Innovation Properties Group, Inc.
Rick Bell is an accomplished real estate executive with extensive experience in acquisition and development, particularly in multifamily and senior housing sectors. As President of Bell Realty Ventures, Inc. since 2012, Rick has overseen projects exceeding $2 billion, currently directing a West Coast acquisitions platform for a major multifamily affordable housing developer. In August 2023, Rick transitioned to Senior Vice President at Innovation Properties Group, Inc., leading the Multifamily and Senior Housing Group. Previously, Rick served as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer at AF Evans from 2004 to 2012, where significant achievements included the successful sale of a substantial affordable housing portfolio during challenging market conditions. Rick's background also includes leadership roles at Carmel Partners and The Rosewood Corporation, focusing on multifamily acquisitions and upscale senior living developments, respectively. Rick holds an MBA in Real Estate and Finance from UCLA Anderson School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Indiana University Bloomington.
Innovation Properties Group, Inc.
Innovation Properties Group believes the visionary entrepreneurs, companies and institutions of today, will continue to have the greatest influence on the future of our society. Accordingly, these innovators deserve the highest level of dedicated support and service. Based in San Francisco, Innovation Properties Group (IPG) proudly provides premier commercial real estate services to the innovative and creative. From tech start-ups, to one of the largest biotech companies in the world, the principals of IPG have consistently provided successful commercial real estate solutions to a variety of users since 1997. CORPORATE SERVICES - IPG excels at translating the business needs of our clients into successful commercial property leases or purchases; while eliminating surprises throughout the real estate transaction process. IPG considers your real estate as your business tool — one that goes beyond your operational needs by assisting the enhancement of your image, attracting top talent, and driving bottom line profitability. Accordingly, our approach to your real estate requirement is entirely strategic. Before IPG thinks about your space requirements, we think about the business needs behind them. Only by understanding those needs, can we address them in a meaningful, goal-oriented way. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES - IPG's development advisory services clientele range from middle stage tech companies, public institutions, research corporations to domestic municipalities. In partnership with world renowned architects, contractors and engineers; IPG has assisted clients in the visioning, review and valuation of their real estate by analyzing the overall feasibility of each client's individual initiatives. IPG has a well-defined project philosophy founded on a thorough understanding of the objectives and requirements of its clients and the effective realization of their goals.