Dennis Townsend - Chairman

Dennis founded Townsend Capital, LLC in 1975, after beginning his investment career at Thomson McKinnon Securities, Inc., where he was one of the pioneers in the newly-emerging field of tax-advantaged investments. Because of his tax expertise, he frequently advised tax attorneys and accountants on the analysis and structuring of these partnerships. Relying on his ability to understand the market, Dennis has guided Townsend Capital as it evolved from a registered securities broker dealer and investment advisory firm to a company that invests primarily for its own account. From purchasing empty buildings in Texas, to long-term net leases to credit tenants, to sale-leaseback transactions, to build-to-suit developments, to building laboratory research facilities for major universities, he has established lasting relationships with such clients as AT&T, Lucent Technologies, Tyco and the University of Pennsylvania.

Dennis attended Johns Hopkins University and was a member of the staff that coached the lacrosse team to five NCAA championships. An avid golfer, Dennis is also the founder of Hamilton Farm Golf Club in Gladstone, New Jersey.