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Commercial real estate investment management
Thoughtful growth.
Long-term partnerships.
Durable real estate.
Vanguard Property Group is an investment management company focused on commercial real estate development, asset and property management of its portfolio properties. Our projects include single-tenant retail buildings, office buildings, and neighborhood shopping centers. Our success has been driven in part by a thoughtful approach to growth, and long-term partnerships with our retail partners, our lenders and advisors.
We work from site selection through delivery and ongoing operations, with an emphasis on repeatable execution, clean reporting, and tenant relationships that last.
Development to operations
A full lifecycle approach from project delivery to ongoing management
Retail and office focus
Single-tenant, neighborhood centers, and professional or medical office
Relationship-driven
Built around long-term partnerships with tenants, lenders, and advisors
Vanguard Property Group was formed in February 2003.
Portfolio focus
Our portfolio includes a range of commercial properties designed to serve growing communities and national retail tenants. We focus on repeatable execution and long-term operational performance.
Single-tenant retail
Ground-up and build-to-suit retail properties designed for national tenants with long-term leases.
Neighborhood retail centers
Multi-tenant shopping centers anchored by strong retail brands and designed to serve local communities.
Professional and medical office
Office properties supporting professional services and medical providers in high-growth markets.
Company profile
Vanguard Property Group focuses primarily on the development and ownership of single-tenant properties, multi-tenant retail centers, and professional / medical office buildings. The majority of our activities involve repetitive assignments from national retail businesses. Vanguard Property Group was formed in February 2003. The company continues to enjoy responsible growth by seeking out and cultivating long-term relationships with its client tenants. The Company’s portfolio and projects range from multi-tenant shopping and office properties, to single-tenant retail buildings.
What clients value
Consistent execution, clear communication, and practical decision-making. We aim to keep projects moving and assets operating smoothly, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
How we work
We take a long-term view of each property: site, tenant, build quality, financing, and ongoing management. The goal is steady performance and a portfolio you can rely on.
Services
A practical set of services that supports properties from development through stabilized operations.
Asset management
Active oversight focused on long-term performance, tenant relationships, lease execution, and disciplined decision-making.
Property management
Day-to-day operations, vendor coordination, and owner visibility, with an emphasis on responsiveness and consistency.
Development management
From early planning through delivery, coordinating the steps needed to move a project to completion.
Tenant coordination
A steady, professional approach to tenant communication, openings, and long-term partnership.
Reporting and visibility
Clear updates on what matters: status, key decisions, and operational follow-through.
Stabilization support
Helping properties transition from delivery into smooth, repeatable operations.
Approach
A straightforward workflow that keeps projects and properties moving, without unnecessary complexity.
Plan
Clarify objectives, constraints, and success criteria early so decisions stay aligned.
Execute
Coordinate stakeholders and track progress with clear communication and accountability.
Operate
Maintain stable operations and strong tenant relationships to support durable performance.
Representative projects
Dollar General
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Horizon Business Center
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Team
Experience across development, finance, construction, accounting, and ongoing property operations.
GEORGE T. BARNES, JR.
Co-Founder
George co-founded Vanguard Property Group in 2003, after forming and raising capital for a real estate venture capital fund. Prior to this, George was a Vice President with Raleigh-based investment banking firm, Trident Financial, where he focused primarily on capital raising activities and advisory services for community financial institutions. He completed a comprehensive bank management development program before joining Trident. George is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He and his wife Anne have two children. Outside of work, George enjoys golf, boating, salt water fishing, all water activities, and snow skiing. George is a member of Holy Trinity Church.
GEORGE C. VENTERS, JR.
Co-Founder
George co-founded Vanguard Property Group in 2003. George began his real estate career in 1996 with a local land development company. In 1998 he co-founded Triton Real Estate, which specialized in residential and commercial development. George is a native of Raleigh and is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He currently resides in Raleigh with his wife, son and daughter. His outside interests include hunting, fishing and traveling.
SHERRI HEPPS
Accounting / Property Management
Sherri joined Vanguard Property Group in December 2005. Sherri’s background includes a long tenure with Wendy’s International, both at the corporate and franchise level working in the administrative and management field. Sherri also worked with a local Public Insurance Adjustor’s firm, which assisted individual clients, as well as commercial clients with their claim process. In her role as Finance Manager Sherri is responsible for all Property Management and Accounting activities of the Company, as well as Company’s affiliated entities. Additionally, Sherri interacts with the Company’s tax advisors and manages all banking and insurance relationships. Sherri resides in Rolesville, North Carolina with her husband. Outside of work Sherri enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with her two sons and grandchildren.
JAMES PEDEN III
Construction / Project Management
James Peden III joined Vanguard Property Group March 2012 as a Project Manager. James assists with coordinating and overseeing the firm’s construction activities. James has over 20 years of experience prior to joining the company successfully managing over 1.6 million square feet of commercial construction, from the permitting phase to certificate of occupancy. James served as President of the General Contractors Association of Raleigh in 2004. James resides in Raleigh, North Carolina with his wife and four children.
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