Patricia Grasing Krasowski Named Investment Manager By The Hampshire Companies

Morristown, NJ (PRWEB) May 5, 2006 -- The Hampshire Companies, a full service, private real estate investment fund manager with equity in assets valued at over $1 billion, is proud to announce the appointment of Patricia Grasing Krasowski as Investment Manager for The Hampshire Generational Fund.

This commingled, discretionary real estate investment fund delivers superior, above-market returns to its investors through the acquisition and operation of industrial, retail, and office properties as well as investing in other real estate funds.

In her capacity as the Generational Fund's Investment Manager, Krasowski will provide oversight of the valuation and growth of assets including the supervision of the funds' valuation methodology and tracking of the funds' key performance indicators.

Prior to joining Hampshire, Krasowski held the position of Senior Vice President for the Commercial Asset Management Group at Sentinel Real Estate Corporation, primarily serving state and local public employee pension funds. Throughout her 19 years at Sentinel, Krasowski's main responsibilities included portfolio planning, operating performance, and client reporting on office, industrial, and retail properties located throughout the United States.

Previous to that, Krasowski served as a real estate leasing representative and administrator for Petrie Stores Corporation, a nationwide chain of 1,500 ladies ready-to-wear stores.

James E. Hanson II, President of The Hampshire Companies praised Krasowski's arrival and management background, remarking, "We are delighted to welcome Patricia into the Hampshire family. Her expertise and previous experience will continue to enhance the Generational Fund's already outstanding investments. Under Patricia's guidance, we look forward to acquiring a number of additional assets for the Fund that will continue to achieve high-yield rewards for our investor base."

Krasowski received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Syracuse University. A member of The Building Owner's and Management Association (BOMA) and of The International Council of Shopping Centers, Krasowski is a resident of Summit, New Jersey.

The Hampshire Generational Fund, LLC, is a commingled, discretionary value-added real estate investment fund. The goal of the Fund is to deliver superior, above-market returns to its investors through the acquisition and operation of industrial, retail, and office product as well as an investor in other real estate funds.

The Hampshire Companies is a vibrant, dynamic organization that combines creative vision and superior execution, thereby enabling it to create and enhance value in real estate investments in order to consistently outperform the market.

Additional information on The Hampshire Companies and its funds is available online at www.hampshireco.com.

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