New Home Builder: Gelcorp Industries

Gelcorp Industries, the acclaimed developer of luxury homes and residential communities in prime locations throughout the Midwest and East Coast, is pleased to introduce Southpoint Trails to Durham, North Carolina and the surrounding area. Gelcorp entered into residential development in the 1980s in Chicago, Illinois. After years of success in the Chicago metropolitan area, Gelcorp expanded into Florida, Virginia, and North Carolina. In Florida alone, Gelcorp has invested and developed over $300 million in properties on Jupiter Island, Hobe Sound, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Windermere, and Winter Park. Over the past 15 years, Gelcorp diversified and acquired thousands of acres of land for sod, cattle, and mining operations. Gelcorp is a strong supporter of the Triangle area, as the company has been an investor at Governor's Club for more than 10 years. Jeff Gelman is the founder of Gelcorp Industries and the President of Gelcorp Management and affiliated entities. His extensive background of over 27 years in the industry has honed his skills in selecting prime real estate and overseeing the details of financing, land planning, zoning, construction, and agriculture. This experience and expertise have resulted in the long-term stability and success of Gelcorp Industries. Mr. Gelman earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from University of Michigan, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University, and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Chicago.