Welcome.
My name is Jon Birdsong and I enjoy writing.
I'm born and raised in Atlanta.
In 2016 a German development group came to Atlanta and began purchasing 10 city blocks, 16 acres, and 50+ historic buildings in downtown Atlanta. In March of 2023, due to unlucky timing with Covid, rising interest rates, and the war in Ukraine, the German development group walked off the property.
On October 19th, 2023, David Cummings texted me and a few other entrepreneurial friends, "What would be do with 10 city blocks, 16 acres, and 50+ historic buildings?"
We toured the next week. 75 days later, we had the entire portfolio free and clear. Since January 2nd, 2024, the talented team in South Downtown has dedicated their careers to revitalizing the founding neighborhood of Atlanta.
In addition to this blog, here is where I spend my time:
Revitalize at South Downtown.
Build at Atlanta Ventures.
Write at Jon Birdsong.com.
Thank you for reading,
Jon Birdsong