RISE: A Real Estate Company, a leading developer, general contractor, and operator of multifamily communities, celebrated the topping out of RISE Doro, a 247-unit luxury multifamily apartment community located at 960 E Adams St in downtown Jacksonville on May 23, 2025. The ceremony primarily recognized the invaluable contributions of the project’s hard-working subcontractors.

The topping out ceremony, a significant milestone in construction, marks the completion of the structural phase of the building. To show appreciation for their dedication and craftsmanship, RISE hosted a celebratory lunch for all subcontractors and partners on site, complemented by raffle prizes.

Matt Marshall, RISE Senior Vice President of Development, opened the luncheon by stating, “This is a day for us to give thanks to you. This is all about the construction crew, without you none of this is possible.”

Marshall touched on what initially excited RISE about this site included current draws like VyStar Arena, VyStar Ballpark, and EverBank Stadium. Amazing additional growth is also happening in the area including the under-construction Four Seasons Hotel, the Jacksonville Museum Of Science & History, and new park systems that will be an activated attraction along the river.

“This whole area is going to change over the next five to six years. And you’re all a part of it.”

“I love the fact that we’re creating jobs and opportunities” Marshall continued. “And to hear that all the subs, for the most part, are from Jacksonville means that capital is recycling locally.”

Before handing it over to Kent Barber, RISE Doro’s Construction Project Manager, Marshall thanked Paul Morgan (Senior VP of Project Management), Brad Chilton (Director of Field Operations), Charles Van Cleave (Senior Financial Analyst), and James Jannetides who is the investor partner on this project.

Barber echoed Marshall’s praise of the construction team and subcontractors before opening it up to lunch service.

RISE Doro is set to become a premier residential community in Jacksonville, offering luxury living in a vibrant downtown setting. The project reflects RISE’s commitment to developing in the city of Jacksonville and North Florida.

RISE extends its sincere gratitude to all the subcontractors and partners who have been instrumental in the success of the RISE Doro project, including: Express Plumbing, Adkins Electric, Precision Fire, JR Hobbs, Shear Solutions, MDH, Premiere Roofing, Ashford Services, North Florida Demo, REI, and Niles Bolton Associates

With the structure now complete, construction will shift to interior finishes and façade work, bringing RISE Doro closer to its anticipated opening in early 2026.