Metropolitan Pima Alliance

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - The University of Arizona's Fall 2020 Re-Opening
2020-05-15 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Phoenix)
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry.
This month’s breakfast will be a presentation from Julie Katsel, the Senior Director of Government Relations/ Local and Community Government & Community Relations at the University of Arizona. Julie will be updating the group on the following issues as they relate to the University resuming in person courses in the Fall of 2020.
-The financial impact of the virus on the University
-UA antibody testing locally and state-wide
-Fall 2020 plans
Once you have registered, a Google Hangout Meets link will be sent to the email you provide when registering the evening before the Breakfast. Registration will be closed on May 14th at 5:00pm
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to virtually attend at the member rate is $10.00 and non-member rate is $15.00.

RESCHEDULED Members Helping Members - State and Federal Legislative Update: COVID-19 Edition
2020-04-30 15:00 - 16:00
Presentation by Michael Racy
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/coc-mrvk-zeq
Join by Phone: +1 401-541-5564‬ PIN: ‪808 042 205‬#

Michael Racy is President of Racy Associates, Inc., a Tucson based public policy and government relations firm with offices in Tucson and Phoenix. The firm represents a broad range of public and private clients at the local, state and federal levels of government. The firm has extensive experience in the areas of tax, budget, state and federal appropriations, transportation, aviation and all areas of real estate regulation and development. Mr. Racy has lobbied full time at the Arizona state legislature since 1986. Mr. Racy and his firm have been instrumental in much of the most significant legislation effecting southern Arizona over the last many years including increased distributions of transportation and sales tax dollars and all aspect of the Regional Transportation Authority. Michael is an instrument rated private pilot, five time member of the United States Unlimited Aerobatic Team (Retired), master scuba diver and races formula race cars in his spare time.
Mr. Racy will address the abbreviated state legislative session, the adopted “skinny budget” potential for completion of the 2020 state regular legislative session and federal legislative issues all with an eye towards local issues of interest and the development industry.
While this event is free to all Members, MPA is asking for a $5 contribution, if possible to assist in covering programming and operation costs.

*CANCELED* Public Policy Committee
2020-04-28 16:00 - 17:00 | EEC, 555 E. River Road #301, Tucson, AZ, 85704
This monthly meeting, taking place on the 4th Tuesday, is a working committee. It is exclusive to MPA members and provides an opportunity for members to get up close and personal with decision-makers on key issues that may affect them. Each meeting starts with a guest presentation and is followed by an update on current policy issues. Reviewed policy and presentations cover topics from the five local jurisdictions: City of Tucson, Town of Marana, Town of Oro Valley, Pima County, and Town of Sahuarita.

Friday Fun with MPA - Wine with Lee
2020-04-24 15:00 - 16:00
Wine education with Sommelier Lee Moffitt
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/mic-nagj-caw
Join by phone: +1 513-818-1059‬ PIN: ‪160 866 948‬#
Lee Fisher is an accomplished level one Sommelier. He is in charge of the wine cultivation and education program at Sullivan’s Steakhouse. His favorite growing region is Italy, and he is excited to share his passion with the group. Originally from England, Lee has dedicated his career to exploring and learning more about wine and the fine foods that accompany them. In his downtime, Lee and his wife Catie enjoy traveling, they live locally with two huge dogs and one blind cat.

**POSTPONED** Cocktails & Connections - Common Workspace
2020-04-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Common Workspace, 149 North Stone Ave, 3rd Floor, Tucson, AZ, 85701
Host:

The fourth Thursday of the month, members and nonmembers alike are invited to a member hosted cocktail reception. This event showcases the hosts’ work-space and projects while providing attendees a fun and informal way to make new connections and catch up with old friends.

The host provides food and drinks for about 30-50 MPA and non-MPA members, please feel free to invite whoever! MPA takes care of sending out event invites to the membership, tracking registration, as well as welcoming guests as they arrive.

Many members take advantage of hosting a C&C after they have moved locations, undergone a remodel, want to host an annual gathering to show off their workplace and services, in conjunction with a ribbon cutting, or to celebrate an anniversary.

Membership Committee
2020-04-23 08:30 - 21:30, 2020-02-27 08:30 - 21:30 | Diamond Ventures, 2200 E River Rd. Suite 115, Tucson, AZ, 85718, United States
This is the monthly meeting of MPA’s Membership Committee. This committee brainstorms new ways to increase member retention, involvement and how to recruit new members to join our organization.
This committee is always looking for new attendees who want to build relationships with other members. The Membership Committee is open to all employees of MPA member companies and organizations.
Interested in joining? Contact MPA Staff!

Members Helping Members - Is your business insured against the COVID-19 pandemic?
2020-04-22 15:00 - 16:00
Is your business insured against the COVID-19 pandemic?Presentation by Jack Clements, CPA, CIC, The Clements Agency
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/ywh-ikip-jcn
Join by phone: +1 518-655-1198‬ PIN: ‪342 122 125‬#
Everyone has questions about whether or not their insurance coverage will cover loss of business income or any other aspect of the impact of Covid-19. Jack will give some opening observations about this and then open it up for questions. This is meant to be conversational after Jack gives an overview.
Members Helping Members is a new webinar series that MPA is starting in response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak and the new challenges to the workplace it has brought with it. Each week an MPA Member or partner will provide timely and insightful information on an area that is experiencing changes due to the COVID-19 virus. We are hosting these meetings via google hangouts, no download is needed, simply utilize the link provided on the event page. You may access the event page by clicking on the “Register” button below. Attend one, attend all!While this event is free to all Members, MPA is asking for a $5 contribution, if possible to assist in covering programming and operation costs.

Friday Fun with MPA - Brunch with the Nook
2020-04-17 15:00 - 16:00
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/aye-sqce-dnb
Join by phone: +1 318-390-3620‬ PIN: ‪624 613 367‬#
Nikki and Matt Thompson are the owners and operators of Nook restaurant in downtown Tucson. They started a catering company, 2 Hearts 1 Kitchen, in 2007 and opened nook in 2015. What started as a love for cooking and food has morphed into a career in hospitality surrounded by friends and family. They love cooking and serving, and since we can’t be together right now they want to show you how to make brunch for yourself and your family with things you probably already have on hand. They will be showcasing their banana griddle cakes and how to make eggs benedict at home!

Members Helping Members - How to submit plans digitally
2020-04-15 15:00 - 16:00
How to submit plans digitally and keep your projects on trackPresentation by Lisa Bowers of Tucson Expediting and Development
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/ehr-tdjh-puw
Join by phone: +1 669-232-3328‬ PIN: ‪369 285 172‬#
With Governor Ducey labeling the construction industry as an essential service, the local municipalities have been spurred to go digital with their plan submittals and reviews and the development industry continues to move projects through the process. While the overall approval process has stayed the same, the way plans are submitted, inspections are done and approvals are issues have changed. Even construction sites have had to make modifications to their processes to comply with social distancing and safety recommendations. Lisa Bowers of Tucson Expediting and Development will provide the group and overview of what changes have been put into place, how to keep your projects moving forward and what to do if you have an active project site.
While this event is free to all Members, MPA is asking for a $5 contribution, if possible to assist in covering programming and operation costs.

Members Helping Members - Understanding the legal impacts of COVID-19
2020-04-08 15:00 - 16:00
Understanding the legal impacts of COVID-19 to real estate, finance and general businessesPresentation by Matt Thrasher, Managing Partner of Thrasher Law PLLC

This session is focused on answering your legal questions spurred by the virus. Many are wondering what legal recourse they have when tenants have not paid, when sales have been suspended or ended…just to name a few. Read below to learn a bit more about Matt and his law firm’s areas of expertise.
Matt Thrasher represents entrepreneurs, financial institutions, real estate developers, real estate service providers, and other business entities and individuals on a broad range of finance, real estate, general corporate and regulatory compliance matters. Matt’s experience includes negotiating and drafting equity and debt financing agreements, developing private placement memoranda, drafting commercial and residential lease agreements, negotiating stock and asset purchases, and advising on merger and acquisition transactions.
Matt understands the needs and goals of business owners, executives and boards of directors and has advised these individuals on many aspects of their business across all points of a company’s life cycle. Matt has managed projects including corporate formation and fundraising for start-ups, advising existing companies on state and federal regulatory compliance issues, and developing and implementing wind-down and exit strategies for seasoned businesses.
The attorneys at Thrasher Law Offices PLLC strive to balance the legal advice they provide with an understanding of the real-world choices and risks that face entrepreneurs, business owners and corporate officers.
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/ecv-ckyu-wfn
Join by phone: +1 405-362-7165‬ PIN: ‪727 507 988‬#
Members Helping Members is a new webinar series that MPA is starting in response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak and the new challenges to the workplace it has brought with it. Each week an MPA Member or partner will provide timely and insightful information on an area that is experiencing changes due to the COVID-19 virus. We are hosting these meetings via google hangouts, no download is needed, simply utilize the link provided on the event page. You may access the event page by clicking on the “Register” button below. Attend one, attend all!While this event is free to all Members, MPA is asking for a $5 contribution, if possible to assist in covering programming and operation costs.

Members Helping Members - Taking your team digital
2020-04-01 15:00 - 16:00
Taking your team digitalPresentation by Rob Lamb, COO of GLHN Architects and Engineers
&
Stephanie Healy of Cox Communications
Google Hangout Meets link: https://meet.google.com/fzh-hxsy-bwm
Join by phone: +1 502-785-9258‬ PIN: ‪456 017 215‬#
Today’s session is focused on adapting your workforce to WFH (working from home). We have Rob Lamb from GLHN speaking about how they quickly mobilized their mid size office to go virtual, and the challenges that came with it. Rob will also share how as a leader at the company he keeps himself and his team motivated and engaged with so many distractions looming.
Stepanie will present on the technological aspect of WFM and what accommodates have needed to occur to ensure that all of Southern Arizona’s residents had adequate access to the internet, ensuring there is sufficient bandwidth to support both working and learning from home.
Members Helping Members is a new webinar series that MPA is starting in response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak and the new challenges to the workplace it has brought with it. Each week an MPA Member or partner will provide timely and insightful information on an area that is experiencing changes due to the COVID-19 virus. We are hosting these meetings via google hangouts, no download is needed, simply utilize the link provided on the event page. You may access the event page by clicking on the “Register” button below. Attend one, attend all!While this event is free to all Members, MPA is asking for a $5 contribution, if possible to assist in covering programming and operation costs.

City of Tucson COVID-19 Update
2020-03-27 08:00 - 09:00
City of Tucson COVID-19 Update with PDSD Director, Scott Clark
MPA will be hosting a virtual conversation with the Director of the Planning and Development Services Department at the City of Tucson. Scott will be providing Members with an update of what changes the City has made to still be able to serve the development community during this time of social distancing. There will be a portion of this conversation that is dedicated to questions and answers with Scott.
This meeting will be available through Google Hangout Meets. To join the meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/jtt-iken-qqu

**POSTPONED** Cocktails & Connections - JW Starr Pass Resort & AIA
2020-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 | JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, 3800 W Starr Pass Blvd., Tucson, AZ, 85745, United States
Location Sponsor:

Partner:

This event will be held at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in the Primo Restaurant.

This month’s Cocktails & Connections Host is PRIMO at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa.

Please join MPA and the AIA of Southern Arizona for an evening of delicious food, spectacular views and impressive company.

The fourth Thursday of the month, members and nonmembers alike are invited to a member hosted cocktail reception. This event showcases the hosts’ work-space and projects while providing attendees a fun and informal way to make new connections and catch up with old friends.

The host provides food and drinks for about 30-50 MPA and non-MPA members, please feel free to invite whoever! MPA takes care of sending out event invites to the membership, tracking registration, as well as welcoming guests as they arrive.

Many members take advantage of hosting a C&C after they have moved locations, undergone a remodel, want to host an annual gathering to show off their workplace and services, in conjunction with a ribbon cutting, or to celebrate an anniversary.

Membership Committee
2020-03-26 08:30 - 21:30 | AZ, United States

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2020-03-24 16:00 - 17:00 | AZ
Join MPA for an update on how all the 5 municipalities in Southern Arizona are modifying their operations to still serve you during this time of social distancing. March’s presentation will be on Pima County’s newly released draft sign code and other changes the department has implemented to cope with the COVID-19 outbreak.
This meeting will be available through Google Hangouts Meet
To join the meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/ysk-yudj-jck
This monthly meeting, taking place on the 4th Tuesday, is a working committee. It is exclusive to MPA members and provides an opportunity for members to get up close and personal with decision-makers on key issues that may affect them. Each meeting starts with a guest presentation and is followed by an update on current policy issues. Reviewed policy and presentations cover topics from the five local jurisdictions: City of Tucson, Town of Marana, Town of Oro Valley, Pima County, and Town of Sahuarita.

**POSTPONED** Monthly Membership Breakfast - The New Normal: Home-ownership and How to Revive the American Dream
2020-03-20 07:15 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
Housing attainability is capturing a lot of headlines these days, as the cost of home-ownership continues to rise locally and around the county. With rising costs and shrinking supply, developers and home-builders are finding innovative ways to meet the increased demand for entry level product. Join us for a dynamic discussion on the challenges and the opportunities that lie ahead to revive the American dream of home-ownership in Southern Arizona. Jeremy Sharpe will be moderating the panel which will include presentations from Andrew Gasparrow of KB Homes and Priscilla Storm of Diamond Ventures. You won’t want to miss this conversation highlighting the latest thinking on community development and home-building with honest discussion and lessons learned.
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to attend at the member rate is $30.00 and non-member rate is $45.00.

Cocktails & Connections - Cypress Civil Development
2020-02-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Cypress Civil Development, 2030 E Speedway Blvd #110, Tucson, AZ, 85719
This month’s Cocktails & Connections Host is Cypress Civil Development!

Please join Cypress’s Staff, Clients, Vendors and community members as they celebrate 10 years in operation. Come join the fun and register today!

Public Policy Committee
2020-02-25 16:00 - 17:00 | EEC, 555 E. River Road #301, Tucson, AZ, 85704
February’s guest presenter will be Patrick Hartley, of TDOT. He will be updating MPA on two major efforts by the City, Move Tucson: Mobility Master-plan and Complete Streets. Both efforts will have a direct impact on the development industry and are worth engaging in.

Monthly Membership Breakfast - Tucson Airport Authority Update
2020-02-21 07:15 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
ATTENTION! If you are having trouble registering, please clear your browser’s cache and then go back into the registration page to see if it works. If not, please email either Allyson or Emilia and they will get your registered and send you an invoice. Thank you for your patience!

This month we will hear from Danette Bewley, President/CEO of Tucson Airport Authority.

Below is a brief biography of Danette:
Danette is from San Diego, CA, where her passion for aviation began. Her Dad was a decorated Navy fighter pilot, stationed at NAS Miramar, and later became a commercial airline pilot. This upbringing fueled her interest to pursue an aviation-related career path. Her airport management career began in 1989 and has spanned 30 years, and is still going strong. Between 1989 and 2003, she worked at the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, operator of San Diego International Airport, in a variety of progressively responsible positions, including and not limited to airport noise and community relations, terminal operations, capital development, tenant relations, marketing and air service development. Between 2003 and 2006, she was the Director of Jacksonville International Airport for the Jacksonville Aviation Authority, operator of Jacksonville International Airport, Herlong Airport, Cecil Field Airport and Jacksonville Executive Airport at Craig Field. Her role in this capacity was to manage the day-to-day operations and coordinate major capital programs and projects at Jacksonville International Airport. Between 2006 and 2011, she worked for the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority, operator of Reno-Tahoe International Airport and Reno Stead Airport, where she managed large capital programs and economic development, respectively. In 2012, she joined the Tucson Airport Authority, operator of Tucson International Airport and Ryan Airfield. She served in multiple roles, including Director of Operations, Senior Director of Operations and Maintenance, Vice President of Operations and Projects/COO, and Vice President of Operations/COO. She presently serves as the President/CEO.
Thank you to our gracious Breakfast Sponsor:
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year.

Public Policy Committee
2020-01-28 16:00 - 17:00 | EEC, 555 E. River Road #301, Tucson, AZ, 85704

**CANCELLED** Membership Committee
2020-01-28 08:00 - 21:00 | Diamond Ventures, 2200 E River Rd. Suite 115, Tucson, AZ, 85718, United States

Cocktails & Connections
2020-01-23 17:00 - 19:00 | CBRE, 3719 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85719
Join us for this month’s Cocktails & Connections hosted by CBRE! CBRE’s Tucson office has been serving clients for more than 50 years. They have earned their reputation as a respected leader in the community by tracking trends, building relationships and putting the needs of their clients first.

This event takes place on the fourth Thursday of the month where members and nonmembers alike are invited to a member cocktail reception. This event showcases the hosts’ work-space and projects while providing attendees a fun and informal way to make new connections and catch up with old friends. The host provides food and drinks for about 30-50 MPA and non-MPA members, please feel free to invite anyone! MPA takes care of sending out event invites to the membership, tracking registration, as well as welcoming guests as they arrive.

Monthly Membership Breakfast
2020-01-17 07:15 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
The University of Arizona: 2020 Strategic Vision and Master-plan Update
Please join us for a presentation from two great University of Arizona Executives: Peter Dourlein, Assistant Vice President, Planning, Design & Construction and Jane Hunter, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives. Below is a brief description of what will be covered at the Breakfast:
In addition to being a world-class educational leader and among the very-top ranked research institutions, the University of Arizona is an economic engine that has $8.5 billion impact in Arizona. This month’s breakfast will feature an update from the University of Arizona including some of the latest developments, priorities, strategic goals and ‘what’s next’. Come, have breakfast, network and hear about the exciting progress being made on the Master and Strategic Plans for the campus.
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. These informative and educational breakfasts can be presentations, panel discussions, debates or forums. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry. This event typically draws 80-120 attendees and is an ideal way to interact with community leaders, elected officials and colleagues.
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to attend at the member rate is $30.00 and non-member rate is $45.00.

**CANCELLED** Public Policy Committee
2019-12-24 16:00 - 17:00 | EEC, 555 E. River Road #301, Tucson, AZ, 85704
CANCELLED
This is the monthly meeting of MPA’s Public Policy Committee. At this meeting attendees hear presentations from the local jurisdictions, updating them on code and process changes. Committee members are invited to assess proposed policy and make recommendations on policy positions discussed by the committee to MPA’s Board of Directors.
This meeting is open to all employees of MPA member companies and organizations. For more information, please contact the Executive Director, Allyson Solomon

** CANCELLED** Membership Committee
2019-12-24 08:00 - 09:00 | Clements Insurance Agency, 6245 E. Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85711, United States
CANCELLED
This is the monthly meeting of MPA’s Membership Committee. This committee brainstorms new ways to increase member retention, involvement and how to recruit new members to join our organization.

This committee is always looking for new attendees who want to build relationships with other members. The Membership Committee is open to all employees of MPA member companies and organizations.

Monthly Membership Breakfast - Southern Arizona Economic Development Update
2019-12-20 07:15 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
This month’s breakfast is an economic development update from the City of Tucson and Pima County. Both jurisdictions recently worked together in establishing Southern Arizona’s Opportunity Zones. This joint venture was a recipient of one of this year’s 10 Common Ground Awards. Come hear about their collaborations to lead the region to prosperity.
Albert Elias – City of Tucson Assistant City Manager

Barbra Coffee – City of Tucson Economic Initiatives Director

Carmine DeBonis – Pima County Deputy Administrator
John Moffatt – Pima County Director of Economic Development

Thank you to our Breakfast Sponsor this month:
Thank you to our wonderful event partner and host:

Public Policy Committee
2019-11-26 16:00 - 17:00 | EEC, 555 E. River Road #301, Tucson, AZ, 85704
The RTA Plan approved by voters in 2006 runs through 2026. Come learn, from Jim DeGrood of the RTA, about the RTA Next planning effort, which is beginning to identify priority areas for the next RTA Plan and give the RTA your input!

Mr. DeGrood is Deputy Director for Pima Association of Governments (PAG) and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA). He is a Professional Engineer, and a graduate of the University of Arizona, College of Civil Engineering. Mr. DeGrood has over 30 years of local government management and public works experience, including serving as Town Engineer for the towns of Oro Valley and Sahuarita, and as Assistant Town Manager for Marana.
Mr. DeGrood joined PAG in 2007 to oversee the programming and operations of the $2.1 billion, 20-year Regional Transportation Authority Plan.

This is the monthly meeting of MPA’s Public Policy Committee. At this meeting attendees hear presentations from the local jurisdictions, updating them on code and process changes. Committee members are invited to assess proposed policy and make recommendations on policy positions discussed by the committee to MPA’s Board of Directors.
This meeting is open to all employees of MPA member companies and organizations. For more information, please contact the Executive Director, Allyson Solomon

Cocktails & Connections
2019-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | The Planning Center, 2 E. Congress, Suite 600, Tucson, AZ, 85701, United States
Join us for a very special and very festive Cocktails and Connections! The Planning Center and MPA are hosting our annual holiday party and you are invited.
Each year, TPC and MPA partner to host a night of fun, food and drinks to kick off the holiday season. We are excited to open our space to you and share some yummy food and drinks from Elliot’s on Congress. Not to brag, but we happen to think this is one of the best holiday parties in town!

Monthly Membership Breakfast - Student & Market Rate Multifamily Housing Trends
2019-11-15 07:15 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
At MPA’s monthly breakfast meeting, we will hear from multifamily housing experts regarding their Tucson projects, the trends that are influencing student and market rate housing, market rate demographics, whether or not we are getting built out in key locations, as well as plans for future projects.
Our esteemed panel of presenters include:
Eric Grimm, Chief Development Officer with Core Spaces, developer of student housing Hub 1-4 and OLIV at Main Gate.
Eric is a partner and Chief Development Officer of Core Spaces. As the CDO, Eric is responsible for implementing the company’s strategic vision of new development assets and value-add acquisitions by providing leadership and expertise to the Development Team. Eric is involved in the development feasibility, financial analysis, due diligence, project design, entitlements, permitting and general contractor procurement of each new development. In addition, Eric serves alongside the company’s COO as the chief liaison between the Development and Management teams. In that role, he is responsible for the seamless transition of each project from the development phase to operations and management. Eric has been with Core since the company’s inception and has developed over 1.5 million square feet of ground-up, mixed-use developments. Most notably, he was responsible for the development of two of Core’s award-winning communities, including the Hub on Campus located in Tempe, Arizona, as well as the Hub at Madison in Madison, Wisconsin. These two projects are widely considered the most acclaimed and desirable student housing assets in the country. Eric has a diverse background in the building industry with over a decade of experience in architecture, construction, and development. He has managed all phases of work, from site acquisition through project turnover on over $1 billion dollars in projects. Eric is a University of Illinois graduate with a Master’s Degrees in Architecture and Civil Engineering.
Ross McCallister, Principal with MC Companies, developer of The Place Apartments, multiple locations in Arizona and Texas.
Ross McCallister has proven that one can do anything with desire and determination. His experience in all aspects of real estate is most powerfully leveraged in his leadership of construction and business development. He brings over 30 years of experience in operations including acquisition, investment analysis, financing, project management, and client relations. Ross has developed, constructed and managed multi-family communities and condominium conversion projects in excess of $1 Billion throughout Arizona, Oregon, and Nevada. Ross is a licensed general contractor. He is past Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Arizona Multi-Housing Association, past Chairman of Metropolitan Tucson Housing Commission, and past Chairman of the Office of the Governor’s Arizona Housing Finance Authority Board. Ross currently serves on Pima County Real Estate Research Council. Ross believes his knowledge was meant to be shared and does so willingly. He is a guest instructor at both the University of Arizona and New Mexico State University where he enjoys the chance to interact with students who have the desire and determination to succeed.
Andrew Titche, CPM, Vice President of Operations with HSL Asset Management, multifamily operator in Arizona.
As Vice President of Operations at HSL, Andrew is responsible for the day-to-day operations of 10,000 multifamily units. During his tenure with HSL, Andrew has led the company through several phases of growth and value creation through implementation of innovative industry leading software and processes. Andrew directs a team of Operations and IT professionals with the goal of not only maximizing each asset’s potential, but also ensuring the expectations of HSL residents and employees are exceeded at every opportunity. Andrew brings a successful track record of 27 years of experience in both the multifamily and single family rental spaces in Arizona, as well as nationally. Prior to joining HSL, Andrew held the position of Vice President & National Director of Property Management for a single family home rental company. Andrew was instrumental in managing the company’s growth and operations from start-up to over 15,000 homes across 11 states. Andrew received his BA from Purdue University and holds the designation of Certified Property Manager from the Institute of Real Estate Management.
This month’s Breakfast is graciously sponsored by:

Thank you to our wonderful event partner and host:
