Our Commercial Realtor Team
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Michael Carpenter, CCIM, Managing Broker
Michael Carpenter is the Managing Broker for RVG Commercial Realty. He is a commercial real estate investment specialist with more than 20 years of experience in sales, leasing and development of commercial properties. He earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation in 2003, which confers recognition as a professional in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, asset management, valuation and investment analysis.
Mike attended Northern Illinois University and graduated in 1985 with a degree in Engineering Technology. Prior to his real estate career, he developed and sold a chain of retail and food and beverage operations. He has previously formulated investment companies and conducted all aspects of commercial development of real property, including the acquisition and subdivision of land, providing for utilities, construction of building improvements, property and ground leasing, and property exchange for reinvestment purposes. His specialty is in retail and medical office space.
Email Mike Carpenter: MCarpenter@RVGCommercial.com
Denise Weinmann, CCIM, SIOR
Denise Weinmann has been a commercial real estate broker for more than 15 years. She is well-versed in all facets of commercial and industrial sales and leasing. She has a proven track record of being very successful in negotiating contracts, whether with a sole proprietor or a Fortune 500 company. Her experience has gained her the trust and confidence of numerous clients and the respect of her peers. She was named Realtor of the Year in 2006.
Denise holds the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) designations, and is a member of the Accredited Land Consultants (ALC). She currently is co-chair of the SIOR’s Admission and Accreditation Recruitment Committee.
Email Denise Weinmann: DWeinmann@RVGCommercial.com
Sam Patterson, Broker
Sam Patterson launched his real estate career after graduating from the University of Iowa in 2010. He began in property management and leasing for large multifamily properties before quickly transitioning into commercial real estate management. Over the course of more than a decade in Chicago, Sam worked with some of the city’s largest and most innovative real estate firms, where he gained comprehensive experience across various facets of the industry.
Sam’s expertise spans retail and office leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, property management, and construction management. A licensed real estate broker since 2013, Sam currently focuses on brokerage services at RVG Commercial Realty while also managing properties through his own company, InLoop Real Estate. He combines his extensive knowledge of property and construction management to provide clients with strategic insights and value-driven solutions. Alongside his professional endeavors, Sam is actively expanding his own real estate portfolio in the Northern Illinois area.
Adam Katz, Broker
Adam Katz began his career in real estate in 2011 and has been with RVG Commercial since 2014. Katz’s emphasis on maintaining strong relationships with his clients and peers is his key to success. His clients speak of his charisma and charm when they complement his professionalism and passionate work ethic. These character traits have allowed him to establish a comfort level and trust with a diverse range of people, from high net worth developers and investors, to first time buyers needing direction and knowledge. From the first year Adam joined RVG Commercial, he has been a multimillion dollar producing agent, each year growing his client base.
Before joining RVG Commercial, Katz worked in the banking industry. He also started a real estate investment LLC that specializes in single- and multi-family unit acquisitions, which he still operates. Katz received his undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa and his MBA from Northern Illinois University.
Email Adam Katz: AKatz@RVGCommercial.com
