Frank Lonardelli

Frank Lonardelli, President of Arlington Street Investments, named our company in tribute to the address where he and his family grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

From an early age Frank learnt to deal with and overcome adversity. With some inspiring advice from one of his teachers, Frank quickly put himself on a track to success. He accepted a scholarship to the University of Winnipeg, where he graduated with a major in Political Science. He also completed the Entrepreneurial Masters Program on the campus of MIT and sits on several public and private advisory Boards and Boards of Directors.

Frank has proven through his dedication and perseverance that anything is possible. In fact, the unique qualities that make Frank a highly regarded and well-respected figure in his community are the same qualities you will find at the core of our company. He provides the leadership and vision of the Corporation as it scales to become “Best of Class.” Frank strives to provide opportunities and mentorship to peers, youth and investors to help them achieve their own goals and ambitions.

 In the News

Frank Lonardelli in the news:

Innovative philanthropists help investors and the poor.
Calgary Herald, November 5, 2011

http://www2.canada.com/calgaryherald/news/theeditorialpage/story.html?id=e257d050-6139-4c52-9fd3-3672b20d5a36 

Arlington back in building business.
Calgary Herald, January 12, 2010

http://www2.canada.com/calgaryherald/news/calgarybusiness/story.html?id=a7fa0c1a-7604-4859-81f6-741412475395

 

He wanted to give back to others in a way that others gave to him.
Winnipeg Free Press, June 26, 2009

http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/he-wants-to-help-others-the-way-others-helped-him-49080541.html

Preview of Gordon Sinclair JR. article:

“This afternoon at Westminster United Church, a tall man in a suit will stand before the graduating students at Gordon Bell High School and deliver a speech in the form of a short story.

A short story that took a long time to finally tell.

It dates back more than 20 years, to another Gordon Bell grad ceremony that happened in the same church on what Frank Lonardelli now calls “one of the best days and worst days of my life.”

It’s a story that explains why, at age 39, he has returned to his former neighbourhood to bestow a graduation gift on Gordon Bell in the form of a $100,000 scholarship endowment.

It’s also a story that I think every Class of 2009 should hear.”

Risky Business: Weigh dangers before making exempt market real estate investment
Winnipeg Free Press, March 20, 2010

http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/business/finance/risky-business-88717052.html

Commercial Real Estate Development in Calgary

As with all information on this website, its use is as a filler until the official launch. Nothing on this website has been approved by Frank Lonardelli or Arlington Street Investments.

Calgary has quickly become one of the most popular areas in which to begin or expand a business. It was built originally on a thriving industry of oil and agriculture; two industries that are always in demand. Because of this, Calgary grew very quickly and many people moved there for employment or to start their own business ventures.

There are a number of different companies in Calgary that are fighting to be the number one Commercial Real Estate agency. However, because there is so much activity going on in the area, the majority of the agencies have a steady workload that keeps them going. This means they have generally all built up a fantastic reputation, and you will be hard pressed to decide who to go with. Should you choose one of the large, global firms with a world-wide reach and reputation or one of the smaller companies that know more about the area and have more intimate contacts? It is completely your decision to make, and will all come down to who fits best for you. Perhaps you prefer the personality of one company, or perhaps the deals another offers you. No matter what decision you come to, make sure that it is not one you have rushed in to.

The property in Calgary varies; although most types are available, they are all in high demand with very low vacancy rates. If you are looking for retail space, office blocks, a warehouse or commercial land, there will be something to suit your needs. However, most of the properties tend to be more up-market than other areas of Canada, for the simple reason that Calgary has a lot of money invested in it. Because they are more up-market and because Calgary has a low vacancy rate the prices are higher. You might find an area of land that costs double in Calgary than it does in a different city for the same size. You get what you pay for, and in Calgary you are paying the reputation of the name, increased flow of traffic, and the fact of being established in Calgary.

Because Calgary has a steady flow of income being fed into it, there are always new projects and developments going on. Whether it is a new building being completed or an old building being renovated, it is a good idea to keep your eyes out for any potential that you might be able to grab. It is a city that is constantly on the move, and constantly evolving into something bigger and better. This is one of the main reasons that so many people decide to invest their business in this metropolitan area.

Frank Lonardelli

Frank Lonardelli is the President of Arlington Street Investments.  Arlington Street is Winnipeg address where he grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Frank Lonardelli, President of Arlington Street Investments is currently working on the new ASI website. This website and the others bearing his name are also under construction and as such, all copy is temporary and used as placeholders. Do not consider any of this information to be advice on investing or a solicitation to invest.

From an early age Frank learnt to deal with and overcome adversity. With some inspiring advice from one of his teachers, Frank quickly put himself on a track to success. He accepted a scholarship to the University of Winnipeg, where he graduated with a major in Political Science. He also completed the Entrepreneurial Masters Program on the campus of MIT and sits on several public and private advisory Boards and Boards of Directors.

Frank has proven through his dedication and perseverance that anything is possible. In fact, the unique qualities that make Frank a highly regarded and well-respected figure in his community are the same qualities you will find at the core of our company. He provides the leadership and vision of the Corporation as it scales to become “Best of Class.” Frank strives to provide opportunities and mentorship to peers, youth and investors to help them achieve their own goals and ambitions.

Arlington Street Investments

Founded by Frank Lonardelli, Arlington Street Investments is a business focused on building relationships, strengthening partnerships, and enhancing value. Our business is client driven; our relationships, based on creating wealth. We align our interests with those of our investment partners and follow through on every single commitment. SOAR captures the balance within our organization — balancing freedom with responsibility, value with profit, and individuality with teamwork.

Supportive

Objective

Accountable

Responsive

Our team is committed to excellence through education and communication. We focus on Investment Partners first and foremost with an unlimited ambition toward our corporate goals.

Our Mission Statement:

Is a reflection of becoming “best of class” in everything that we do. We align ourselves with top level professionals who have a wealth of expertise in each of their respective fields to ensure that we achieve our corporate goal of becoming…

Our approach:

We take a disciplined approach to investing by implementing our core investment principles.

“Your Destination For High Quality Real Estate Investments”

Considerations in Investing in Commercial Real Estate in Canada

Commercial Real Estate in Canada

For the well-informed investor, commercial Real Estate is an industry that almost always does well, no matter the state of the world’s finances. People are always on the lookout for ways to start or improve their business, and real estate is one of the main parts of this. It is important to set up business in a place that is easy to access, that looks respectable, and that shows how successful the business is doing. In some cases, all you need is an office block that your staff is happy to work in, and that your clients approve of. Higher happiness ratings amongst staff lead to increased motivation, meaning that the work is done faster, smoother, and to a higher standard. A client should be impressed by an office when they visit it, so that they can see the business is doing well, and so that they feel comfortable that you will be able to serve them better than anyone else.

In Canada, there are a lot of different companies that deal with Commercial Real Estate. Some are large global companies that have localized offices, while others are smaller independent practices. It is always a good idea to look at the reputation behind each practice, rather than how big it is. It could be, for example, that a smaller company has a better reputation in a certain area; maybe they work with the community to increase its standing, perhaps by funding projects or offering work experience to local academic institutions. It could be that they have better knowledge of the area than one of the larger chains that is spread all over. No matter what you are looking for, always take the smaller firms into consideration.

Calgary is currently one of the most popular parts of Canada when it comes to Commercial Real Estate. You could even say it’s one of the most popular parts of Canada in general. With its economic activity being based around petroleum and agriculture, it has a steady base with which to work. It is also the third largest municipality and fifth largest metropolitan area in Canada, making it an incredibly popular area to start up or expand a business. It does, however, also make it more expensive than other smaller cities.

There is a lot to consider when investing in Commercial Real Estate, from time frames, finances, and location. Make sure that you do a lot of research into all three, and work with a Real Estate firm that will work best with you, to help you get hold of exactly what it is you want.