Meet The Brains

Jarrod Williams
Co-Founder and Principal

Jarrod Williams
Co-Founder and Principal
Jarrod Williams founded Porch Light Properties, LLC in December 2014 while completing a
doctoral program at the University of Kentucky in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Porch Light
Properties initially focused on long-term investments in single-family and small multi-family
homes. Under his leadership, the company has invested in properties across Fayette,
Woodford, and Mercer counties. Jarrod spearheaded the revitalization projects including the
Amsden Bank building and the Rickhouse Hotel and Distillery.

Alex Riddle
Co-Founder and Principal

Alex Riddle
Co-Founder and Principal
A native of Versailles, Kentucky, Alex Riddle has a background in the equine industry and real
estate. His career in real estate began around 2017, aiming to create long-term investment
opportunities and improve his hometown community. Alex conducted The Galerie project and,
with a partner, acquired and currently operates Sweet Lilus. His projects have significantly
impacted the local economy and community.

Jordan Mefford
Co-Founder and Principal

Jordan Mefford
Co-Founder and Principal
Jordan Mefford is the founder of Mefford Contracting, a rapidly growing general contracting firm.
After multiple stints in various sectors of the construction industry, he established the company,
which now boasts over 30 employees. In the past year, Mefford Contracting has completed over
$20 million in real estate projects and is projected to exceed $35 million next year. Jordan also
owns and operates a diverse portfolio of businesses, including restaurants, gyms, a grocery
store, residential housing, and commercial office space.

Jack Olshan
Consultant

Jack Olshan
Consultant
Jack Olshan contributes significant expertise to Single Barrel Group through his extensive
background in hospitality management. He is the Principal Owner of Olshan Management
Consulting, established to enhance asset performance in the hospitality sector. His firm offers
specialized guidance to improve customer satisfaction, cost-effectiveness, and profitability,
collaborating with industry experts on solutions across food & beverage, banquets, catering,
rooms operations, and customer experience management.
Previously, Jack served as Managing Director at vR Hospitality LLC, overseeing operational and
strategic initiatives. His role as General Manager of Hotel Covington involved leading a $20
million renovation project that transformed a historic building into a renowned independent
luxury hotel. Jack also served as Regional General Manager for Aparium Hotel Group,
managing operations and performance across multiple hotel properties.

Tim Jones
Consultant

Tim Jones
Consultant
Born and raised in Kentucky, Tim Jones is deeply ingrained in the whiskey culture and has
provided creative direction and brand strategy for some of the world’s most coveted bourbon
brands, including Buffalo Trace, Weller, Eagle Rare, E.H. Taylor, 1792, Brush Creek, Old Carter,
and Whiskey Thief. Tim is an international spirits judge with the John Barleycorn Society, a
founding member of the Bardstown Bourbon Guild, and an Executive Bourbon Steward. He has
appeared on TV shows such as Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners, Master Distiller, Whiskey
Business, and AMC’s Ride with Norman Reedus. Tim founded Gents Original in 2014, a cocktail
mix company, and collaborated with Heaven Hill on a nationally distributed Old Fashioned mix.
He enjoys traveling with his wife, Jessica, in search of unique distillery, bar, and dining
experiences.
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