John Pfefferle embarked on his real estate journey in 1966 following his college graduation. Establishing Pfefferle Realtors, which later evolved into NAI Pfefferle, in 1971 marked the inception of his influential career as CEO. His strategic expansion into commercial real estate encompassed management, sales, and development, with a keen focus on the Fox Cities area throughout the 1980s.

Over the past two decades, John’s leadership has steered the development and management of a substantial property portfolio exceeding $400.0 million. His enduring contributions to the Fox Valley real estate community are evident through his longstanding membership in the Fox Cities Board of Realtors and prior involvement on the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce board of directors. In recognition of his accomplishments, he was inducted into the chamber’s esteemed Business Hall of Fame in 2011.

John’s commitment extends beyond business realms; he actively engages with various community organizations. Currently, he serves as the president of the University of Wisconsin Health-Fox Valley Family Practice Clinic and holds a position on the board of directors of the Fox Cities Building for the Arts. His past affiliations include board memberships with the St. Elizabeth Hospital Foundation, Appleton Downtown Inc., Appleton Catholic Education Board, and the Outagamie County Board of Supervisors, where he chaired the property committee for eight years during his 12-year tenure.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from Marquette University

Career Summary

Amy Pfefferle Oelhafen is the president of Pfefferle Companies, Inc., overseeing the operations and client services of its subsidiaries, NAI Pfefferle and Pfefferle Management, based in Appleton. Leading a team of more than 120 employees and 20 licensed real estate brokers, Amy spearheads operations across offices in Appleton, Green Bay, Wausau, and Sheboygan. Her purview extends to
serving a diverse clientele, ranging from small businesses to municipalities and multinational corporations.

Beyond business, Pfefferle Companies is deeply embedded in the communities it serves. Amy and her team are actively engaged in various local organizations, dedicating support to multiple causes. They are recognized as regional thought leaders and valued advisors to numerous partner organizations. The company’s footprint spans the entire state, managing over 13 million square feet of commercial real estate, solidifying its position as one of Wisconsin’s largest commercial real estate firms.

Amy’s journey with Pfefferle Investments commenced in 1998, where she specialized in selling and leasing commercial properties statewide. Her expertise in facilitating business transactions is evident in her successful management of deals ranging from $300,000 to $17 million.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Norbert College

Achievements & Affiliations

• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2022
• Board of Directors, Riverview Gardens
• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Realtors Association of Northeast Wisconsin (RANW)
• Women in Commercial Real Estate
• Licensed real estate salesperson, state of Wisconsin
• Former chair, board of trustees, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System
• Former board member, Appleton Downtown, Inc.
• Former board member, Octoberfest
• Former board member, Appleton Art Center

Career Summary

Tom Scheuerman currently works with select accounts and oversees investments in the Washington Street Investment Fund portfolio. Through 2020, Mr. Scheuerman was managing broker of NAI Pfefferle and was responsible for the overall operations of the commercial brokerage area including sales, leasing, administration, and business development.

Mr. Scheuerman joined the company from Valley Bancorporation, a bank holding company headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. As vice president, he directed the internal audit and regulatory compliance functions for all bank and non-bank subsidiaries in Wisconsin. Prior to Valley, Mr. Scheuerman was an audit manager in the Madison, Wisconsin office of Grant Thornton. Throughout his professional career, he has overseen audits, including SEC audits of clients from the construction, wholesale, retail, non-profit and banking sectors.

Education

• Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh.
• Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Affiliations

• Member, American Institute of CPA’s
• Member, Wisconsin Institute of CPA’s
• Member, CoreNet
• Certified Public Accountant
• Designee, Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
• Licensed real estate broker, state of Wisconsin

Career Summary

Greg Landwehr is a distinguished partner and senior commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle, rising to the position of partner within the firm in 2020. His journey in commercial real estate began in 2006 upon acquiring his Wisconsin real estate broker’s license, marking the onset of an accomplished career trajectory.

Prior to his tenure at NAI Pfefferle, Greg held roles with Strategic Asset Services in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, where he conducted lender inspections across Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. His entrepreneurial spirit surfaced as he founded and developed PrintX Printing Solutions, originating from an American Business Forms franchise in Appleton. Earlier in his career, Greg served as an account executive at Moore Business Forms in Green Bay.

Education

• Master of Arts degree from Truman State University
• Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Achievements & Affiliations

• Second Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2022, 2021
• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2020
• First Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2017
• Broker of the Quarter (7 awards), NAI Pfefferle
• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018
• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Inspector certification for Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac multifamily properties, Mortgage Bankers Association
• Advisory board member, Total Health & Safety Solutions, LLC
• Licensed real estate salesperson and broker, state of Wisconsin
• Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)
• Broker Price Opinion Resource (BPOR) certification
• Masters in Commercial Property (MICP) designation
• Mission pilot, Brown County Civil Air Patrol
• Friendship Family Host, Lawrence University

Career Summary

Elizabeth Ringgold is a partner/senior commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle’s Appleton office, where she specializes in retail, hospitality and office related real estate transactions. Elizabeth was named a partner in the firm in 2020. She started her career with NAI Pfefferle in 2004, when she relocated to Wisconsin and obtained her real estate license. She previously spent eight years in Tennessee as a licensed real estate salesperson with a large regional commercial real estate company, where she handled commercial property management and commercial leasing of office and retail properties.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from William Jewell College

Achievements

• First Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2022, 2014, 2011
• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2018, 2017, 2015, 2013, 2012
• Broker of the Quarter (fourth quarter), NAI Pfefferle, 2022
• Broker of the Quarter (third quarter), NAI Pfefferle, 2017, 2010
• Broker of the Quarter (first and second quarters), NAI Pfefferle, 2014
• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018

Affiliations

• Board of directors, Appleton Downtown, 2013 – Present
• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Commercial Council for Realtors Association of Northeast Wisconsin (RANW)
• Women in Commercial Real Estate
• Licensed real estate salesperson, state of Wisconsin

Career Summary

Manny Vasquez is vice president of business development and partner at Pfefferle Companies, a commercial real estate leader founded in Wisconsin in 1971. He is responsible for fostering relationships with a variety of clients, partners, and stakeholders including businesses, investors, owners/developers, municipalities, and economic development organizations. Manny works closely with the company’s sales and leasing team (NAI Pfefferle), as well as its facilities and property management group (Pfefferle Management), to offer comprehensive, best-in-class real estate services with a focus on industrial, office, retail, multifamily and investment property throughout the state of Wisconsin. Manny also helps the company and client base extend their market reach nationally and internationally by leveraging Pfefferle’s partnership with NAI Global, a network of 300+ commercial real estate offices around the world. He is actively involved in several non-profit organizations, which is a reflection of the company’s investment in and commitment to the communities it serves.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Manny led the Fox Cities Regional Partnership, a public-private economic development organization focused on business recruitment, retention and expansion in Wisconsin’s Fox Cities region.

Education

• Master’s degree in public administration from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and international affairs from Marquette University

Achievements

• Stephen Hintz MPA Award, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• Rising Star Award, The Post Crescent
• 40 Under 40, New North Region

Affiliations

• Board of directors, Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin (CARW)
• Board of directors, Marquette University’s Center for Real Estate
• Board of directors, Centergy (Central WI Economic Development)
• Board of directors, Greater Green Bay Chamber of Commerce
• Board of directors, Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation

Career Summary

As General Counsel for Pfefferle Companies, Inc., Joseph “Joe” Schuessler manages Pfefferle’s legal department and provides oversight and support to the brokerage, property management and development divisions of our companies. Joe is an accomplished attorney with over twelve years of professional experience encompassing litigation, transactions, compliance, and corporate counsel
roles, handling a diverse range of cases and business deals. He has given presentations at Lawrence University, the State Bar of Wisconsin, and before groups of real estate and business professionals. He is admitted to practice law in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Texas.

Joe’s community leadership experience includes service on the boards of nonprofit organizations such as Residential Services of Fond du Lac and the Fox Cares Foundation.

While not handling legal matters at Pfefferle, Joe enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his wife and two children.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from the University of Florida
• Juris Doctor degree from Notre Dame Law School

Affiliations

• Wisconsin State Bar Association
• Outagamie County Bar Association

Career Summary

John Roberts is a senior commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle, having joined the company in 2016. With extensive experience in the dynamic greater Green Bay and Fox Valley area, John brings a wealth of knowledge to his role.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, he excelled in a competitive financial sales/account management role with American Express Global Corporate Services and as a business banking relationship manager with JP Morgan Chase Bank. Transitioning to commercial real estate brokerage in 2015, John swiftly established himself by delivering significant value and driving positive outcomes for his business and investor clients.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree with a major in economics, minor in business and subsequently completed several business graduate courses from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
• Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) (About SIOR)

Achievements & Affiliations

• Second Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2024
• Second Place, Broker of the Quarter, NAI Pfefferle, 2024
• Licensed Real Estate Broker, state of Wisconsin
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Realtors Association of Northeast Wisconsin (RANW)
• Heart of the Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
• Appleton North Business Association
• U.S. Navy Veteran

Career Summary

Adam Figurin is a senior commercial real estate advisor in NAI Pfefferle’s Appleton office. He specializes in landlord and tenant representation and in sales transactions, working with a variety of clients in the Fox Valley and Green Bay area. Adam works collaboratively with the NAI Pfefferle brokerage team to provide his clients the best results and service.

Adam was previously employed with Colliers International, Fox Valley, as a sales associate. He has also worked for both Northwestern Mutual and Otis Elevator Company.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in marketing & professional sales from Illinois State University.

Achievements and Affiliations

• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2024, 2021
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Vice chairman, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Fox Cities
• Make-A-Wish, Young Wish Makers of Wisconsin (YWOW)
• Leadership Fox Cities Alumni
• Appleton Northside Business Association

Career Summary

Nick Salm joined NAI Pfefferle as a senior commercial real estate advisor in 2024. With his experience as a licensed commercial real estate broker since 2016, he specializes in industrial sales and leasing, vacant land sales and development, retail and restaurant sales, and office leasing.

Prior to entering brokerage, Nick gained valuable experience in the mortgage and construction sectors, allowing him to establish a significant network throughout Northeast Wisconsin’s real estate markets. He was also formerly the director of business development at Faith Technologies where he spearheaded large-scale projects nationwide, including multifamily high rises, greenfield developments, industrial/manufacturing facilities, and office and retail spaces.

As a native of Appleton, Nick remains dedicated to his community, working closely with buyers and sellers to enhance the quality of life and business environment in the area.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree in communications and leadership studies from Ripon College.

Achievements and Affiliations

• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Realtors Association of Northeast Wisconsin (RANW)
• Board of directors, Fox Valley Pop Warner
• Founder (2016) & president, Appleton Youth Football Association
• Chairman, board of directors, Great Lakes Independent Football Conference
• Wisconsin Football Coaches Association, 25 year honor (Appleton North High School)
• Safety director & master clinician, USA Football

Career Summary

Teresa Knuth is a dedicated commercial real estate broker specializing in office, industrial, retail, and land transactions. With a deep understanding of the local market, Teresa provides expert guidance to investors, business owners, and developers, helping them navigate complex transactions with confidence. Her commitment to client success, market knowledge, and strategic negotiation skills make her a trusted partner in commercial real estate. Whether buying, selling, or leasing, Teresa delivers tailored solutions to meet her clients’ unique needs.

Bringing with her a substantial background in commercial brokerage, Teresa previously worked at Commercial Horizons in Appleton and Newmark Knight Frank and Colliers International in Minneapolis. Her experience in these roles has equipped her with valuable insights into the dynamics of the real estate industry.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in real estate studies from University of St. Thomas

Achievements

• Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce Future 15, 2022
• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2022, 2021, 2019
• Finance & Commerce Rising Young Professional, 2018
• Minnesota Commercial Association of Real Estate (MNCAR) Rising Star Award, 2017

Affiliations

• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Economic development committee, Appleton Downtown Inc.
• Advisory committee member, Pulse Young Professionals Network
• Engagement committee co-chair, Pulse Young Professionals Network
• Board member, Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
• Committee member, Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
• Member, Brighter Female Futures, Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
• Tourism development grant committee member, Fox Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Member, Women in Commercial Real Estate

Career Summary

Jonathan Glassco joined NAI Pfefferle as a commercial real estate advisor in 2020 following the completion of his Master’s of Business Administration from Tulane University. Jonathan joins NAI Pfefferle with sales experience from 8 years at Bergstrom Automotive. He also previously worked with Avison Young in Chicago where he worked closely with their development team.

Jonathan represents clients in industrial, office, retail, land, multi-family, hospitality and self-storage. He focuses on industrial properties and real estate investment sales, where he has become a Wisconsin leader in the specialized and sought after asset class of self-storage. Jonathan proudly conducts his business around the concept that “a client now is a client forever,” demonstrating that integrity, honesty, and professionalism is his top priority with every transaction.

Education

• Bachelor of Commerce degree in finance and accounting from Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
• Master of Business Administration degree in international business and real estate development from Tulane University

Achievements and Affiliations

• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2024
• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2024
• Broker of the Quarter (Q4, 2024, 2023), NAI Pfefferle
• Member Associate of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Vice President, Tulane Real Estate Club
• Tulane Representative, National Real Estate Challenge, Austin, TX
• Tulane Representative, 2019 STR New York Conference
• Tulane Representative, Atlanta Entrepreneurial Hospitality
• STR Certified, Hotel Industry Analytics
• Canadian Securities Certified, Fixed Income Trading and Sales
• Canadian Securities Certified, Equities Trading and Sales
• Canadian Securities Certified, Personal Banking
• Canadian Securities Certified, Investment Dealer Compliance

Career Summary

Nick Schmidt serves as a commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle in the Fox River Valley area, where he has been a lifelong resident. Nick focuses on retail, vacant land and investment property sales and development. He has been involved in the sale, purchase or development of numerous retail centers and has worked with Alltel Wireless, Edward Jones, Snap Fitness, Subway and many other local and regional tenants.

Prior to joining the NAI Pfefferle team, Nick served as an escrow officer in the closing department of a local title company. This experience provided him with great exposure to many local lenders and real estate professionals, and an inside look at the title side of a real estate transaction.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in business administration
• Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Norbert College

Achievements and Affiliations

• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2011
• National Association of Realtors
• Wisconsin Realtors Association
• Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin
• Licensed real estate salesperson, state of Wisconsin

Career Summary

Cindy Renard began her career with NAI Pfefferle in 2013 and is the senior broker assistant to several brokers in the Appleton office. Included in her extensive range of responsibilities, Cindy prepares offering memorandums and press releases, coordinates and manages company events, prepares and designs requests for proposals and creates and manages social media postings for NAI Pfefferle and Pfefferle Management. In addition to these tasks, Cindy assembles broker opinion of values (BOV’s), manages amendments and expiration updates, maintains CoStar/LoopNet, Crexi and REDI/Catylist listings, designs profile sheets, postcards, newsletters and brochures for internal and external mailings, Zipforms for document management and acquires comparable property data for brokers. She also collaborates with brokers on special projects and provides support to other offices as needed.

As marketing coordinator for the company, Cindy adeptly develops, coordinates and executes various marketing pieces and ensures all company websites are up to date. Her comprehensive skill set and commitment make her an invaluable asset to NAI Pfefferle, contributing significantly to the company’s ongoing success.

Achievements

• 2021 NAI Pfefferle Team Player of the Year
• Lean training

Career Summary

Linda Gill joined NAI Pfefferle in January 2009 and earned her real estate salesperson license in September 2017. As a senior licensed broker assistant, Linda supports multiple brokers with various responsibilities.

In her role, Linda efficiently prepares property contracts and amendments using Zipforms, designs profile sheets for effective property marketing and manages listing data on platforms like CoStar, LoopNet, Crexi, and REDI/Catylist. She assists brokers in gathering comparable property data and preparing proposals and broker opinions of value (BOV’s). Linda also maintains Realcore, a real estate management program, as a listing coordinator. Additionally, she manages sign requests and inventory for all offices within the company.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Linda gained valuable experience as a legal secretary at a local law firm.

Achievements

• Lean training
• Licensed real estate salesperson, State of Wisconsin
• 2020 NAI Pfefferle Team Player of the Year

Career Summary

Gaylene Muniz began her career in the NAI Pfefferle Green Bay office in February 2005, where she worked with real estate brokers and the Pfefferle Management group. In 2007, she transferred to the Appleton office, where she currently holds the position of senior licensed broker assistant, supporting the president of the company, Amy Pfefferle Oelhafen, and other brokers with various tasks.

Gaylene manages different aspects of real estate transactions, assists with property contracts, offers to purchase, amendments, broker opinions of value (BOV’s), Letters of Intent and Zipforms. Additionally, she designs profile sheets, enters and updates listings in CoStar/LoopNet, Crexi and REDI/Catylist, acquires comparable property data, arranges property showings and also oversees expirations for all brokers in the company.

Adding to her responsibilities, Gaylene is the Dollar General Coordinator, collaborating with Todd Platt, the developer overseeing Dollar General sites under construction in Wisconsin.

Prior to her tenure with NAI Pfefferle, Gaylene spent 12 years in San Antonio, Texas, working as a broker assistant/call specialist with the American Funds Group. This prominent money management organization provides a wide array of mutual funds to individuals, leading corporations, and institutions.

Affiliations

• Member, Women in Commercial Real Estate
• Member, American Legion Auxiliary Post 436
• Licensed real estate salesperson, State of Wisconsin
• Notary, State of WI Department of Financial Institutions
• Lean training

Career Summary

Tom Fisk serves as the firm’s managing broker and is a partner at NAI Pfefferle. He is responsible for sales and leasing of retail, office, industrial and investment properties in northeastern Wisconsin. He specializes in investment properties, land and industrial, working with national, regional and local clients. Tom has been in the real estate business for over 30 years and has been involved in leasing, site selection, property management and property sales for both development companies and for brokerage firms.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Tom held an officer level development and leasing position for a big box developer.

Tom has worked with such companies as Bassett Mechanical, Bergstrom Automotive, Capital Crossing, CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), Cobblestone Hotels, Commercial Horizons, Consolidated Construction, Fleet Farm, Johnson Bank, Kwik Trip, Manhattan Life, Midwest Expansion, Milk Source, MRC Global, Nicolet Bank, Pieper Electric, Riiser Oil, RODAC, Inc., SARA Investment, Silverstone Memory Care, Tadych Investment Partners, Tweet/Garot and Walmart.

Achievements

• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2024, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018
• CoStar Impact Awards judging panel, 2024, 2023
• First Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2016, 2015
• Second Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2023, 2017, 2014, 2012, 2010
• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2022, 2018
• Broker of the Quarter (13 awards), NAI Pfefferle

Affiliations

• Member, International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
• Member and Commercial Council Chairman, Realtors Association of Northeastern Wisconsin (RANW)
• Member, Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin (CARW)
• Board Member, Friends of PBS Wisconsin
• Licensed real estate broker, state of Wisconsin

Career Summary

Adam Meyers serves as senior commercial real estate advisor in NAI Pfefferle’s Green Bay office. He joined the company in 2017 and is a dedicated and highly productive business strategist with a record of driving growth and account development. Mr. Meyers is currently enrolled in the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation program. CCIMs complete a rigorous program of advanced coursework and training in financial and market analysis, and demonstrate extensive experience in the commercial real estate industry.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Mr. Meyers was the large market sales manager for three years at Martin Public LLC, where he recruited to expand and manage new and existing sales channels. He also served as selling manager, responsible for team forecasting, reporting and presenting sales results. From 2009 to 2013, Mr. Meyers was a sales professional with Krueger International where he utilized an independent and team based selling approach, establishing himself as the point of contact. Prior to joining Krueger International, Mr. Meyers served from 2005 to 2009 as sales manager with MIS Group/Sage Software, where he used the consultative sales approach with prospective clients to provide customized solutions based on unique business processes.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration/management with a minor in economics from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.

Achievements

• CoStar Power Broker Award, 2023, 2022, 2021
• Broker of the Quarter (Q4, 2023), NAI Pfefferle

Career Summary

James Wheeler is a senior commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle. Since 1994, he has represented commercial clients in office, retail, industrial sales, leasing and investment properties.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, James was a commercial real estate broker with Vander Zanden Real Estate for 28 years, where he specialized in retail, office, industrial sales and leasing, as well as commercial tenant representation.

James is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM). The prestigious CCIM commercial designation is based on a qualifying portfolio of experience and completion of some of the most stringent education requirements at the CCIM Institute. A CCIM has proven skills and a record of success in financial, market, and investment analysis.sis.

Achievements and Affiliations

• CoStar Power Broker Award (third quarter), 2023
• Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
• Member, Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin (CARW)
• Member, National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Member, Planning Commission Board, Village of Allouez, 2016-present

Career Summary

Mark Denis joined NAI Pfefferle as a senior commercial real estate advisor in 2005 following the company’s expansion into the Green Bay market the prior year. He is proficient in all matters of office, retail, industrial, and investment real estate. Mr. Denis is frequently called upon by national out-of-state brokers to provide seamless, local representation of their clients and their complex confidential needs, as evidenced by a recently completed 170,000 SF build-to-suit for United Health Group.

Mr. Denis began his career in commercial real estate in 1975 and has since transacted business for clients throughout Wisconsin and much of the United States. An active industry and community leader, he served on the board of directors of the Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce for Economic Development and Business Retention and held public office in his local government as an elected official for 19 years.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration from Marquette University

Achievements

• Broker of the Quarter (first quarter), NAI Pfefferle, 2020
• Second Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2011, 2015 and 2016
• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2014
• First Place, Broker of the Year, NA Pfefferle, 2010, 2012 and 2013
• Circle of Excellence award, NAI Pfefferle, 2006

Affiliations

• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin (CARW)
• Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)

Career Summary

Eileen Pounds serves as commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle, where she represents clients in office and retail projects, investment real estate, industrial and land development in the Door County area.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Eileen was a real estate agent with Powell Property Group in Atlanta, Georgia. She assisted in showing and marketing properties including retail, warehouse, industrial, office and land. From 2016 to 2019, Eileen learned innovative marketing techniques and technology when she freelanced in marketing for residential agents and custom home builders around the Atlanta area. From 2011 to 2013, Eileen was a project manager and quantitative market analyst with the Intercontinental Exchange Inc.

Education
• Bachelor of Science degree in information technology and finance from Marquette University.

Achievements and Affiliations
• Door County Board of REALTORS
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• 100+ Women Who Care Door County Branch
• 2008 Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Queen

Career Summary

Wally Sauthoff joined NAI Pfefferle in 2024 as a Partner/Managing Director. He previously was the managing director for NAI Greywolf Commercial Brokerage. Wally specializes in office and retail properties throughout the Milwaukee area. He enjoys the opportunities he gets to collaborate with high quality individuals and provide creative, effective solutions, tailored to the needs of the companies he works with and generating proven value and driven results.

Wally has over 30 years of experience in the industry working at various companies throughout the years. Early in his career, Wally focused on property management. First he managed a corporate REO portfolio of 32 commercial properties. Then he founded another company where they managed and leased over 2,000,000 square feet of commercial space in 26 commercial properties in addition to 450+ apartment units.

As he continued in his career, Wally shifted his focus to be the Wisconsin Area Developer for Sport Clips Haircuts for Men. In this role he developed the state of Wisconsin, by recruiting and securing new franchise owners, as well as conducted site search, analysis and store planning for new locations. He was involved in lease negotiations and also construction oversight.

Immediately prior to joining Greywolf, Wally was a partner for another local commercial real estate company and was managing director for their commercial brokerage division.

Wally’s favorite quote is from Thomas Edison: “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”

Outside of work, Wally enjoys water sports with his wife and two adult children. He also enjoys taking jet ski trips with his friends.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Affiliations

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
• Member, Rotary Club of Milwaukee
• Board Member, Lake County Optimist Club

Career Summary

Thomas Gale brings more than 30 years of commercial real estate experience to NAI Pfefferle. With a focus on industrial and office properties, he has had vast experience and success in the leasing and sale of commercial buildings. Tom has put a primary emphasis on the downtown Milwaukee office market, with a track record of sales that were converted to condos in the Third Ward, Walker’s Point as well as the Central Business District. In addition to that work, he has represented tenants and buyers in confidential property acquisitions. In the last ten years, Tom closed approximately 1.75 million square feet in transactions of properties sold or leased.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Tom worked for another NAI affiliate as well as other Milwaukee-based real estate firms, both a local firm with global ties, as well as a locally owned and operated commercial real estate firm. The power of the NAI Global network is one of the reasons he’s joined the growing NAI Pfefferle team, as the depth of tools and resources available to advisors is expansive.

A sample of some of the clients that Tom has represented throughout his career include Charter Wire, Allen Edmonds, United Artists, Towne Realty, The Marcus Corporation, Milwaukee Magazine, Stone Creek Coffee, Summerfest, the Milwaukee YMCA, Wangard Partners, Shopko and various downtown property owners.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Economics from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville

Achievements and Affiliations

• Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of Wisconsin
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Former Board of Directors, Sojourner Family Peace Center
• Board of Directors, Sharp  Literacy, Inc.
• Board of Directors, The Lutheran Foundation
• Past President, The East Town Association
• Former President, Milwaukee Sailing Center
• Former President, Housing with Help
• Founding Member and President, Modjeska Children’s Theater Company
• Former Board of Directors, South Shore Yacht Club
• Member, Masonic Lodge 363
• Former Officer, United States Naval Reserve 1233

Career Summary

Jan Kadow is a Senior Advisor on the NAI Pfefferle team and possesses 28 years of commercial and residential real estate experience, as well as a background in construction and sales management. She is professional and outgoing with proven success in attracting new clients and cultivating long-term relationships.

Throughout her career, Jan has worked with investors, buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants in the sale and leasing of all commercial property types. She has acted as liaison between developers and property owners in the acquisition of retail, office, industrial, residential, special use and vacant land properties. Due to her skill set, she has represented several non-profit organizations, including churches, schools and other organizations.

Some of the transaction and project highlights throughout her career include:

• 84South Development
• Loomis Road Crossing Development
• Whitewater Portfolio (businesses & real estate)
• New Berlin School District
• Muskego School District
• Comstock (Student Housing), Milwaukee

Over the last 18 years, Jan has served as Vice President / Executive Assistant to CEO at a locally owned commercial real estate firm as well as an Investment Broker for an NAI firm. Her decision to join the NAI Pfefferle team was rooted in the value of the NAI Global platform, as well as the local culture, leadership and growth trajectory of the team.

Achievements and Affiliations

• Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of Wisconsin
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)

Career Summary

David Hodge joined NAI Pfefferle as a senior commercial real estate advisor in 2024. David is a seasoned business development leader with over 30 years of experience in the commercial sector.

His interest in commercial real estate began with the re-development and new construction of multiple properties used for his family’s growing veterinary practice. Following the sale of his family’s business, David remains personally invested in commercial income generating properties. He found his passion in advising both corporate and private clients regarding the acquisition, disposition and development of commercial real estate.

David enjoys family life with his wonderful wife, Dr. Maggie Regner and four amazing children Michael, John, Benjamin and Emelia.

Career Summary

Katrina Gee brings over a decade of real estate experience to her current role as a commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle. With this extensive background, Katrina offers her clients a solid foundation of industry and market knowledge. Her ability to clearly communicate the intricacies of each stage of the deal ensures her clients are well-informed and confident throughout the process.

Before joining NAI Pfefferle, Katrina gained valuable experience as a property manager and leasing agent for a Chicago-area real estate investment company. She also co-owned an apartment leasing agency in Chicago for seven years, where she developed expertise in commercial leasing and property management. This diverse background enables Katrina to offer exceptional service and tailored solutions to her clients.

Career Summary

Tami Gemmell Swanto joined NAI Pfefferle as a Commercial Real Estate Advisor in 2025, bringing extensive expertise in the Milwaukee metro area. A seasoned professional with a dynamic and engaging approach, Tami has demonstrated success in client acquisition and relationship building as the owner of Azana Salon and Spa since 2000. Her deep knowledge and commitment to excellence position her as a valuable asset to the team.

An avid outdoors enthusiast, Tami is a dedicated Great Lakes and freshwater angler, ice angler and bowhunter who thrives on adventure and the challenges of the natural world. She is equally passionate about winter sports, enjoying the thrill of snowmobiling. Beyond the outdoors, Tami is an accomplished baker and an avid cook, showcasing creativity and precision in the kitchen. A competitive spirit extends to fitness, where Tami has competed as an NPC bodybuilder, demonstrating discipline, determination and a commitment to excellence in every endeavor.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Finance & Accounting from University of Wisconsin – Parkside, Kenosha, WI

Achievements and Affiliations

• Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of Wisconsin
• National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Bravo! Entrepreneur Award recipient, 2017
• Faces of Milwaukee, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

Career Summary

Dane Checolinski is a commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle along the Lakeshore (Sheboygan and Manitowoc areas). Dane is a passionate, genuine individual who helps those seeking to buy, sell or lease commercial properties and operating businesses. His passion lies in educating clients on opportunities as much as guiding them through the real estate transaction process.

With eleven years in local economic and community development, Dane has expertise in navigating small business finance and government incentives. During his time at the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation he aided successful real estate investment and development of manufacturing, warehousing, retail, office, hospitality, multi-family, condominiums and nonprofits.

Education

• Master of Public Administration degree from Northern Illinois University
• Bachelor of Science degree in public policy and administration from the University of Whitewater

Achievements

• Third Place, Broker of the Year Award, NAI Pfefferle, 2023
• Broker of the Quarter (2 awards), NAI Pfefferle
• Economic Development Partnership Award, Sheboygan Falls Chamber
• Gold Award, creative financing for a historical rehabilitation, International Economic Development Corporation
• Organizational Excellence Award, Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA)
• WEDA Community & Economic Development Award finalist, Human Capital Projects (x2)
• Working Together Award, Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce
• Economic Development Finance Professional Certificate (EDFP)
• Making Their Mark, Top Young Professional of Sheboygan County, 2013
• U. S. Army Veteran

Affiliations

• Lifetime Member, Veteran of Foreign Wars
• Commercial Association of Realtors (CARW)
• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)

Career Summary

As senior commercial real estate advisor at NAI Pfefferle’s Wausau office, Tony “T.J.” Morice brings over 25 years of business and industry connectivity experience spanning from retail-chain store interfaces, energy/efficiency, holds a CDL and worked in the transportation industry facilitation and manufacturing. T.J. is able to provide practical insight for businesses looking for guidance and practical steps in many areas, including commercial real estate.

T.J. engages commercial real estate clients, while he continues to facilitate consulting and energy/efficiency solutions via his company TNT Ventures LLC. Prior to his own companies, T.J. was a team member, VP of Marketing and Operations, along with leadership in the Pellet Fuels Institute (PFI) of Arlington, VA and the Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC) of Washington, D.C. He has been involved in commercial real estate projects, investments and rentals over the years due to a strong entrepreneurial upbringing.

T.J. has worked with such companies as Amazon, Aspirus, Essity N.A./Wausau Papers, Gannett, Kolbe, Merkel Construction, Old Castle, Omega Laser, Peoples State Bank, Seagrave, Stockbridge-Munsee Community, Wausau Tile, Weathershield and a variety of school districts and municipalities.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison, including a semester at Macquarie University, North Ryde, Australia
• Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) (About SIOR)
• Masters in Commercial Property (MICP) designation (About MICP)
• Graduate of National American Truck Dealer Academy (NADA) (About Nada Academy) & IBM internship

Affiliations & Achievements

• First Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2024, 2023
• Third Place, Broker of the Year, NAI Pfefferle, 2021
• Broker of the Quarter (8 awards), NAI Pfefferle, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 & 2020
• Co-founder & participant, Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC)
• Past Steering Committee member, Heating the Midwest (HTM), 10+ years
• Board member, Witmer Furniture, owned by Wisconsin River Partners
• NTC Wood Technology Advisory Board, Antigo, for over 9 years
• Consultant collaborator, ReCon Associates, Madison (About Recon)
• Patroller, National Ski Patrol, for over 14 years
• Elder and volunteer, Highland Community Church
• Past board member, Forest Lakes District Board (140 churches)
• Past member, Wisconsin State Wood Energy Team, for over 8 years
• Past volunteer, National Honor Flight Guardian (About Honor Flight Guardian)
• Past secretary, WCLQ Radio Board, for 15 years
• Past Patroller, National Ski Patrol, for over 15 years

Career Summary

Celebrating 15 years as a commercial real estate advisor with NAI Pfefferle, Ark Rhowmine is the designated broker for the Wausau office with the Central Wisconsin Board of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Ark provides professional brokerage services for clients and tenants wishing to buy, sell or lease commercial and investment properties. He specializes in manufacturing-warehousing, retail and office sites, along with mobile home parks, working with national, regional and local clients.

Ark joined NAI Pfefferle in 2008. He began his real estate career in 2004 and obtained his real estate broker’s license in 2007. Prior to real estate, Ark has 23 years of health care administration experience, including 20 years specializing in medical and dental group management.

Ark has worked with such companies as American Asphalt, Ascension Health, Biggby’s Coffee, Coca Cola, Cray, Inc., Crystal Finishing, Custom Window Group Inc., Krist Oil, McDonald’s Restaurants, Papa Murphy’s, Schierl Oil, Skyward Inc., Weathershield and W.O.W. Logistics.

Education

• Master’s degree in public administration/health care administration from Western Michigan University
• Bachelor of Science degree in health systems management from Ferris State University

Affiliations

• Member, National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Member, Commercial Association of Realtors Wisconsin (CARW)
• Member, Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Former board of directors, Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
• Former board of directors, Central Wisconsin Board of REALTORS ®
• Certified Broker Price Opinion Resource (BPOR)
• Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation
• Candidate, Certified Commercial Investment Management (CCIM)
• Licensed real estate broker, state of Wisconsin
• Council member, Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church
• Board of directors, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse
• Past president, South Area Business Association, Greater Wausau
• Past president, Habitat for Humanity of Wausau

Career Summary

Gregory Hedrich serves as a commercial real estate advisor for NAI Pfefferle, where he represents clients in office, retail, investment, industrial, and land development within Central Wisconsin. Gregory is an extremely driven, passionate, hardworking, results-oriented professional with over 20 years of proven success. He also invests in real estate, having purchased several single-family rental properties, a multi-family investment property, and two commercial properties.

Before shifting into real estate, Gregory spent 3.5 years at Schneider National, where he honed his sales and client management skills. He then worked for one of the world’s largest and most well-respected companies, UPS, as a freight sales account executive, achieving World of Champion status for ranking among the top 11% of revenue producers company-wide. Most recently, he was a multi-unit franchisee of Monk’s Bar & Grill and owner-operated multiple locations throughout Wisconsin.

Gregory began his career in commercial real estate sales in 2023 when he joined NAI Pfefferle. Since then, he has worked with a diverse range of clients in the medical, hospitality, retail, and industrial sectors, as well as assisting several national brands in securing real estate locations. His expertise in site selection, lease negotiations, and investment sales has made him a trusted advisor for businesses looking to expand or
reposition their real estate portfolios.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in business from Edgewood College

Affiliations & Achievements

• Member, Central Wisconsin Board of REALTORS ®
• Member, National Association of Realtors (NAR)
• Member, Wisconsin Realtors Association (WRA)
• Board of Directors, Stevens Point Country Club
• Finance Committee, Stevens Point Country Club
• Licensed real estate salesperson, state of Wisconsin

Career Summary

Trudy Morice embarked on her professional journey with NAI Pfefferle in February 2021, where she is a licensed broker assistant in the Wausau office. In her role, Trudy designs profile sheets, manages listings on platforms like CoStar/LoopNet, Crexi and MLS websites, acquires comparable property data, assists brokers in assembling proposals and broker opinions of value (BOV’s) and also handles various miscellaneous projects as required.

Prior to joining NAI Pfefferle, Trudy worked as the student ministries operations director for nine years at Highland Community Church. She also has experience in human resources, payroll and benefits administration.

Education

• Associates degree in organizational communications and public relations from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire.

Affiliations

• Licensed real estate salesperson, State of Wisconsin