G. Joseph Cosenza, co-founder, director, and vice chairman of The Inland Real Estate Group of Cos., has passed away.
Cosenza, who passed away on Dec. 25, 2024, at the age of 81, was also president of Inland Real Estate Acquisitions.
“Joe was a legendary deal maker in the commercial real estate industry, a trusted and valued partner, and a dear friend,” said Robert H. Baum, Inland chairman, co-founder and general counsel. “We will miss his enduring loyalty, high energy and passion, particularly when he was on the acquisition front fighting the good fight to acquire real estate on terms most favorable to Inland and our investors. And in the office, Joe displayed love, kindliness and humor that Inlanders will always remember. On behalf of the Inland Board and over 1,400 employees across the country, our thoughts and prayers are with the Cosenza family, and we extend our deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to them during this difficult time.”
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