IRVINE, CA, July 15, 2025 — MBK Real Estate Companies, a leading developer and investor in senior living communities, multi-family residential properties, and industrial real estate, has been named one of Orange County’s 2025 Best Places to Work by the Orange County Business Journal in partnership with Workforce Research Group.
The Best Places to Work in Orange County program recognizes outstanding employers that contribute to the region’s economic and workplace excellence. Companies are evaluated through a two-part process that includes a review of company practices and an anonymous employee survey, with the survey accounting for the majority of the score. Rankings are determined by Workforce Research Group.
Team members from MBK Real Estate Companies’ three branches—MBK Rental Living, MBK Senior Living, and MBK Industrial Properties—shared feedback on workplace atmosphere, communication, inclusion, leadership, professional development, benefits, and more. Their insights played a central role in MBK’s recognition. Company leaders also completed a detailed survey outlining recruitment practices, benefits, wellness programs, career development initiatives, and community engagement.
“We’ve long known that MBK is a special place to work, but this public recognition means the world to us,” said Karla Wiseman, Senior Vice President of People and Culture at MBK Real Estate. “It reflects the care we put into fostering a culture where every team member feels supported, respected, and empowered to succeed.”
“At MBK, our people are our greatest strength,” added Kenji Iwai, Chairman and President of MBK Real Estate. “This recognition belongs to them. We’re honored to be included on this list—but more than anything, we’re grateful to our team members whose talent, heart, and dedication make MBK what it is every day.”
The 2025 Best Places to Work in Orange County rankings were featured in the July 7 issue of the Orange County Business Journal. To learn more about the program, visit www.BestPlacestoWorkOrangeCounty.com.
About MBK Real Estate LLC
MBK Real Estate (mbk.com) is a leading developer and investor in senior living communities, multi-family residential and industrial real estate. Founded in 1990, MBK brings three decades of experience developing, acquiring and operating award-winning projects and providing outstanding standards of service.