Stafford Development Company is a second-generation family business based in Tifton, Georgia. The company began with DeNean Stafford, Jr.’s (1914-2001) purchase of Reliable Tractor Company in 1951. From that beginning, Stafford Development Company now operates five core businesses: real estate, equipment sales and service, hospitality, foods, and ventures. Though diverse in terms of operation and people, the common thread to our customers is service. Our success is ultimately determined on how well we take care of our customers’ needs.

Mission Statement ~ Our Commitment is Extraordinary Customer Service. The Stafford team goal is to deliver the right products and services to create superior value for our customers. As a Stafford team member I am committed to do this by being on time, where I am needed and exceeding our customers' expectations through continuous improvement. Stafford supports its hard-working, dedicated and ethical team members who believe in the company and serve its customers with integrity.

Stafford History
DeNean Stafford, Jr., the company founder, graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business in 1935.  He began working for the Trust Company Bank of Georgia in 1936 and continued to work for them until 1947.  His employment with the Trust Company Bank was interrupted by two and one-half years of service in the U.S. Army Air Corp. during World War II. >>MORE