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John joined Hertz Farm Management and Real Estate Services in January of 2024 as a Professional Farm Manager and Licensed Real Estate Salesperson based in the Geneseo, Illinois office. In this role, he manages farms and assists landowners across Northern Illinois with the evaluation and marketing of agricultural real estate.

John earned his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2021. During his time at Illinois, he was actively involved in several student organizations, participated in a study abroad experience in Panama, and lived on the University’s Beef Farm. His passion for agriculture was shaped by hands-on experience working on a row crop and beef cow/calf operation throughout high school and college.

Following graduation, John worked for two years as a Sales Agronomist at Rock River Lumber & Grain in Northern Illinois, where he gained extensive agronomic knowledge and built strong relationships within the agricultural community.

John is actively involved in multiple professional organizations and holds leadership roles within his community. He and his fiancée, Gretchen, reside in Sterling, IL where they have an active farming operation.

Jason joined Hertz Farm Management in March 2024 as an office manager in the Mankato, MN office.

Jason graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He has previous experience working as a sales manager in several different states.

Jason grew up on a farm in Southern Minnesota where he helped his father operate the farm and trucking business. Jason currently resides in Minnesota Lake, MN with his wife, Nancy and three children. He is a member of St. John’s Catholic Church and is on the Parish Finance Board.

Jameson joined Hertz Farm Management in May 2024 as a licensed real estate salesperson in the Mason City, IA office. In this role Jameson sells and acquires properties for landowner clients.

Jameson graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business in May 2024.

Jameson has a deep passion for the outdoors, specifically bird hunting and musky fishing. He was raised in Waterloo, IA and looks forward to getting involved in the community now in Mason City.

Cole joined Hertz Farm Management in May of 2024 as a Farm Manager in the Monticello, IL office.

Cole graduated in 2024 from the University of Illinois with a bachelor's degree in Agricultural and Consumer Economics. During his time at Illinois he was part of Collegiate Farm Bureau, Student Advancement Committee for the College of ACES, and FarmHouse Fraternity were he served as the President, while also being on the Meats and Livestock Judging teams.

While growing up and being involved in his family’s farm outside of Bloomington, IL which raises corn, soybeans, hay, and has a red angus cow calf operation, he grew a passion for agriculture and seeing all aspects of it. With internships with United Prairie and BASF Ag Solutions during college it helped build his industry experience.

Jordan recently joined Hertz Farm Management in June 2024, assuming the role of Farm Manager at the Nevada, IA office. In this capacity, Jordan oversees property management, sales, and acquisitions on behalf of landowner clients spanning central Iowa.

Jordan holds a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business with a Finance option from Iowa State University, received in May 2024. During his tenure at Iowa State, Jordan demonstrated leadership through various roles within the Agricultural Business Club and Iowa Corn Growers Collegiate Club. Additionally, he enriched his academic experience with a study abroad program in Greece and Italy.

Rooted in the agricultural landscape of Alburnett, IA, Jordan developed a profound passion for agriculture from a young age, nurtured by his upbringing on a diversified crop and livestock farm. He remains actively involved in his family's farm, contributing whenever possible. Jordan's professional journey includes valuable industry exposure gained through summer internships in agronomy, crop insurance, and, most recently, farm management with Hertz Farm Management.

Jordan currently resides in Ames, IA.  He is a member of Cornerstone Church and The Iowa Corn Growers Association.

Megan joined Hertz Farm Management in June 2024 as a professional farm manager in the Mt. Vernon, Iowa office.

Megan graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business with an emphasis on finance.  During her time at Iowa State, Megan was active within the Agricultural Business Club. Her internships included a finance and overall agricultural exploration position at Growmark, Three Rivers FS and a Farm Management internship at Hertz Farm Management out of the Cedar Falls and Mount Vernon offices.

Through her involvement in her family’s diversified row crop and beef production farm outside of Dyersville, Iowa, Megan developed a passion for agriculture. In her free time Megan enjoys spending time with her family and friends, while doing almost anything outdoors.

Luke joined Hertz Farm Management in July 2024 as a Trainee Appraiser in the Cedar Falls, Iowa office.

Luke graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a bachelor's degree in Finance ad Real Estate, and certificates in Commercial Banking and Financial Sales. While at UNI, Luke played on the football team, was involved in the Real Estate Club, and had an internship with a commercial real estate management company. Luke was previously a Valuation Analyst in Denver, Colorado before joining Hertz. 

Luke found his passion for agriculture early in life by helping his family plant food plots, log timber, and manage their pond near Waverly, IA. Luke spent the summers during his college career helping his brother in Torrey, Utah working on a recreational ranch.