The holiday season is right around the corner, and here at United Properties, we’re strengthening our communities through some holiday giving efforts. As the holidays approach, our United Properties “elves” are busy finding ways to spread holiday cheer – loud and clear for all to hear! In both the Twin Cities and in Denver, the Read more…
Year: 2018
Kickin’ at Kickernick: Imagining Possibilites through Renovation
AUTHORED BY COLE STERR The historic Kickernick building in the Minneapolis Warehouse District has gone through quite the renovation. This past May, an extensive lobby renovation plan that would enhance the historic charm of the 150,000-sq.-ft. building, “kicked” into full swing. Now, six months later, the renovation is complete, and voila! Our tenants are ready Read more…
Imagined Possibilities Become Reality for Prime Therapeutics
Last month, Prime Landing welcomed its first employees from Prime Therapeutics, as Phase 1 of the company’s new campus was complete. This significant milestone in a fast track project means 900 employees of the prominent pharmacy benefit management company can now call Prime Landing home. As the lead developer, United Properties worked closely with Prime Read more…
United Properties marks milestone in development of Prime Therapeutics new Eagan facility
Phase I complete; Phase II on track to open spring 2019 MINNEAPOLIS, (December 4, 2018) – United Properties announced today that Phase 1 of the Prime Therapeutics’ LLC (Prime) new IT and operations campus, located at Interstate 494 and Dodd Road in Eagan, is now complete; Phase 2 is underway and on track with occupancy set Read more…
United Properties promotes Skalland to chief financial/administration officer; Hielscher joins firm as VP, accounting
MINNEAPOLIS, (November 27, 2018) – United Properties has promoted Chief Financial Officer Eric Skalland to chief financial and administration officer, and Janelle Hielscher has joined the firm as the new vice president of accounting, it was announced today. “Eric’s promotion recognizes his many talents and contributions to United Properties over the years,” said Bill Katter, president Read more…
Matt Van Slooten joins United Properties as co-president and chief investment officer
MINNEAPOLIS, (November 14, 2018) – Matt Van Slooten joins United Properties today as co-president and chief investment officer of United Properties Investment LLC (UPI). Van Slooten will replace Eva Stevens, who will work with Van Slooten to ensure a smooth transition before she retires in December. Most recently, Van Slooten served as president of commercial properties Read more…
Imagining Possibilities with The Nature Conservancy
AUTHORED BY COLE STERR Here at United Properties, we are committed to supporting the communities where we live and work, as reflected by our tree-like logo and brand statement of “Creating Deep Roots.” We support organizations and missions that coincide with our company values – which is why we’ve partnered with The Nature Conservancy, an Read more…
The Silver Tsunami: Strengthening Communities in Senior Housing
United Properties and our valued partner Ebenezer were among the sponsors and participants at the 12th Annual Senior Housing Summit, presented by Minnesota Real Estate Journal on October 25, 2018. The four-hour event gave an excellent overview of local and national trends, as well as insights from leading experts in the industry, including our very Read more…
Accessibility Matters: Creating Deep Roots with Disability Employee Awareness
AUTHORED BY COLE STERR October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. On this final day in October, we’re looking at some of the cool features implemented in buildings, including some of our own developments, to honor hard-working employees with disabilities nationwide. First, every public accommodation needs to be up-to-code based on mandates from the Americans Read more…
Strengthening Communities with Cool Office Space Trends
AUTHORED BY COLE STERR Earlier this year, Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal featured our office on its MSP Cool Offices website page. After 35 years in Bloomington, our office moved to the heart of downtown Minneapolis, right in the middle of the skyway system. We were ecstatic to join the hustle and bustle of the innovative Read more…