Category: Industrial News

Big Wins for Kelley Commercial Partners at the 2024 CREC Commercial Real Estate Awards!

Posted on 02/26/25

Commercial Real Estate Council of Metro Little Rock (CREC MLR)

We are proud to share that Kelley Commercial Partners was recognized at this year’s Commercial Real Estate Awards, presented by the Commercial Real Estate Council of Metro Little Rock (CREC MLR). This event highlights the most significant transactions and projects shaping our market, and we were honored to take home awards in multiple categories:

• Largest Retail Lease – 1200 Breckenridge Drive / Film Alley
Represented by Hank Kelley & Daryl Peeples

• Largest Office Sale – 7773 Sloan / Lexicon
Represented by Hank Kelley, Nick Kelley & Gary Smith

We were also proud to see the redevelopment of Breckenridge Village recognized as Commercial Real Estate Project of the Year! As participants in the redevelopment—through property management, development, leasing, and partial ownership—we’ve seen firsthand the dedication and collaboration that made this transformation possible. It’s an exciting milestone for Little Rock’s retail and entertainment landscape.

In addition to these highlights, several of our transactions were recognized among the top deals of the year in the industrial, office, and land categories. We’re grateful to be part of such a dynamic commercial real estate community and appreciate our clients and partners who make these successes possible.

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and nominees!

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Berryville Regional Business Park: A Prime Opportunity for Business Growth

Posted on 10/01/24

The Berryville Regional Business Park has been making headlines! This recent article from Talk Business & Politics highlights the unique opportunities this 380-acre site offers for businesses looking to invest—such as competitive pricing, opportunity zone tax incentives, and fully developed infrastructure, making this site ready for immediate development.

Kelley Commercial Partners is proud to be a part of Berryville’s continued growth and success!

Check out the article to learn more about the potential this business park holds for new and expanding businesses, and be sure to check out the listing on our website HERE!

Hank Kelley recognized by UALR School of Business

Posted on 06/24/20

Hank Kelley, CEO, Executive Broker, and Partner at Kelley Commercial Partners
Whitney Burgess, Vice President of Client Services and Strategy at Team SI

Today the University of Arkansas Little Rock School of Business announced it will honor Kelley Commercial Partners’ CEO, Hank Kelley, as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year for his the mark he has made in business and for his service to the community and UA Little Rock. Whitney Burgess, vice president of client services and strategy at Team SI, will receive the Dean’s Award for Excellence. Awards will be presented at the Distinguished Alumni Luncheon to be held Oct. 16.

Kelley received his MBA from the UA Little Rock School of Business in 1984, the same year he joined the firm which is now Kelley Commercial Partners. He has stayed connected at UA Little Rock over the years by serving on the Business Advisory Council and as adjunct instructor at the School of Business. Last year, Kelley and his wife, Stephanie, made a generous donation to A.P. Vibhakar Endowed Scholarship.

“I’m honored to be recognized by the university and appreciate the efforts of the faculty and administration to engage and stay connected to the business community,” said Kelley.

HMS Manufacturing Co. announces production and distribution facility at the port

Posted on 10/31/19

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reported that Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced Wednesday HMS Manufacturing Co. will open its fourth manufacturing and warehouse facility in Little Rock. Co-owners, Janet Sofy and Nancy Negohosian, were in Little Rock for the announcement. This operation will create up to 90 new jobs in Little Rock. Nick Kelley and Gary Smith of Flake & Kelley were in attendance.

“We’re excited to see the increase in activity in the port and the creation of new jobs,” said Nick Kelley, executive vice president and partner.

Frito-Lay occupied a brand new $2.5 million warehouse facility in 2018 and in August of this year Smith closed on the sale of 35,600 SF at 4301 Mauney Rd. in the port. Currently he has an office building at 7773 Sloane Dr. listed for sale.

“The Little Rock Port Authority does a great job promoting the port and bringing new business to Little Rock,” said Gary Smith, director of business development at Flake & Kelley.