ABOUT US
RCB Development is a privately held real estate investment and development company headquartered in Charleston, SC. Our team has a substantial track record of discovering risk-adjusted opportunities that maximize return for our investors in the greater Charleston, SC market. Prior to forming RCB Development our team built careers at some of the largest and most well-respected commercial real estate companies in the country. We bring institutional experience, knowledge and management to boutique real estate investing.
Russell Canard
PRINCIPAL
russell@rcbdevelopment.com // 202.441.3142
As a Managing Partner, Russell oversees all acquisitions, leasing, architectural/design and operations for RCB Development. Prior to RCB, Russell was a Principal with Cresa Partners in Washington DC, the largest Tenant-only commercial real estate advisory firm in the country. Since 2001, Russell’s primary role at Cresa was strategizing, developing and implementing real estate plans that were tailored to his clients’ needs, specifically with relocating, renegotiating, purchasing, expanding, and/or downsizing their office space. Russell received a B.A. in Business Management from Gettysburg College.
Reed Brownell
PRINCIPAL
reed@rcbdevelopment.com // 843.860.0954
As a Managing Partner, Reed oversees all acquisitions, financing, marketing and operations for RCB Development. He honed his experience in all facets of real estate while working with Edens in Washington, DC, gaining expertise throughout the Southeast in all aspects of development, construction, management and leasing. After working with Charleston based WRS Development, Reed started his own firm (The Garrison Group), which became the precursor to the formation of RCB Development. Reed received a B.A. in English from the College of Charleston.
Alex Fraser
MANAGING DIRECTOR
alex@rcbdevelopment.com // 843.384.1147
Alex is responsible for overseeing capital markets, acquisitions, development and asset management activity on behalf of RCB Development and its partners. Previously, Alex started his career with Edens, a Real Estate Investment Trust, working in both Washington, DC and Columbia, SC and was a part of Teach For America in Stuttgart, Arkansas. Alex is currently a member of the Clemson Masters of Real Estate Development Advisory Board and has served as the Regional Chair of the Urban Land Institute for Coastal South Carolina. Alex received a B.S. in Financial Management from Clemson University.
Kevin Murphy
DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
kevin@rcbdevelopment.com // 404.942.7017
As Director of Construction Management, Kevin oversees all design and construction related projects for RCB. Prior to RCB, Kevin developed and led a team of project managers in JLL’s Charleston office, where they completed projects that ranged in size from an 1,100 SF tenant upfit to an 172,000 SF build-to-suit office headquarters. Project types varied from office, industrial, historic renovation, and healthcare. Prior to JLL, Kevin was a project manager with a leading national general contractor and managed a diverse range of projects in the corporate interiors, life sciences, higher education and healthcare markets. Kevin received his B.S. in Business Administration from Auburn University.
Mary Davis
DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
mary@rcbdevelopment.com // 864.525.1029
As Director of Property Management, Mary oversees the daily operations of all Commercial Real Estate Assets for RCB Development. Prior to RCB, Mary previously held the position of Real Estate Manager for CBRE, Inc. where she managed a portfolio of over 2 million square feet to include office, industrial and retail. Additionally, she has an extensive background in residential and HOA management. Mary received her B.S. in Parks Recreation and Tourism Management from Clemson University and holds a South Carolina Real Estate License.
Ellen Reifeis
Director of Leasing
ellen@rcbdevelopment.com // 630.484.0431
As Director of Leasing, Ellen oversees the leasing efforts of a 1.3M SF mixed-use portfolio, encompassing over 28 assets and 265 tenants, while working closely with the RCB team on its acquisitions and re-development objectives to strategically grow its market share and maximize returns for investors. Prior to RCB, Ellen previously held the position of First Vice President at CBRE in Chicago, where she specialized in office and medical office leasing for 10 years for a range of clients; from institutional owners to more boutique landlords. Ellen received her B.A. in Communications and Telecommunications with minors in Management and Spanish from Indiana University, graduating Cum Laude.
Lane McDonald
Project Manager
lane@rcbevelopment.com // 336-269-7407
As Project Manager, Lane supports the design and construction of RCB’s portfolio, with a primary focus on coordinating interior construction. Prior to joining RCB, Lane served as Tenant Coordinator at SJC Ventures in Atlanta—a preferred developer of Whole Foods Market—where he managed landlord work obligations while helping national and local tenants navigate their design, construction, and permitting processes. His tenant experience spans office, restaurants, soft goods, and service retailers, including CAVA, Shake Shack, First Watch, Sephora, Salon Lofts, and WeWork. Lane received a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Wofford College.
Jackson Stebbins
Portfolio Associate
jackson@rcbdevelopment.com // 843-607-9246
As Portfolio Associate, Jackson supports the execution of RCB Development’s strategic plans across its portfolio by assisting in day-to-day operations, leasing initiatives, and capital improvements. He collaborates closely with the acquisitions, development, and property management teams to ensure each asset is optimally positioned for long-term growth and value creation. Jackson holds a degree in Real Estate from the University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business, where he developed a strong foundation in financial modeling, market analysis, and commercial real estate principles. Prior to joining RCB Development, he gained valuable experience working at several real estate brokerage and construction firms across South Carolina, further strengthening his understanding of the local market and the full lifecycle of real estate assets.