A WINNING APPROACH TO THE INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE RACE

Our investment criteria are simple—we look for well-located, well-built industrial spaces in need of a fresh eye, as well as partners who want to come along. Then our team employs a range of proven strategies to get 'er done.

Midwest Focus

Chicago MSA

Cincinnati

Columbus

Dayton

Minneapolis / St. Paul

Midwest Focus

Industrial Property Types

Multi-tenant shallow-bay

Single-tenant

Warehouse/distribution

Light manufacturing

Industrial Service Facility (“ISF”)

Industrial Property Types

Asset Characteristics

25,000-350,000+ SF buildings

Single or multi-tenant

Comprised of 70-75% warehouse, assembly, manufacturing space

Comprised of 25-30% office space

Dedicated loading docks

Dedicated drive-in doors

Asset Characteristics

Investment Profile

Value-add

Core-plus

Sale and leaseback

Investment Profile

Investment Size

Individual Assets:

No minimum purchase price

Most transactions fall between $5 million to $20+ million

Middle-Market Portfolios:

Transactions generally range from $15 million to $50+ million

Larger Portfolios:

No purchase price limit

Investment Size

Acquisitions Team

robin stolberg — Executive Director of Acquisitions
Robin Stolberg

kevin joyce — Associate Director of Acquisitions
Kevin Joyce

ryan maher — Director of Acquisitions and IL Market Lead
Ryan Maher

rick nevarez — Director of Acquisitions and OH Market Lead
Rick Nevarez

jacob swartz — Director of Acquisitions and MN Market Lead
Jacob Swartz

Executive Director of Acquisitions

Robin Stolberg

Robin leads Clear Height’s acquisitions team with a sharp eye for opportunity and a steady hand in execution. With nearly two decades of experience, he’s a trusted guide in sourcing, underwriting, and closing deals that align with our strategy and values.

Before joining Clear Height, Robin spent 18 years at JLL in Chicago, specializing in industrial brokerage, capital markets, and private capital transactions. He’s known for his market insight, collaborative approach, and ability to turn vision into value.

Robin earned a BS in economics and finance with a real estate concentration from the University of Illinois. He’s a former board director of AIRE and currently serves on the board of the Children’s Brittle Bone Foundation. Robin brings purpose and perspective to every transaction—and he makes the process enjoyable along the way.

Phone:312.263.1655

Associate Director of Acquisitions

Kevin Joyce

Kevin brings a competitive spirit and a team-first attitude to the Clear Height acquisitions team. In his current role, he’s responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and helping close investment opportunities that match our strategic vision.

He began his journey at Clear Height as an Analyst, contributing to both the acquisitions and asset management teams. That hands-on experience built his deep understanding of our portfolio and process. Kevin holds a bachelor’s degree in economics with a minor in real estate from Notre Dame.

A lifelong athlete and active volunteer with The Growing Initiative, Kevin leads with purpose and collaboration—always ready to step up, adapt, and make a difference.

Phone:312.263.1655

Director of Acquisitions and IL Market Lead

Ryan Maher

Ryan is a relationship-driven dealmaker who brings creativity, market knowledge, and execution power to the Clear Height acquisitions team. He focuses on identifying new investment opportunities and building strong broker partnerships across Chicago.

Prior to joining Clear Height, Ryan was a broker at NAI Hiffman, where he played a pivotal role on a team recognized by Crain’s as one of Chicago’s most influential. His deal sheet includes over 250 transactions and multiple award-winning projects.

Ryan’s background includes leasing, acquisition, and disposition work for a variety of clients—from private firms to major financial institutions. He’s a licensed real estate broker in Illinois and brings a calm confidence and get-it-done mindset to every opportunity.

Phone:312.263.1655

Director of Acquisitions and OH Market Lead

Rick Nevarez

Rick is a 10+ year commercial real estate pro who blends institutional experience with a hands-on, entrepreneurial style. He focuses on strategic acquisitions in Ohio and uses his deep market expertise to evaluate opportunities that align with Clear Height’s goals.

Rick began his career at Prologis, managing six million square feet of space and leading multi-million-dollar dispositions, including projects tied to the City of Chicago’s O’Hare modernization. He also held key leasing and strategy roles at ML Realty Partners.

Rick earned his degree from DePaul University’s Driehaus College of Business, is active in the DePaul Real Estate Alumni Alliance, and holds an Illinois real estate license. He’s all about growth, grit, and getting the details right.

Phone:312.263.1655

Director of Acquisitions and MN Market Lead

Jacob Swartz

Jacob supports Clear Height’s investment growth by sourcing, modeling, and underwriting new opportunities in the Minneapolis market. His background in finance and real estate allows him to approach deals with both analytical rigor and practical insight.

Jacob previously worked in real estate investment at High Ridge Financial, investor relations and sales at Morgan Stanley, and financial modeling at Copper Beech. He graduated cum laude from Miami University’s Farmer School of Business with a finance major.

With a sharp eye for detail and a strong sense of accountability, Jacob helps ensure every opportunity is evaluated from every angle—and that our investment strategy stays forward-focused.

Phone:312.263.1655