Our Team

Ryan Hanks started Madison Capital Group in 2009 with the purpose of creating an opportunistic real estate venture that would seek opportunistic returns in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast region. He subsequently founded Go Store It in 2013—Madison’s wholly-owned self-storage operating company and acquisition and development platform—and is responsible for overseeing its investment and operating strategy.

Mr. Hanks has 20 years of real estate experience acquiring and developing apartment communities and storage facilities and has been involved in more than $5 billion in commercial real estate transactions.

Mr. Hanks was previously with Apartment Realty Advisors, the nation’s second largest apartment brokerage firm specializing in the disposition of multifamily communities on behalf of private and institutional investors. Prior to Apartment Realty Advisors, Mr. Hanks served as Vice President of Development and Acquisitions for a public company that specialized in the ownership, management, and development of multifamily communities across the Country, and was responsible for sourcing investment and development opportunities in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast.

Mr. Hanks is a member of the Charlotte Apartment Association, Urban Land Institute, National Multi-Housing Council, and Self-Storage Association. Mr. Hanks attended Liberty University to study Business Administration.

Ken Carpenter is the President and Chief Investment Officer for Madison Capital Group, spearheading the company’s real estate investment management business and overall strategic direction. Previously, Ken led Greystone’s entry into the REIM business with the acquisition of a leading multifamily operator. Prior to Greystone, he led the real estate investment management platform for Cantor Fitzgerald and served as President of a publicly registered, non-listed REIT.

Over his 25-year real estate career, Ken has directed the strategy and execution of multiple real estate investment platforms acquiring, lending, financing, and managing over $14 billion of commercial real estate comprising over 22 million square feet of industrial, office, healthcare, retail, and multifamily properties. Previous leadership roles include Managing Director, Head of America’s for Deutsche Bank’s Asset Finance Group and Managing Director, Global Head of Structured Asset Finance for Wachovia, and later Wells Fargo.

Ken earned a Master of Business Administration from Wake Forest University Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Rochester Institute of Technology.

Joe Teague has 20 years of experience in commercial real estate and related tax planning and business analysis. Joe has expertise in complicated finance structures as well as like-kind exchanges. As an attorney and business consultant, he has managed cumulative business transactions for companies in excess of $1 billion. Since leaving public accounting in 1998, Joe has worked at several premier law firms in the Charlotte area, working with real estate developers, high net worth family offices and private equity firms.

He is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants. Joe is a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne University, where he played varsity baseball, and a graduate of the University of North Carolina School of Law. He has been a CPA for 25 years and a licensed attorney for 20 years. When not at work, Joe enjoys coaching Little League baseball and softball and spending time with his four children.

McCarley Davis brings over two decades of experience in the multifamily residential sector. Known for his strategic vision and operational expertise, McCarley has successfully led the development, capitalization, and management of thousands of apartment units across the Sunbelt.

Before joining Madison Communities, he served as Division President at Quarterra, overseeing Florida's development pipeline, and as Chief Investment Officer at Epoch Residential. McCarley is passionate about fostering growth, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering high-quality communities that elevate the living experience.

Christine Russo has 23 years of real estate experience in the multifamily industry specializing in lease-ups, renovations, and repositions including mixed-use in multiple markets, including Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, Greenville, Atlanta, and Austin. Prior to joining Madison Capital Group, Christine served as Regional Director with Bell Partners, Inc. overseeing the Charlotte, Asheville, and Greenville markets. She also led the focus on its third-party business development initiative and worked closely with the Investment Services Group sourcing new deals. Christine is an active member of the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association, CAM certified, CAP certified, and holds her NC Real Estate License.

Outside of work, you will find Christine on a lacrosse field coaching middle and high school teams in the Charlotte area as well as traveling to lacrosse tournaments with her two daughters.

Joshua Zilke is President of Benco Construction, the general contracting affiliate of Madison Capital Group. He leads construction operations across the Southeast, driving growth, improving execution, and supporting the company’s vertically integrated development platform.

Zilke brings over a decade of experience in the construction industry, with expertise in large-scale multifamily, student housing, and senior living projects. Before joining Benco, he served as Vice President at Harkins Builders Inc., where he led operations in the Carolinas and Central Virginia and helped grow the region to more than $150 million in annual revenue.

He is a licensed professional engineer and general contractor in North and South Carolina. He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering and Management from Virginia Tech, a master’s degree in Civil Engineering as a Via Scholar, and a graduate certificate in real estate development from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Zilke’s project portfolio includes Springhouse Square, Hazel Southpark, Junction 49, and Arden at Indian Land. His work has been published in the Journal of Management in Engineering, reflecting his dedication to advancing best practices in construction leadership.

Ross oversees Madison’s development activity in the South Carolina and coastal North Carolina and Georgia markets. Before joining Madison, Ross was an Associate Vice President of Development for Lifestyle Communities. During his time at Lifestyle Communities, Ross oversaw all of the development activities across the Carolinas for mixed-use multi-family and retail projects including, site acquisition and due diligence, design, construction management, lease-up, asset management and disposition.  Ross was also with Fickling and Company for 6 years and was responsible for all the development activities for numerous projects across the southeast.

Ross received his Bachelor of Business degree in Finance from the University of Georgia.

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Over a career spanning nearly 20 years, Matt has participated in and executed a transaction volume of Multifamily Investment sales, Multifamily Development land, and Limited Partner Equity and Debt placements totaling over $9 billion.

Prior to Madison, Matt was Managing Director at Berkadia Florida, co-head of the firm’s Central and North Florida Core Multifamily Capital Markets team. This included facilitating all aspects of developer’s needs – site selection/ acquisition, Capital pairing and, ultimately, asset disposition. Matt fulfilled similar roles for JLL and Newmark (then Apartment Realty Advisors) in the North and Central regions of the state.

He earned his B.S.in Social Sciences from Florida State University.

Rachael Anderson is the Regional Property Manager for Madison Communities in Charleston. As a Charleston native, she brings extensive local market knowledge. Rachael started her career as a leasing professional during her college studies, and grew in the ranks, gaining understanding of what is needed to be successful in each position held at the site level. She joined Greystar in 2013 as Senior Community Manager and was entrusted as an esteemed mentor among her colleagues. Her communities were awarded several industry awards under her leadership and successfully outperformed the market. She went on the serve as a Multi-Site Manager with Greystar and became the lease up expert in the Charleston market. With a competitive and fun spirit, Rachael produces high performing communities. She believes in the importance of creating a true experience for the residents: Residents who love where they live and become connected to the community will stay and pay a premium for the experience.

Rachael received her Master’s degree from The Citadel in Clinical Counseling. She earned academic membership to the International Honor Society, National Honor Society and served as President of The College of Charleston’s National Honor Society in Psychology. Rachael is licensed in the State of South Carolina as a Property Manager In Charge.

Jamie Zinna is the South Carolina Regional Manager for Madison Communities. Jamie began her career in Property Management in 2013 as a Leasing Professional for Hawthorne Residential Partners. Excelling in her role, she was quickly promoted to Property Manager within just a few short years. In 2020, she joined Madison Communities and has played a pivotal role in bringing new lease up properties to stabilization in the Downtown Charleston market. Jamie greatly values resident relationships, and her community has consistently ranked in the top 1% in the nation for online reputation management, among other awards. In addition, Jamie has a passion for cultivating growth in her teams, and under her leadership, has aided associates to further their own careers in Property Management.

Jamie is originally from Greenville, South Carolina, and moved to Charleston in 2005. She attended the College of Charleston where she received a Bachelor of Science in the field of Psychology. When she’s not working, you can find her at the beach or travelling with her family. 

Joy is an accomplished Regional Property Manager with over 13 years of experience in the multifamily industry. Her passion lies in launching and stabilizing lease-up assets. Joy brings a diverse portfolio knowledge that includes managing assets undergoing major renovations, student housing assets, stabilized and lease up assets. Joy has a range of key strengths such as building strong relationships with residents, training and skill development, team motivation, brand development and execution, leasing, industry networking, as well as operational excellence. Throughout her career, Joy has been recognized for her efforts with accolades such as the Greystar Pillar Award for "People" and the Greystar Pillar Award for "Teamwork". She was also named Association Team Member of The Year by The Apartment Association of Greater Columbia and led Madison Harper Place to win "Community of The Year" for the 2023 Charleston Apartment Association's Diamond Awards. Joy currently resides in Charleston, South Carolina, and is a graduate of the University of South Carolina - Aiken with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

Kim Upton, a seasoned Regional Manager with over 18 years of extensive property management experience, currently oversees the North and South Carolina portfolio for Madison Communities. A native of Charlotte, she brings a deep understanding of the local market as well as broad expertise across multiple states including South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. Kim skillfully manages the physical, financial, and administrative operations of a diverse array of properties, ranging from large multifamily assets to mixed-use developments and new construction lease-ups.

Her expertise extends to value-add renovations, dispositions, and new acquisition due diligence, highlighting her comprehensive approach to property management. Kim holds several industry certifications, including CAM and CPO, and is also an NALP instructor. She actively participates in both the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association and the Upper State Association, reflecting her commitment to advancing industry standards and her passion for sharing knowledge.

Known for her strategic approach and proven leadership abilities, Kim has consistently enhanced the value and performance of the properties under her management, establishing her as a respected leader in the multifamily community. 

As a Florida native, Kelly brings extensive local market knowledge and 30 years’ experience in managing diverse residential properties. She specializes in evaluating and maximizing asset performance, overseeing new construction projects and lease-ups, financial analysis, due diligence, and property renovations. Kelly is a result driven leader adept at optimizing property performance, streamlining operations, and driving resident satisfaction. Her proven track record in financial management, budgeting, and contract negotiations, along with her talent for fostering strong relationships, makes her an outstanding addition to the team. 

Outside of her professional achievements, Kelly is a proud mother of two who loves spending quality time with family and friends.  

Ruthann Klaiber-Curry is a native Pennsylvania resident who moved to Charleston, SC in 2014. Since starting her career in the multi-family industry, she was awarded the Charleston Apartment Association Leasing Professional of the Year award in 2016. In 2018, she was presented the Charleston Apartment Association Direct Member of the Year award and has participated in the Leadership Experience Through Active Development (L.E.A.D) class of 2018-2019. Ruthann was presented with the Board of Directors Member of the Year award in 2021 and the Corporate Professional of the Year award in 2022. She currently serves on the Board of Directors at the CAA as the Vice President.  Over her career she worked her way up through the ranks and has managed both stabilized and lease up communities.  She loves the relationship side of the business, and her passion is training.   As of today, you can find Ruthann at the corporate office of Madison Communities, LLC fulfilling her role as Operations/Yardi Support Manager.