Founder of Grupo Nelson Mr. Rodolfo Nelson, Sr. is locally known as the Father of the Mexican Maquiladora Industry. Mr. Nelson started in 1945 as a merchant importing "made in" overseas products from Japan, Korea and Taiwan, and selling them in Mexico. With the earnings he bought commercial and industrial properties for leasing. In 1965 the concept of "Maquiladora" was born when Mr. Nelson established the first U.S.-owned Maquiladora in the city of Mexicali.

Mr. Nelson's son, Mr. Rodolfo Nelson, Jr. became President of the family business after his father retired in 1982. He sensed the need for better working environments with high-quality infrastructure designed to meet international standards, and developed world-class industrial parks and facilities for international companies looking for a competitive edge in Mexico.

The third generation has added professional support services such as turn-key construction, site selection, security, and maintenance to name a few, and has been responsible for maintaining a strong reputation with clients and with community.

Grupo Nelson has been responsible for the development and promotion of approximately 4 million square feet of industrial facilities and commercial buildings under roof, and is recognized as one of the top industrial developers in the State of Baja California and in particular in the City of Mexicali.