Our Team

After more than 30 years of domestic and global real estate development and investment experience, Stephen Ellis founded Ellis Developments Group, a leading real estate development company delivering vibrant residential and mixed-use communities in the Carolinas and southeast United States. As CEO, Stephen has led the company to thousands of residential lots under control, rapidly expanding into new markets throughout the southeastern United States. Stephen is a specialist in forecasting the next wave of development in and around cities with large growth, working with stakeholders to design thoughtful, dynamic neighborhoods that contribute to the beauty, economic vitality and future vision of the surrounding community.

Prior to founding Ellis Developments Group, Stephen has had a life-long career dedicated to commercial and residential property investment, renovation and land development. He has established and led several successful companies internationally, including Ellis Developments QLD, an award-winning development and building company in Queensland, Australia.

Stephen started his career in residential development in the United Kingdom where he quickly climbed the ranks to a management position at Slater Hogg & Howison, one of Scotland’s largest Real Estate Groups. From there, Stephen established his first company, Ellis Property Valuing, which became the largest valuing company on the west coast of Scotland.

Stephen now lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife, Pam. You’ll find Stephen at the gym most mornings, and when he gets any time off work, he loves to travel and explore new cultures, food and wine.

Shawn has over 15 years of experience in construction, mostly specifying in land development.  He has worked with some of the nation’s largest home builders to help deliver some of the area’s top performing neighborhoods.  Throughout his career, he has been responsible for producing almost 5000 lots to allow families to call the area home.  In his role as Director of Development, Shawn is responsible for coordinating, overseeing and constructing finished lots to give our clients a high-quality product.

Brian is a licensed Professional Engineer and LEED AP in North Carolina with over 35 years of experience in homebuilding and land development. He holds a degree in Environmental Engineering from North Carolina State University and brings comprehensive expertise across the full development lifecycle, including design, entitlement, and construction.

Brian began his career as a carpenter and homebuilder before expanding into land development, where he specialized in stormwater design and brownfield revitalization. He has held leadership roles in land development and acquisition with major national builders, including Toll Brothers, Meritage Homes, and Stanley Martin Homes, delivering residential communities across North Carolina.

Currently, Brian leads entitlement and development efforts at Ellis Developments Group, overseeing a diverse portfolio of residential, multifamily, and commercial projects. His combined experience in engineering and construction enables him to deliver high-quality, market-driven developments that meet both regulatory and end-user needs.

In his personal time, Brian has coached Rugby at NC State University to three national championships and enjoys playing bluegrass guitar.