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People sitting and standing inside a busy food court with a glass ceiling, restaurant signage, and multiple television screens displaying sports.

About Us

STRONG CONNECTIONS BUILD POWERFUL COMMUNITIES

A Columbus real estate developer with more than two decades of experience, our vertically integrated approach allows us to handle every detail with care and craft. From the first shovel in the ground to the daily management of our mixed-use spaces, we invest heavily in our teams, partners, and neighborhoods. When these connections are strong, all our people and brands naturally thrive.

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Modern commercial building with large windows and a sign reading BAD BEAN BAD BOOZE, surrounded by overgrown plants and greenery under a clear sky.
Modern commercial building with large windows and a sign reading BAD BEAN BAD BOOZE, surrounded by overgrown plants and greenery under a clear sky.
People participating in an outdoor yoga class in front of a building with a sign reading The Little Grand.
People participating in an outdoor yoga class in front of a building with a sign reading The Little Grand.
Aerial view of a rectangular outdoor swimming pool, shaded seating areas, and green spaces surrounded by modern Trace Quarter apartment buildings.
Aerial view of a rectangular outdoor swimming pool, shaded seating areas, and green spaces surrounded by modern Trace Quarter apartment buildings.
Thrive Companies, Two men standing outdoors, smiling and talking; one holds a drink, both are casually dressed with sunglasses, enjoying the day in a Thrive Companies Ohio community, with trees blurred in the background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, Two men standing outdoors, smiling and talking; one holds a drink, both are casually dressed with sunglasses, enjoying the day in a Thrive Companies Ohio community, with trees blurred in the background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
A modern four-story apartment building with a zigzag roofline is surrounded by trees, with a walking path and parking lot visible nearby under a partly cloudy sky.
A modern four-story apartment building with a zigzag roofline is surrounded by trees, with a walking path and parking lot visible nearby under a partly cloudy sky.
Aerial view of Columbus apartments showcasing modern houses with metal roofs, a central green lawn, and surrounding trees in the background.
Aerial view of Columbus apartments showcasing modern houses with metal roofs, a central green lawn, and surrounding trees in the background.
Thrive Companies, People order and interact at the busy Jeffrey Park coffee shop counter, featuring black hexagonal tiles, lush plants, and a clear Order Here sign. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, People order and interact at the busy Jeffrey Park coffee shop counter, featuring black hexagonal tiles, lush plants, and a clear Order Here sign. Apartments in Columbus Ohio

Impact by the numbers

These numbers represent our commitment to intentionally shaping built environments, and the experiences of the people who use them.

800+

Developed acres

56+

Development phases

1,135+

Residential homes

5,125+

Apartments

Awards and Accolades (Culture)

Cityscape of Columbus, Ohio, showcasing tall buildings like the LeVeque Tower against a clear blue sky, with lush trees and a shimmering river in the foreground—a perfect setting to appreciate the thriving developments by companies such as Thrive Companies Ohio.
Cityscape of Columbus, Ohio, showcasing tall buildings like the LeVeque Tower against a clear blue sky, with lush trees and a shimmering river in the foreground—a perfect setting to appreciate the thriving developments by companies such as Thrive Companies Ohio.

Best Places to Work Award in 2024, 2023, and 2022

Columbus Business First
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Aerial view of a city at sunset with tall Thrive Companies buildings rising majestically, and Ohios winding river visible in the background.

Top Workplaces in 2024 and 2023

Columbus CEO
Modern homes by Thrive Companies dot the Ohio landscape, featuring sleek gray metal roofs beneath a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Modern homes by Thrive Companies dot the Ohio landscape, featuring sleek gray metal roofs beneath a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Quarry Trails: Project of the Year

2024 Building Columbus Awards — Columbus Business First
Gray slanted parallel lines create a geometric pattern on a flat surface, reflecting the modern aesthetic often seen in Thrive Companies projects across Ohio.
Gray slanted parallel lines create a geometric pattern on a flat surface, reflecting the modern aesthetic often seen in Thrive Companies projects across Ohio.

Columbus Business Firsts Power 125:

Mark Wagenbrenner
A row of modern, multi-story apartment buildings developed by Thrive Companies in Ohio boasts balconies and a mix of brick and light-colored exteriors. Trees adorn the foreground, set against a backdrop of a partly cloudy sky.
A row of modern, multi-story apartment buildings developed by Thrive Companies in Ohio boasts balconies and a mix of brick and light-colored exteriors. Trees adorn the foreground, set against a backdrop of a partly cloudy sky.

2024 CoStar Impact Award: Jeffrey Park

Multifamily Development of the Year
A modern glass and steel masterpiece by Thrive Companies Ohio, with large windows, is captured from a low angle against a cloudy sky.
A modern glass and steel masterpiece by Thrive Companies Ohio, with large windows, is captured from a low angle against a cloudy sky.

Grandview Crossing Office Building: 2023 Best New Office Project

Columbus Business First
Modern two-story house with a metal roof, large windows, and a wraparound balcony, designed by Thrive Companies Ohio. Surrounded by lush greenery under a clear blue sky, this home represents the finest in contemporary living.
Modern two-story house with a metal roof, large windows, and a wraparound balcony, designed by Thrive Companies Ohio. Surrounded by lush greenery under a clear blue sky, this home represents the finest in contemporary living.

2023 Featured Community: Quarry Trails

BIA Parade of Homes
A modern living room by Thrive Companies Ohio features a gray sectional sofa and an orange chair, accented by a patterned rug and wall art. A lamp and green potted plant complete the decor, while a sliding door opens to reveal a spacious balcony.
A modern living room by Thrive Companies Ohio features a gray sectional sofa and an orange chair, accented by a patterned rug and wall art. A lamp and green potted plant complete the decor, while a sliding door opens to reveal a spacious balcony.

2023 Smart 50 Award

Kevin Zeppernick
The outdoor apartment complex courtyard, developed by Thrive Companies in Ohio, features a central swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and striped umbrellas, with multi-story buildings elegantly framing the scene in the background.
The outdoor apartment complex courtyard, developed by Thrive Companies in Ohio, features a central swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and striped umbrellas, with multi-story buildings elegantly framing the scene in the background.

2023 CoStar Impact Award: Grandview Crossing

Multifamily Development of the Year
The modern brick residential building, developed by Thrive Companies in Ohio, showcases multiple windows and a beautifully landscaped garden, all set against a clear blue sky.
The modern brick residential building, developed by Thrive Companies in Ohio, showcases multiple windows and a beautifully landscaped garden, all set against a clear blue sky.

2023 BIA Builder of the Year

Thrive Companies
On a sunny street, a child with a pacifier eagerly reaches for bubbles, guided by a smiling adult in a hat. Its moments like these that showcase the thriving community spirit fostered by Thrive Companies Ohio.
On a sunny street, a child with a pacifier eagerly reaches for bubbles, guided by a smiling adult in a hat. Its moments like these that showcase the thriving community spirit fostered by Thrive Companies Ohio.

Forty Under 40: Steve Bollinger

2022

Our foundation for the future

Our story

Thrive’s story begins with brownfield redevelopment in our hometown, Columbus, Ohio. We sought out land that was underutilized by others and gave it new purpose, refreshed energy, and revitalized community. After more than 800 developed acres, this focus reinforced an important lesson: successful development serves both the people living in our buildings and their broader neighborhood and environment.

Today, that origin is the foundation of the approach we bring to every project. We build with purpose, creativity, and care to transform land and strengthen communities.

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Our vision

We work today to create environments and experiences that make an impact long beyond tomorrow.

Our thoughtful, integrated communities are designed to enhance existing neighborhoods and natural surroundings for decades to come. That’s why we build durable, welcoming spaces where connection, well-being, and care are felt by everyone, ensuring our positive impact grows with all the people who live, work, play, visit, and connect in our communities.

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The values that guide us

We are deeply committed to the neighborhoods and people we serve. Being a good steward means creating meaningful experiences not only for our residents, but for everyone who lives, works, visits, and gathers in our communities. Through thoughtful community building, we develop projects that strengthen neighborhoods and drive lasting, positive change.

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We expect every person on our team to be a leader, regardless of their title. This means taking full ownership of your role, providing and seeking direct feedback, and leading by example. We focus on developing leaders who can contribute to a secure and accountable group leadership structure.

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Thrive Companies, A group of people wearing gloves work outdoors in a wooded area; one person in a Volunteer shirt, part of Thrive Companies Ohio, gestures ahead. Apartments in Columbus Ohio

We lead with empathy and genuine care, placing all individuals — team members, partners, and customers — at the core of our work. We know that every interaction is a chance to make someone feel seen, valued, and understood. This is why we shape every interaction on purpose, building mutual, lasting relationships founded on fairness, respect, and intentional service that connects and delights.

Thrive Companies, People serve food to guests from buffet trays at an outdoor event under a canopy, with the Thrive Companies Ohio logo visible in the background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, People serve food to guests from buffet trays at an outdoor event under a canopy, with the Thrive Companies Ohio logo visible in the background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio

We combine deep expertise and continuous improvement to build impactful environments and experiences. Every project is an act of intentional placemaking, operating with a bias toward action and accountability. We commit to learning from setbacks and delivering the highest quality and performance in every design, build, and operation.

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Thrive Companies, A person wearing a dark green jacket and white hoodie holds a cocktail glass with a dried citrus garnish, capturing the stylish urban vibe inspired by Thrive Companies. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
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The people behind the work

Our communities are brought to life by a team that takes full ownership of every acre we develop and every community we manage.
Meet Our Team
Construction team lining up for Thrive Cos vendor lunch
Thrive Companies, Three people stand together smiling under a tent at a Thrive Companies Ohio outdoor event, with others and food visible in the background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, Three people stand together smiling under a tent at a Thrive Companies Ohio outdoor event, with others and food visible in the background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies leadership visiting construction site
Thrive Companies, Modern apartment buildings by Thrive Companies Ohio feature red and gray exteriors, a landscaped grass area, and three people walking along a path near a large mural. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, Modern apartment buildings by Thrive Companies Ohio feature red and gray exteriors, a landscaped grass area, and three people walking along a path near a large mural. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
COMING SOON

Our development process

From the first sketches to the vibrant, new community ready to explore, find out how we lead every phase of development.

COMING SOON

Community Management

We stay on the ground long after construction is done to manage our spaces and serve the people who live, work, and play in them.

A man and a woman sit at a wooden desk in a modern office, discussing documents beneath the TRACE QUARTER sign. The professional setting highlights their focus on Trace Quarters business strategies.
A man and a woman sit at a wooden desk in a modern office, discussing documents beneath the TRACE QUARTER sign. The professional setting highlights their focus on Trace Quarters business strategies.
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Aerial view of a cityscape featuring a large, square-shaped building under construction in the foreground, with various buildings and a skyline in the background. A clear sky is overhead.
COMING SOON

High-quality construction

Discover the precision and craft that go into our vertically integrated construction approach.

COMING SOON

Brand new homes

Explore homes built by Thrive and fully integrated into our vibrant lifestyle communities. 

Modern farmhouse with steel siding, large windows, and a pitched roof. Front yard has landscaped plants and a sidewalk. Sky is clear at dusk.
Modern farmhouse with steel siding, large windows, and a pitched roof. Front yard has landscaped plants and a sidewalk. Sky is clear at dusk.
Two people stroll along a paved path lined with trees and modern buildings in Trace Quarter on a sunny day. String lights are hung overhead along the walkway.

Join the community

Reach out to our team to tour our latest projects and find your perfect place in a Thrive neighborhood.