Battle Monument Group Appoints Colonel (Ret.) Robert “Rob” Forte as Chief Operating Officer

Richmond, Virginia, October 8, 2025

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Battle Monument Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert "Rob" Forte as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Forte will oversee firm-wide operations, financial performance, and strategic execution across the company's six active funds and 200 properties.

Forte graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and has earned multiple master's degrees. He served 26 years as a Ranger Qualified Infantry Officer, retiring as Colonel. His deployments included Desert Storm, Afghanistan, and Iraq. He has served in several operational and executive level management positions in the private sector since his retirement from the Army.

"We are thrilled to have a decorated veteran and business leader like Rob join our team at an important inflection point in our growth." said Johnny Oliver, Founder and Managing Partner. "Rob is a perfect fit, both culturally and functionally."

"It is an honor to be part of the team at BMG." said Forte. "I've been an investor for years and look forward to putting my shoulder behind the wheel."

About Battle Monument Group

Battle Monument Group (BMG) is a real estate investment firm headquartered in Richmond, VA. BMG is dedicated to increasing the economic power of veterans and industry-leading professionals through stable, fixed-income funds. Since its founding in 2014, BMG has successfully acquired and manages over 200 commercial properties worth $200 million, and provides a wide range of investment opportunities to those seeking passive income and capital appreciation.