Our Mission & Values

Mission Statement

We preserve, protect, and strengthen communities through thoughtful redevelopment and a genuine commitment to people.

A Story of Accountability and Purpose. Volte believes people and communities deserve opportunities to rebuild. Volte’s work reflects integrity, accountability, and long-term community impact.

How We Deliver

  • Preservation of underutilized properties

  • Community revitalization

  • Sustainable, long-term stewardship

  • Equity & access, including opportunities for returning citizens

  • Operational and financial execution

Driven by Experience. Focused on Impact. Volte collaborates with architects, general contractors, engineers, attorneys, financial partners, municipal leaders, and community advocates.

Founder

Tony Saunders II, Founder and Managing Partner, is a lifelong Detroiter known for leading major financial and operational transformations across the public and private sectors. He now applies that expertise to adaptive reuse and community-focused real estate development.

Key Achievements

  • Eliminated an $82.8M accumulated deficit as CFO of Wayne County

  • Owner/Chairman of Fathead—led operational turnaround and successful exit

  • CEO of Xenith Holdings—operational stabilization

  • Michigan-appointed Emergency Manager for Benton Harbor—exited receivership

  • Volunteer business teacher at Mariners Inn

  • University of Michigan (Economics)

Tony Saunders

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