In 1999 I joined my mother's real estate business to form The Hermann Group. Before becoming a Realtor, I graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in New York and had a successful career as an Executive Chef here in the Twin Cities. Once my wife Brette and I had the first of our two children, however, we agreed that the restaurant business wasn't ideal for raising a family the way we wanted to. Being in the restaurant business for over 14 years taught me how to work hard and how to manage the presure of everyday life. As an Executive chef, organization, planning, communicating and time managment is crucial. The same is true in real estate.

Growing up, my mom was always there for me when I needed her - greeting me after school or sitting in the stands at my hockey and football games - I could always count on her. I want that for my family, too, especially now that we are involved in the Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association. Since I absorbed so much real estate knowledge through 'osmosis' while I was growing up, it was a natural transition to join my mother.

Beside the every day business of listing and selling homes, keeping our team up-to-date on available technology falls under my jurisdiction. Maximizing our efficiency, productivity, and marketing options enables us to focus on our relationships with our clients and their needs.

Naturally, Realtors spend a great deal of time "Showing Properties" to home buyers. For our clients, that phrase has an additional meaning - it's the name of my boat. What better way to view lakeshore properties than from the Lake!

My Achievements include:

Edina Realty Chairman's Circle Member 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008

Edina Realty President's Circle Member 2000, 2001, and 2002

GRI - Graduate REALTOR Institute 2000

E-Pro - Internet Professional 2006

ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative 2007

Awarded Super Real Estate Agent 2004, 2006, 2007 & 2008 by Mpls St Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business Magazine

Relocation Certified