First Communities Management (FCM) announced today the appointment of Jon Nixon to the position of chief operating officer. Nixon has been with FCM for five years and previously held the position of executive vice president of corporate services, where he led a number of internal operational involvement initiatives.

In his new role, Nixon will oversee the company’s overall business development strategy and new client acquisitions.

“Since joining the company, Jon has shown tremendous knowledge of the multifamily industry and dedication to helping FCM continue to grow its business,” said Mitch Harrison, CEO and president of FCM. “Jon’s outstanding leadership abilities will serve the company well as we seek to expand our portfolio and continue to deliver on our promise of providing superior service.”

Prior to joining FCM, Nixon worked as a broker for Grubb & Ellis and a real estate consultant for Thomson Reuters. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Furman University, and a Master of Business Administration from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School.

About First Communities

First Communities Management (FCM) is one of the nation’s most successful apartment management companies. Founded in 1978, FCM currently manages about 30,000 apartment units spanning the Sun Belt and Mid-Atlantic Regions. The FCM family is comprised of individuals who are willing to go the extra mile for the client, their peers and each resident. For over four decades, building relationships anchored by trust has earned FCM the reputation of superior service, attentiveness to client objectives and the industry’s strongest operating systems and financial reporting.