"BUILDING A BETTER WORLD"
About Banneker Ventures
Serving Washington, D.C. Since 2005
What sets Banneker apart is not just the scale of what we build, but the vision behind it.
Since our founding in 2005, Banneker Ventures has evolved into one of the region’s most dynamic and purpose-driven real estate and construction firms. We deliver landmark projects that revitalize neighborhoods, expand opportunity, and create lasting generational impact.
Headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Banneker brings deep expertise across contracting, construction, real estate, and management services. As a fully integrated firm, we have the capacity to lead and execute projects of exceptional scale, sophistication, and community significance.
Our History
Banneker Ventures was founded in 2005 with a bold vision: to deliver real estate development and construction projects that not only achieve excellence but also uplift the communities they serve.
Named in honor of Benjamin Banneker – the self-taught African-American mathematician, surveyor, and innovator who helped design the nation's Capitol – our company embodies his spirit of precision, perseverance, and purpose. What began as a small firm with a big mission has developed into one of the region's leading minority-owned, fully integrated real estate development and construction companies.
Over the past 2 decades, Banneker Ventures has delivered thousands of residential units and millions of square feet of housing, retail, and mixed-use space throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Our journey has been defined by transformative partnerships with government agencies, community organizations, and private institutions.
From affordable housing that anchors neighborhoods to complex mixed-use developments that shape entire corridors, Banneker Ventures has consistently proven its ability to deliver projects of scale, complexity, and impact.
Today, with over $1 billion in active pipeline and more than $200 million in general contracting work underway, we remain driven by the sme mission that guided our founding: Building A Better World.
Timeline of Our Growth
2005
Banneker Ventures is founded in Washington, D.C.
2009
Receives 8(a) Certification from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
2015
Celebrates 10 years in business.
Opens Denver Office
2019
Graduates from the SBA 8(a) program after winning over $100M in federal construction contracts.
Recognized on The Black Enterprise BE 100 Top Black-Owned Businesses in America second year in a row.
2020
Enters into contract with WMATA to purchase first parcel of an 8-acre assemblage to develop The Pavillion at Lottsfield.
2025
Expands leadership team with COO and VP of Construction.
Breaks ground on Park Place at Addison Road Metro.
Active pipeline surpasses $1billion.
Celebrates 20 Years in Business.
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Community Impact
Banneker Foundation
Our goals at Banneker are to establish economic development, provide emergency services to families in need, support STEM education, and uplift humanity. The Banneker Foundation encourages employees and partners to volunteer, contribute funds and services, and serve on the Boards of local non-profit organizations.
Since 2005, the Banneker Foundation has given over $600,000 in charitable contributions to over 30 non-profit and community member organizations.
Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway
Feeding the Homeless in D.C.
Banneker Backpack Giveaway
10-Week Internship Program
Banneker's summer internship program introduces STEM-focused young adults to the construction industry. Our annual Internship Program, which employs high school, college undergraduate, and graduate students, allows each student to help Banneker achieve its mission to Change the World.