The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) today announced that NorthPoint Development, a contract development company, will be expanding its operations in Riverside. The expansion project is expected to create 20 new jobs.
“NorthPoint Development’s expansion in Riverside is great news for the region,” said Department of Economic Development Director Mike Downing. “Not only is NorthPoint creating good paying jobs, but their expansion reflects a greater trend of continued economic growth and community development in the area. The Department of Economic Development is proud to partner with this company, whose contributions to its community keep Missouri moving forward.”
NorthPoint is a full-service real estate organization whose products are tailored to meet its customers’ needs ranging from raw land to turn-key solutions. Since its inception in 2008, NorthPoint has raised over $530,000,000 in capital for its various projects. NorthPoint has been partnered with both local and institutional investors to raise capital for its projects.
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