Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) has acquired a 16,500-square-foot small-bay industrial property at 805 Forestwood Drive in Romeoville, IL, within Chicago’s sought-after I-55 Corridor. The 1998-built asset includes four suites with both dock-high and drive-in loading and offers a value-add opportunity, with one vacancy and below-market rents. MVP plans to complete targeted improvements, address deferred maintenance, and lease up the remaining space to bring rents to market. The I-55 submarket remains one of Chicago’s strongest, with vacancy near 2% for similar-sized properties.

This marks MVP’s tenth acquisition overall and third in the Chicago area, furthering its strategy of aggregating well-located, functional industrial assets across key Midwest logistics corridors. The firm continues to expand its portfolio through disciplined acquisitions that align with its long-term investment thesis and focus on value creation.

Firestone Partners, in partnership with Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) and Fox Capital Partners (FCP), has acquired a 25,382-square-foot light-industrial property at 1717 Koppers Road in Conley, Georgia, within Atlanta’s competitive Airport industrial submarket. The single-tenant asset, situated on 3.07 acres, offers a value-add opportunity in one of the region’s most supply-constrained logistics corridors. Upon closing, Firestone secured a new five-year triple-net lease with a leading national trucking company, featuring annual rent escalations and two five-year renewal options. The business plan includes significant capital improvements such as full office replacement, a new sprinkler system, roof and exterior upgrades, and enhanced lighting. Firestone Partner Marc Hedrick highlighted the acquisition as a prime example of the firm’s value-add strategy of repositioning well-located industrial assets to achieve long-term stability and growth. MVP Principal Matt Kay noted that the partnership aligns closely with MVP’s national strategy and praised Firestone’s expertise in executing shallow-bay industrial investments across the Southeast.

Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) announced the acquisition of a five-building, 25,000-square-foot small-bay industrial property at 10228–10244 Franklin Avenue in Franklin Park, Illinois. The property is located in the high-demand O’Hare industrial submarket, known for limited supply and strong tenant demand. Each of the five 5,000-square-foot buildings offers both dock-high and drive-in loading. MVP purchased the asset at a significant discount to replacement cost and plans targeted renovations to modernize interiors, improve curb appeal, and prepare units for lease-up. Principal and Co-Founder Tina Ramos highlighted the rarity and strong market appeal of small-bay industrial assets in core infill locations. The acquisition represents MVP’s eighth overall transaction and second in the Chicago area. Since its founding in April 2024, MVP has completed more than $85 million in total capitalization across six states and nearly 400,000 square feet of industrial assets.

Matterhorn Venture Partners and Dallas-based Victory Ventures acquired a 21,937-square-foot, four-suite small-bay industrial property at 13619–13625 Neutron Road in Farmers Branch, TX. The fully leased building, bought off-market from a distressed seller, is part of their DFW small-bay industrial aggregation strategy.

The property’s below-market rents and high-demand design (dock-high loading, temperature-controlled suites under 5,000 SF) offer strong upside potential. Both firms emphasized the asset’s strategic location in the Addison submarket, where small-bay supply is limited and demand is strong.

This marks Matterhorn’s seventh acquisition overall and second in Texas, extending its footprint to six states in its first year. The joint venture plans to pursue more acquisitions in 2025–2026, aiming to aggregate and eventually exit the portfolio at scale. The partners highlighted that the deal underscores their strategy of targeting infill industrial assets with immediate mark-to-market potential and long-term growth prospects.

Description goes hereRidgecut Road, in partnership with Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP), has acquired 1401 East Linden Avenue, a 1.7-acre industrial outdoor storage (IOS) facility in Linden, New Jersey. Located just 10 miles from Newark International Airport and Port Newark, the property includes a 17,000-square-foot masonry building featuring a cross-dock warehouse with nine loading docks and a maintenance facility with three oversized drive-in doors. The site offers prime access to major Northern New Jersey distribution routes, including Routes 1 and 9, I-95, and I-278. The partnership plans a full repositioning to create a Class A IOS facility, with upgrades such as new dock packages, exterior lighting, fencing, roofing, concrete repaving, and refreshed office finishes. Ridgecut Road Principal Scott Shalek noted the property’s strategic location and value potential, while MVP CEO Scott McKibben emphasized the alignment with MVP’s focus on infill, value-add industrial investments. The property is currently available for lease through Blau & Berg, and acquisition financing was arranged by Colliers with Emerald Creek Capital.

Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP), in collaboration with Victory Ventures, has acquired a 22,500-square-foot small-bay industrial property in Carrollton, TX, further advancing its strategic expansion in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. Situated in the highly sought-after Valwood submarket, the property is fully leased, offering immediate cash flow and strong rent growth potential in an area with increasing demand and limited supply.

Featuring dock-high loading, air-conditioned warehouse spaces, and flexible suite sizes, the asset is well-positioned to attract and retain tenants seeking high-quality industrial space. "The Valwood submarket continues to demonstrate strong fundamentals, and this acquisition represents a key milestone in our DFW aggregation strategy," said Tina Ramos, Principal and Co-Founder of MVP.

With a focus on acquiring well-located, income-generating industrial assets, MVP remains committed to expanding its portfolio in high-growth markets. This latest investment underscores the firm’s strategy of targeting properties with strong cash flow, upside potential, and long-term value creation for investors.

Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) and Petra have announced the acquisition of a 100.4-acre parcel in Kenosha, Wisconsin, positioning themselves to capitalize on the region's significant population and job growth. The area has seen an 11% population increase over the past decade and is projected to add 1,500 jobs annually in the coming years, driven by expanding industries like manufacturing, logistics, and technology.

With a current housing vacancy rate under 5%, MVP and Petra plan to develop mixed-use projects, including build-to-rent, senior living, and small bay industrial spaces. This strategic investment leverages the site's prime location between I-94 and Lake Michigan, making it ideal for both residential and commercial development.

Scott McKibben, CEO of MVP, highlighted that the acquisition fits their strategy of targeting high-growth markets to deliver exceptional returns. Noah Swank, CEO of Petra, expressed enthusiasm for addressing the region’s housing needs and contributing to Kenosha’s growth.

Matterhorn Venture Partners and Visionary III have acquired a 6.5-acre site at N. Nellis Blvd and N. Las Vegas Blvd to develop North & North Business Park, a three-building industrial project. This speculative development will address the growing demand for small-bay industrial spaces in North Las Vegas, where vacancy rates for buildings under 50,000 square feet remain at a low 1.5%.

Set to begin construction in summer 2025, the project will offer lease and sale options for local businesses and investors. Designed with modern functionality and flexibility in mind, the business park aims to support the needs of small and mid-sized companies in the region. MVP CEO Scott McKibben expressed optimism about early interest, emphasizing the critical need for modern industrial solutions in the rapidly growing North Las Vegas market.

The Goldie B. Wolfe Miller Women Leaders in Real Estate Initiative hosted its 8th annual ‘Goldie Gala’ on September 19, 2024, at Chicago Union Station. The event brought together leaders from across commercial real estate to raise over $1.14 million for scholarships and career development programs aimed at advancing women in the industry. This year, Molly McShane, CEO of The McShane Companies, was honored with the prestigious ‘Shero’ award for her inspiring leadership. The gala, often called "the networking event of the season," welcomed around 1,000 attendees and featured a matching gift announcement to boost donations."

Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP), a Chicago-based real estate investment firm, has acquired a 32,523-square-foot industrial property at 181 W Crossroads Parkway in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Originally built as a condo development in 2008, the building was purchased from two separate owners, allowing MVP to consolidate it under single ownership. This move creates immediate value through unification and future potential by bringing rents up to market rates as leases turn over. The acquisition supports MVP’s strategy of targeting undervalued small-bay industrial assets in prime Chicago-area locations with strong fundamentals. According to Principal and Co-Founder Tina Ramos, the deal exemplifies MVP’s focus on identifying growth opportunities within the industrial sector. The firm continues to expand its footprint across key Midwest markets while pursuing long-term value creation for investors.

Gary Nussbaum has joined Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) as a Principal, where he will focus on sourcing and implementing new acquisition opportunities across key U.S. real estate markets. With a career spanning over $4 billion in transactions and 36 million square feet, Nussbaum brings extensive expertise in industrial value-add, single tenant net lease, and powered land play opportunities.

Previously, Nussbaum was Senior Vice President at CBRE and Managing Director of Transwestern’s Midwest Investment Sales Group, where he launched their Chicago team. He holds a bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara and an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management.

Tina Ramos joins Scott McKibben and Matt Kay as a Co-Founder of Matterhorn Venture Partners, where she will expand the firm's network of capital sources and develop investment opportunities. With a track record of over $7 billion in real estate transactions and prior roles as Chief Investment Officer at The Missner Group and Senior VP at PCCP, Tina brings extensive experience to the team. She holds a degree from Yale and an MBA from UCLA Anderson.

Scott McKibben, Co-Founder and CEO, highlights Tina's expertise in capital and investment, noting her crucial role in fostering client trust and identifying investment opportunities. Matterhorn Venture Partners, based in Chicago, focuses on a variety of commercial real estate assets and has completed over $21 billion in transactions. The firm is dedicated to finding high-quality investments that offer significant returns and long-term value.