Gratitude & Partnership
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When I first met the Batmasians my life was just starting to turn around after being released from prison after 3 ½ years. I started working as a laborer. I wanted so much to change that I worked every day as much as I could until my boss changed my position to head of maintenance. Not knowing anything when I started, I read books and went to school when I could. And that’s when the light came on. Mr. Batmasian gave me a chance. He believed in me. Mr. Batmasian and his wife gave me the opportunity of a lifetime by just trusting in me, something that I’ve never felt from anyone. Mr. Batmasian has empowered me to live right, to love the Lord and. most important, Mr. Batmasian taught me how to love myself. Today I can honestly say I am a changed man, a father, husband, uncle, friend. Thanks to the Lord for putting the Batmasians in my life. There’s no way I could ever repay them, so I help others now if I can. In return, I now find that’s it’s a passion, an honor, and a blessing to serve someone else.
Jim C.
For over 25 years, I was a successful , clean & sober Texas business man with a beautiful family and active in Christian ministry. In 2005, I was a multimillionaire who appeared to have it all. My financial success put me in a very social, indulgent environment, and I picked up my first drink. In a short time, I was in full-fledged addiction to drugs and alcohol that created a total loss of my family, finances business and ministry. By 2014, in a suicidal state, I checked into a mental hospital in South Florida and was sent to How House for recovery. In a state of brokenness and hopelessness, God showed up! I lived at the The Lords Place and met Mr. B. at Hughes Park in Boca where he often goes to support the homeless. I believe this encounter with him was a “divine appointment”—a moment that positively changed my destiny for the better. Mr. B. listened to my story. It did not take him long to tell me that he believed in me and was going to give me a second chance to prove myself. Mr. B., without hesitation, called his manager and hired me on the spot as a security officer for Investments Limited. The job is a total blessing by providing structure, stability and accountability which has allowed me to grow into the person that I am today. God used the kindness of Jim & Marta Batmasian to mentor me. As a result of their support, I built trust among the IL team. After only six months, I was promoted to a Commercial Property Manager. On October 2019, I celebrated 5 years in recovery. I am eternally grateful to Christ for bringing the Batmasian family into my life. They are true leaders who exhibit the most extravagant generosity and use their company as a platform to bring success to others. Investments Limited is a family run and operated company that cares for their employees and tenants. I now use my free time, treasures and talents to encourage others in need by supporting Changing Lives of Boca Raton, Inc & other community non profits.
Donald A.
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued help and confidence with helping me progress and do better. Many people do not take the time to help the less fortunate as you are doing. I truly think your efforts will be rewarded & many people do not see all the help & what you do for people like me. It’s difficult to measure the results but I want you to know I’m glad you’re helping me! I am currently in the James Club in Fort Lauderdale, bt trying to relocate closer to my employment with you as I rely on a bike & bus! Please know that I would like to advance myself and do better with you. I am very fortunate to get connected with someone so generous and fair.
Carl M.
I have known Jim Batmasian for years. He and his wife, Marta, were among the very first people my wife and I met upon moving to Florida in 1985. I have seen Jim’s business grow along with the city and have watched as Jim himself also grew to a position as a philanthropic leader in the community. Jim has always gone beyond just writing checks and has taken an enthusiastic hands-on approach to helping meet our community’s needs, particularly with respect to underprivileged youth, and I know Jim is particularly proud of PROPEL, a unique program he created to develop employment skills and opportunities for young people. In discussing this program with the City’s police chiefs and command staff over the years, I can tell you that the program has contributed to reducing neighborhood crime and breaking the cycle of hopelessness for so many at-risk kids in our community. Gang activity in our DM neighborhood was virtually eliminated when all the gang members joined PROPEL and were too busy being productive to hang out on the streets!
Stuart R.
Mr. Batmasian is my hero and my husband’s hero. He has taught us so much about the importance of commitment and remembering those who need mentorship, understanding, and time. He has helped to guide and chart a course for so many minorities in our community who would otherwise be imprisoned or on the streets with nothing to lose. Our community is much improved in that these individuals are now in schools and programs rather than becoming wards of our working community. I also am very honored to say that I feel he is one of most selfless individuals that I have ever met. He is giving and still he is humble. He is prayerful and he is appreciative. His protégées are taught how to strengthen themselves and thrive. I would have to say that if there was a humanitarian award to be given, he would definitely receive it.
Linda J.
Over the decades that I have known Mr. Batmasian, I have been with him on many occasion and witnessed his extraordinary commitment to his community, church and numerous charities. I am familiar with the organization he established to assist youth in the Boca Raton area, and have observed him first-hand working with these youths. He has often shared with me his hope that through his time and resources, he can help troubled youth lead productive lives. Mr. Batmasian is someone who is deeply committed to affording opportunities to those in need. He has repeatedly displayed in my presence an extraordinary sense of humanity.
Gary G.
I started as an intern at Investments Limited. I had recently moved to Boca Raton from Philly and did not know many people. I met Mr. B and he offered me a chance to learn from the Marketing team as a summer intern. Starting off with no prior business experience, I expected to do basic tasks like buying coffee and answering phones. Ha! Not a chance. It has been an opportunity of a lifetime. The management team believed in me and assigned me challenging responsibilities. I worked hard and have grown professionally through this experience. As a result, I am a full -time employee learning new skills every day. It is an exciting & vibrant place to work. My experience at Investments Limited has taught me insight into the real estate industry; I aspire to be a future property owner & investor. The Investments Limited team has become an extension of my family- I am best friends with my coworkers, I love the Boca lifestyle because I feel that I belong in a thriving, fast paced community. I owe it all to the Batmasians for graciously embracing me into their organization. I want to thank them for the opportunity and I look forward to growing here!
Maegan R.
I’ve known the Batmasian family for over a decade as we have served on various charitable committees. I feel a bond with them because we share the same faith & passion to help people. I find it fascinating that although the family has reached high levels of business success through Investments Limited, they use their fortune to bless others. They are intrinsically involved in serving at-risk people and relate to the struggles of the average person. For example, I have seen Mrs. B. cleaning up after a PROPEL Children’s’ charity event at 10pm. Mr. B. sacrifices his time working tirelessly, behind the scenes, to serve the most disadvantaged of our society. On any given day, Mr. B. can be found providing transportation, food, shelter, medical and jobs for the homeless–giving them dignity –so that they become contributors to our society. Mr. and Mrs. Batmasian are truly an inspiration to mankind!
Farris B.
I have known Mr. B for almost 30 years and he has been a father- figure and personal life coach. I have vivid memories of our fun times together, along with Marta and his two sons, Armen & Jimmy. We met at St David’s Armenian Church and spent many Sundays together. He drove us kids to tennis & baseball games— and encouraged us to participate in youth sports and community service. We spent countless hours volunteering at Propel, a charity that Mr. B. founded, to help at- risk youth. He not only donated money, but took the time to mentor students. Mr B has a relentless approach to family, business & community—he has a high standard for himself and others. He strives to do his best & encourages others to strive for success. I achieved high levels of success in my life because Mr. B. believed in me, gave me opportunities and spoke words of affirmation–even at moments when I lost hope in myself. For example, in my early 20’s, I encountered a very challenging time when I was feeling completely devastated. I had a personal life crisis and hit rock bottom. Jim learned of my situation and immediately helped me. He gave me a job at IL. This life- changing opportunity provided me with training and experience to re-create myself. I absorbed all of the daily grind. That experience was the driving force that lead me to my current career in the construction industry. IL gave me a platform to succeed. I don’t know where I would be without Mr & Mrs B. always encouraging me, believing in me and pushing me forward. 30 years later, their influence and spirit of excellence remains strong.
Ara G.
The James & Marta, Jimmy, Armen Batmasian legacy will shine on from generation to generation. This family is real, living a true life to humbly serve others. In 2008, I decided to leave behind an 18 year successful RN career to serve the Lord on a full-time basis, opening an exclusive Christian bookstore with the primary intention to help orphans. I became a tenant of Investments Limited, Inc., for a monthly fee of around $1378 at 2236 N. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, for 6 years. Just about 3 months into the lease, things were getting harder and harder, although my faith was going stronger. Some months I could only afford to pay $50 or even less and worse. I became homeless, secretly sleeping on the back of the counter. Instead of kicking me out, the Batmasians honored me, invited me out to dine, encouraged my resilience, coached me for network events, handed out many gift certificates to me, free advertising etc. They even bought many Bibles in order to patronize “Jardin Spiritual Bookstore” to donate to homeless people. The Batmasians were so devoted to my cause that I felt embarrassed most of the time by their empathy that was so undeserved to me. In 2014, financially drained, I decided to go back to Haiti after 32 years living in the States. I then opened an orphanage, and to honor the family legacy, I took the liberty without permission to call it “Batmasian Orphanage”, where I have been since serving many helpless and hopeless orphans. I can never repay this angelic family all I owe, but today, I humbly present this modest bouquet that I assembled from the deepest membranes of my grateful heart. May God continue to protect and sustain the Batmasian family! May this family keep on walking in the blessings from generation to generation! Praise God!
Nuella Joseph, RN
I’ve come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint. The best way to achieve success is to discover what you love and then find a way to offer it to others in the form of service. Mr. & Mrs. Batmasian love people and they use their real estate, Investments Limited, as a platform to bless others. They build communities where people reside, conduct business, have fun and enjoy a high quality of life. As an international real estate investor, I initially met the Batmasians for business. Not only did they share real estate insights, and mentor me, they also demonstrated inspirational leadership. I have witnessed the time and dedication that they offer to the Boca community which has truly impacted me and inspired my family. As a result of their influence, I am a proud supporter and volunteer of HOME, a non profit co-founded by the Batmasians which provides support & resources to support the homeless community.
Peter B.