MISSION

Jeff Knake, our Lead Investment Officer, is a seasoned veteran with over two decades of experience in real estate. Jeff’s unique blend of hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge lead to the creation of a personal multifamily portfolio worth millions.

Jeff specializes in the revitalization of historic multifamily properties, successfully repurposing $80 million in commercial real estate demonstrating proficiency, creativity and a keen eye for market cycles. Jeff combines his vast experience and in-depth market understanding to guide investment strategy, conduct market analysis, manage acquisitions, and oversee asset operations.

Jeff earned a Bachelor of Science from Drake University and a Master’s in Entrepreneurial Real Estate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2013

With over a decade of experience in public accounting, Andrew, a licensed CPA,  acted as lead counsel to multiple real estate ventures, expertly guiding them through the acquisition, retention, and sale of over $100M in property. He was the primary tax advisor assisting multiple private equity groups in $250M of deployed capital.

Andrew's expertise extends to High Net Worth individuals, equipping him with the insight to aid investors in skillfully managing their unique, tax situations. This tax-centric approach ensures that Waymark structures each deal to maximize upfront tax benefits, and deliver long-term value adds for our investors.

Andrew earned a Bachelor of Science in both Finance and Accounting from George Mason University and a Master’s in Business Taxation from the University of Southern California.  

With over 15 years of C-suite experience working with Fortune 500 companies, Jake is the managing principal and co-founder of Waymark Capital Partners, as well as the founder of a multi-million-dollar creative services agency launched in 2011.

At Waymark, Jake leads underwriting, risk assessment, and operations; focusing on investments, deal structuring, and driving long-term growth for investors. He leverages his business acumen to navigate complex markets and execute strategies that maximize risk-adjusted returns for investors.

Jake holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Mount St. Mary’s University, a Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Investments from Harvard, and is currently completing a Master’s in Finance at Harvard.

Dr Larry Burchett MD is both physician and investor, pursuing lifelong goals of financial freedom and serving those most in need.   From Kansas City, he went to Notre Dame for undergrad and KU Med for medical school, where he bought his first house, and the dreams of Waymark were planted, with Jeff one of his first roommates.  

Actively practicing medicine in small town California emergency rooms, he’s been able to serve in Haiti, Africa and Alaska, while also building a real estate portfolio across KC, MO and California.  He believes in using what he’s been given to make a difference, and looks forward to doing so as a part of Waymark Capital.