As CEO and a founding partner of Pearlstone Partners, Bill Knauss brings over 25 years of real estate development expertise, encompassing national and international projects. Previously serving as the company’s president, Bill has been instrumental in shaping Pearlstone’s growth and success.
Over the course of his career, he has led the development, design, and construction of more than $3 billion in real estate assets. His diverse portfolio includes over 3,000 residential units, as well as resort and boutique hotels, commercial offices, retail centers, and light industrial facilities.
Bill earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering & Structural Systems from Old Dominion University and a Master of Science in Construction Management from Purdue University. He lives in Southwest Austin with his wife and two daughters. Outside the office, he enjoys playing hockey, spending time on the lake, cheering on his favorite teams, and moonlighting as an unofficial Uber driver for his kids.