Thrive Companies, Our Team gathers for a group photo inside a spacious, modern room with exposed ceilings and a presentation screen on the wall. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, Our Team gathers for a group photo inside a spacious, modern room with exposed ceilings and a presentation screen on the wall. Apartments in Columbus Ohio

Our Team

EMPOWERING PEOPLE WHO BUILD FOR THE FUTURE

Our people are the most critical component of our success. That’s why we traded the traditional development model for a vertically integrated approach that keeps us connected to each other, our residents, and our partners.

We build, manage, and grow every day. And as we go, we also have to solve all the technical and human puzzles of urban development. It’s a mission that requires a passion for community-building and a willingness to roll up your sleeves. We’re empowering a team at Thrive to turn bold ideas into neighborhoods that last.

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Principals

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A man with a beard smiles, wearing a blue pullover and a striped shirt underneath, against a dark background.

Mark Wagenbrenner

Principal, Board Member, & Chief Executive Officer
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A man with short gray hair wearing a blue suit and white shirt smiles, seated against a dark background.

Joel Lilly

Principal, Board Member, & Chief Investment Officer
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A smiling man with a bald head and a beard wearing a dark shirt against a dark background.

Eric Wagenbrenner

Principal, Board Member, & Executive Vice President of Development
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A person with a red beard and a wide-brimmed brown hat smiles, wearing a brown jacket and white shirt against a dark background.

Steve Bollinger

Principal & Executive Vice President of Development
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Smiling person in a dark blue sweater and white collared shirt against a dark background.

Bob Castor

Principal, Chief Legal Officer, and Executive Vice President of Capital Markets
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Smiling middle-aged man with gray hair and beard, wearing a checked suit jacket and white shirt, represents the dedication of Our Team, posed against a dark background.

L. Brent Miller

Principal & Chief Operating Officer

Leadership

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A man with short hair, a goatee, and mustache, wearing a blue blazer over a green shirt, poses against a dark background.

Mike Bernth

Vice President of Asset Management
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A member of Our Team, a man with light hair wears a dark blue suit jacket and white dress shirt, smiling at the camera against a plain dark background.

Craig Borbely

Vice President of Community Management – Start-Up
Thrive Companies, A member of Our Team, this man wears a gray suit jacket and light-colored shirt, smiling as he poses in front of a plain dark background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, A member of Our Team, this man wears a gray suit jacket and light-colored shirt, smiling as he poses in front of a plain dark background. Apartments in Columbus Ohio

Andrew Carroll

Senior Director of Food & Beverage

Anna Despas

Office Experience Manager
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A person with long blonde hair, wearing a black shirt, smiles against a dark background.

Morgan Galvin

Senior Director of Engagement

Marcus Gordon

Director of Community Management
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A bald man with a goatee smiles while wearing a navy pullover over a white shirt against a dark background.

Mike Hall

Partner & Senior Vice President of Construction
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A man with a mustache, wearing a blue knit sweater and collared shirt, smiles against a dark background.

Rob Harris

Director of Architecture
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Man with a gray beard, wearing a black suit and light blue shirt, poses against a dark background.

Eric Hibner

Partner & Senior Vice President of Purchasing
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A man with dark hair and a beard is smiling, wearing a white shirt and a dark blazer against a plain dark background.

Mark Hirschfeld

Vice President of Digital Marketing
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Smiling man in a brown suit and navy shirt with a pocket square, against a dark background.

Austin Lindsay

Director of Development

Erica MacDonald

Director of Operations

Sarah Myers

Vice President of People Experience
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A man with short dark hair and a beard is wearing a white shirt and a dark plaid suit jacket. He is posing against a plain dark background.

Matt Negron

Vice President of Development

Ashley Owen

Vice President of Brand and Marketing
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A member of Our Team, this woman with long brown hair, wearing a black top and a necklace, smiles at the camera against a dark background.

Nora O’Malley

Partner & Senior Vice President of Amenities
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A man with short, gray hair is wearing a dark suit, light shirt, and striped tie, sitting against a dark background.

Todd Pomorski

Vice President of Site Development
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Joe Reidy

Director of Environmental Services
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Man with short hair and facial hair wearing a light purple shirt and black vest, posing against a dark background.

Jeff Robb

Partner & Senior Vice President of Facilities
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A member of Our Team, a woman with long, wavy light brown hair wearing a black blazer and white blouse, smiles in front of a dark background.

Meagan Schreffler

Partner & Senior Vice President of Community Management
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A woman with long dark hair, part of Our Team, wears a light blue and white striped button-up shirt and smiles at the camera in front of a plain dark background.

Jenn Shaffer

Director of Operations
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A person with long, wavy blonde hair wearing a black top and blazer, and a necklace, smiles against a dark background.

Juliana Triano

Director of Events & Engagement
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A man with short hair and a beard is smiling, wearing a navy suit and white shirt, against a dark background.

Rudy Wesolek

Partner & Senior Vice President of Realty
Thrive Companies, Our Team, dressed in casual athletic wear, participates in a lively dance or exercise class in a studio with large windows. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
Thrive Companies, Our Team, dressed in casual athletic wear, participates in a lively dance or exercise class in a studio with large windows. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
COMING SOON

Wellness

The Athletic Cos. is a distinct brand under Thrive. By bringing this essential amenity in-house and making wellness an integral part of our daily operations, we’re able to bring genuine hospitality to our residents’ fitness routines.

COMING SOON

Food & Beverage

From neighborhood coffee shops to ultra-social food halls, our food and beverage brands have unique vibes all their own. Operating within Thrive Companies, our people get to directly impact the social connections that make our communities feel like home.

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Thrive Companies, People order and socialize at a modern coffee shop counter with black hexagonal tiles, hanging plants, and a sign reading Order Here, while our team ensures every visit feels welcoming and memorable. Apartments in Columbus Ohio
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