MGL Partners Expands Service Offerings Under Industry Veteran
MGL Partners (MGL), a Denver-based multifamily developer of market-rate, affordable and senior housing communities, recently expanded into owner’s representation with the hire of industry veteran Leah Jones. Jones will focus her efforts on MGL’s affordable and market-rate housing projects as well as provide owner’s rep services for external clients, regardless of MGL’s involvement in a development capacity.
“Expert management of the construction process has always been important, particularly for affordable housing projects, but given the double-digit escalation of construction materials and labor costs over the last two years, we saw great benefit in proactively adding an experienced in-house owner’s rep to our team,” said Greg Glade, co-founder of MGL Partners. “Leah has the necessary expertise to shepherd projects literally from the ground up, coordinating a low-cost, efficient prototype for much-needed affordable housing units here in Colorado. We recognized the immediate value she could add to our own projects as well as the suite of consultative services we offer at MGL.”
Jones brings 16 years of experience within the construction industry, with expertise in multiple areas including efficient site design, building design, materials, systems, and long-term strategy for owners and residents. As part of MGL’s consulting arm, Jones’ new owner’s rep services are flexible and can be used for the entirety of a project or through specific milestones.
Prior to joining MGL, Jones worked for nationally recognized construction companies like PWI Construction and Swinerton. She is also well-versed in multiple market sectors, including federal procurement, municipal essentials facilities, horizontal infrastructure, luxury retail, adaptive reuse, and school district bond projects. Most recently, Jones was concentrating on the affordable housing market for Taylor Kohrs and helped develop more than 1,000 new and renovated affordable housing units.
New Hires Fueling TRIBUS Growth
TRIBUS, the leader in brokerage platforms for the world’s best brokerages, today announces the addition of two new members to join their team, Anna Emerson as director of product, and Samantha Ewing as product experience specialist. These new roles are effective immediately.
“We are overjoyed to have both Anna and Samantha joining TRIBUS,” says Eric Stegemann of TRIBUS, “TRIBUS is definitely not scaling back, but the success and growth of the company is so strong we are expanding services and team size. People are wanting to invest more in their brokerage, especially in technology and their platform. That is where we come in. TRIBUS is ready to put that money and faith to good use.”
As Director of Product, Emerson’s role will focus exclusively on project management. Her responsibilities will include managing teams, and directing the completion of projects in a timely manner for myTRIBUS platform.
“I am grateful to be joining TRIBUS, the team provides so much support and mentorship that you can’t find in many other places! The future is bright, and I’m so excited to see where it leads with this opportunity,” said Emerson.
Before joining TRIBUS, Emerson was project manager with FINE, a Portland-based brand company.
As Product Experience Specialist, Ewing’s role will focus on managing UX projects through all phases of the design thinking process. She will be responsible for identifying user pain points while also conducting research and creating sketches, etc.
“I could not be more excited to join the outstanding TRIBUS product team as their user experience specialist,” Ewing said. “I was drawn to this company because of its exceptional leadership and reputation in the industry. I look forward to combining my extensive history working in various facets of the real estate industry along with my knowledge of user experience design to collaborate with this team in offering the highest quality products that help to bolster engagement, productivity, and profits for companies that put their trust in TRIBUS.”
Prior to TRIBUS, Ewing was an IT analyst with JBS USA where she coordinated developers to build and implement technology solutions. She also brings a wealth of experience as a project manager and in the world of real estate from her time with IRES MLS in Colorado.
Additionally, Kaylee Nebeker will now lead TRIBUS client projects as project manager. Nebeker is a TRIBUS veteran of the company with her journey beginning in October 2021. As Project Manager, Nebeker’s responsibilities will include overseeing new client projects from start to finish, while managing software developers and other team members, conducting client training, and ensuring that all projects are delivered on time.
“TRIBUS became an exciting opportunity for me, since they value their employees and their development,” says Kaylee Nebeker, “The mentorship, training, and support provided has allowed me to jump-start in this new role and industry. I am looking forward to the bright future ahead, and can’t wait to see where it leads.”
