ABOUT US
Ancora Group Holdings is an institutional self-storage investment management firm with a proven track record of acquiring and managing high-potential assets valued between $5 million and $50 million across the United States. With over 25 years of experience, our team strategically targets Class A/B properties in thriving markets, employing a flexible investment approach that spans Core, Core-Plus, Value-Add, and Development opportunities. We leverage our deep market knowledge and industry expertise to unlock hidden value in these assets, implementing innovative strategies that deliver consistent returns for our investors. Our focus on properties ranging from 35,000 to 150,000 square feet allows us to capitalize on opportunities in both primary and secondary markets, maximizing value creation across our portfolio.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
JAE HO
Jae Ho is the Founding Principal of Ancora Group Holdings. He serves as President and Management Committee Member of the firm, where he provides strategic leadership and guidance for the company's investment activities. He oversees the acquisition team, ensuring alignment with the firm's investment objectives. His responsibilities also encompass financial oversight, operational efficiency, and the development of effective marketing strategies across the portfolio.
Prior to founding Ancora, Jae spent over 12 years as Principal at Barker Pacific Group, leading their self-storage acquisition and investment strategy. He previously served as the Chief Operating Officer of Union Development Company, gaining extensive experience in real estate acquisition and management. Jae received his B.A. in Economics from UC Irvine.
BRYAN YOO
Bryan Yoo serves as Senior Vice President of Acquisitions and Asset Management at Ancora Group Holdings, contributing his expertise to the firm's investment strategies. He plays a key role in sourcing and evaluating potential investments, as well as optimizing the performance of existing assets within the portfolio.
Prior to joining Ancora, Bryan held progressively senior positions at Barker Pacific Group, Archbell Capital, and IBM, showcasing his capabilities across diverse sectors. Bryan received his M.B.A. from the University of Southern California and B.S./B.A. in Accounting/Economics from the University of Maryland.
KENNY LI
Kenny Lis serves as Chief Administrative Officer at Ancora Group Holdings, where he is responsible for day-to-day operations. In addition, his responsibilities as Director of Investments for LNG Management include portfolio asset allocation, sourcing and underwriting direct deals, and manager due diligence. He is also acting Chief Financial Officer for operating companies within the portfolio.
Kenny is a CFA® charterholder and received his M.B.A. from the University of Southern California. He holds a B.S. in Finance from St. John’s University.
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
JAE HO
Jae Ho is the Founding Principal of Ancora Group Holdings. He serves as President and Management Committee Member of the firm, where he provides strategic leadership and guidance for the company's investment activities. He oversees the acquisition team, ensuring alignment with the firm's investment objectives. His responsibilities also encompass financial oversight, operational efficiency, and the development of effective marketing strategies across the portfolio.
Prior to founding Ancora, Jae spent over 12 years as Principal at Barker Pacific Group, leading their self-storage acquisition and investment strategy. He previously served as the Chief Operating Officer of Union Development Company, gaining extensive experience in real estate acquisition and management. Jae received his B.A. in Economics from UC Irvine.
MICHAEL BARKER
Michael Barker is a co-founder of Ancora Group Holdings and serves as a Management Committee member. He is the founder of Barker Pacific Group. Since founding Barker Pacific Group in 1983, Michael Barker has directed the development of more than $3.5 billion in commercial projects. His active focus is the acquisition, development, and management of pre-leased residential and commercial projects.
Since 1973, Barker has overseen the development of major projects in such cities as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Phoenix, Houston, Las Vegas, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale.
Before starting Barker Pacific Group in 1983, Barker was an officer at Hines Interests, where he headed up development of more than four million square feet of office space in Tulsa, Houston, and San Antonio. In 1970, he also co-founded the asset management firm First Houston Trust Company. From 1968 to 1970, he served as a lending officer in the Energy Department of Citibank, New York.
Barker has served as Chairman of the Board for the John Tracy Center, which serves hearing-impaired children, and he an active member of the Urban Land Institute and Lambda Alpha International.
Barker holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and a bachelor’s degree from Abilene Christian University.
