About Our Company
Sovereign Group of Companies, Inc., a family office with a distinct emphasis on commercial real estate, deeply rooted in the dynamic environment of the southwestern United States since the late 1970s. We proudly sit at the intersection of development, partnerships, debt instruments, and direct-equity investments, predominantly in the vibrant markets of the southwestern United States. Our longstanding industry experience, coupled with robust local partnerships, enables us to capitalize on every promising commercial real estate investment opportunity. As both an investor and developer, we wield a holistic understanding of each project's complexities, unlocking maximum potential and value in every venture. At Sovereign, our commitment extends beyond merely managing assets. We leverage our resources, industry acumen, and extensive network to foster enduring partnerships and yield optimal investment outcomes, carving a sustainable legacy in the commercial real estate sector.
Dr. Stephen Weiss, President and CEO
Beginning his real estate endeavors in 1979, Dr. Weiss began acquiring land in the Greater Phoenix area and developing custom estate lots in Scottsdale. After moving to the valley in 1998, Dr. Weiss formed Sovereign Group of Companies, Inc. Dr. Weiss has been the Chief Executive Officer of Sovereign Group of Companies since 1998 and the Designated Broker of Sovereign Real Estate Investments since 2004. Today, Dr. Weiss has over 45 years of experience in real estate acquisition, disposition, development, syndication, and entitlement, and since its formation in 1998, Sovereign Group of Companies has successfully developed residential, multifamily, mixed-use, retail, entertainment, hospitality, office, self-storage and industrial flex properties.
Macey Weiss, Vice President
In 2009, Mr. Weiss graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, concentrating in Business and Psychology. Mr. Weiss later attended California Western School of Law, graduating in December of 2012. He was admitted to the State Bar of California in July of 2013 and the State Bar of Arizona in January of 2014.
After law school, Mr. Weiss joined Maxmont Capital as Capital Advisor and Closing Coordinator and began working with Sovereign as a development consultant in 2015, assisting Sovereign with value-add apartment opportunities as well as entitlement and development opportunities. Mr. Weiss was brought on as Vice President and In-House Counsel in 2017.