Woodard Development

Flagel Huber Flagel and Woodard Development Strengthening the Foundation for What's Next

BACKGROUND

When Jason Woodard founded Woodard Development in 2012, he brought more than a vision for commercial development and construction – he brought years of industry experience and a commitment to creating long-term value for clients and partners. What began as a one-person operation quickly gained momentum. Within just a few years, the company grew to more than 40 employees and expanded its leadership team with two additional partners, all of whom had successfully worked together in previous ventures.

That rapid growth created new opportunities, but it also brought increasing financial complexity. As projects expanded in size and sophistication, Woodard Development needed an advisory partner who could do more than prepare tax returns. They needed a team that could understand their business, anticipate challenges, and help position the company for continued success.

BUILDING MORE THAN PROJECTS

The foundation of Woodard Development has always been relationships. Whether revitalizing commercial properties, managing complex construction projects, or helping clients bring new developments to life, the company takes a long-term view of every opportunity.

That same philosophy guided their search for a new accounting and advisory partner.

Jason Woodard recalls wanting a firm that would be engaged and proactive rather than reactive. Previous advisory relationships often felt transactional, with limited communication and little strategic insight. As the business continued to grow, the company needed guidance on tax planning, project structuring, financial reporting, and specialized services such as a historic tax credit cost certification.

The challenge wasn’t simply finding technical expertise—it was finding a partner invested in helping the business grow.

SOLUTION

Flagel Huber Flagel approached the relationship differently from the start.

Rather than focusing solely on compliance requirements, the FHF team invested time learning how Woodard Development operates, understanding its growth goals, and identifying ways to provide value beyond traditional accounting services.

Today, FHF supports Woodard Development through:

-Tax return preparation and compliance

-Financial statement reviews for operating companies

-Strategic tax planning and project structuring

-Ongoing business advisory support

Jason Woodard shares:

“From early on, they did a great job listening and understanding what we do and how they can best support us. The proactive communication and willingness to stay ahead of what’s coming next has made a big difference.”

As the company expanded, that proactive approach provided leadership with greater clarity and confidence when making important business decisions. FHF’s involvement helped align tax strategy with growth objectives while ensuring the company was prepared to navigate increasingly complex projects.