JLL arranges $50M in forward commitment for Holder Properties' Class A industrial project in Metro Atlanta

• JLL Capital Markets arranges a forward sale between an institutional pension fund and Holder Properties for the development of Winder Commerce Center, a 321,300-square-foot shallow bay industrial project in Barrow County, Georgia

• The two-building development is positioned to capitalize on more than $800 million in state highway improvements along the SR-316 corridor, transforming the route into a limited-access logistics spine connecting metro Atlanta to Athens

• Winder Commerce Center marks Holder Properties' third industrial development in the Atlanta market within 18 months, demonstrating the developer's continued expansion of its warehouse and logistics platform across strategic growth corridors in the Southeast

ATLANTA, Oct. 1, 2026 – JLL Capital Markets announced today the placement of a forward sale transaction with construction financing for Winder Commerce Center, a two-building, Class A industrial development in Winder, Georgia.

JLL worked on behalf of the developer, Holder Properties, to place the forward sale agreement with an institutional pension fund. JLL also secured a construction loan through United Community Bank and arranged preferred equity through Marble Capital. Stephen Bridges, Partner at OnPace Partners, will provide landlord representation services.

Situated on a 36.5-acre site in Barrow County, Winder Commerce Center will feature two rear-load industrial buildings totaling 321,300 square feet, including a 147,420-square-foot facility and a 173,880-square-foot facility. The project also includes 4.8 acres of excess trailer parking and industrial outdoor storage. Designed to accommodate a range of logistics, distribution, advanced manufacturing and research-oriented users, the development will offer flexible demising capabilities for multiple tenant configurations. This flexibility reflects Holder Properties’ strategy of developing modern industrial facilities that can respond to evolving tenant requirements and support a diverse range of users.

Expected to deliver in 2027, the buildings will feature 36-foot clear heights, concrete tilt-wall construction, 60-foot dock bay depths, 135-foot truck courts, ESFR fire suppression systems, more than 3,000 amps of power capacity and nearly 300 employee parking spaces. The site plan incorporates separate truck and passenger vehicle entrances to improve operational efficiency as well as significant trailer parking capacity and a dedicated industrial outdoor storage component.

Winder Commerce Center is strategically positioned along the SR-316 corridor, an increasingly important connection between metro Atlanta and Athens. The property offers convenient access to Interstate 85 to the north and south, the University of Georgia and major employment centers across Gwinnett, Barrow, Oconee and Athens-Clarke counties. The location is expected to benefit from ongoing infrastructure improvements along SR-316, including the conversion of key portions of the corridor into a limited-access freeway, which is enhancing connectivity and supporting long-term industrial growth. The investment aligns with Holder Properties’ focus on well-located industrial opportunities supported by infrastructure investment, population growth, access to labor and connectivity to major transportation networks.

The project is located within one of Georgia's fastest-growing counties and draws from a deep labor pool supported by a diverse regional economy. Major employment drivers include manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, higher education, research and technology. Nearby catalysts include The Rowen innovation district, a planned research and knowledge community expected to support significant job creation and economic activity across Northeast Georgia. The property's location also provides access to a large base of manufacturing, warehouse and transportation workers while offering connectivity to both the Atlanta metropolitan area and the Athens market.

Winder Commerce Center marks Holder Properties' third industrial joint venture in the Atlanta market within 18 months, following Coal Mountain Industrial Park in Cumming and Dogwood Logistics Center in Conyers. The development advances Holder Properties’ continued expansion of its warehouse and logistics platform and reflects the company's focus on developing high-quality, flexible facilities in growing Southeastern markets where infrastructure, labor availability and tenant demand support long-term value. The project also demonstrates Holder Properties’ relationship-driven approach to growth, bringing together experienced capital, lending, and development partners to execute thoughtfully on each opportunity.

“Winder Commerce Center reflects the type of industrial opportunity we continue to pursue – well-located sites in growing markets, supported by strong infrastructure and designed with the flexibility to serve a broad range of tenants,” said Will Menkes, President and Managing Partner of Holder Properties. “This transaction was made possible through close collaboration with JLL. Their insight, experience and shared commitment to the project helped establish a strong foundation for its development and long-term performance.”

The JLL Capital Markets team was led by Managing Director Bobby Norwood and Senior Managing Director Mark Sixour, along with Associate Connor McCarthy and Associate Streeter Simmons.

"The forward commitment we've arranged for Winder Commerce Center reflects the strength of this opportunity and the quality of the Holder platform," said Norwood. "The exceptional demographics, highly skilled labor pool and diverse tenant demand in this area, combined with transformative infrastructure improvements along SR-316, position the project for strong performance."

JLL’s Capital Markets group is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers. The group’s in-depth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients, including investment sales and advisory, debt advisory, M&A and corporate finance, loan sales, equity & fund placement, net lease, derivative advisory and energy & infrastructure advisory. The group has more than 3,000 Capital Markets specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries.

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JLL (NYSE:JLL) is a leading global commercial real estate services and investment management company with annual revenue of $26.1 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 112,000 as of June 30, 2026. For over 200 years, clients have trusted JLL, a Fortune 500^® company, to help them confidently buy, build, occupy, manage and invest across a variety of industries and property types, including office, industrial, hotel, multi-family, retail and data center properties. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. Powered by rich global datasets and leading technology capabilities, we provide coordinated, end-to-end delivery of real estate services for a broad range of global clients who represent a wide variety of industries. Through LaSalle Investment Management, we invest for clients on a global basis in both private assets and publicly traded real estate securities. For further information, visit jll.com.

Founded in 1980, Holder Properties is a privately held, full-service commercial real estate company with extensive experience in investments, development, asset management, and property management. Headquartered in Atlanta, the Company has developed or acquired more than 110 projects across 17 states, totaling more than 15 million square feet and total capitalization in excess of $5 billion. The Company’s portfolio contains a diverse range of property types, including student and rental housing, industrial, multi-tenant office and corporate headquarters, film production studios, and other commercial assets. Holder Properties strives to build long-term, rewarding relationships with its partners, clients, and the communities it serves through its commitment to integrity and delivering best-in-class assets and service. To learn more visit holderproperties.com.

United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB) is the financial holding company for United Community, a top-100 U.S. financial institution committed to building stronger communities and improving the financial health and well-being of its customers. United Community offers a full range of banking, mortgage and wealth management services. As of June 30, 2026, United Community Banks, Inc. had $29.1 billion in assets and operated 200 offices across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. United Community also manages a nationally recognized SBA lending franchise and an equipment finance subsidiary, extending its reach to businesses across the country. United Community is the most awarded bank in the Southeast for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power, earning more awards than any other bank in the region, including recognition in 12 of the last 17 years and has also been named one of the “Best Banks to Work For” by American Banker for nine consecutive years. In commercial banking, United Community earned multiple 2026 Greenwich Best Bank awards for Small Business Banking. Forbes has consistently named United Community among the World’s Best and America’s Best Banks. Learn more at ucbi.com.

Established in 2016, Marble Capital manages $3.3 billion in AUM across a series of private equity funds. The company provides flexible capital solutions for real estate developers and operators across the United States and has invested in ~60,000 multifamily units across $14 billion in transactions. Marble Capital is headquartered in Houston, TX and is managed by a group of accomplished real estate professionals with 150 years of combined experience in real estate finance, capital markets, development and operations.