Doran Companies

Let's

Let's do this right.

Development

As a real estate developer and owner of retail, office and multi-family properties, our decades of experience in design, construction and management services provide the leadership and vision our clients need for a successful project.

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make

make it stand out.

Architecture

With a passion for creativity and collaboration, our 20+ member architectural team includes veteran designers with broad experience and the expertise needed to bring projects from conception to completion.

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something

something to be proud of.

Construction

One of the fastest-growing general contracting companies in the Midwest and the 2015 and 2016 Minnesota Construction Association General Contractor of the Year, the Doran Construction team boasts some of the most respected problem-solvers in the business. Their experience and professionalism ensure the integrity of everything we build.

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great.

great places to live, work and play.

Property Management

With over 3 million square feet of multi-family, office, retail, and mixed-use properties under our management, Doran Management’s focus is on building relationships with residents and tenants to enhance asset values for property owners.

Commercial

Residential

Over achieve. Over deliver.

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Project Details

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Mill & Main

Minneapolis, MN

Sq Ft: 579,000 Units: 338

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The Moline

Hopkins, MN

Sq Ft: 470,000 Units: 241

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Development
Construction
Architecture
Management

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The Expo

Minneapolis, MN

Sq Ft: 787,165 Units: 368

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Development
Construction
Architecture
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Encore

Minneapolis, MN

Sq Ft: 246,000 Units: 123

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Latitude 45

Minneapolis, MN

Sq Ft: 409,000 Units: 319

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Bringing it all together.

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Creative thinkers. Accomplished doers.

History
Philosophy
Community

Doran Companies was founded in 2007 by Kelly Doran. Under his leadership, our team has accomplished a remarkable track record of award-winning projects in a broad range of development and construction categories. Our strong staff of talented professionals in

the development, architecture, construction and property management fields has led us to experience growth every year and helped to establish Doran Companies’ presence as a trusted and respected service provider in today’s market.

Doran Companies was founded in 2007 by Kelly Doran. Under his leadership, teams have accomplished a remarkable track record of award-winning projects in a broad range of development and construction categories. Our strong team of talented professionals in the development, architectural, construction and property management fields has led us to experience growth every year and helped to establish Doran Companies presence as a trusted and respected service provider in today’s market.

Then
Now

At Doran, we believe success is driven by delivering exceptional services and forming lasting relationships. We bring passion and creativity to everything we do, and hold ourselves accountable for the results. Doing what’s right for our partners and our projects is what earns us customer loyalty, community respect and industry recognition.

Doran Companies is fortunate to develop and build projects in many different communities and one way we show our appreciation and respect for these communities is to incorporate original public art into the exterior design and landscape.

Doran Companies’ employees spend thousands of hours each year helping at many schools, associations and non-profits. In addition, Doran Companies contributes financially to community projects, causes and charities as a way to share our talents and resources in an effort to strengthen the fabric of our communities.

Examples of recent contributions: U of MN Marching Band, Carlson School of Business, Gopher Athletics, Hiawatha Academies, Free Bikes 4 Kidz, and Feed My Starving Children.

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Significant accomplishments.

2018

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
40 Under 40
Anne Behrendt, Chief Operating Officer

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Women in Business Award
Anne Behrendt, Chief Operating Officer

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Most Admired CEOs
Kelly Doran, Chief Manager and Founder

Minnesota Real Estate Journal
Best Suburban Multifamily
The Moline

Minnesota Real Estate Journal
Executive of the Year
Kelly Doran, Chief Manager and Founder

Finance & Commerce – Reader Rankings
Best Commercial Property Manager
Best Commercial Real Estate Developer
Best Office Interiors
Best Large Contractor

Twin Cities Business Magazine – Best of Business
Commercial Real Estate General Contractor Finalist
Commercial Real Estate Developer Finalist
Commercial Property Management Finalist

Minnesota Multi-family Housing Association
MADACS Award Leasing Consultant
Tayler Nicholson, Mill & Main
MADACS Award Best New Development, Market-Rate
The Moline

Minnesota Construction Association – Award of Merit
New Project over $15 Million
The Moline
New Project over $15 Million
610 West

Star Tribune
Top Workplace
2017

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Top 100 People to Know
Kelly Doran, Chief Manager and Founder

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
CFO of The Year
Ryan Johnson, Chief Financial Officer

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Top Real Estate Developers Finalist

Minnesota Multi-family Housing Association
MADACS Award Market-Rate Community Manager
Ali Bichler, Property Manager, Mill & Main

MN Daily – Grapevine Awards
Best Property Management Company
The Bridges and The Knoll

Twin Cities Business Magazine – Best of Business
Best Commercial Real Estate General Contractor
Commercial Real Estate Developer Finalist
Commercial Property Management Finalist

Finance & Commerce – Reader Rankings
Best Commercial Property Manager
Best Commercial Real Estate Developer
Best Office Interiors
Best Large Contractor
Best Architect

Minnesota Construction Association – Award of Merit
Renovation, Expansion or Tenant Improvement
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot

Starnet Design Award
Doran Construction for 3rd Party Build project
Encore

Star Tribune
Top Workplace
2016

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Named a “Top General Contractor”

Minnesota Construction Association
General Contractor of the Year

Twin Cities Business Magazine – Best of Business
Best Commercial General Contractor
Commercial Real Estate Developers Finalist
Commercial Property Management Firm Finalist

Mpls.St.Paul Magazine
RAVE (Residential, Architects, Vision, and Excellence) Award
Mill & Main
2015

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Named a “Top General Contractor”

Minnesota Construction Association
General Contractor of the Year

Star Tribune
Top Workplace
2014

MN Daily – Grapevine Awards
Best Apartment Complex
The Knoll
2013

Finance & Commerce
Progress Minnesota Company Award

Finance & Commerce
Top Projects Award of Excellence
Mill & Main
2012

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Best of Real Estate Awards Best in Real Estate
The Edge on Oak
2011

Minnesota Construction Association
Awards of Excellence Project of The Year
Sydney Hall
2010

Minnesota Shopping Center Association
STARR Award – Mixed Use – Redevelopment
Sydney Hall and Dinkydome

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Best of Real Estate Awards Best Overall
Sydney Hall