Infrastructure for better food
We are an international owner-developer specialized in real estate for food-focused businesses
Global Insights
48
COUNTRIES241
CITIES447
FACILITIES10,890
LIVE KITCHENS5,020,515
SQ. FEET BUILT
Building Your Future
We build and manage the entire spectrum of food production and distribution real estate. Our team is at your service so you can focus on your core business.
Centralize your food production to ensure consistent quality, achieve cost efficiency, and streamline distribution to multiple retail outlets, while optimizing space and scalability.
Sourcing &
Acquisitions
Our acquisitions team has broad experience acquiring properties in major cities across the world, offering a range of services including:
- Financing Solutions
- Market / Location Analysis
- Demographics
- Regulatory Analysis
- Due Diligence
- Location Sourcing
- Property/Land Acquisition
Design &
Engineering
Our unparalleled design and engineering team delivers the most complex systems at industry-low costs without compromising on quality, such as:
- Build-to-Suit
- Redevelopment
- Prototyping
- Architecture & Engineering
- Utility upgrades
- Construction
- Turnkey Delivery
Property
Management
Our property management teams assist in obtaining real estate permits and certifications, while our experienced maintenance technicians are available 24/7 to ensure uninterrupted operations:
- Maintenance & Repairs
- Permits & Certifications
- Budgeting & Financial Management
- Real-time Diagnosis & Repairs
- Energy Usage Optimization
- Grants and Incentives
Procurement
Our volume gives us access to exclusive deals with utility companies and service providers that allow us to secure market-beating utility, insurance and service contracts. These includes:
- Utility Contracts
- Service Contracts
- Refuse Removal
- Grease Hauling
- Used Cooking Oil
- ISP
- Insurance
Building It Better
Innovation
Our in-house R&D teams are continuously pushing the limits of real estate technology, particularly in the fields of thermal comfort, exhaust systems, automation, air quality, safety and utility consumption efficiency. We are the proud holders of several patents and unique designs that are included in our projects.
Quality
We use top-of-the-line construction materials and equipment to ensure that the aesthetics, performance, durability and reliability of our sites are beyond anything available on the market.
Speed
The faster you get the space you need, the faster you can get back to growing your business. We'll never cut corners, but we have a proven track record of delivering projects - big and small - faster than anyone in the industry.
Cost
The depth of our global acquisition, construction and procurement experience, coupled with strong relationships with local vendors, means we’re able to provide infrastructure and services at market-beating prices on all projects, regardless of size and location.
What differentiates us
Owner mentality
At the core of our ethos lies an owner mentality, where every dollar spent is treated as if it were our own (and a lot of it is). As buyers and builders of our portfolio, we ensure that every dollar is scrutinized to obtain the most efficient use of resources, while our firsthand experience guides us in making smart, future-proof investments.
Funding Availability
With the financial resources to acquire properties that aren’t for rent as well as finance and execute construction, we allow you to not only access attractive locations but also preserve your valuable capital when expanding into new units, enabling you to pursue growth opportunities with confidence. This means that you can preserve your valuable capital when expanding into new units, enabling you to pursue growth opportunities with confidence.
Unique Permitting Expertise
Our expertise in permitting stems from pioneering unconventional real estate projects. We've navigated uncharted territory, trailblazing projects that defy conventional codes and regulations. This required us to educate authorities, surmount numerous hurdles, and advocate tirelessly for project approval. Our proven track record assures clients that we can handle even the most challenging projects, providing peace of mind and minimizing unfavorable outcomes.
Unique Design & Engineering Experience
Our in-house design and engineering team is committed to optimizing efficiency in every aspect, including HVAC and utilities. However, we're not just chasing unnecessary sophistication. As owner-developers, we understand the balance between innovation and practicality. It's this blend of specialized knowledge and savvy decision making that sets us apart from consultants and other developers.
Our team
Our global real estate team has over 200 members. Here is a sample of our world-class talent.
James Kite
Head of Global Real Estate
James orchestrates all facets of acquisition, design, construction, and growth, demonstrating exceptional prowess in adapting to the needs of each market. With a notable stint at Tesla as Head of Development for Asia-Pacific, James guided expansion efforts, establishing retail infrastructure and managing market entry strategies across multiple countries. As the leader of our organization, he fosters synergy among teams to deliver optimal service to our clients.
Vince Johnston
Building Engineering
Vince and his team have masterfully engineered, innovated, and continually refined the systems within our buildings, elevating their performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. With a distinguished career including leadership roles at prestigious companies like Apple, Lucid, Tesla, and Boeing, Vince has showcased his multifaceted expertise, tackling challenges of any scale with finesse. His unwavering dedication to innovation and excellence, coupled with his talent for inspiring teams, render him an indispensable asset in every collaborative pursuit.
Kong Sham
Enterprise Design & Permitting
As our Head of Enterprise Design & Permitting, Kong collaborates closely with our high profile clients, diligently discerning their requirements and seamlessly integrating them into our facilities. He navigates the intricate permitting procedures of diverse cities with precision and efficacy. With a career dedicated to the food industry, Kong brings unparalleled expertise to our team, ensuring unmatched quality and precision in every project.
Ryan Cupps
US Development
Ryan’s expertise lies in orchestrating the full spectrum of real estate development activities, including site selection, feasibility analysis, entitlements, navigating land-use, permitting across major and tertiary cities, financing, design, construction, asset management, and operations. With a wealth of experience in real estate development both in the US and overseas, Ryan demonstrates a strong aptitude for bringing ambitious visions to fruition. His tenure in the industry underscores his exceptional ability to lead projects to successful completion.
Let’s grow your business together.
