Scott Knauer
Area of Expertise
Professional Accomplishments
Scott Knauer is a senior vice president
• 2024 – NAIOP Multifamily Broker of the Year Finalist
at Colliers | Arizona and a key member Senior Vice President | Arizona Cooke Multifamily Team scott.knauer@colliers.com Main: +1 602 222 5000 Direct: +1 602 222 5008 Mobile: +1 602 339 1616 colliers.com 2390 E Camelback Rd Suite 100 Phoenix, AZ 85016
of the Cooke Multifamily Team. Skilled in strategic planning and financial analysis, he has led high-impact investment strategies, optimized portfolio performance, and consistently surpassed financial targets across diverse markets. His keen ability to identify growth opportunities and adapt investment strategies in real time helps the team navigate complex market conditions and achieve outstanding results.
• Team transaction volume: $16+ billion in sales • Key role as principal and advisor in management of $4.5+B in diverse real estate assets across the U.S. • Directed ≈ $1B in capital investment from domestic / international organizations • Led creation of landmark developments including Scottsdale Waterfront, Biltmore Mountain Estates, and Legend Trails
Known for cultivating talent and forging
Education or Qualifications
strong relationships within national and
Business Background
international capital markets, Scott has
Scott brings over 30 years of experience
demonstrated a unique aptitude for identifying market opportunities and
Master of Business Administration Finance University of Liverpool
maximizing asset value. With a deep
Bachelor of Science Business Administration & Economics Arizona State University
repositioning, development, and market
AZ Dept. of Real Estate Associate Broker’s License Affiliations or Memberships
understanding of global financial and economic landscapes, his extensive experience spans due diligence, asset expansion. Scott’s expertise in strategy and analysis
and capital formation. Before joining Colliers, he worked with top investment organizations like Blackstone, Starwood Capital, and Merrill Lynch. His expertise in asset repositioning, due diligence, development, and market expansion establishes him as a trusted leader in real estate investment.
is matched by his strong relationships, both internally and externally.
Community Involvement
Colleagues value his analytical
Scott actively supports his community
insight, collaborative approach, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) – Former Board Member
His mentorship and leadership inspire
Urban Land Institute (ULI)
accountability. Scott’s commitment to
Starwood Energy Advisory Role
in acquisitions, asset management,
those around him to reach new heights and foster innovation and excellence and collaborative spirit not only drive performance but also elevate the team’s capacity to deliver high-value solutions for clients.
in various ways, including: • Advisory Council for Congressman David Schweikert • Social Venture Partners, founding member • Doorloop Board of Directors • International Cancer Advocacy Network • JDRF Research Foundation Board of Directors • Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors Accelerating success.
Scott Knauer Senior Vice President | Arizona Cooke Multifamily Team scott.knauer@colliers.com Main: +1 602 222 5000 Direct: +1 602 222 5008 Mobile: +1 602 339 1616 colliers.com
Representative Clients Alliance Bernstein Blackstone
2390 E Camelback Rd Suite 100 Phoenix, AZ 85016
GE Capital Merrill Lynch Silverpeak Starwood Capital
“Scott is a thoughtful real estate professional who has the innate ability to find and create value in assets that are often overlooked by others.” -Dan Gumbiner
Representative Projects Scottsdale Waterfront: 1.1M SF mixed-use development, Scottsdale
CEO, Orion Residential
Legend Trail: 640-acre master-planned community with 720 homes, Scottsdale
“Scott’s impact on our
Biltmore Mountain Estates: 154-acre community with 240 homes, Phoenix
community has been far-reaching between his
Starwood Homes: Semi-custom luxury homes, Phoenix
charitable work and focus on growing Arizona’s
Phelps Dodge Building, 2600 N Central Avenue, Phoenix
economy, he is one of the people I trust to lead any
One Columbus Plaza, 3636 N Central Avenue, Phoenix
number of efforts toward the future. I am proud to
Broadway Commerce Center, 4001 E Broadway, Phoenix
have worked with Scott on making sure we always
Valley Commerce Center, 4745-4747 N 7th Street, Phoenix
reach for the highest levels of excellence.”
Camelback Commerce Center, 5022 N 54th Avenue, Phoenix
-David Schweikert Member, U.S. Congress
Accelerating success.