Andrea Hopper
Executive Vice President of Industrial Advisory Services
Colliers | Indianapolis
During her career of more than 24 years, Andrea Hopper has earned a reputation as a leader both within her industry and at her company.
As Executive Vice President of Industrial Advisory Services at Colliers | Indianapolis, Hopper is an integral member of the Indianapolis Industrial Advisory Team, which includes Jimmy Cohoat, SIOR, Jason Speckman, SIOR, Tyler Wilson, SIOR and Billy Powers. Together, this team delivers comprehensive expertise in all aspects of industrial real estate, including site selection, development and design, and representation for landlords, tenants and developers across the nation.
Over the course of her career, Hopper has completed more than 500 transactions totaling over 23 million square feet of industrial space and facilitated the sale of over 1,000 acres of land earmarked for development. Her ability to assess project-specific requirements and align them with long-term client strategies has been a hallmark of her success.
“I enjoy the variety of projects my team and I are fortunate to work on, all while striving for the most successful outcomes for our clients,” Hopper said. “Whether it’s landing tenants in a big box or finding the right solution for a tenant, every day is different. Another aspect of the business I’ve always loved—maybe I’m a logistics nerd—is getting those packages off the front porch and seeing a business or address that I have assisted with.”
Hopper’s journey in real estate began in industrial brokerage, where she specialized in corporate services. Her career evolved when she transitioned to the developer side, working with institutional giants such as First Industrial and Prologis.
At Prologis, Hopper co-managed a 55-building portfolio encompassing 10.5 million square feet and more than 200 tenants, further honing her expertise in leasing and transaction management. Her proficiency isn’t limited to Indiana; she regularly supports corporate clients with deals across the United States and internationally.
“This business takes patience, as many projects span years,” Hopper said. “It’s challenging when a deal is on the brink of falling apart, but our team works tirelessly to keep things on track. When deals die, it’s disappointing, but you have to keep looking forward and move on to the next.”
Hopper’s impact extends beyond the boardroom. She is actively involved in her community, serving on the Hendricks County Tax Assessment Board of Appeals and supporting organizations like Dress for Success Indianapolis and Connection Pointe Christian Church.
“I’ve been blessed to be part of successful teams,” Hopper said. “From my early days handling corporate accounts nationwide to stepping into the institutional landlord side with Prologis, I’ve worked with some of the best. Hard work and dependability are the keys to success in this industry.”
When she’s not closing deals, Hopper spends her time with her family, often traveling, attending her children’s sporting events, watching Indy Car races or other professional sports. A loyal Dodgers fan for nearly a decade, Hopper relished her family’s chance to celebrate the team’s 2024 World Series triumph. Also, as a former collegiate golfer she still squeezes in time to hit the links and eagerly awaits her first hole in one.
