long-term results.

Building Scale and Systems at a National Level

Before taking on his current role, he oversaw field operations for one of the nation’s largest public homebuilders. Managing a $13 billion portfolio, he led nearly 29,000 home closings annually and directed a workforce of over 4,000 employees. His oversight included construction, sales, land acquisition, procurement, and customer experience.

He led national planning cycles, expanded markets in the Southeast, and developed division strategy templates to standardize performance. He also introduced operational dashboards that connected local performance directly to executive-level reporting. Through this work, he learned to maintain consistency across 300+ communities while allowing each market to adapt to local needs.

Innovation That Simplifies the Buyer Experience

Brandon views technology as a practical tool to streamline the homebuying process. While leading customer experience initiatives, he launched a fully digital homebuying platform that allowed customers to choose floor plans, customize options, sign contracts, and make deposits online—without visiting a sales office. CNBC recognized this innovation in June 2021.

Brandon also established a Customer Experience Innovation team to test and refine new technologies to lower cancellation rates and improve customer satisfaction. His philosophy is straightforward: every improvement should save time, enhance clarity, or strengthen the relationship between buyer and builder.

Leadership Development and Culture

His leadership at Davidson Homes is centered on people. He believes that strong results come from developing capable leaders who motivate and guide their teams. He identifies potential early, provides clear expectations, and gives direct feedback. Many of those he has mentored now serve in senior leadership roles across the homebuilding industry.

His commitment to people and culture helped Davidson Homes achieve Great Place to Work certification for two consecutive years. In 2025, 90% of employees said it was a great workplace, reflecting the company’s positive and engaged environment. He views culture as a business asset—engaged teams communicate better, consistently perform, and deliver greater value to homeowners.

A Repeatable Playbook for Performance

His formula for growth and operational improvement is based on five key principles:

Diagnose precisely: Identify the few critical issues limiting profitability.

Set clear targets: Define measurable goals that align teams.

Make everything repeatable: Use consistent systems, reports, and processes.

Reduce decision fatigue: Offer streamlined product choices to simplify customer decisions.

Align teams: Encourage unity and shared accountability across all departments.

Recognition and Influence

Brandon's leadership approach has guided Davidson Homes to sustained success. The company’s rise on the Builder 100 list, effective acquisitions, and strong employee engagement demonstrate the impact of his methods. He also collaborates with other executives on operational excellence, acquisition management, and leadership development—emphasizing focus, consistency, and teamwork as key to lasting results.

A Leader Focused on Measurable Progress

Boards and investors value his ability to combine vision with disciplined execution. He balances a public builder's structure with a private company's flexibility, maintaining transparency, data-driven decision-making, and steady performance.

Those seeking sustainable improvement and long-term growth often look to Brandon Jones Davidson as a leader who combines accountability, clarity, and people-first values to continue shaping the future of Davidson Homes.