Our Successes in Their Words

Kelly’s Testimonials

"Kelly Vandever's talents and skills have blended together to create the ideal retirement resort. Three hundred and fifty residents of Montereau in Warren Woods are grateful to Kelly Vandever for creating the retirement home of their dreams. Kelly Vandever is a young man, but somehow he has developed the skills necessary to actualize the dreams of "The Greatest Generation's" retirement home. Kelly Vandever has somehow been able to realize the dreams of Senior Citizens in developing a retirement resort that is "just what they have always dreamed.”
Rev. Wish and Wanda Lemons
Residents
Montereau in Warren Woods in Tulsa, Oklahoma

“Kelly Vandever was the creative force behind the idea for Montereau, as well as the “main man” for implementing his dream to completion. I found him to be very knowledgeable in all the pertinent arenas and extremely helpful and high-energy in expediting solutions or finding answers to any problems or questions that came up in the process of marketing, licensing, and community development. He also was an excellent coordinator between residents and administrators. Kelly impressed me as a professional, approachable and creative leader, and I enjoyed very much my working experience with him."
David Whitehill
General Counsel
The William K. Warren Foundation

“I worked closely with Kelly on the financing and development of Montereau in Warren Woods for several years. He was very conscientious and followed through on his commitments. He showed great initiative in the operations of the community, and was committed to excellence at every level. He routinely sought "win-win" scenarios as an advocate for the community, BNP Paribas, and the Bank Group. As President of Montereau, Inc., I believe Kelly was a major contributor to the overall success of the community. I hope to have the opportunity to work with him on future senior housing projects."
Bruce J. Gold
Director
BNP Paribas Bank

"Kelly Vandever is a man of faith and follow through in all aspects of his life. Once he chooses a path, his dedication to success is full throttle. His commitment to his projects, and the fortunate residents who live there, is one of excellence."
Bonnie Manson
Partner
Interior Design Associates, Inc.

“Having worked with Mr. Vandever extensively in the expansion of a major community in Tulsa, we found his organization to be informed and alert to the most elemental aspects of good design for his residents.  His attention to these issues ranged from technological trends to design principles of enduring value.”
David A. Dillard, AIA
President
CSD Architects

“As a General Contractor with 25 years in this business, I learned a number of lessons in working with Kelly Vandever and grew to appreciate his approach to construction…Kelly fosters an attitude to “say what you mean and mean what you say.” Simple and effective. Finally, I would say the most lasting impression I have from working with Kelly is to really listen and not just wait to speak. I would welcome the opportunity to work on any future projects with Kelly and Total Lifestyle Communities.”
Robert G. Vecera
V. P. Operations Manager
Manhattan Construction