MC Companies and Bridge Founders Group Complete Strategic Merger, Launching The Founders Group

Forged through cycles — a combined platform with $13B+ in transaction volume, 75,000+ units acquired, and nearly four decades of multifamily leadership. Scottsdale, AZ — May 1, 2026 — MC Companies and Bridge Founders Group today announced the completion of their strategic merger, forming The Founders Group (TFG) — a unified, scaled multifamily investment and […]

Sharing the Good Life: 2025 Wrapped

Sharing the Good Life exists to create meaningful, lasting impact in the communities we serve. In 2025, the initiative continued to grow through partnerships, charitable support, and the collective efforts made possible by MC Companies employees. This year reflects what happens when a purpose-driven initiative is supported by people who care deeply about giving back. […]

Your New View: The Story of Mason Ranch Groundbreaking in Tucson

MC Companies is thrilled to announce the official groundbreaking of Mason Ranch, our newest luxury community coming soon to Tucson, Arizona! This project is a testament to our commitment to creating exceptional apartment living that combines modern comfort with the unique beauty of the Sonoran Desert. The story of Mason Ranch is simple: it’s about […]

Lindsay Bennett

Lindsay Bennett serves as Manager of Investor Relations at MC Companies, where she plays a pivotal role in cultivating and sustaining meaningful relationships with the firm’s investor community. Combining her education from Arizona State University with experience in real estate capital markets, Lindsay offers both strategic insights and thoughtful communication. She is dedicated to simplifying the […]

James Emert

James Emert serves as Director of Acquisitions at MC Companies, where he is responsible for sourcing, underwriting and executing multifamily real-estate investments. He holds a Master’s Degree in Finance from the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Arizona. Prior to his current […]

Lisa Taylor

Prior to joining MC Companies in 2014, Lisa worked for 33 years as a corporate paralegal for several prominent Phoenix law firms, working in the areas of corporate, securities, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, and business law.  She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Paralegal Studies from Northern Arizona University and an ABA-approved Paralegal […]

Brian Kearney

Brian Kearney has enjoyed a rewarding career, having held management and executive-level positions in diverse public, non-profit, and private sector organizations. Brian currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for MC Companies, a nationally recognized multifamily real estate investment, development, and management company. Brian began his career in 1987 with the City of Phoenix, where his […]

Charlie Koznick

Charlie Koznick is the Chief Investment Officer of MC Companies, responsible for investment strategy, acquisitions, investor relations, and asset management of over 7,500 multifamily units. Charlie joined MC Companies in 2014 as Director of Acquisitions and has more than a decade of multifamily experience and in-depth knowledge of multifamily financials and operations. Prior to his […]

Ross McCallister

With more than 40 years of experience in multifamily development, construction, and asset management, Ross McCallister has built a distinguished career creating high-quality residential communities across Arizona. He has developed and constructed more than 5,000 apartment homes and is a licensed general contractor. As co-founder of MC Companies (now The Founders Group), Ross has led […]

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Ken McElroy

Ken McElroy is a nationally recognized real estate investor, entrepreneur, and multifamily executive with more than 35 years of experience in asset management, property management, development, and construction. Throughout his career, he has acquired and sold more than $1 billion in commercial real estate. Ken founded McElroy Management in 1998 before merging the company with […]