Investing in the Future

1880 Capital was founded by University of Southern California alumni and supporters to connect the Trojan Family with opportunities to grow wealth through commercial real estate vestment. As a Trojan-founded and focused commercial real estate private equity firm, we are committed to delivering preferred returns to fellow Trojans by leveraging our extensive experience and relationships with industry-leading CRE professionals to acquire commercial real estate assets with high upside. Members of our team have expertise in commercial real estate acquisition, banking, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation. Let’s meet the founders of 1880 Capital:

Our Team

Heather Francine

Chief experience officer

A life long member of the Trojan Family, Heather is the force behind the 1880 Capital Tailgate that takes place every football gameday on Trousdale Parkway just south of Tommy Trojan. Heather is a member of “Town and Gown”, the oldest women’s philanthropic organization supported by friends of the university, for the benefit of student scholarships and the improvement of the Town and Gown facility and grounds.

Heather has been a licensed real estate agent in California for 18 years and brings over 30 years of project management, customer service, and client development to the team with a focus on excellence in the details. Heather serves as Head of Investor Relations and is responsible for cultivating relationships with investors, strategic partners, and centers of influence. Heather’s connection to real estate spans decades and is strengthened with strong family ties in the industry. She got her start at an early age, learning the ins and outs of the industry alongside her father as he built an extensive personal portfolio of properties in southern California.

Jim Resha

Chief Investment Strategist

As a die-hard USC football fan and season ticket holder since 2002, Jim bleeds cardinal & gold. In 2021, he fulfilled a lifelong dream of earning a degree from USC when he graduated with an MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business. With 35 years of commercial and industrial real estate, finance, and senior management experience, Jim serves as the Chief Investment Strategist for 1880 Capital. He has been a licensed real estate agent since 1982 and became a California-licensed broker in 1984. Jim is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and currently a member of the Institutes International Activities Committee. CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, asset management, valuation, and investment analysis. He was a two-term President of the Greater Southern California Chapter of CCIM. Jim is also a member of ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers), along with NAIOP, an organization that provides advocacy, education, and business opportunities by connecting members in a powerful North American network in the commercial real estate development and investment industry. Jim’s knowledge and experience in the deal-making process and relationships with industry players are a competitive advantage for our investors and the firm.

Ron Johnson

Chief Operating Officer

Ron has loved USC since before he could spell “Trojans”. Ron achieved a dream deferred when in 2020 he completed his MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business. Due to his experience as a banking industry executive, Ron brings over 20 years of operations, regulatory compliance, and commercial banking leadership experience to the team. Ron serves as the Chief Operating Officer for 1880 Capital and oversees vendor relationships, our investor portal, relationship management systems, and the general operations of the company. He has a passion for commercial real estate that was cultivated from an early age through his involvement in managing family real estate assets.

RETURN ON EQUITY

How It Works

1880 Capital Purchases and Manages the Commercial Real Estate Assets

You Invest In
Our Fund and Receive Periodic Distributions

You Receive
24/7 Access to
the
Performance of Your Investment

We Sell the Properties,
Liquidate the
Fund, and Split Profits with You

Sign Up to Learn More About Investing in Commercial Real Estate Today

Ready to learn more about our Commercial Real Estate investment opportunities? Sign up for an initial consultation with our team today. There’s no obligation to invest, and our team is happy to answer any questions you may have. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to the world of Commercial Real Estate, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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Let’s start with a few details about you…

Let’s start with a few details about you…

Are You An Accredited Investor? Gnenerally, you are an accredited investor if ANY of the following are true.
- Average annual income over the past two years of $200k+ for individuals or $300K+ for joint household OR
- Net worth greater than $1MM (excluding your primary residence) OR
- You hold a Series 7, Series 65 or Series 82

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