Brian Stann is the President and CEO of Hunt Military Communities (HMC), the nation’s leading provider of military housing, owning more than 60,000 homes across 57 military installations. Since joining the company in 2021, Brian has led enterprise-wide transformation resulting in significant value creation for shareholders, completed several key acquisitions netting more than 10,000 additional units under management, and delivered cutting edge enterprise grade custom technology that redefines the military resident experience. With nearly two decades of exemplary leadership experience, Brian drives HMC’s mission to deliver high-quality living environments tailored to the needs of military families. He also serves on the Executive Committee of Hunt Companies, developing and executing business strategy for the family-owned principal investment firm.

Previously, he served as Chief Operating Officer at FirstKey Homes, a Cerberus Capital Management Company. Brian oversaw all operations for a portfolio of more than 36,000 single-family rental homes across 25 U.S. markets. During his tenure, he supported the acquisition of over 30,000 homes and executed the largest financial securitization in the Single-Family Rental industry’s history as a partnership between Cerberus Capital Management and Morgan Stanley.

Brian also served as President and CEO of Hire Heroes USA for nine years. Under his leadership, Hire Heroes USA built a national reputation of excellence and was recognized as a best-in-class veteran service organization by the Call of Duty Endowment and the George W. Bush Institute. Brian additionally served as Vice President of Corporate Real Estate for MedAssets, a leading healthcare performance improvement company focused on enhancing financial and operational systems for providers

A decorated Marine, Brian completed two combat tours during Operation Iraqi Freedom and was awarded the Silver Star and numerous other commendations for his service and leadership in combat. After leaving active duty in 2008, he embarked on a unique career as a professional mixed martial artist, becoming the WEC Light Heavyweight Champion and competing in the UFC. Additionally, Brian built a career as a multi-faceted sports broadcaster for the UFC, ACC College Football, and Boxing. Brian’s exceptional track record across military, nonprofit, corporate, and sports sectors reflects his ability to inspire, lead, and succeed in diverse and high-stakes environments.

Mr. Stann received a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the United States Naval Academy, where he played football for the Navy Midshipmen, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management.

Brian continues to give back to the military community serving as Chairman of the Board for Hire Heroes USA and supporting the Character Development program at The United States Marine Corps’ Basic School in Quantico, specifically the Infantry Officer Course (IOC).

He resides in Alpharetta, Georgia with his wife and their five daughters.