Walton Denton

Co-founder & Principal at Tessera Development

Walton Denton is a seasoned professional in commercial real estate and technology-driven ventures, currently serving as Co-Founder and Principal at Tessera Development, LLC since 2016, a firm focused on strategically expanding property footprints for growing companies. Denton has notable experience as Chief Business Development Officer at SwitchPoint Ventures from 2018 to 2025, where efforts revolved around leveraging AI and data to drive innovation across industries. Participation as a Founding Board Member for several AI-driven healthcare solutions, including Winnow and Polaris Health, highlights a commitment to advancing healthcare efficiency and quality. Prior roles in investment banking, law, and private equity have provided a robust foundation, with educational credentials from prestigious institutions such as Columbia Business School, The University of Law, and the University of Cambridge.

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Tessera Development

Tessera Development is a boutique, commercial real estate development firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating across the Southeast. We invest our own capital alongside growing companies, strategically building their property footprint. We specialize in build-to-suit construction projects, working across sectors and industries. Our services include: property origination, architectural design, lease structuring, construction management, and landlord-tenant servicing. Tessera’s principals are highly experienced in engineering, construction, law, finance, and operations. As such, we bring a multi-faceted approach to our transactions. We understand our clients’ needs and expectations, and pride ourselves on being a responsive, reliable partner.


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