Our Team
Kevin Vaughan is the owner and founder of Township Development Services. As both a licensed professional engineer and licensed real estate broker, Vaughan has a unique perspective on both the development process and the value proposition in today’s marketplace.
With degree in Electrical Engineering, Kevin has not been defined by his formal education. From his early experience managing environmental remediation projects at high profile locations including The White House, Kevin eventually became a published author and guest lecturer on environmental issues impacting real estate. After becoming a principal at three separate architectural engineering firms in the Mid-South, Kevin founded Township Development in 2006. Public service and public policy have also been areas of interest and expertise. Kevin served as vice-chairman of the Collierville Municipal School Board from its’ inception, until his election into the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2017. Understanding and shaping public policy allows Vaughan to work hand-in-hand with local elected leaders to understand the public implications surrounding development projects.
Johnna Vaughan is an affiliate broker with Township Development Services.
Johnna Vaughan accepted the challenges of being a stay at home mom once she began raising her family. Once the family nest was emptied, she rejoined the workforce as an affiliate broker at Township Realty Services. Her persistence, work ethic, and eye for style and detail have served her clients well. She has lived in Collierville for over 40 years and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Memphis State University.
Grayson Vaughan is a development consultant and affiliate broker with Township Development Services.
After graduating from Mississippi State with a Finance degree, Grayson went to work for Helena Agri-Enterprises as an auditor for several years before joining the Township Development team. This taught him the value of interpersonal skills when dealing with clients, local municipalities, and the general public. Since joining Township, Grayson has overseen projects in Collierville, Arlington, and Tipton County ranging from single structure site modifications to large multi-use Planned Developments.
Jimmy Van de Vuurst is an affiliate broker with Township Development Services.
Prior to joining Township Development, Jimmy was a successful entrepreneur in the technology industry. He brings unique business management and technology expertise to all real estate transactions. A dedicated husband and father, Jimmy has lived and worked in the Memphis area for over 40 years, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Memphis State University.
Frank Uhlhorn is an affiliate broker with Township Development Services.
Frank is a lifelong Memphian and graduated from Christian Brothers High School in 1970. Uhlhorn majored in political science and graduated from the University of Memphis in 1974. He has worked all his life as a home builder and is owner of Frank Uhlhorn Construction Company. Frank has been active in his community government for many years, and he currently serves on the Germantown Board of Zoning Appeals. He served as an alderman for the City of Germantown for 14 years, as well as on many Germantown City commissions including City Beautification, Personnel Advisory, Environmental, Animal Control, Planning and Design Review and the Historic commission. Frank has also served for two terms on the board of directors for the Memphis Area Home Builders Association and has been a long-time board member of the Germantown Chamber of Commerce.
Grace Uhlhorn is a broker with Township Development Services.
Grace graduated from the University of Memphis (when it was Memphis State) with a BBA in Accounting. She went to work for the University, initially in Accounting and Internal Auditing, earned her CPA certificate, then worked as the Business Manager in the University Bookstore. After eight successful years, she left the University and began a career selling office equipment. Meanwhile she married Frank Uhlhorn, a builder, who convinced her that getting her real estate license was a good idea.
As a member of the Memphis Area Association of REALTORS, Grace took numerous courses to further her education, earned several more certifications (Certified Residential Specialist, Senior Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer Rep among others) and served on several committees at the association. Then in 2019 she was elected to a two year term on the Board of Directors of MAAR. She additionally achieved membership in the Multi Million Dollar Club as a lifetime member.
While not much a runner any longer, Grace has completed numerous marathons, half marathons, and triathlons. Now her recreational passion is Pickleball - still learning!