Actively managed, diversified, real estate funds where capital is provided by institutional equity investors, wealth management firms, and successful accredited investors.
Altus is a real estate investment firm with over 5 million square feet of office, industrial, retail and multifamily properties. With a cycle-tested platform dating back to the mid 1960s, our understanding of real estate dynamics allows us to anticipate the needs of our investments – positioning us to optimize risk-adjusted returns for our private and institutional partners.
Altus is a real estate investment firm with a diversified portfolio of over 5 million square feet. With a cycle-tested platform dating back to the 1960s, our understanding of real estate dynamics allows us to anticipate the needs of our investments – optimizing risk-adjusted return for our private and institutional partners.
Much like our approach to real estate pursuits, we’ve grown our company organically for more than 60 years, expanding our investment capabilities and optimizing our portfolio over time. By focusing on integrity and transparency above all else, we’ve built a reputation as meticulous ambassadors of capital — who routinely deliver optimal results.
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Square Feet
Partner with a generationally proven firm utilizing a cycle-tested investment process.
Our track record of success spans over 60 years and $2.4 billion of investment transactions.
We convert structured and unstructured information into actionable insights that improve performance.
We do what we say we will do. We value integrity and reputation above all else.
We develop partnerships based on transparency, an alignment of interests, and clear communication.
Our deep relationship capital grants us access to deals not broadly marketed. Over 50% of our investments have been completed off-market.
Our track record of success spans over 60 years and $2.4 billion of investment transactions.*
We convert structured and unstructured information into actionable insights that improve performance.
We do what we say we will do. We value integrity and reputation above all else.
We develop partnerships based on transparency, an alignment of interests, and clear communication.
Our deep relationship capital grants us access to deals not broadly marketed. Over 50% of our investments have been completed off-market.
With a successful platform dating back to the 1960s, Altus’ history, reputation and proven success have allowed us to proactively seek yield and optimally manage every state of an investment’s lifecycle. Altus’ previous namesake was one of the largest private developers in Minneapolis. Since its founding, Altus has grown into one of the largest private investment firms in the Midwest, in partnership with private and institutional capital.
From 1960 to 1997, Altus grew into one of the largest private owners of real estate in Minnesota through development and acquisition.
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Altus is the Latin word meaning “highest” or “most high” and it represents our desire to deliver the highest returns with the highest level of integrity while honoring the “Most High God” as described in the Scriptures.
The Altus executive team brings together over 100 years of acquiring, developing and operating in excess of $4 billion in real estate investments.
CEO and Founder
Robb is the founder of Altus. He brings more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate. His background includes over 17 million square feet of development, acquisitions, and dispositions totaling over $1 billion.
Robb’s career encompasses serving as the General Manager for R.L. Johnson Investment Company (1990-1992), President of R.L. Johnson Company (1993-1997) and Senior Vice President of Duke Realty Corporation (1997-2001) prior to founding ALTUS.
Robb’s expertise is rooted in the acquisition, development and ownership of the 3.5 million square foot R.L. Johnson portfolio in Minneapolis, and the 9 million and 4 million square foot Duke industrial portfolios in Minneapolis and St. Louis. In less than two years, while leading the Duke office in Minneapolis, he grew the portfolio from 3.5 million to more than 8 million square feet.
Robb graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Communications and minoring in History. He is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) of the National Association of Realtors.
Sr. Managing Director
Peter is responsible for firm strategy and capitalization. He oversees all aspects of Altus strategy, operations and cultural alignment — with an emphasis on the financial elements.
Prior to joining Altus, Peter was at Panattoni Development Company, Inc., a leading international development company that develops and owns industrial, office and retail properties in more than 175 cities throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. While at Panattoni, Peter managed approximately $1 billion of assets across multiple markets, intimately involved with every facet of an asset’s lifecycle from acquisition, development, stabilization, asset management, and disposition.
Peter began his career in investment banking at Banc America Securities, LLC after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor’s Degree with a double major in Economics and German. In addition, Peter holds an MBA from the Olin School of Business at Washington University in St. Louis. Further, Grey currently teaches a Real Estate Finance and Investments course at Washington University in St. Louis’ Olin School of Business as an Adjunct Lecturer.
Managing Director, Operations
Kelly leads the day-to-day operations and management of Altus’ portfolio. She implements individual asset business plans through disciplined property management, financial reporting and analysis, lease administration, quality control functions, and strategic planning.
Kelly was formerly Senior Vice President, Principal for Colliers Turley Martin Tucker, responsible for the Real Estate Management Services Division for the St. Louis market. In this position, Kelly led the strategy and direction of a division which managed over 15 million square feet of third-party commercial product. This included supervision of Colliers Turley Martin Tucker’s various divisions including design, construction, engineering, brokerage, and management.
Kelly graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance. She also has the designations of Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and Real Property Administrator (RPA). She is a past President of the St. Louis Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA).
Managing Director, Investments
Alex is responsible for the leadership of Altus’ equity investments, acquisitions, capitalizations and joint-venture structuring. Additionally, Alex shares leadership responsibility of the firm’s portfolio strategy and development endeavors. Prior to joining Altus, Alex was a management team member of Koch Development Co., responsible for the leadership of asset management, portfolio strategy and development activities across its retail, office and industrial portfolio located throughout the Midwest.
Alex is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, with degrees in Finance and Marketing. He serves as a member of Washington University’s Alumni Board of Governors, the Board of Directors for the United Way of Greater Saint Louis, the Alumni Board of St. Louis Priory School, and as a past president and member of the Olin Business School Alumni Board. Further, Borchert currently teaches a Real Estate Finance and Investments course at Washington University in St. Louis’ Olin School of Business as an Adjunct Lecturer
Managing Director, Development
Josh is responsible for the leadership of Altus development and construction activities.
Prior to joining Altus, Josh was the Chief Investment Officer of The Koman Group, where he was responsible for all development related activities including project procurement, entitlement, financing and delivery.
During his time at The Koman Group, Josh was directly involved in the development of many of St. Louis’ most notable projects with a total value in excess of half a billion dollars. Josh graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia, with dual Bachelor Degrees in Finance and Real Estate Investment.
Director, Capital Markets
Ed Wilson is the Director of Capital Markets for Altus Properties. In this capacity, Ed is responsible for managing our debt and equity relationships. Other responsibilities include investment vehicle creation, equity offerings, and investor relations. Ed has been a tremendous asset to the Altus team since coming onboard in 2013. He has served in several different capacities during his tenure, most recently as the Director of Finance for our Asset Management division. From acquisitions and asset management to leasing and operations, Ed’s experience runs the gamut of the real estate investment lifecycle. Ed graduated in 2012 from Southern Illinois University with a BA in Finance and is involved in the Greater St. Louis real estate and investment community as a member of the Urban Land Institute.
Director, Leasing
Craig is responsible for managing the leasing activities at Altus Properties. His duties include actively negotiating office, industrial, and retail leases within the portfolio. He also leads a team of highly skilled team of internal and external brokers in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Minneapolis markets. Prior to joining Altus Properties, Craig worked at General Growth Properties with a specific focus on strategic leasing and redevelopment. Craig graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia with a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Real Estate and Marketing. Craig is a Member of ICSC, SLAR, and MNCAR.
Director, Property Management
Sarah is responsible for the oversight and day to day management of the property management and construction management team at Altus. She works with our experienced team of property managers, maintenance engineers, construction managers and contractors to ensure all buildings are maintained and all capital and tenant improvement projects are completed at the high level of quality for which Altus is renowned. Sarah brings 18 years of diversified commercial real estate management experience including corporate real estate at local, national and international levels, facilities management, third party management, construction & project management in addition to her personal favorite – locally-owned and operated property management. Sarah graduated from Webster University with a B.A. in International Business Management and an MBA in Management.
Director, Design & Construction
Mark is responsible for leading the firm’s project teams including architects, designers, engineers and contractors. His responsibilities include site due diligence management, conceptual modeling, consultant selection, budgeting, scheduling, design & construction contract negotiations and BIM management for office buildings, multifamily projects, retail complexes and hotels. Mr. Venturella graduated from Truman State University with a BA in Finance.
Controller
Mark is responsible for oversight and management of all accounting functions of the company including overseeing the preparation of financial statements. He is responsible for the treasury function at Altus, including the management of the cash needs at all properties. He works with an experienced team of accountants to produce information that gives investors assurance. Mark brings 12 years of experience in commercial real estate to the team. Mr. Drinkard graduated from Texas A&M University with a BBA in Accounting and a MS in Finance. Mark holds the professional designation of Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Each of our team members bring unique passion, insight, and proven expertise to the table. If you’re eager to work among smart, talented, and driven professionals collaborating to fuel the continued growth and success of a private equity real estate investment shop focused on the Midwest, Altus may offer a unique fit.
Our focus on select Midwestern markets provides us with local insight, robust off-market deal flow, and economies of scale in investment, asset management and operations. As a vertically-integrated company, we are able to optimize portfolio returns by reacting in real time to local market movements, and controlling all stages of an investment’s lifecycle.
58 buildings*
5.0 million sq ft*
Altus actively invests in Core-Plus, Value-Add and Development projects through equity and leveraged equity structures. We excel at identifying and executing projects that require operational expertise, financial recapitalization, or repositioning to unlock intrinsic value.
Altus employs a tailored investment strategy for each individual portfolio asset founded on the forecasted value enhancement opportunity relative to the inherent risk of the investment.
We co-invest alongside our capital partners. Our deal structures are based on transparency, an alignment of interests, and communication with clarity.
Current investment and development activity is focused on office, industrial, retail and multi-family projects in St. Louis, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Denver, Nashville and other select Midwestern markets.
Actively managed, diversified, real estate funds where capital is provided by institutional equity investors, wealth management firms, and successful accredited investors.
Partnerships with like-minded real estate investment companies, regional or national institutions.
Altus works collaboratively and cross-functionally to source off-market transactions, underwrite opportunities and optimize the performance of portfolio assets.
Our in-house team of over 40 professionals handles each critical real estate function including acquisitions, capital markets, development, property management and asset management.
