Category: Industry Recognition

2025 Titan 100

Chief Executive Officer Molly McShane was selected as a 2025 Chicago Titan 100 honoree. The Titan 100 program recognizes the top 100 CEOs & C-level executives who most accomplished business leaders in their industry and demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision, and passion.

Chicago’s Largest Women-Owned Businesses

The McShane Companies was named the second-largest woman-owned business in Chicago for the third year in a row, by Crain’s Chicago Business. The firm is the only real estate developer to appear in the list’s top 25 companies. Molly McShane serves as The McShane Companies’ majority owner, as well as Chief Executive Officer.

2024 Shero

Molly McShane was named the 2024 Shero by The Goldie Initiative. This prestigious award is given to one woman each year who is regarded as a hero for her outstanding achievements in the commercial real estate industry and her dedication to mentoring women and changing the corporate culture to allow more women to succeed.

2024 Notable Leaders in Commercial Real Estate

Chief Executive Officer Molly McShane and President David Friedman were named to Crain’s Chicago Business’ list of Notable Leaders in Commercial Real Estate. Named CEO of The McShane Companies in 2020, Molly navigated the challenges of the pandemic while expanding the company, including putting $2.5 billion of construction work in place and selling $461 million in […]

2022 Next Generation Award

Development Manager Mike Fausone received Connect CRE’s 2022 Next Generation Award. The Next Generation Award honors rising stars for their accomplishments in the commercial real estate industry. As Development Manager, Mike oversees the firm’s development projects in the greater Chicago area and southeastern United States. He monitors economic and industry trends and identifies new ground-up […]

2021 Lawyers in Real Estate

Dan McShane was named to Connect CRE’s 2021 list of Lawyers in Real Estate. The award honors attorneys from across the country who excel in their practices as well as their contributions to the community. With more than 20 years of experience, Dan serves as Chief Strategy Officer and General Counsel for The McShane Companies. He coordinates strategic planning and […]