Career Summary

Thomas Nickols is a seasoned commercial real estate professional specializing in industrial properties across the greater Milwaukee region. As a Senior Advisor at NAI Pfefferle Milwaukee, Tom brings a strategic and client-focused approach to every project, offering expertise in tenant and buyer representation, ownership representation, leasing, acquisitions, build-to-suit developments, and investment analysis. Corporations and institutions turn to Tom for his proven ability to navigate complex real estate transactions and deliver tailored solutions for both local and national disposition and development needs.

Over the course of his career, Tom has represented and advised a wide range of prominent clients, including TJ Maxx, The RoomPlace, ServiceMaster, OmniSource, Yoder Oil, Ross Gage, Grind’s Coffee, HomeGoods, PCS Wireless, Discount Tire, and Summit Environmental. His ability to understand the unique needs of each organization and deliver measurable results has earned him a reputation as a trusted partner in the industrial commercial real estate space.

Tom’s career in commercial real estate began after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from DePauw University. Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, he served as Vice President of Industrial Services at Bradley Company in Indianapolis, where he successfully led numerous high-profile industrial projects and transactions.

His market knowledge, analytical rigor, and commitment to client success have positioned him as a valuable resource and advisor in the Milwaukee industrial real estate market.

Outside of work, Tom enjoys spending his free time on the golf course, camping, and fly fishing.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Economics with a minor in Environmental Geosciences, DePauw University, Greencastle, IN

Achievements and Affiliations

• Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of Wisconsin
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Tom is pursuing the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Designation conferred by the organization.