ALEXANDER CITY, AL | November 15, 2024 – Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC (JWA), the leasing agent for The Gateway at Lake Martin, announces the grand opening of a highly anticipated Publix Super Market, a 47,000-square-foot store, at The Gateway at Lake Martin in Alexander City, Alabama. Developed by Ventures South Investments, The Gateway is a premier shopping destination designed to serve the community and visitors alike.
Publix will serve as an anchor tenant for this growing retail hub, joining a vibrant mix of national retailers, including Marshalls, Rack Room Shoes, Five Below, and Starbucks. Known for its commitment to quality products, exceptional customer service, and active community engagement, Publix is set to elevate the shopping experience for residents and visitors in Alexander City and the surrounding areas.
Strategically located to serve both the Alexander City community and visitors to the nearby Lake Martin area, The Gateway at Lake Martin combines convenience with a diverse retail offering tailored to the needs of locals and tourists alike.
The opening of Publix marks another milestone in JWA’s and Ventures South Investments’ commitment to driving growth and investment in Alexander City. This new addition not only expands access to premier retail options but also creates valuable job opportunities, reinforcing the area’s economic vitality.
About Jim Wilson & Associates:
Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, based in Montgomery, Alabama, has developed and managed a wide array of properties throughout the eastern United States, including Class A office buildings, hotels, residential communities and millions of square feet of premier shopping space. These experiences have brought knowledge and expertise that have generated new investment opportunities in capital, hospitality and gaming ventures as well. As a result, JWA’s services are expanding through the formation of partnerships and companies, including 42 Equity Partners and A&W Enterprises, LLC. JWA was founded by Jim Wilson, Jr. and today is led by his son, Will Wilson, and a well-established team of talented and experienced professionals. For more information about Jim Wilson & Associates, LLC, please visit www.jwacompanies.com.
About Ventures South Investments:
Ventures South Investments (“VSI”) was formed in 2020 as retail development and asset management company based out of Atlanta, GA. The result oriented VSI team has over $150 million in various retail development projects since inception and continues to produce high quality retail developments. VSI principals have decades of experience in multiple commercial real estate asset types, including enclosed malls, lifestyle centers, regional power centers, grocery-anchored centers, single-tenant net-leased, office, residential, and mixed-use properties. For more information about Ventures South Investments, please visit https://vsouth.com/.
