Recorded at Pratt Podcasting in Scottsdale, the newest episode of the AZ Big Podcast with Michael & Amy has officially dropped. Episode 265 features John Carlson, CEO of Mark-Taylor, who talks about the state of the multifamily market
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John Carlson
John Carlson is CEO of Mark-Taylor Residential, one of Arizona’s leading multifamily real estate companies. Since joining the company in 2002, Carlson has played a pivotal role in its growth, becoming president in 2016 and CEO in 2025. He oversees strategic direction, business development and operational performance across a multibillion-dollar portfolio of apartment communities in Arizona and Nevada.
Known for his people-first leadership philosophy, Carlson emphasizes innovation, transparency and operational excellence. He is a longtime leader in the Arizona Multihousing Association, serving as its chairman in 2019, and has been involved with the National Apartment Association and National Multifamily Housing Council.
Carlson holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Concordia College and is a licensed real estate broker in Arizona and Nevada.
AZ Big Podcast
Hosted by AZ Big Media Editor in Chief Michael Gossie and Vice President and Publisher Amy Lindsey, the AZ Big Podcast takes you behind-the-scenes of some of the most compelling storylines in the Grand Canyon State. The AZ Big Podcast features guests from a variety of industries, including legal, real estate, hospitality, athletics and more. Each episode will be about 15 minutes long to provide quick and concise information about each topic. In other words, it’s an easy listen that’s perfect for your morning or afternoon commute. Episodes post weekly on Tuesdays and are available wherever you listen to podcasts.
