Portfolio
Ventures
Companies, platforms, and projects built to serve underserved markets.
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Portal Home Hub
activeThe Zillow of the Global South
Multi-tenant real estate technology infrastructure designed to power property marketplaces across the Caribbean, Africa, and Latin America. Built from scratch by a self-taught developer using AI tools.
Guyana Home Hub
activeThe premier digital real estate platform for Guyana
Flagship deployment of Portal Home Hub. A Zillow-style listing platform designed specifically for the Guyanese market and its global diaspora — the first of its kind in the country.
PivotPoint AI
activeAI consulting for emerging markets
AI strategy and implementation consulting for SMEs in emerging markets. Co-founded with Rochelle Pydana Buckner. Making AI adoption accessible and actionable for entrepreneurs worldwide.
STL Property Brothers
activeConstruction and property transformation in St. Louis
Construction, storm damage restoration, and full property renovation across St. Louis, Missouri. Built on repeat relationships and hands-on craft developed over three decades.
American Property Brothers LLC
activeReal estate investment and management
Series LLC for residential real estate investment, contract-for-deed sales, and rental property management across multiple markets.
Odori
activeProfessional networking for the global dance industry
The professional networking platform connecting dancers, studios, and teachers worldwide. Co-founded with daughter Kira Buckner. Building infrastructure for a community that has never had it.
Legacy
Pydana Collection
legacyHair care built from lived experience
Consumer hair care brand co-founded with Rochelle Pydana Buckner. Built and operated through the Atlanta years before pausing during the family's relocation to South Africa.
American Glass Block
legacyFrom insult to nearly a million dollars
Detroit-based glass block supply and installation company built after a supplier raised prices unfairly. Grew to nearly $1 million in annual revenue. Sponsored the Glass Block Shot of the Game at the Palace of Auburn Hills during the Pistons championship era.