Gary Odum

Gary Odum is a commercial real estate visionary, Air Force veteran, and impact-driven investor whose work sits at the intersection of institutional capital, disciplined execution, and community transformation. As Founder and CEO of BG LionStar Group, Gary specializes in structuring institutional-grade real estate investments that deliver strong, risk-adjusted returns while revitalizing underserved and veteran communities. His leadership reflects a rare balance of financial rigor and mission-aligned purpose - an approach increasingly demanded by modern investors.

With nearly two decades of experience across asset management, construction oversight, capital formation, and large-scale project sourcing, Gary has led and advised on real estate initiatives exceeding $200 million in value. He is known for identifying undervalued opportunities, engineering scalable investment strategies, and assembling high-performance partnerships that unlock long-term value for limited partners and stakeholders alike. His national investor network and deep understanding of institutional expectations enable him to align vision, capital, and execution with precision.

Gary holds a Master's degree in Real Estate from Georgetown University and brings a background of disciplined leadership shaped by his service as a U.S. Air Force war veteran. Beyond his investment work, he has served as a White House liaison to President George W. Bush and foreign dignitaries and continues his commitment to service through board roles supporting Andrews Air Force Base Fisher House and Georgetown Student Veterans. At HARRIS | ALLISON, Gary advises on institutional real estate strategy, impact investing, and capital formation - bringing clarity, credibility, and conviction to complex, high-stakes decisions.