Todd Garris has spent over three decades turning entrepreneurial vision into reality, building businesses that thrive and grow in competitive markets. From founding his first company out of a dorm room at Michigan State University to leading multi-million-dollar ventures across diverse industries, Todd’s career has been defined by one core principle: if he’s not building people and businesses, he’s not living up to his potential.In 1994, he founded Walltek Companies, where he quickly grew the business from $0 to $28 million in just 10 years. Specializing in post-tension concrete systems and engineered retaining walls, Todd forged partnerships with multi-billion-dollar development groups to tackle large-scale military housing projects. His leadership and early success earned him a spot as the youngest board member ever elected to the Construction Association of Michigan and a place in Hour Magazine’s “Top 30 under 30.”Todd's entrepreneurial ventures extend far beyond construction. As the founder and managing member of Iron Partners Development, LLC, he raised over $25 million in capital to invest in various real estate markets, from single-family homes to multi-family developments and commercial spaces. His keen ability to identify opportunities and grow a diverse portfolio of assets has made him a sought-after partner in the real estate investment world.Todd lives by the philosophy that "iron sharpens iron"—he believes that real growth happens when strong partners come together, challenge each other, and build something greater than the sum of their parts. This mindset has driven his success across multiple industries, from founding Southern Tactical Enterprise, a tactical retail/wholesale business he scaled into a million-dollar operation, to leading Motor City Granite & Cabinets, a high-end supplier of luxury granite and cabinetry.Through The Dragon Foundation, his non-profit focused on youth development, Todd continues to apply his passion for building and nurturing talent.Now, Todd is looking to form strategic partnerships with larger companies, bringing his deep experience in scaling businesses and driving long-term value. Those who partner with Todd can expect not only a proven track record but a collaborative approach where growth and innovation are always top of mind. After all, as Todd says, “Iron sharpens iron”.