Steven Smiley

Born and raised in the coastal town of Wilmington, North Carolina, Steven is a cheerful soul with a deep love for his family of six, including his wife Chelsea and their four kiddos—Zan, Levi, Tate, and Coco. He has a passion for bringing new ideas to life- whether in land partnerships, developments or walking alongside land owners on the edge of a new horizon- working for the Win/Win is one of the things that gets Steven up in the morning with excitement. When he is not busy brainstorming about the next land project, you can find him catching waves at Wrightsville Beach with his kids, challenging himself in the gym, or tending to his honey bees with his wife in their garden. Steven is not just a land enthusiast but also a true believer that God made every person with purpose and value and has a special plan for them. This belief guides him with a grateful heart to be able to connect with each person God puts in his path.

Bryant Ligon

Passionate about his faith, family, and the outdoors, Bryant grew up in Wake Forest, North Carolina before moving east to attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Prior to co-founding Coastal Cornerstone, he spent much of his career working for regional and national homebuilders and developers in the Raleigh, Wilmington, and greater Savannah areas. His passion for the history of the land and his heart for the people behind it began when he was a child, listening to his Papa share the stories that created personal connection with his land. Bryant resides in Wilmington with his wife Megan and their three boys—Banks, Barrett, and Crew. Their family attends Crossway Church, and they enjoy serving pancakes together at Vigilant Hope Ministries on Saturday mornings. Their perfect day includes spending time together on the water, fishing, or playing on the land.

Principal & Co-founder

Principal & Co-founder