Phoenix has long been one of the nation’s strongest growth markets, but as supply, absorption, job creation and affordability pressures shift, the region is entering a new chapter.

In this episode of Multifamily Forward, Mark-Taylor CEO John Carlson is joined by Todd Sanders, President & CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, for a candid conversation on what comes next for the Valley. Together, they discuss how business leaders are viewing this moment, the intersection of housing and workforce development, the policy conversations shaping long-term growth and the responsibilities leaders share in protecting Phoenix’s future.

From infrastructure and economic development to regional identity and market resilience, this episode explores the opportunities and challenges that will define Phoenix’s next era.

Watch now for insights on the future of housing, business and growth in Greater Phoenix.

In this episode of Multifamily Forward, Mark-Taylor welcomes Alexandra Ayres, Managing Principal and Director of Interiors at STG Design, for a conversation on the design decisions that shape how people live, work and connect.

Together, Alexandra and John discuss what it takes to align vision at the start of a project, translate design into measurable performance and create spaces that reflect a brand’s story while supporting day-to-day functionality. From corporate workplace strategy to multifamily environments, this episode explores how thoughtful design can influence leasing, retention, operational efficiency and long-term team connection.

Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the partnership behind Mark-Taylor’s HQ3 office project and the design choices that continue to create impact beyond project completion.

In this episode of Multifamily Forward, we sit down with Ryan Hilbun, Principal at Ryan Scott Group and President of ASU MRED Alumni Association, to break down the mindset, strategy and execution behind scaling a development business.Ryan shares how his journey began at Arizona State University’s MRED program, and how early experience in construction shaped his approach to leadership, risk and team building. From assembling the right people to navigating fixed costs, he explains what it takes to operate with discipline in a competitive environment.The conversation also explores “human-centered” development—what it actually means in practice and how intentional design decisions can influence how people experience and use a space.We also dive into:- Building a company designed to withstand market cycles- Where developers may be overexposed in today’s environment- How rising replacement costs are shaping investment strategy- The role of relationships in long-term successGet insight into what it takes to scale, adapt and lead in today’s real estate market.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music