United Apartment Group Expands Leadership Team for Growth
United Apartment Group (UAG), a prominent player in third-party multifamily property management and an affiliate of Brixton Capital, has recently announced key appointments aimed at bolstering its leadership team. In a strategic move to drive growth in their third-party management portfolio, UAG has appointed
Woody Stone as Chief Growth Officer and
Lenzie O'Connor as Vice President of Client Services and Strategy.
New Leadership Positions
The addition of Stone and O'Connor to the leadership team is a strategic response to the company's plans for substantial growth in the coming years. Stone will take charge of national business development, focusing on expanding relationships with property owners and investment partners. On the other hand, O'Connor will concentrate on enhancing client relationships and ensuring that the firm’s operational capabilities are aligned with its expanding business.
Woody Stone's Background
Woody Stone brings with him an impressive 25 years of experience in multifamily operations and leadership. Before joining UAG, he was President of Multifamily Asset Services at Cushman & Wakefield, overseeing a management platform that handled around 180,000 units nationally. Stone's extensive background also includes a 17-year tenure at Pinnacle in various leadership positions and the founding of his own advisory firm, which catered to private equity and proptech companies. In his new role, he will lead initiatives focused on integrating technology and innovation, leveraging artificial intelligence and emerging tech to enhance operational efficiency and client service.
Lenzie O'Connor's Expertise
Joining Stone is Lenzie O'Connor, who has nearly two decades of experience in the multifamily sector. O'Connor's career prior to UAG includes more than 14 years with Greystar, where she rose to the position of Director of National Client Services. She managed a significant client portfolio of approximately 31 assets and over 10,000 units. Her expertise spans various areas, including portfolio and financial analysis, business development, and market research. At UAG, she will focus on using analytic insights to identify new opportunities and bolster asset performance.
Strategic Vision
According to
Marc Brutten, the Founder and Chairman of Brixton Capital, the duo brings complementary strengths essential for UAG's continued success. He emphasized the importance of their combined experience and how it would give UAG a significant edge in the multifamily management sector.
Tim Settles, the Founder and CEO of UAG, highlighted how essential these roles are for the next phase of growth, reiterating that both leaders understand that sustainable success is fundamentally linked to strong relationships and operational excellence.
About United Apartment Group
Founded in 1995 and based in San Antonio, Texas, UAG specializes in managing a wide range of multifamily properties, totaling around 35,000 apartment homes across the nation. Their portfolio includes various asset types, such as conventional multifamily housing, affordable living, and new construction. As an affiliate of Brixton Capital, their mission goes beyond traditional management to integrate asset management, construction, and risk management services, aiming to enhance value for owners and investors.
Brixton Capital Overview
Brixton Capital, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a private real estate investment firm focused on multifamily and retail investments. Their leadership team boasts over 25 years of collective experience in commercial real estate. The firm manages a portfolio valued at approximately $2 billion and is currently expanding into select markets on the East Coast. For further information, you can visit
UAGinc.com and
BrixtonCapital.com for more detailed insights into their operations and services.