We strive to generate consistent returns by applying our cycle-tested investment strategy.
In every decision we make, our investors' long-term interests come first. We are value investors and not traders. We create investment platforms where we believe in the opportunity with high conviction. While investments are often won or lost in the acquisition process by a small pricing percentage, the potential value not the price drives investment performance. Our core focus is to determine the potential value of an asset.
We strive to add value to underlying properties through a combination of hands-on real property expertise, a strategic investment approach focused on value and trends across markets and property types, and through disciplined portfolio and asset management.
Our core focus is to determine the potential value of an asset, which cannot be understood by math alone.
We apply a strategy-driven investment approach that revolves around three primary themes:
Invest in markets with highly educated workforces that thrive in today's global economy
Specifically take advantage of the urbanization trend in our major cities and emerging urban and suburban nodes with close proximity to transit and infrastructure
Through investment in these evolving neighborhoods, target mixed-use projects that can offer greater pricing power over time
Rockwood's ESG Focus has Three Primary Initiatives:
E
Environmentally Conscious Investing
Firm focus on investment in mixed-use highly amenitized neighborhoods and communities
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) compliant design and construction in both new building constructions and rehabilitation
Rockwood is engaged in a study, "Evolving Cities: Resilent Urban Form and Governance" with the thesis that stewardship of the environment creates long term value
S
Socially Responsible
Equal employment / equality of opportunity (fair and diverse hiring / employment process)
Comprehensive employee handbook
Top-tier employee benefits, including healthcare & dental care plans and maternity / paternity & family leave policies
G
Strong Corporate Governance
Emphasis on legal and regulatory compliance with Chief Compliance Offier and General Counsel reporting direct to Managing Partners
Broad sharing of authority and economics
Profit sharing among firm employees in a privately owned business
Rockwood's Philosophy on Responsible Investing:
Rockwood is a proponent of good ESG practices both by its culture and approach to investing
While Rockwood is not a signatory to the UN PRI, it is guided by its six principles
Rockwood has a strong culture of open, transparent communication with investors and partners
Responsible Contractor practice: Fiduciary responsibility to investors is paramount, but selection of JV partners, contractors and banking relationships, fair dealing and diversity are equally important, in complying with many State Responsible Contractor Policies