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Charting a Cross-Disciplinary Path & Resident-First Mindset with Krystal Russell

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Dec 2025

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20 Years of Building Communities & Embracing Change

This year, Megan Murphy, Director of Residential Marketing & Leasing, celebrates 20 years with Vulcan Real Estate. We sat down with her to discuss her career journey, the highs and lows of the real estate industry, her proudest achievements, and what makes her role—and VRE—so special.

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Design in the Age of AI: Celebrating 10 Years of Creativity & Growth

We sat down with visual designer, Deron Hayes-Hirschy, as she marks 10 years with Vulcan Real Estate. In our conversation, she shares her unexpected journey from dance to real estate, the power of visual storytelling, and why she sees artificial intelligence not as a threat, but as a creative collaborator.

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From Seattle to Ukraine and Back: My Journey to Yesler

As I reflect on my journey from nonprofit housing to the Peace Corps, and now Vulcan Real Estate, I think about how a successful built environment is centered around the human experience.
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NAIOP Selects Vulcan Real Estate as North American Developer of the Year

"It's an incredible honor to be named NAIOP's Developer of the Year," said Ada Healey, Chief Real Estate Officer at Vulcan Real Estate. "This recognition reflects the passion and dedication of our team, who bring a deep sense of purpose to every project we undertake."

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Reflecting on 21 Years at Vulcan with Steve Van Til

This year, Steve Van Til, Senior Director of Portfolio Management at Vulcan Real Estate, celebrates his retirement after 21 years with the company. As one of the founding members of Vulcan Real Estate, Steve reflects on his proudest moments, greatest challenges, and the future of Vulcan Real Estate.

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Reflections on a Legacy: Scott Matthews on Shaping Seattle’s Skyline

At Vulcan, decision-making is broad and collaborative. We draw on the full team’s experience rather than a top-down pyramid. It means we examine opportunities from every angle. It takes more time, but it creates better outcomes; that’s the “pixie dust.”

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Vulcan Real Estate: Bold Vision, Lasting Impact

Combining a legacy of building world-class structures with a long-term commitment to the communities it serves, Seattle-based Vulcan Real Estate is helping to redefine urban development in the Pacific Northwest. NAIOP recently recognized Vulcan Real Estate for its decades-long focus on excellence in every area of commercial real estate development.

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