ECI Group: A Commitment to Excellence

ECI Group combines cutting-edge technology with solid, proven controls and standards. Supporting the technology, controls and standards are our people, the nucleus of our business. Each of our unique abilities, progressive ideas, experiences, and our ability to integrate them together, make ECI Group stand above others in the real estate industry.

Henry Hirsch, Founder

In 1969, Henry Hirsch fulfilled his lifelong dream of forming a general contracting business specializing in multi-family housing. ECI began with just a few employees and today is recognized as one of the nation’s premiere real estate firms specializing in the development and management of multi-family properties. Henry’s instinctive character and entrepreneurial spirit served as the catalyst for much of ECI’s expansion. His innate ability to assess a market and execute a development strategy that resulted in maximum profits is precisely what fueled the growth of ECI’s portfolio. As a result, the opportunity came to expand ECI’s services, and offer experience and expertise to third party clients. In addition, Henry made certain to give back to the industry that afforded him great success; he served as President of the Atlanta Apartment Association and served on other industry related advisory boards including the National Apartment Association. This gratitude and appreciation has not ended. Henry’s family founded The Hirsch Family Initiative at his alma mater, Georgia Institute of Technology. Through this initiative students in the Department of Building Construction at Georgia Tech can get first hand experience of multi-family construction and management through coursework and practical application. Henry has left a legacy that will propel ECI for generations to come, and will be looked upon as one of the greatest entrepreneurs of his time.

Board of Directors

David A. Hirsch - Chairman, Phil H. Carlock, Seth R. Greenberg, Stanley “Mickey” Steinberg, Raymond Schoenbaum, Jay McDonald, Nathan Metzger

Management Committee

David Hirsch, CAMS

David Hirsch, Chairman of ECI Group, offers a forward thinking approach to the future direction of ECI. Much of David’s instinct and leadership, gained by working side by side with his father, is reflected throughout the company. He has dedicated himself to optimizing the systems and processes that enable the various departments to operate more efficiently and effectively. David is a very hands-on leader, and takes pride in maintaining the “family-like” atmosphere that has made ECI one of the most respected companies in the industry. Consequently, he serves on many industry advisory boards and is highly involved with legislative affairs that affect the industry. In addition, David serves as a guest lecturer in many of the courses started by his family at Georgia Tech. David holds a Bachelor of Science degree in construction from Southern Polytechnic State University.

Phil H. Carlock, CPM; CAPS

Phil Carlock, Chairman of Executive Committee, has served the company in multiple roles since 1981. His superb leadership and financial acumen has been the catalyst that has enabled ECI to expand its services to third party clients. His intensive focus enables the company to outperform the market even in the most challenging real estate cycles. Phil understands the importance of having the right people, and insists on quality from the ground up. He has been instrumental in expanding ECI's privately owned portfolio as well as offering his expertise and experience to ECI's joint venture partners. Industry leaders depend on Phil to represent their views on a national scope by serving in leadership roles. He was formerly Chairman of the National Apartment Association, President of the Atlanta Apartment Association and previously President of the Georgia Apartment Association, as well as an industry leader in private foundations such as the Georgia Apartment Industry Education Foundation. Phil is a graduate of Georgia State University.

Seth R. Greenberg

Seth serves as Chief Executive Officer of ECI Group, and has expanded the company's portfolio through solid asset management, development, acquisitions and dispositions. Through his vision and extensive due diligence, Seth has positioned ECI to capitalize on the changing demographic trends in major growth markets. He has gained the respect of his peers and earned a reputation for creating profitable niche opportunities within the market. Prior to joining ECI, Seth practiced law in New Jersey and was a judicial law clerk for the Honorable John W. Bissell, United States District Court Judge in Newark, New Jersey. Seth received his Juris Doctorate from Seton Hall School of Law and holds a BA in History and Political Science from the University of Michigan.

Joel Breiner

Joel Breiner, Executive Vice President of Engineered Concepts, Inc. has extensive experience in development and construction management, purchasing contract negotiations, estimating and architectural engineering and design. His 38 years of building experience is invaluable to the planning, execution and development of ECI’s projects. Prior to joining ECI in 1995, Joel held partnership and senior management positions in high profile commercial development construction firms. He is an engineering graduate of The Georgia Institute of Technology.

Harris Carlock, Jr.

Harris Carlock, Jr. serves ECI as Vice President of Property Management and is responsible for management operations, including mentoring and leading a team of outstanding regional managers who oversee their various properties. His experience in employee training and supervision coupled with his hands-on approach and open leadership style has earned him the respect of his colleagues. Harris focuses on developing teams that deliver superior customer service to all of ECI’s customers. He prides himself on being actively involved on the front line, and being responsive to the needs of both his internal and external customers. Harris joined the ECI team in 2001 and has worked in all property level positions including Regional Property Manager. He is a graduate of the University of Alabama where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration.

Jack Misiura

Jack Misiura joined ECI Capital, Inc in 2008 and serves as Vice President of ECI Capital, Inc. He is responsible for acquisitions and development, including the sourcing of raw land for development and acquisitions of existing value added opportunities. He is also responsible for the asset management of existing 34-property portfolio, including portfolio review, performance monitoring, financing/refinancing, and capital expenditure evaluation. His experience in multifamily, commercial conduit loans and client relationships is an essential asset of ECI Capital's development team. Jack holds a Bachelors degree in Business from University of Missouri and a MBA from Penn State University.

Melanie Upchurch

Melanie Upchurch joined ECI Group in 2009. She serves as the Vice President/Controller for ECI Group. Her diversified knowledge of the multi-family industry and its accounting practices as well as asset management, development, 3rd party and JV partnerships makes her an invaluable asset to ECI. As Vice President / Controller, Melanie's primary responsibilities include financial reporting, banking, management, budgeting, financial and development analysis, and construction budget analysis. Her overall communications and team player focus between departments has resulted in increased efficiency and cooperation. Melanie is a graduate of the Florida State University with a BBA in Finance and minor in Accounting.