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Chloe Van Etten,
Appraisal Trainee
Chloe Van Etten joined Hertz Farm Management as an Appraisal Trainee in June of 2026. Chloe is a recent graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, where she earned a triple major in Finance, Real Estate, and Business Management. During her time at the University of Northern Iowa, she held various executive roles in the Women’s Club Volleyball program.
Chloe’s interest in the agriculture field comes from both of her parents working in the agricultural lending industry. This led her to an internship with Hertz Farm Management in the Mount Vernon office during the summer of 2025. She recently obtained her Iowa Real Estate License and Appraisal Trainee License and is working toward becoming a Certified General Appraiser in Iowa.
In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with family, and spend time outdoors. She is a current member of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers.
Colin Jenks,
Farm Manager
Colin joined Hertz Farm Management in June 2026 as a Farm Manager in the Omaha office. He graduated from Iowa State University in May 2026 with a bachelor's degree in Business Management and a minor in Marketing. During his time at Iowa State, Colin was actively involved in FarmHouse Fraternity and developed an interest in the business side of agriculture and real estate.
As a sixth-generation farmer from Monmouth, Illinois, Colin gained firsthand experience in agriculture through his family's row crop operation. From working on the farm at a young age to gaining experience through internships in the agricultural industry, he developed a strong understanding of both production agriculture and agricultural business.
Outside of work, Colin enjoys golfing, fishing, watching baseball, spending time outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
