Leadership
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Team
Zac Sugarman
Chief Executive Officer
Zac is Chief Executive Officer and a licensed attorney. With a background in law and real estate, he leads the Company’s strategy, growth, and execution across its platform.
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Kaileigh Pickett
Vice President of Operations & Development
Kaileigh is Vice President of Operations and Development and a licensed Real Estate Agent. With broad experience across marketing, HR, property management, operations, and development, she plays a key role in supporting teams and advancing initiatives across the Company.
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Connor Westerheide
Vice President of Capital Management & Development
Connor leads Capital Management and Development. He oversees the Company’s development pipeline and brings a strong background in finance and lending, with experience guiding projects from underwriting through construction and completion.
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JL Dowell
Vice President of Senior Living
JL leads Borror Senior Living and is a Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS). With extensive experience across all facets of senior living—from maintenance and operations to compliance and affordable housing—he oversees occupancy, budgeting, maintenance, and employee relations across the portfolio.
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Matt Sexton
Vice President of Accounting & Finance
Matt is Vice President of Accounting and Finance and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He manages the Company’s financial operations, including accounting, reporting, and planning, supporting strategic decision-making and long-term performance.
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Jacqui Hayden
Director of Tax Credit Development
Jacqui is Director of Tax Credit Development. With a background in accounting and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs, she advances affordable housing initiatives by sourcing opportunities, securing financing, and guiding tax credit projects from concept through completion.
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Founder & Chairman
Doug Borror
Doug Borror is a Columbus native with a long track record of entrepreneurial leadership and deep expertise in the Central Ohio real estate market. He first obtained his real estate license in 1978 and has held his real estate broker’s license since 1983. Over the course of his career, Doug has successfully launched and grown multiple businesses with extensive experience in residential, mixed-use, apartment, and master-planned community development and construction. His leadership and industry insight continue to guide the company’s strategic direction and ensure its developments respond to the needs of today’s marketplace. As CEO of Dominion Homes, Doug transformed the company from a $20 million privately held family business to a $600 million publicly-traded homebuilder. In 2008, he founded BORROR with a vision of creating high-quality places to live across Ohio with a particular focus on urban infill developments in the Short North. In 2015, the Borror family was inducted into the Building Industry Association (BIA) Hall of Fame in recognition of their lasting contributions to the homebuilding industry Doug has also demonstrated a strong commitment to civic and community leadership. He served nine years on The Ohio State University Board of Trustees, serving as Vice Chair from 2010-2012 and has held board roles with Columbia Gas of Ohio, Bank Insurance Corporation, and Huntington National Bank. Doug is equally committed to philanthropy and community service. He founded the Borror Family Foundation in 2002 and has served on the boards of numerous nonprofit organizations, including the Epilepsy Association, Recreation Unlimited, Goodwill Advisory Board, American Heart Association, The Wellington School, Capitol South Redevelopment Corporation, and the Riverfront Commons Commission. Outside of BORROR, Doug and his wife Kim enjoy skiing, and spend their winters in Colorado. He is also an avid supporter of the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Co-Founder & Director
Lori Steiner
Lori Steiner is a licensed real estate agent and broker with more than 30 years of experience in the real estate industry, with expertise spanning development, construction, marketing, advertising, and human resources. Her broad industry knowledge and leadership have contributed to the success of numerous real estate projects and the growth of strong development teams. A graduate of Wittenberg University, Lori began her career in advertising before joining Dominion Homes in 1989, where she gained extensive experience in residential development and homebuilding. In 2008, Lori co-founded BORROR and has played a key role in the company’s growth and strategic direction. She served as the company’s first President, later added the role of Chief Operating Officer, and became Chief Executive Officer in 2020, helping guide the organization through continued growth while maintaining a commitment to creating high-quality places to live. Lori is also deeply committed to housing and community initiatives. She serves as the Chairperson for the Boundless Board of Directors and the Vice Chairperson of the Board for the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, supporting efforts that expand housing opportunities and strengthen communities across Ohio. In her free time, Lori loves travelling, reading, golfing, and spending time with her friends and family.
Director
Dani Sugarman
Dani Sugarman grew up in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by the world of real estate and development. The daughter of BORROR founder Doug Borror, she developed an early appreciation for well-designed homes and vibrant neighborhoods through time spent visiting development sites and exploring communities across Central Ohio. Dani earned her undergraduate degree in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University before beginning her career in New York City, where she worked in marketing for Raymond James. She later returned to Ohio to attend The Ohio State University, further strengthening her connection to the Columbus community. During graduate school and continuing after graduation, Dani worked at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as a Community Relations Specialist for the Healthy Homes program, part of the Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Families initiative, which focuses on revitalizing neighborhoods through the rehabilitation and resale of vacant homes. Dani got her real estate license in 2009 and later joined BORROR in 2013, where she gained experience across the company through roles in property management, development, and marketing. Most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Management & Development, she oversaw property management operations while helping advance new development projects. Outside of work, Dani can be found spending time with her husband, Zac, and their two children, and loves vacationing with family and friends.