Changing the face of a great city isn’t easy – it takes vision, purpose, and most of all, commitment.
It’s one thing to build—Something else to create.
Poe Companies is a visionary real estate investment, development and management firm based in Louisville, Kentucky. To maximize the potential of our projects, we look at each one as a new opportunity to overcome challenges and create functional, valuable developments, whether it’s from the ground up or a pre-existing development. Poe Companies doesn’t follow the usual path—we lead the way to new and resourceful solutions.
Steve Poe has been in the construction and development business virtually his entire life. After attending Purdue University and studying engineering and accounting, he returned to work in his family’s construction business in 1977. In the mid 1980s he began developing single-family subdivisions and building houses. That led to developing multi-family projects and major subdivisions. In the late 1990s, Steve began focusing almost exclusively on income-producing properties through Poe Investments, which later developed into Poe Companies. Over the years, he has developed numerous shopping centers, apartment complexes, office buildings and hotels, including the 620-room convention hotel, Louisville Marriott Downtown. He has developed and managed over 900 apartments in the Louisville area.
Steve has always taken a long term view of the development business, the foundation for which is based on creating long term value. He has steadily built strategic relationships with firms like White Lodging, The Alter Group, REI, Marriott, and most of the major brokerage firms. Steve believes that long term relationships lead to long term profits. Poe Companies has formed a strong management team, which includes seasoned veterans in the fields of financial management and construction management, which is taking them to the next level.
Today, Poe Companies has over $1 billion in projects under development. Among the major projects are Museum Plaza, a 1.5million square-feet, 62 story mixed-used development located in Downtown Louisville’s historic West Main Street district that will include retail and office space, high-end condominiums and modern loft units, a luxury hotel and world-class modern-art museum, and will also be home to two major University of Louisville graduate school programs. This project has received world wide attention as one of the top five most exciting construction projects in the world today.
Another mixed-used, high-profile urban project spearheaded by Steve is RiverPark place, located on Louisville’s east waterfront along the Ohio River, inside the City’s Waterfront Park – one of the top 10 urban parks in the country. This project also includes retail and office space, along with nearly 1500 luxury condominiums and lofts and a 150 slip marina, Louisville’s largest. RiverPark Place is being developed jointly with Louisville’s Waterfront Development board and is a multi-year project. Also currently in development is a 21C Hotel and Apartments in Austin, TX.
In addition to these large scale projects, Steve has also expanded and diversified Poe Companies in recent years to include multiple commercial and multi-family developments in the southeastern and southwestern United States, as well as a resort planned for the Central American country of Belize.
Among his peers, Steve is known for utilizing an entrepreneurial approach to development, conquering complex projects and creating strategic partnerships. Rather than specializing in one type of development, Steve looks for underperforming assets, where value can be created and risk minimized.
Steve remains active in both the industry and community. He currently serves as a Board Member of the Louisville Free Public Libraries, Board Member and former President of the Louisville Apartment Association. In the past Steve served as Chairman of the Home of the Innocents Capital Campaign and trustee to the University of Louisville. In addition, he has received several awards, including the Kentucky 10th Annual Governor’s Economic Leadership Silver Award in 2005 and the Silver Anchor Award from Friends of the Waterfront in 2007.
After attending Sullivan University, Tiffany Nolot began her real estate career in 1993 when she joined Poe. She began in the accounting department overseeing the books for several residential real estate ventures. She then began working one-on-one with clients/real estate agents and closing attorneys on sales of residential homes. Duties included following a sale from the time the contract was signed by a buyer; to overseeing the process of the home being built; to the closing and then the one year warranty period. These duties also included overseeing the operations of a real estate company with the Broker on behalf of Poe. As a result of these duties she has overseen and sat on the boards of over 10 residential home owners associations and condo regimes. Duties including, but no limited to, keeping financial records, annul maintenance and turnover to the residents once completed.
As the company evolved Tiffany took on more responsibilities and roles including the management of retail commercial space and the main office responsibilities of property management of various apartment complexes owed by Poe. This role included communicating with the on site managers of the various projects regarding day to day operations and review of annual budgets. All final decisions of annual budgets and larger repairs would be taken to ownership for approval.
Tiffany is also very active in the industry and community, currently serving on the Southern Indiana Home Builders Board of Directors, Board of Directors and past President of CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) and company representative of the Louisville Apartment Association.
Jodi joined the Poe Companies team in 2011 as CFO and has become a valuable asset to the team. Upon graduating Magma Cum Laude, from the University of Kentucky in 1996, Jodi began her C.P.A. career with Arthur Anderson, LLP in Louisville, KY. While working in the public accounting arena, Jodi gained valuable experience in both the auditing and tax sectors. Her exposure to a wide range of industries and companies led to her passion in working for entrepreneurs in small to mid-sized businesses. She strengthened her business and accounting acumen by working for several years as the controller for Greenebaum Doll & McDonald, PLLC, a large and prestigious regional law firm. Then, in an effort to focus on raising her young family while still igniting her entrepreneurial spirit, Jodi moved on to the role of Director of Finance and Administration for The DeLor Group, Inc. and subsequently, Red Giant Interactive, LLC, two Louisville-based creative agencies. Jodi’s tax and partnership experience has already proven very helpful in strategic planning and deal structure at Poe Companies.
If you need a special project completed Jonas is the person to take it on. After being with Poe for 11 years, Jonas is never surprised at his current task to complete. After working on several local residential projects including Hurstbourne Springs, Polo Fields, and Glen Oaks, he has the ability to work with decorators and homeowners with ease. He understands what measures need to be taken whether it is a starter home or a several million dollar commercial project.
Brook brings over 28 years of construction experience and has knowledge and hands on training in a multitude of development aspects including residential, commercial, industrial and institutional. After graduation with his construction management degree, Brook dove into the residential sector and worked his way right up to high rise buildings. Brook is ready to take on any challenge or project that is ready to be built.
Jim’s dedication, determination, drive and motivation are just a few of the ideal qualities that make him a perfect fit for the role of Construction Director at Poe Companies. With over 20 years in the construction industry, Jim is a seasoned professional in all financial, scheduling and compliance matters. He’s brought a whole new skill set to our team and we are confident in his leadership both in the field and the office. Prior to joining Poe Companies, Jim, a University of Cincinnati Alumni, served as VP of Construction while building over 17 theaters in ten states, and Senior Construction Manager for several years.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and operational
Located near Interstate 265 in the rapidly growing Westport Road area, this property is an ideal fit for medical or dental use. Springhurst Towne Center adjacent to the property, makes it is a perfect fit for your next office. With a total of close to 69,000 square feet, we can accommodate any size office. There is also one remaining out lot for sale or lease and an additional phase for the project to expand. Current tenants include Montessori School of Louisville, Bluegrass Pain Management, Panera, DaVita Dialysis and East End Foot & Ankle.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and operational
Kentucky Home Square is an open air-strip center located in historic Bardstown, Kentucky just 30 miles East of Louisville. Situated on 19.51 acres on the corner of KY HWY 245 and US HWY 31E in the center of Bardstown with over 150,000 square feet of retail including tenants such as AutoZone, Tractor Supply, Sykes Call Center, PNC Bank, Dollar Tree, Pizza Hut, KFC, Walgreens and Cato. Future plans include over 10,000 square feet of additional leasable space along KY-245 . Tremendous residential and commercial growth in the area makes Kentucky Home Square a perfect fit in the community.
PROJECT STATUS: under development
This unique project which includes a Museum, Hotel, Restaurant and Residential Complex (lofts or condos) located in the booming downtown of Austin, TX just one block from the city’s main street – Congress Avenue – and one block from the Austin Convention Center. This soaring, 44-story addition to Austin’s burgeoning skyline will house 21c Austin and will be home to the project’s 208-room hotel, 202 residential units, spa, pool, museum, restaurants and other amenities. The project, including an underground parking garage, with a total of 779,000 square feet representing a $200-million investment.
PROJECT STATUS: under development
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Austin and within the Teravista community of I-35, this development is in close proximity to the University of North Texas, Ikea, and 2 major hospitals located within 3 miles of the community. Shopping isn’t far off either-the new Round Rock Premium Outlet mall and the additional large scale retial center planned next to the mall with a grocery stor inside will certainly make all of shopping needs convenient. The Fairway Knoll at Teravista will offer approximately 60,000 square feet of commercial space along the frontage of University Boulevard and 318 Class A apartment units in the rear with golf course views in the North.
PROJECT STATUS: sold
Austin Developers, Ltd. is an entity consisting of Poe Companies, White Lodging Services and REI Real Estate Services. This site is approximately 27.5 acres and located in Park Central along I-35, in between F.M. Highway 734 (Parmer Lane Overpass) and Yager Lane (click here for map location). In addition to the completed and sold fitness building and the available office buildings, the developers have added a Hilton Garden Inn, a Courtyard and Fairfield Inn by Marriott Hotels, and 1 acre commercial out-lot.
PROJECT STATUS: sold
Poe Companies formed a joint venture with REI Real Estate Services, and partnered with Mays & Lees to build a mixed-use development located at the corner of Price Road and 202 Freeway in Chandler, Arizona. The development includes joint hotels, Courtyard & Fairfield Inn by Marriott, over 190,000 square feet of class A office space and a four-story parking garage. Chandler Echelon is a multi-phase project that will cover approximately 20 acres upon completion.
Plaza Office Park is located in a high-end corporate campus setting in northeast Louisville and consists of 3 Class “A” office buildings and a conference center totaling over 220,000 square feet. Executive offices are surrounded by common areas constructed of dark cherry trim, marble flooring, and plush carpet. Buildings offer a security system, state-of -art HVAC monitoring and controls, and contiguous conference facility which accommodates an audience of 100. The three plazas sit on a beautifully, manicured 13-acre site.
Click here to see a street view map of the prime location of the Plaza at Hurstbourne.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Forest Green is an open-air shopping center off the busy Hurstbourne Parkway near office parks and populated residential area in North Louisville. Shares space with Springhill Suites Hurstbourne by Marriott, a 142-room hotel, also a Poe project. Current tenants include McAlister’s Deli, Century 21, Forest Green Dentistry and Edward Jones. The center is approximately 48,716 square feet.
Click here to see the prime location of the Shoppes at Forest Green.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
This 140,000 sq ft strip was purchased in 2006 and re-developed with the new Whole Foods Market anchor. Located in the city’s hottest shopping district, Bluegrass Manor open-air shopping center sits next to Mall St. Matthews, faces Shelbyville Road and houses Whole Foods Market, Toys-R-Us and Urban Active fitness club (the largest facility in it’s chain). 
PROJECT STATUS: under development
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Blankenbaker Crossings offers garden-style apartments featuring clubhouse with fitness center and business center, swimming pool and tennis court. With units including custom cabinetry, high speed internet availability, intrusion alarms, walk-in closets and washer/dryer connections you will feel right at home. The project also offers a guest suite and clothes care facility. Come take a look at this fantastic project located off Blankenbaker Parkway in eastern Jefferson County, the community is just minutes away from I-64.
PROJECT STATUS: Poe Companies acts as consultant to owner of project
Located just north of Downtown Louisville, Champions Pointe is the newest Golf course Community to Southern Indiana. With over 740 home sites wrapped around a championship Fuzzy Zoeller/Clyde Johnson designed, 180-hole golf course covering 243 acres of lush rolling hills. With water, bridges and green landscaping at your back door, who could ask for more? Imagine what it would be like to live like a champion and come see for yourself what Champions Pointe has to offer.
PROJECT STATUS: under development
This unique project which includes a Museum, Hotel, Restaurant and Residential Complex (lofts or condos) located in the booming downtown of Austin, TX just one block from the city’s main street – Congress Avenue – and one block from the Austin Convention Center. This soaring, 44-story addition to Austin’s burgeoning skyline will house 21c Austin and will be home to the project’s 208-room hotel, 202 residential units, spa, pool, museum, restaurants and other amenities. The project, including an underground parking garage, with a total of 779,000 square feet representing a $200-million investment.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and operational
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Austin and within the Teravista community of I-35, this development is in close proximity to the University of North Texas, Ikea, and 2 major hospitals located within 3 miles of the community. Shopping isn’t far off either-the new Round Rock Premium Outlet mall and the additional large scale retail center planned next to the mall with a grocery store inside will certainly make all of shopping needs convenient. The Fairway Knoll at Teravista will offer approximately 60,000 square feet of commercial space along the frontage of University Boulevard and 318 Class A apartment units in the rear with golf course views in the North.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Southgate was built with luxury and comfort in mind with outstanding amenities, floor plans and views. Residents share:
This community offers one & two bedroom and loft floor plans with optional fireplace and balcony or patio.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
GlenOaks golf course community has so much to offer from the excellent 18 hole golf course to choosing the opportunity to live in Jefferson or Oldham County. The 260-lot community is one of the most successful developments in the area. Property features 
estate section, golf course home sites, clubhouse, and pool.
Summit Place offers many wonderful amenities along with elegance, quality and convenience in addition to its ideal location. Just minutes from great shopping and Gene Snyder Expressway. Amenities include a guest suite, clubhouse, swimming pool, clothes care facility, tennis and basketball courts and an outdoor recreational park with fitness stations and a picnic area. Available floor plans include 1 BR, 2 BR and lofts with additional features such as garages or balcony/patio views.
PROJECT STATUS: completed & sold
Fenwick Place Apartments feature one and two bedroom apartment homes. Each apartment is equipped with washer & dryer connections. Other available features include:
Tenants also enjoy access to the 24 hour fitness center, pool, lighted tennis court, jogging trails and business center.
PROJECT STATUS: competed and sold
This golf community features 500 + lots, clubhouse, pool and access to Chatham Park.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and operational
Grinstead Place is the ideal location for young, active professionals. This 28-unit development is nestled in the Highlands off Grinstead Avenue in Louisville, KY. The rental community will have secure, garage parking and close access to vibrant Bardstown Road, downtown Louisville, Interstate 64 and just minutes from the malls of St. Matthews. Poe Companies partnered with REI Investments to make this development a reality in the spring of 2011. Construction is scheduled to be completed by winter of 2011.
Click here to see a map of the Grinstead Place location.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and operational
Located in the heart of downtown, the Fairfield Inn and Suites Louisville is the ideal spot for business and pleasure travelers alike. Whether staying in a large well-appointed guest room or an executive suite equipped with a microwave and mini-fridge, guests at this Louisville suites hotel enjoy a free continental breakfast, free Internet access, an indoor pool, and fitness center. Near the Fairfield Inn & Suites Louisville are the Convention Center, Jewish Hospital, Kosair’s Children’s Hospital, University of Louisville Hospital, KFC Yum! Center and the electric atmosphere of 4th Street Live. This modern Louisville suites hotel is surrounded by shopping and dining areas and is convenient to Churchill Downs and the city’s waterfront. For business functions or receptions, the Fairfield Inn and Suites Louisville has 2,130 sq. ft. of meeting space.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
The Residence Inn Louisville Downtown is in the heart of the medical district and a popular choice for both business travelers and vacationers. Convenient to University, Jewish and Norton Hospitals, this Louisville extended stay hotel has the amenities seasoned travelers expect, well appointed studios and 1-and 2-bedroom suites with luxurious bedding, high-speed Internet access, plenty of workspace, full kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and grocery shopping service. To ensure your day starts and ends on a good note, this Louisville extended stay hotel offers a free HomeTouchSM hot breakfast daily and an evening manager’s reception. Other touches the Residence Inn Louisville Downtown
offers are a fitness center, indoor pool and 3 meeting rooms. The location of this Louisville extended stay hotel is ideal to grasp all the city has to offer – excellent shopping, Waterfront Park, 4th Street Live, the Yum! Center, Louisville Slugger Museum, and Churchill Downs.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Just off I-64, near attractions like the Louisville Slugger Museum and Churchill Downs, our Hurstbourne hotel’s smartly designed studio suites provide well-defined areas for working, relaxing and sleeping, and offer amenities such as free Wi-Fi, large desks, pantries with mini-fridges, coffee makers and microwaves, plus comfortable, flexible seating and pull-out sofa beds. The hotel near Hurstbourne Lane offers a well-equipped fitness room, inviting indoor pool and hot tub. Amenities include:
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
This hotel is located just off of I-265 exit 32 and Westport Road in Springhurst Commons with convenient access to local shopping and dining. A favorite of business travelers, the Courtyard Louisville Northeast is accessible to nearby local 
companies such as Anthem/Wellpoint, Ford Motor Truck Plant, General Electric Appliance Park and UPS. Location Amenities include:
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Located just off of I-265 exit 32 and Westport Road in Springhurst Commons and convenient to local shopping and dining, The Residence Inn Louisville Northeast is easily accessible to local businesses such as Anthem/Wellpoint, Ford Motor Truck Plant, General Electric Appliance Park and UPS. Also nearby Tom Sawyer State Park, downtown Louisville and Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. The Louisville hotel amenities include a heated indoor pool/whirlpool, 24 hour fitness facility, 24 hour business center, complimentary wireless Internet access and on-site parking.
PROJECT STATUS: under development
This unique project which includes a Museum, Hotel, Restaurant and Residential Complex (lofts or condos) located in the booming downtown of Austin, TX just one block from the city’s main street – Congress Avenue – and one block from the Austin Convention Center. This soaring, 44-story addition to Austin’s burgeoning
skyline will house 21c Austin and will be home to the project’s 208-room hotel, 202 residential units, spa, pool, museum, restaurants and other amenities. The project, including an underground parking garage, with a total of 779,000 square feet representing a $200-million investment.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
An all-suite property, the hotel features comfortable accommodations with fully furnished kitchens, separate living and sleeping areas and plenty of room to spread out. One of the best extended stay hotels in Austin Texas, the hotel offers proximity to Tech Ridge, and preferred with Dell World Headquarters, Samsung and Applied Materials. Some amenities include:
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Designed for comfort, each of the suites come standard with a kitchen area with mini-fridge, microwave and wet bar as well as 32″ LCD TVs and luxury bedding package.. The all-suites north Austin hotel is located just 10 minutes from downtown, easily accessible to many fine restaurants, entertainment venues, the University of Texas, the North Austin Medical Center and more. An outstanding location for business travelers, our hotel puts you in close proximity to Dell, Samsung, IBM, Free Scale, HP, Intel, and Applied Materials. Amenities include:
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Poe Companies formed a joint venture with REI, Inc., and partnered with Mays & Lees to build a mixed-use development located at the corner of Price Road and 202 in Chandler, Arizona. The Courtyard Chandler shares a common expansive fitness center, business center, and meeting rooms with the adjacent Fairfield Inn & Suites. The focal point of the new lobby is the GoBoard – a 52-inch LCD touch screen where you can find all attractions and directions to places near this Chandler accommodation. At the Courtyard Chandler, guests also enjoy The Bistro – Eat. Drink. Connect., a new dining concept serving breakfast and dinner, grab and go items, coffee, and full bar. At this Chandler accommodation, you can also relax around a fire-pit in the outdoor courtyard or enjoy a sunset swim in our pool. Located off of 202 and 101 and in the heart of the area’s corporate district, the Courtyard Chandler is just minutes from Sky Harbor Airport as well as Phoenix Mesa Airport, and convenient to several golf courses, the Fashion Square Center, Lone Butte Casino, and the entire metropolitan area.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Poe Companies jointly developed with REI, Inc. a Courtyard Inn by Marriott located off of the Happy Valley exit at I-17, North of 202. Built with four meeting rooms at over 2,600 square feet of meeting space.
PROJECT STATUS: under development
Poe Companies has formed a Joint Venture with one of the most respected businessmen in Belize to create an exotic upscale hotel and condo development on the island of False Caye off the shore of Belize. The resort will offer breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea from all around this private and secluded getaway.
PROJECT STATUS: under development
Located on the northeast corner of the city’s town square, 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville will support the renewal of downtown Bentonville and serve as an additional catalyst for culture, entertainment and economic growth. It will be woven into the fabric of downtown, welcoming both visitors and members of the community to experience its rotating exhibitions, participate in its programs and enjoy its culinary offerings. With more than 12,000 square feet of exhibition, meeting and event space, 21c will present curated, rotating exhibitions, dynamic installations and live art events.
The preliminary plan features a five-story contemporary building with an active street level presence. With 130 rooms, including suites, the hotel will offer a spa, fitness center and other amenities. The hotel also will feature a restaurant that supports sustainable agriculture and serves contemporary cuisine showcasing locally grown and produced ingredients. The property in Bentonville will be designed, constructed, and operated incorporating green practices and using sustainable materials.
PROJECT STATUS: completed and sold
Some of the amenities at the North Austin hotel include the GoBoard, a 52-inch LCD touch screen to help you navigate the area, and private media pods equipped with free high-speed Internet, power outlets and flat screen TVs. Guests will enjoy well-appointed, newly designed rooms and suites featuring complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TVs with free HBO, and a pull-out sofa for maximum comfort.
At Poe Companies, we believe that development is about possessing a strong, solid vision. We use our vision to uncover unique development opportunities that create the most value for our investors while improving the property and community through the utilization of our significant experience and strategic resources.
Our involvement doesn’t end when we hand you the keys. From asset and property management to marketing and leasing, we help maximize the use and function of every property we manage. When it comes to managing your property, we employ a hands-on ownership attitude to capitalize on opportunity.
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