Big news in North Phoenix. A powerhouse hire just landed in the driver’s seat of one of the region’s most ambitious developments. With decades of experience across the Western U.S., Chris Janson has stepped in as President of Mack Halo Vista LLC, charged with leading a 2,300+ acre project next to TSMC’s giant semiconductor campus. The goal? Turn raw desert into a science and tech epicenter.
Chris Janson Named President Of Halo Vista In North Phoenix
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A Heavy Hitter For A Monster-Sized Project
This isn’t Janson’s first rodeo. He’s worked across the spectrum - investment, development, homebuilding—and handled nearly $2 billion in land deals. Now he’s taking on Halo Vista, a mixed-use juggernaut positioned to reshape the North Valley.
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Over 25 years of experience
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Led huge master-planned communities
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Deep Arizona & Western U.S. development history
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Specializes in acquisition, entitlement, & construction
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Known for scaling large, multifaceted land projects
Janson’s been around the block. Now he’s bringing that firepower to Greater Phoenix, where timing is everything and TSMC is already anchoring a new tech era.
Also Read: The Real Estate Market Around TSMC & What You Need to Know
What Halo Vista Really Is
So, what’s being built next to a $165 billion chip factory? A city within a city. That’s the idea behind Halo Vista. Think homes, retail, offices, green space—all wrapped into one strategic zone.
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2,300+ acres of master-planned land
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Mixed-use: residential, commercial, and industrial
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Immediate neighbor to TSMC’s mega campus
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Designed to support science, tech, & innovation
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Aims to attract global talent & investment
This isn’t a typical sprawl play. It’s a calculated push to shape the region’s next innovation cluster. And with land rights secured in May 2024, development is moving fast.
The Team Behind The Blueprint
While Janson takes point on execution, the project is backed by serious development muscle. Mack Real Estate Group (MREG) and McCourt Partners are sharing the load, combining national reach with local know-how.
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MREG has deep roots in Phoenix
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McCourt Partners joins as development partner
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Land rights won from the Arizona State Land Department
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MREG also developing in Deer Valley & Scottsdale
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Multifamily and build-for-rent projects already in play
This isn’t their first big move in Greater Phoenix. But Halo Vista might be their boldest.
Also Read: New ‘City Within A City’ Taking Shape Around TSMC In Phoenix!
What’s Next On The Ground
With Janson leading, the plan now shifts to build-out. Horizontal infrastructure, vertical plans, and more hiring will get the engine humming. Expect more announcements. More land activity. And more shaping of the Valley’s future.
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Infrastructure underway
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Staff expansion expected
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Community-first design emphasized
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High focus on long-term value
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Construction pacing alongside regional growth
The Valley’s transformation isn’t slowing down. And Halo Vista just became a major force in that momentum.
Bottom Line
A seasoned hand now holds the reins of one of Greater Phoenix’s most anticipated developments. With TSMC pumping billions into the area and a master plan in motion, Halo Vista isn’t just land. It’s leverage for the future of innovation. And Chris Janson is leading the charge.
