Christine Russo is the COO of Madison Capital Group, where she oversees a vertically integrated platform with approximately $4 billion in assets under management. Russo manages day-to-day operations across multifamily development, self-storage, and capital markets, ensuring clarity and cohesion in a complex organization.

Over the past 12 months, she implemented firm-wide KPI dashboards that have increased reporting transparency and enabled faster, data-driven decision-making. She also led the adoption of AI-enabled market research platforms to enhance site selection and underwriting precision.

Before becoming COO, Russo served as President of Madison Communities, leading the multifamily platform through a period of significant growth. Her leadership during uncertain markets has been defined by pragmatism and a focus on grounded discipline.

Russo is an active member of the National Multifamily Housing Council and the National Apartment Association, and she recently oversaw the relocation of the firm’s headquarters to support its growing team. Her leadership style emphasizes service and ownership, thereby strengthening the industry's operational standards.