At RP Communities, our pillars are simple: do the right thing, put people first, and create places where life feels connected. We build with care and authenticity, making every step of the homeowner journey thoughtful and supportive. Above all, we believe community is the heart of happy living, and that’s what inspires us every day.
With deep roots in the building industry, Gabe Thomas brings a lifetime of experience and a forward-thinking mindset to residential development. He grew up on construction sites with his father’s company, where he developed an early appreciation for how homes and communities shape lives. That early exposure laid the groundwork for his passion for building with purpose.
As CEO of RP Communities, Gabe is focused on creating well-designed, attainable neighborhoods that reflect long-term vision and intentional planning. Known for his thoughtful approach and strong leadership, Gabe has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality communities that align with both homeowner needs and city goals.
Before launching RP Communities, Gabe was Co-owner of Collier Construction, where he played a key role in the company’s growth and in pioneering several innovative developments throughout the Chattanooga area.
Gabe holds a B.S. in Business from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and an M.B.A. from Tennessee Tech University. He is actively involved in both industry and civic leadership. He serves as Vice President of the Executive Board of the Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga (HBAGC), is a past President of the HBAGC, and currently sits on the Board of Trustees for The Bright School. He also serves on the Board of Advisors for the UTC College of Business.
Gabe resides in Chattanooga with his wife, Ginger, and their two daughters, Harper and Izzy. His work continues to reflect his belief that development should enhance both individual lives and the greater community.
Trey is responsible for running all facets of the business, from land acquisition to construction. Trey’s entrepreneurial roots run deep, learning the value of hard work and bold vision through his grandfather’s successful dairy farm and his father’s subsequent drive-thru concept, Golden Gallon.
Trey cut his teeth working for the well-known convenience store shortly after graduating from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. Performing cost analyses and studying traffic patterns to determine new locations laid the foundation of his career as a developer.
His foray into the field began in 2003 when he joined The Big Canoe Company, an upscale mountain community located just an hour north of Atlanta. As vice president of development Trey oversaw expansion of the highly sought-after community. Working from concept to completion he partnered with civil engineers for land design and layout, managed the construction process, developed new site plans, and navigated all details in infrastructure including roads and sewer.
Since leaving Big Canoe, Trey has played a role in the development of communities and the construction of homes in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee – totaling more than 1,000 homes.
From the beginning, the Chattanooga native has remained focused on building developments and homes with quality, integrity, and sustainability – promoting community involvement and green spaces. While he enjoys being involved on every level, he ultimately recognizes his most important role is to create a climate where others can realize their own vision and accomplish goals.
Trey is an avid UT fan and outdoorsman, enjoying upland bird hunting, bicycling, and fishing. He lives on Lookout Mountain with his wife, Jane Brooks, and their two children, Raymond and Morgan.
Robert Johnston’s extensive background in real estate began in 2012. Since then, Mr. Johnston has acquired several entities which operate and develop single, multifamily, and retail real estate throughout the Southeast. Mr. Johnston is also the Chairman of the Board of Metal Tek International, Inc., a leading supplier of alloy components for high temperature, wear and corrosion environments. He serves on the Board of the Johnston Southern Company, his family’s controlling entity. He served on the Board of the Krystal Company for six years before it was sold in 2012, as well as on the Board of CapitalMark Bank, now known as Pinnacle Financial.
Jeremy came to RP Homes from a large, regional financial institution bringing over 16 years of management and commercial banking experience. There he oversaw a portfolio of complex middle-market commercial clients. He was also responsible for the analysis, structuring and negotiation of all credit products as well as the execution of depository and treasury services.
Jeremy graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga earning a Bachelor of Science degree in both Finance and Accounting. He is a 2016 graduate of Leadership Chattanooga and is a licensed Certified Treasury Professional.
An active member of the Chattanooga community, he is involved with various nonprofit and community organizations. Jeremy is an avid sports fan who enjoys golf and cheering on the Vols and Braves. He lives in Chattanooga with his wife and two children.
Austen Young planned on teaching high school history after college but decided to explore other career opportunities before fully jumping into education. Austen’s first job out of college was with a cabinetry company, which led him to his next job with a homebuilder as a warranty technician. From there, Austen worked with two other home builders in various roles before joining the team at RP as a purchasing agent.
“I had worked for other builders in more of an on-site capacity, and I decided I wanted a change of pace,” Austen says. “RP was hiring for a purchasing agent position, which I had previous experience in. I discussed the opportunity with a few employees I already knew, and I figured it would be a good fit. I was right. RP has been a great place to work, and our preconstruction team, specifically, is always looking for ways to improve and grow. There are new and exciting things coming up frequently here at RP, but I am particularly looking forward to our growing presence in the Knoxville market.”
When he’s not working, Austen enjoys hunting, spending time with his family, pickup basketball, and cutting his grass.
Brittney Lee is originally from New Hampshire and has a background in special education. Today, she uses her experience in education to help educate customers as she guides them through the homebuilding process.
“I have always been passionate about working with people, and the homebuilding industry has always been very interesting to me,” Brittney says. “Currently, I am our Director of Customer Experience, and I am excited to see the change and impact I can bring to a homeowner's overall experience. Building a home is a very exciting time and can be stressful, but I aim to be there for our buyers and put their minds at ease.”
Outside of work, you can find Brittney working out at Orange Theory, traveling with her husband, cuddling with her two cats Cleo and Phil, reading all the books, baking sourdough bread, and listening to podcasts. Brittney also loves to be outdoors.
Bryan has well over two decades of experience in the construction industry and management.
As a Partner and Project Accountant for RP Communities, Bryan is in charge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for individual and corporate projects. While Bryan spends most of his time behind the scenes, he’s an integral part of our homebuilding process. He’s the guy that generates material takeoffs for houses, provides the construction team, trade contractors, and vendors with the selections and quantities needed to complete the job, and communicates with trade contractors and vendors to ensure pricing consistency and accuracy.
Bryan is a lifelong Chattanoogan and resides here with his family. He’s a big fan of the area’s outdoor amenities and enjoys biking and fishing.
Conry Miler brings extensive real estate experience, including investment sales, lending, and build-to-rent (BTR) development, to RP. Prior to joining our team, Conry’s career accomplishments included everything from underwriting 80+ multifamily deals worth $865M in total volume to more than doubling the New Jersey-based debt fund's loan book, among others.
“By joining the team at RP, I saw an opportunity to work for great leadership within a product type that I believe in wholeheartedly,” Conry says. “We are in the midst of a housing crisis and historic undersupply, especially in the Southeastern United States. RP Communities aims to curb that issue, primarily in the attainable pricing range, where homebuyers feel the brunt of that unaffordability the most. I felt I could come in and immediately contribute to the finance team by adding a fresh perspective, as I come from an adjacent but different space in the housing industry.”
When he’s not working, Conry enjoys traveling and cooking with his wife Ivy, hanging with his dog Bear, and cheering on the Vols.
After graduating from Liberty University, where she also swam on the D1 swimming and diving team, Dana began her professional career with the federal government, working in a variety of support and administrative roles all over the country, from California to Washington, D.C. In 2020, Dana decided to relocate to Chattanooga to be closer to family and make this area home.
“I was looking for a company where I could grow professionally while also feeling like I made a difference,” Dana says. “I am so excited to be a part of RP because the more we grow, the more opportunities there are within the company. I have been able to work directly with every department as my role(s) have changed over the years. It's forced me to grow professionally in ways that would never be possible at other companies.”
When she’s not in the office, Dana spends most of her free time white water kayaking, hanging out with her boyfriend, and thinking of new projects to do around the house.
Education: Liberty University, BS
Dustin Douglass brings decades of experience in the building industry and previously served as Co-Owner of Collier Construction.
At RP Communities, Dustin oversees daily home construction operations, ensuring every home is built to the highest standards.
Originally from Lakeland, Florida, Dustin moved to Chattanooga to attend Covenant College, where he met his wife. Today, they’ve made Chattanooga home, raising their four children here.
He holds a B.A. in Business Management from the University of South Florida.
Before becoming a licensed Realtor, Jill Adkins worked as a property manager in the leasing community, which gave her a solid foundation in client service and property operations. She earned her real estate license during the pandemic and joined RP Communities as a closing coordinator. Although Jill says she was initially intimidated by managing contracts and deadlines, she says those have become some of her favorite aspects of her current role.
“I came to RP Communities ready for a new challenge and found a team that helped me grow both professionally and personally,” Jill says. “I'm most excited about how confident and capable I’ve become in a role that once felt overwhelming. I take pride in being a part of a team that supports homeownership and makes the process smoother for every client.”
In her spare time, Jill loves planting flowers, singing, spending quality time with her husband and two sons, and tuning in to true crime podcasts. She also enjoys leading worship on Sundays at her church.
Community involvement: Member, Tennessee Real Estate Commission; Member, Georgia Real Estate Commission; Member, National Association of Realtors; Board Member, TREC Consumer Education and Scholarship Committee
After earning a degree in Kinesiology, Katie Blasingim spent many years working in sales. Realizing this wasn’t the career path she wanted to continue pursuing, Katie took a pause to refocus her goals.
“I was unhappy with my previous career in sales, and desired something better for myself,” Katie says. “I ended up leaving my sales job and temporarily working for a restaurant in the summer of 2023 before planning to move to Knoxville. While working at the restaurant, I was able to meet so many new people — as luck would have it, one of those individuals was working with RP at the time and let me know about the available position opening up in Knoxville. When I found my job at RP, I truly felt the position was made for me!”
When she’s not working, Katie enjoys spending time with her wife and two golden doodles. Katie loves traveling, trying new restaurants, going to the lake, interior design, and reading.
Kristen Franks is an Auburn, Alabama, native who relocated to Tennessee in 2023. When she joined the team at RP, Kristen was still enrolled in full-time college courses online, so she says that in many ways, this role has truly been the starting point of her professional journey.
"I’ve grown a lot in my position as a Warranty Coordinator and look forward to learning more every day as new challenges arise!" Kristen says. "When I was interviewing for this role, construction was a new area for me. But after meeting the team, I knew this would be an area I could thrive in. I am looking forward to seeing the company grow and expand into new areas!"
When she's not at work, Kristen enjoys taking her dog, Oakley, on new adventures, cooking, and spending time with family.
Prior to joining the team at RP, Kristen Robbs gained experience in a wide range of design roles, including commercial, residential, and flooring industry design.
“This industry is constantly evolving, and I want to be at the forefront of creative solutions,” Kristen says. “Whether it’s finding new ways to do things or pioneering a completely new approach, I thrive in an environment where I can experiment and bring new ideas to life. I want to continue to find new ways to give our buyers beautiful homes and carefully crafted communities at an affordable price.”
Outside of work, Kristen enjoys camping and fishing with her husband and boys. She also loves painting, jewelry-making, cooking, rehabbing furniture, and home renovation projects.
Education: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, BS, Interior Design
Marie Lane has been in the accounting field since 2016 and started working in commercial construction accounting in 2020. Her background includes project accounting and construction accounting analysis.
“I started my career at RP in September of 2024 as the Controller,” Marie says. “I am very excited to be a part of such a hard-working team dedicated to success. I look forward to utilizing my construction accounting background to further develop the accounting and finance department.”
Outside of work, Marie enjoys spending time with her husband and their two girls. In addition to involvement in their church and serving the community, Marie’s family enjoys sports, board games, and traveling.
Education: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, BS, Psychology; Liberty University, MAcc
Megan Barclift received her associate’s degree in accounting in 2019. Immediately after graduating, she became a Certified Bookkeeper.
“RP had a Bookkeeping position open in 2021, and after reading the description and meeting the team, I knew it would be the right fit for me,” Megan says. “I'm excited to continue to grow with RP and tackle the challenges that come along with that growth!”
When she’s not working, you can find Megan running, hiking, and camping with her husband, Keith, and Great Dane, Kado. Megan also enjoys going to music festivals and concerts, playing pool, beating her friends at poker, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs.
Education: University of Mississippi - undergraduate coursework for three years; Chattanooga State Community College - Associates in Accounting
Community involvement: Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce
Taylor Mosley’s career journey spans logistics, finance, and now, her role as Executive Assistant to the CEO here at RP. Taylor oversees projects, coordinates teams, and ensures smooth operations to support our mission of building communities people are proud to call home.
“I joined RP Communities because I wanted to be part of something meaningful in community development,” Taylor says. “Right now, I'm excited to work with a team focused on creating places people love to call home, and to manage projects that make this vision a reality.”
When she’s not at work, Taylor loves spending time with her family and dogs, exploring new restaurants, and diving into a good book whenever she can.
Education: Georgia Southern University, Bachelor of Business Administration and Management
Tyler Gregg graduated with a degree in Construction Management from Sam Houston State University and started his career at a construction firm in Texas, where he had the opportunity to work on the Texas A&M Kyle Field Redevelopment project. From there, Tyler expanded his knowledge by working on both mid-level production homes and high-end custom homes. Eventually, Tyler transitioned into a Purchasing Manager role with a company that specialized in both production and custom homes.
“My previous roles have allowed me to deepen my understanding of the construction process from multiple perspectives, and I’m excited to continue leveraging my experience of over a decade in the industry to contribute to successful projects at RP!” Tyler says. “RP homes was expanding in an area that I thought would be a great place for my family to live and grow. I am most excited about building up this new division and being a critical part of that process.”
When he’s not working, you can find Tyler and his family enjoying the great outdoors.
