Lia Ellis
Managing Partner & Chief Development Officer
Lia Ellis serves as Managing Partner & CDO, bringing more than 20 years of leadership in healthcare operations, real estate transactions, and capital partnerships. Prior to joining Arundel, Lia led national physician groups and healthcare organizations through complex real estate acquisitions, professional services joint ventures, and M&A transactions valued at over $14 Billion.
Lia’s expertise in navigating regulated, capital-intensive industries translates directly into Arundel’s disciplined approach to investment structuring, risk management, and passive investor alignment. She is responsible for the firm’s investment strategy, capital raising efforts, and investor relations. Lia believes that successful investing is built on a foundation of alignment, transparency, and disciplined execution. Her leadership style blends investor-first service with operational rigor, helping Arundel deliver Best in Class, risk-adjusted opportunities across asset classes and market cycles.
James Ellis
Chief Executive Officer of Arundel Group Holdings
With over 30 years of experience owning and operating a general contracting and engineering firms, James brings unmatched technical leadership and construction expertise to Arundel Development. His career includes the successful delivery of complex projects across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and long-term asset durability.
As CEO, James oversees the firm’s development, construction, and engineering divisions, ensuring each project is executed with precision from initial design through completion. His commitment to operational excellence, paired with a deep understanding of project lifecycle management, allows Arundel to consistently deliver on time and within budget—while maintaining the highest industry standards.
Innovative Real Estate Solutions
Discover how Arundel Development combines expertise and vision to create and acquire exceptional commercial real estate projects. Our projects are designed and acquired with the future in mind, ensuring quality and sustainability.
Mission
To deliver best-in-class, risk-adjusted development solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern communities — with discipline, design integrity, and investor alignment at the core of every decision.
Arundel Development, a real estate development firm based in Southlake, TX, a prime area in the Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex, stands as a beacon of modern real estate innovation, leveraging over 30 years of expertise in engineering and construction. As a proud division of Arundel Group Holdings, we merge traditional craftsmanship with a visionary approach, focusing on multifamily, build-to-rent, smart storage communities, and mobile home parks that have a meticulously design and are financially viable.
Our disciplined, investor-aligned strategy enables us to create projects that cater to the dynamic needs of contemporary residents and future communities. With comprehensive in-house capabilities spanning development, engineering, and construction, we ensure precision and quality from the initial concept through to the final completion of each project.
Every endeavor at Arundel reflects our unwavering commitment to design excellence, financial prudence, and lasting value. We are shaping environments that meet today’s demands and anticipate the needs of tomorrow, fostering sustainable living and community growth.
Values
- Investor First Mentality
- We put our investors at the center of every decision, structuring projects and partnerships that align with long-term financial goals and wealth preservation.
- Excellence in Execution
- From underwriting to asset management, we pursue excellence in every phase of the project lifecycle, creating value where others see complexity.
- Transparency & Integrity
- We believe in clear, honest communication. Our partners receive full visibility into deal performance, risks, and strategies—because trust is our foundation.
- Innovation & Adaptability
- In a constantly shifting market, we stay agile. Our integrated structure enables us to move quickly and decisively, optimizing projects for success in any environment.
- Responsible Stewardship
- We recognize the responsibility that comes with managing investor capital. We approach every opportunity with diligence, care, and a commitment to delivering Best in Class results.
Asset Classes
- Multifamily Value Add
- Build-to-Rent Communities
- Storage Facilities