About Us
FROM STRONG ROOTS,
BEAUTIFUL HOMES GROW.
We started White Oak Homes to bring care and connection back into the building process. Our goal isn’t volume—it’s value. For us, each home is a reflection of the family inside, and every build is an opportunity to create something meaningful from the ground up.
Danny Thompson
Owner / General Contractor
Danny Thompson brings nearly two decades of experience in new-home sales and a lifelong connection to the Fayetteville area. Known for his integrity and deep knowledge of the homebuilding process, he has guided hundreds of families through their journey to homeownership. As a top-ranked agent with Coldwell Banker Advantage, Danny earned recognition in the top 0.5% of Fayetteville MLS agents, specializing in new construction.
His expertise in home design, budgeting, and timelines made him a trusted resource for buyers and real estate professionals across Cumberland and surrounding counties. Today, Danny builds on that legacy as a licensed general contractor and co-founder of White Oak Homes of NC, LLC, alongside longtime friend and business partner Rodney Baker. From lot selection to final walkthroughs, Danny brings a hands-on, client-first approach to every home they build.
A U.S. Army veteran and former Fayetteville Police Officer, Danny continues to serve the community through the Fayetteville Home Builders Association as a Board Member, Chair of the annual “Dirt to Door” event, and member of the Governmental Affairs Committee.
Married to his wife Dawn for 33 years, Danny is a proud father, grandfather, and just recently a great grandfather!
Rodney Baker
Owner
Rodney is a graduate of Western Carolina University where he received his Master Degree in Education. He worked as an educator and coach for 16 years before moving to Fayetteville in 2006 to work in a family owned Building and Real Estate company.
During that time, he has worked in all aspects of the industry and helped with expansion across many areas in North and South Carolina.
He is currently President Elect of the Fayetteville Home Builders
Association along with serving on several other boards. He is an active member of his church where he and his wife teach their high school Sunday School class.
Rodney enjoys spending his free time with his wife traveling to new places and spending quality time with his children and their spouses.
Drew Baker
Superintendent
Originally from the Fayetteville area, Drew graduated from Terry Sanford High School in 2018 and went on to earn a degree in Agricultural Business from NC State University in 2022.
After spending a year working in the agricultural industry, he found his passion in home building.
Over the past three years, Drew has gained valuable hands-on experience and continues to hone his craftsman skills.
He truly enjoys the process of building quality homes for families to enjoy for years to come.