Full Name
Stephen Wendell
Job Title
Co-Founder & CEO
Company
Mountain Shore Properties
Speaker Bio
Stephen Wendell is a passionate developer with a commitment to the authenticity and community of every project. He has an acute understanding of how every property speaks to people in different ways. Bridging the history of a location with the community’s needs for the future lies at the heart of each development. In 2023, Mountain Shore debuted Camptown in New York’s Hudson Valley and Hotel Genevieve in Louisville, Kentucky.

Prior to building out the boutique hotel and mixed-use development arms of the firm, Stephen was pivotal in forging MSP’s relationship with Hyatt. This led to the development of four Hyatt branded hotels since 2015 and MSP received the North American Developer of the Year Award from Hyatt in 2019.

Stephen worked as junior legal counsel at the Philadelphia Eagles before joining MSP and as an associate in the capital markets group of the New York office of Proskauer Rose LLP. Stephen holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics with a Certificate in Finance from Princeton University, where he graduated with honors in 2006. In 2010, Stephen obtained his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law.

About Mountain Shore Properties

Mountain Shore Properties is a national real estate development company founded by Charles Wendell, Stephen Wendell and Ryan Reich with a proven track record of successful commercial and residential projects. Since its inception in 1983, the company has been defined by its deep experience, extensive knowledge of local markets, and an unwavering commitment to quality. With over $400 million in project value, the firm has developed in more than 25 cities, including 28 hotels. Its diverse portfolio spans hospitality, office, multifamily, and more, reflecting a patient and diligent approach to development. The company strategically pursues opportunities in resilient, high-growth markets, targeting sub-markets of established cities. Mountain Shore Properties has earned numerous accolades, including Hyatt House Hotel of the Year, Developer of the Year by Hyatt, and Marriott Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Designations. For more information, visit Mountain Shore Properties.
Stephen Wendell