Meet our founder
Joseph Leyva
Developer/Founder
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Joseph Leyva is the Founder of Ground Up Development. Joseph heads the firms development and construction efforts including site selection and procurement, pre-development and financing.
Throughout his career, Joseph has been involved in real estate development. Before transitioning to a developer/builder role, he specialized in securing capital for real estate projects.
As a first-generation immigrant, Joseph grew up in challenging neighborhoods, instilling in him a drive to succeed. He has since fostered relationships across the Southwest, always with the aim of assisting others in achieving the American Dream.
About Us
20 Years and Counting
GUPDEV is committed to affordable housing and working to find solutions both in the development and capital markets. It is our core belief that “creating growth and opportunity while preserving our heritage and tradition as a community” is a balancing act that cannot forget about those who have been the backbone of our neighborhoods.