The Rick Bjorgo Award is the highest honor bestowed at MC Companies, recognizing the exceptional individuals who truly embody our core values and drive our success in the multifamily real estate industry. We are thrilled to announce that two outstanding leaders, Jose Gutierrez and Sabrina Tamez, have been selected as the recipients of the 2025 Rick Bjorgo Award.
What the Rick Bjorgo Award Represents
This prestigious annual award is a meaningful opportunity to recognize employees who consistently lead with vision, integrity, and impact across MC Companies. It celebrates the dedication of individuals who go above and beyond to uplift others, inspire their team, and foster a culture of excellence.
The winners of this award are more than just high performers; they are the cultural architects who ensure every interaction and decision reflects the MC Companies standard of servant leadership and commitment to our residents and investors.
Introducing the 2025 Honorees
This year, the nominations committee received powerful testimonials showcasing incredible dedication. We are proud to honor two individuals whose efforts have made a profound difference in both operations and community engagement:
Recipient 1: Jose Gutierrez, Service Technician at The Place at El Prado
Jose Gutierrez was nominated for demonstrating unparalleled integrity and accountability in his vital role within maintenance. He continually inspires those around him by focusing on making his team better, exhibiting a collaborative spirit, and always coming forward with solutions to problems.
- Key Highlight: Jose sets the bar for resident satisfaction. His nomination highlighted a common refrain from residents: “It’s always Jose is the best, Jose is so kind, I only want Jose in our home.” Even during stressful times, he maintains a positive, smiling attitude, embodying the very best of MC Companies’ dedication to service and conduct.
Recipient 2: Sabrina Tamez, Property Director at The Place at Briarcrest
Sabrina Tamez is celebrated for her tremendous impact on team morale and community atmosphere. As a Property Director, she has provided excellent training on MC policies and significantly improved the overall environment at The Place at Briarcrest.
- Key Highlight: Sabrina exemplifies the award’s spirit by making a conscious effort to uplift others. She provides good feedback, encouragement, and ensures the team is always acknowledged for their hard work. Furthermore, she invests time in planning fun resident events and is always willing to go above and beyond, including staying late to ensure the team is set up for success.
Leading with Vision, Integrity, and Impact
The efforts of both Jose Gutierrez and Sabrina Tamez underscore the strength of our team and the values we hold dear at MC Companies. Their dedication ensures we remain leaders in the multifamily real estate sector, providing exceptional service and building strong communities.
Please join us in offering heartfelt congratulations to the 2025 Rick Bjorgo Award winners. We are grateful for their extraordinary leadership and their commitment to the continued success of MC Companies!
Leading with Vision, Integrity, and Impact
The efforts of both Jose Gutierrez and Sabrina Tamez underscore the strength of our team and the values we hold dear at MC Companies. Their dedication ensures we remain leaders in the multifamily real estate sector, providing exceptional service and building strong communities.
Please join us in offering heartfelt congratulations to the 2025 Rick Bjorgo Award winners. We are grateful for their extraordinary leadership and their commitment to the continued success of MC Companies!