Celebrating Excellence: The Founders Group 2026 Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA) Tribute Award Finalists
At The Founders Group, excellence isn’t just a goal: it’s the standard our teams bring to every resident experience, every community, and every interaction. We are proud to announce that several members of our Founders Property Management family have been recognized as finalists for the prestigious 2026 AMA Tribute Awards. 2026 AMA Tribute Award Finalists […]
MC Companies Ranked #14 Among Arizona’s Largest Corporate Philanthropists
MC Companies Recognized at 2025 Arizona Multi-housing Association (AMA) Tribute Awards

There’s no other way of putting it: Tucson, Arizona is a boomtown right now, and its multifamily market is thriving because …
MC Companies Expands Arizona Footprint with Boulder Creek Acquisition
MC Companies is expanding its portfolio with the addition of another multifamily property in the Papago Park area of Phoenix, Ariz.
MC Companies Expands Arizona Footprint with Boulder Creek Acquisition

Scottsdale, Ariz. – January 10, 2025 – MC Companies is expanding its portfolio with the addition of another multifamily property in the …
MC Residential Wins Housing Heroes Award from Arizona Multifamily Association

Scottsdale, AZ – August 26, 2024 – MC Residential, the property management arm of MC Companies, a leading multifamily investment, development, construction, …
Why We Love the Tucson, Arizona Multifamily Market

There’s no other way of putting it: Tucson, Arizona is a boomtown right now, and its multifamily market is thriving because of it.
Why We Love the Tucson, Arizona Multifamily Market?

There’s no other way of putting it: Tucson, Arizona is a boomtown right now, and its multifamily market is thriving because …
Texas and Arizona: Getting the Job Done

A healthy job market and a diversity of employers are two of the most important considerations when choosing a multifamily investment
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 […]
MC Companies + Kennedy Wilson Complete Recap of Five Communities

We’re excited to share some big news: our recapitalization effort with our partner Kennedy Wilson is now complete, covering five of our …
MC Companies Teams Give Back During Annual Volunteer Day

On September 10th, MC Companies hosted its 4th annual Volunteer Day, and our teams across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas made a big …
MC Companies Celebrates Resident’s 104th Birthday and 28th Year Living at MC Property

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — June 6, 2025 — MC Companies, a renowned leader in multifamily investment, development, construction and management, is honored to …
Orchard Canyon on Oak Creek Ranks No. 4 Among Bed-and-Breakfast Inns for 2025

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — May 20, 2025 — MC Companies, a recognized leader in multifamily investment, development, construction and management, is proud to …
MC Companies Celebrates 40 Years of The McCallister Company

MC Companies was launched in 2001, but part of our story began earlier. Ross McCallister and Ken McElroy formed what is now …
MC Companies Acquires Trophy Asset in Desirable North Scottsdale Submarket

MC Companies, a recognized leader in multifamily investment, development, construction and management, is expanding its portfolio with the acquisition of The Core Scottsdale — a premier Class A multifamily community located in North Scottsdale.
MC Companies Begins Development on Mason Ranch Multifamily Housing Project

After five years of strategic planning and stewardship, MC Companies is proud to commence construction on a highly anticipated multifamily housing project, Mason Ranch, in Tucson, Ariz.
MC Companies Begins Development on Mason Ranch Multifamily Housing Project

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — April 28, 2025 — After five years of strategic planning and stewardship, MC Companies is proud to commence construction …
MC Companies Welcomes Jim Cowan as Director of Capital Markets

MC Companies, a leading multifamily investment, development, construction and management company, is proud to announce the addition of Jim Cowan to its corporate team as director of capital markets.
MC Companies Ranks Third Nationally in Move For Hunger Food Drive

he announcement brings the company great pride, as MC Companies was slightly beaten by two companies that manage more than 85,000 units each, compared to MC Companies’ 7,600 units.