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Get To Know

Our Team

The Sharing The Good Life Foundation operates out of the MC Companies corporate office located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Our reach, however, extends far beyond our home office as we provide financial assistance to non-profit organizations in locations where MC communities are located. This includes Arizona, Texas, and Nevada. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors and the daily activities are the responsibility of the Director of Philanthropy.

Board of Directors

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Lyn Marquis

PRESIDENT
Lyn is Director of Philanthropy at MC’s Sharing The Good Life Foundation and has over 20 years of experience working with some of the biggest names in Arizona, including Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC), Arizona State University Foundation, Arizona School for the Arts, and Elevate International, Inc.
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Greg Flatt

VICE PRESIDENT
Greg is originally from Monterey, CA, and has lived in Tucson for the past 25 years. He has spent the past 20 years in the property management industry, starting as a community manager of a 72-unit community and now managing a portfolio of 1,300 apartment homes. He enjoys having the opportunity to teach and elevate team members, as well as helping to build a strong company culture. In his spare time, Greg is spends time outdoors with his sons, enjoy activities such as hiking, kayaking, or paddleboarding.
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Lisa Taylor

SECRETARY
Lisa is the Director of Regulatory and Legal Services at MC Companies. Prior to joining MC in 2014, Lisa had a 33 year career as a corporate paralegal with several prominent Phoenix law firms. She has broad experience in corporate, securities, real estate and business law matters. Lisa directs legal matters and works with legal counsel. She manages our insurance procurement and claims, serves as the company’s risk manager and regulatory compliance officer, and coordinates property tax appeals. Lisa supports all departments and provides regular assistance to our executive and management teams.
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Freddie Thornton

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Freddie is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at MC Companies, bringing over 24 years of multifamily industry experience. Having held nearly every position from Leasing to CFO, she leads the Accounting and Administration teams with deep operational insight and a passion for excellence.
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Connie Britt

DIRECTOR
Connie has been the Property Director at The Place at Green Trails for more than 15 years and has called Houston home for over two decades. Having grown up in a military family, she values community, connection, and the city’s incredible diversity. Connie is passionate about giving back and takes pride in contributing to an organization that makes a positive impact on residents’ lives.
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Ricky Salinas

DIRECTOR
Ricky brings over 25 years of experience in the multifamily industry, having served in roles ranging from Porter and Maintenance Technician to Service Manager and now Regional Service Manager. With additional expertise in construction and electrical work, he offers a comprehensive understanding of every aspect of multifamily maintenance and operations.
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John Krauss

DIRECTOR
John brings more than four decades of construction experience to MC Companies, spanning single-family, custom home, commercial, and multifamily projects. He began his journey with MC Companies as a superintendent and project manager before advancing to his current role as Vice President of Construction. John is passionate about his craft and proud to contribute to the continued growth and success of the MC family.
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Member Emeritus

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Ross McCallister

Member Emeritus and Principal at MC Residential
Ross is Principal at MC Residential and 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. He feels passionate about making our communities better and giving back is something he models daily. As one of the founders of MC’s Sharing The Good Life Foundation, he encourages everyone to get involved and help make the world a better place. Ross is active with several charitable causes, including Abbie School for Autism and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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Patty McCallister

Member Emeritus and Principal at MC Companies
Patty is one of the Founders and Principal of MC Companies, and has been instrumental in the successful development, construction and renovations of the company’s multi-family communities. Patty is an alumna of New Mexico State University where she attended on a Journalism scholarship. She is a certified interior designer, past licensed real estate agent, and a licensed massage therapist. Patty’s diverse interests and experience provide a unique perspective to Sharing The Good Life. She believes in a holistic approach to everyday life as well as to giving back. She knows how important it is to consider all aspects of a person, the spiritual as well as physical, and she imparts that perspective to her charitable activities. Among the causes Patty supports are Multiple Sclerosis, Autism, Cystic Fibrosis, Breast Cancer, and The Girl Scouts of America.
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Ken McElroy

Member Emeritus and Principal at MC Residential
For over two decades, Ken McElroy has achieved great success in the real estate world, spanning investment analysis, property management, acquisitions, and property development. With over $750 million in investment dollars in real estate, Ken offers a unique perspective on how to maximize your return on investment. Ken’s commitment to the success of MC Companies is rooted in his desire to help others live their best lives. His passion for real estate, speaking, writing, and philanthropy is always embedded in his daily guidance, whether it be in a meeting at MC or a speaking engagement across the world. Never taking life for granted, Ken is active in the community. He has served on advisory boards for Child Help and AZ Food Banks, where he conducted the largest food drive in the state of Arizona. Ken served as the Walk Chair for Autism Speaks Arizona in both 2015 and 2016. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC).