Third generation of Sleiman family enters development business

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By Karen Brune Mathis, Managing Editor

A third generation of Jacksonville's Sleiman family is continuing the tradition of turning dirt into deals.
Brothers Paul and Louis Sleiman bought about 2 acres at Butler Boulevard and Interstate 95 to launch their first retail center, the Galleria Marketplace. It should open by early fall.

It's another branch of the family's profession.

"We've been around it all of our lives," said Louis Sleiman, 23. He and Paul Sleiman, 24, are the middle two of four brothers. Their father, Peter, heads Peter Sleiman Development Group and related entities.

Their uncles are Toney, Eli and Joseph Sleiman, also well-known powerhouse names in retail and commercial development.

Their grandfather, Eli Sleiman Sr., created the now widely known Sleiman Enterprises in 1955. Born in Lebanon, he moved to the United States in 1949. He died in 2001.

Paul and Louis Sleiman launched Triforce Development LLC in September. Their first project is the Galleria Marketplace, a 9,000-square-foot retail center at 6025 Butler Point Road, which is at Butler Point and Bonneval roads.

Tenants include Chicken Salad Chick, Smoothie King and Kazu Sushi Burrito, with another 3,900 square feet available for lease. That space, also targeted to restaurants, will include covered outdoor patio seating.

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