Milestones & Momentum – 25th Anniversary

Milestones & Momentum – 25th Anniversary

Milestones & Momentum: Celebrating A Quarter-Century of The Providence Group

As The Providence Group of the Carolinas (TPG) marks its 25th anniversary, we reflect on a journey defined by innovation, disciplined growth, and a commitment to client service in the ever-evolving retail real estate sector.

Founded in 2000 by Henry Breaux, Malcolm McLean and Darren Wood in Charlotte, North Carolina, TPG has grown from a boutique brokerage into a market leader with 41 professionals serving clients throughout the Carolinas from their offices in Charlotte and Raleigh. 

Over the past 25 years, TPG has earned a reputation for delivering tailored real estate solutions driven by local insight and trusted relationships. Our work has helped shape retail across the region— from major national brands to emerging regional tenants.  Our leadership team—including Principals Henry Breaux, Jay Hagerman, James McGee, Malcolm McLean, Darren Wood, and Melissa McDonald— has been instrumental in scaling our operations and services.

Our new Raleigh office, led by Reagan Crabtree and Cristi Webb, has expanded our reach into one of the Southeast’s most dynamic markets. Momentum in Raleigh continues to build with TPG already in second position for market-share in just 18 months of operation.

As a member of the national platform, X Team Retail Advisors, which comprises many of the nation’s premier retail brokerage companies, TPG is connected to over 350 retail specialists across 44 markets in the U.S. and Canada. This enhances our ability to serve clients with both national reach and deep local knowledge—an advantage that has proven critical in today’s competitive environment.

We’re proud of what we’ve built, but even more energized by where we’re headed. The success in our history is the result of sustained effort, shared vision, and an exceptional team. As Partner Henry Breaux notes, “We recognize the dedication of both current team members and those who’ve contributed along the way. Their hard work has shaped the foundation for our next chapter.”

This anniversary is both a milestone and a springboard for what comes for the next 25 years.  Our growth strategy focuses on enhancing our technical resources, expanding our client services and deepening our relationships while investing in our most valuable asset; our people!  We’re positioning ourselves for the future with a culture built on trust, collaboration, and accountability while we continue to strive for operational excellence.

This blog post is part of TPG’s quarterly executive-authored series to mark our 25th anniversary. Stay tuned for more insights from our leadership team as we continue to share our perspectives on market trends, company milestones, and our vision for the future.