For Immediate ReleaseCore5 Industrial Partners Announces Key Promotions Across OrganizationCore5 Advances Talent from Within to Support Continued Growth
ATLANTA, MARCH 25, 2026 – Atlanta-based Core5 Industrial Partners today announced a series of internal promotions across its team, reflecting the company’s continued growth and its commitment to developing talent from within. These advancements underscore Core5’s focus on mentoring employees, expanding responsibilities over time, and building a strong leadership pipeline for the future.
“Each of these individuals has demonstrated exceptional dedication and impact, and we are proud to support their continued growth within Core5,” said Linda Booker, President of Core5 Industrial Partners. “These promotions reflect our belief in investing in our people and fostering long-term career development as we continue to expand our platform.”
The following team members have been promoted:
Lydia Chase – VP, Investments
An almost eight-year veteran of Core5, Lydia has been instrumental in executing dispositions and overseeing joint ventures. As VP, she will continue leading investment strategies across multiple regions while partnering with senior leadership on key initiatives.
Kelsey Stone – VP, Finance
Over her almost 10-year career at Core5, Kelsey has grown into a key finance leader. In her new role, she will oversee lender relationships, secure project financing, and take on expanded treasury management responsibilities.
Steven Ridges – Director, Asset Management
With close to six years at the company, Steven has played a key role in asset operations and leasing execution. He will now guide overall asset strategy, portfolio optimization, and support long-term hold initiatives.
Anthony Armbruster – Investment Manager
With nearly three years at Core5, Anthony has contributed across lease analysis, acquisitions, and financial modeling. In his new role, he will take on expanded responsibilities in portfolio oversight, leasing strategy, and investment planning.
John Bennett – Finance Manager
Over his almost five-year tenure, John has demonstrated strong financial and analytical expertise. He will now lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, and play a larger role in cash flow management and loan closings.
These promotions align with Core5’s strategic growth trajectory and reinforce its commitment to cultivating a strong, experienced team equipped to deliver long-term value across its markets.
About Core5 Industrial Partners
Core5 Industrial Partners is an industrial real estate property company with expertise in development of Class-A properties featuring the latest innovations throughout the United States. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Core5 has development activity in Atlanta, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles/Inland Empire, Louisville, Maryland, Memphis, Nashville, Pennsylvania, Phoenix, San Antonio, Savannah and South New Jersey with expansion plans to additional key logistic hubs in the US. Founded in 2015, the company has developed or begun construction on 56 million square feet since inception.
Immediate access to capital, coupled with the ability to financially support deals on their balance sheet without utilizing third party resources on most transactions, Core5 executes quickly without layers of bureaucratic, time-consuming processes. The company is privately held by over 185-year-old Japanese-based Kajima Corp – one of the world’s largest construction and development companies with whom C5 leadership has sustained a 35+ year working relationship.
Named for its five core principles, the company values are centered around a highly flexible entrepreneurial spirit promising follow through on commitments with an emphasis on relationships, excellence in quality, attention to detail and quick decision making. For more information on Core5 Industrial Partners, visit www.c5ip.com.
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