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Understand the strategy and values that shape a focused approach to high-performing assets.
Strategic Property Investment Leaders Transforming Assets
At Van Allen Group, we are passionate entrepreneurs who specialize in acquiring and transforming properties across the nation. As a dedicated property buy and sell expert, our primary focus extends beyond simple transactions; we strategically scale properties to maximize their potential and value.
Our Approach
We utilize a comprehensive approach that involves identifying undervalued assets, implementing innovative improvement strategies, and creating sustainable growth opportunities. Our entrepreneurial spirit drives us to seek properties with untapped potential, whether residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
Jacob V. Marshall
Founder and Managing Director
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Education:
Masters Public Administration - Walker School of Business and Technology [Webster University]
Masters Business Administration – Whitman School of Management [Syracuse University]
LinkedIn Profile
www.linkedin.com/in/jmarshey
Jacob Marshall is the Founder of Van Allen Group and serves as Managing Director. In this role, Jacob is responsible for the strategy, oversight, and operational growth fundamental to Van Allen Group’s Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) and investment properties portfolio. Currently, the Van Allen Group (VAG) portfolio is comprised of retail businesses, commercial and investment properties.
VAG was established in 2021 originally as a freelance consulting services company. Prior to VAG’s pivot to Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA), Jacob operated mostly in the sector of Oil & Gas, with a brief reprieve in Healthcare. His roles of responsibility included Business Development Lead, General Manager, and Regional Vice President – Operations. His experience includes direct management of Profit and Loss, Sales, Collective Bargaining, Change Management, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics and Distribution.
Prior to Oil & Gas, Jacob served as an Engineer Officer in US Army. Serving nearly a decade, he earned the designation of Airborne Ranger and completed a combat tour in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. His primary missions include combat patrols, governance, search and rescue, recovery, and leading joint missions with the Afghan Governmental Organizations. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Combat Action Badge for his service. Jacob’s career experience emphasizes strategy, leadership development, and an ability to build teams. He has a passion for mentorship, having volunteered with Big Brother Big Sister, Boys Girls Club, and Children’s Mentoring Connection. He has served on the United Way Grant Review Board, and with the McHenry County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). He has consistently delivered strong business results in every market further enabling his success record in growing businesses regardless of industry.
Over the course of more than twenty years, Jacob has consistently positioned businesses and team members for follow-on success. He serves as Managing Director for Van Allen Group. In this role, Jacob continues to lead the team in strategic growth in both entrepreneurial and real estate markets, to maximum optimal value creation through acquisition.
Let’s Create Long-Term Value
Collaborate with us for disciplined execution, sustainable growth, and long-term asset performance.