Cooper Williams

Cooper is President of Essex, the largest privately-owned commercial mortgage banking firm in Colorado.  Cooper’s primary responsibilities for the company include sourcing new debt and equity opportunities, building borrower and lender relationships, and helping with the day-to-day management and strategic vision of the firm.  Cooper has 15 years of experience in commercial mortgage banking and has originated over $2.5 billion in debt and equity for commercial real estate assets.

Prior to joining Essex, Cooper worked in various project management positions for K. Hovnanian Homes in Southern California where he was responsible for managing the development, construction, marketing, and sales process for several residential communities in San Diego, CA and Bakersfield, CA.  Cooper holds an MBA from the University of Colorado and an undergraduate degree in business administration and real estate finance from the University of Southern California.  Cooper serves on the International Advisory Board for the CU Real Estate Center and the Board of Directors for NAIOP Colorado.