About Us
Founded in 2019, Duke Ventures is a real estate investment company committed to social responsibility and community empowerment. Our current portfolio includes four hotels: a Quality Inn in Tennessee, Home2 Suites in Oklahoma, Hampton Inn in Georgia, and Wyndham Hotel in Louisiana.
Strategy
Smart Investments
At Duke Ventures, our strategy is rooted in making thoughtful investments designed to endure the inevitable external pressures that come with a dynamic and ever-changing hospitality landscape. We approach each opportunity with a long-term vision, ensuring that our investments not only weather challenges but also grow and thrive over time. Our goal is to create a legacy of wealth that benefits both ourselves and those we collaborate with, providing the foundation for generational financial stability.
Social Responsibility
At Duke Ventures, we are committed to making a meaningful impact in the communities where we invest. Beyond financial success, we aim to enhance the well-being of local residents by fostering respectful relationships and promoting collective progress. Our guiding principles—respect for the community and shared growth—drive us to collaborate with local businesses, organizations, and leaders. Through job creation, partnerships, and support for community initiatives, we strive to leave a positive, lasting legacy that benefits both the neighborhood and its people.
Our Founders
Norland James, MBA
Dr. Amina Gilyard James
Dr. Amina Gilyard James
Founder
Dr. Amina Gilyard James
Dr. Amina Gilyard James
Dr. Amina Gilyard James
Founder/Managing Partner
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