About

Zachary Willens began his career working in the oil and gas fields around Tyler, Texas. Over the course of 14 years, he explored and produced hydrocarbons across five continents, contributing to the development of several multi-billion-dollar assets. During his seven-year tenure at Rice Energy in Pennsylvania, Zach and his team transformed the company from a small startup into an industry leader, growing the workforce by more than 250 employees in four years. As head of the drilling department, he managed a $1 million-per-day budget and leveraged cutting-edge technologies to revolutionize shale development, drilling some of the most productive land-based wells in North America. He played a pivotal role in Rice Energy’s IPO and its successful divestiture in 2017.

Transitioning to real estate development, Zach has applied his extensive experience to navigate the complexities of finance, acquisition, entitlement, engineering, and operations, developing properties in both Pennsylvania and Texas. As a principal at ACC, Zach now focuses on strategic vision and corporate structure, ensuring the company is primed for sustainable growth and seamless expansion.

A devoted family man, Zach resides in the Hill Country with his wife -whom he fondly calls his “better 7/8ths” - and their three children. A lifelong dog lover, he has raised and trained English setters, and now commutes daily with his faithful companion, Moose, the Yorkie. When not in the office, Zach enjoys hiking in the western U.S. and fishing the Highland Chain of Lakes.