MEET OUR TEAM
Meet Our Team of Commercial Realty Experts
With over 70 years of combined experience, our real estate and business brokerage team can assist you in finding the property or business to meet your goals. At CRS, we go beyond the role of a traditional brokerage or real estate agent and work closely with you to find what you need, represent your interests in the market, negotiate a fair price, and close the deal.
WAYNE ELAM
Phone: 763-229-4982
Wayne Elam has 30+ years of combined commercial construction marketing, commercial real estate, and business development experience. Wayne’s tenacious spirit and old fashioned way of conducting business have given CRS a substantial client list.
“Commercial Realty Solutions conducts business the old fashioned way. We do what we say we’ll do, we don’t overpromise, and we return phone calls and emails. We conduct business under the basic premise that people do business with people they know, people they like, and people they trust.”
Since starting Commercial Realty Solutions in 2009, CRS has grown to be an industry leader in the commercial real estate and business brokerage industry throughout Minnesota. Repeat clients and continued referrals have led to expanded client relationships and, in turn, increased listings and sales. CRS has been very fortunate with annual double-digit growth.
CHEREÉ HOESE
Phone: 763-682-2400
Chereé Hoese has been with Commercial Realty Solutions (CRS) since its inception in 2009. Prior to CRS, Chereé worked in the residential and commercial construction industry for over 20 years, working with general contractors on townhomes, luxury homes, and commercial construction projects at the MSP Airport, Minneapolis/St. Paul school system, county facilities, senior housing projects, and long term care facilities.
Her office management, organizational skills, and eye for detail are huge assets to CRS. Chereé believes being active in the areas we serve is an important part of the excellent customer service Commercial Realty Solutions strives to provide.
SHEILA ZACHMAN
Phone: 763-244-0600
Sheila Zachman has worked at Commercial Realty Solutions (CRS) since 2012. Prior to CRS, Sheila worked at General Growth Properties (GGP) for over 25 years, serving in positions from mall accountant, operations director, and regional management assistant to specialty leasing representation and financial analyst.
Sheila believes that networking and making connections with people is invaluable to her success in the real estate field.
JOSEPH ELAM
Phone: 320-282-8410
Joseph (Joe) Elam joined the Commercial Realty Solutions (CRS) team at the beginning of 2018. Joe has worked in the construction and landscaping industry, owned his own business, and acted as a consultant. Growing up within the construction, real estate, and entrepreneurial worlds, he has developed a keen sense of the needs and desires of a variety of small business owners. Now stepping into the real estate world, he is focused on the development of city and county planning so small businesses, entrepreneurs, and contractors of all sorts have a place to go.
ERIC O'BRIEN
Phone: 612-281-4163
In early 2017, Eric took a leap and never looked back, moving from commercial lending to commercial brokerage. Coming onboard Commercial Realty Solutions was an easy decision, and he brought with him 15 years of commercial lending experience. Two years later, Eric dedicated himself and the CRS team to providing our high level of service to Central Minnesota, establishing a St. Cloud office in May 2019.
JASON DUININCK
Phone: 320-212-9330
Jason Duininck joined the Commercial Realty Solutions (CRS) team in 2018. He is one of eight, third generation partners at Duininck, Inc., a family-owned and operated business since 1926. Jason graduated with a human resources degree from Bethel University. His background in the heavy construction industry for over 30 years gives him a different perspective in real estate development, construction, and transportation properties.
MYRON YATCKOSKE
Phone: 612-597-2421
Myron joined the CRS team in the fall of 2023. With 26 years of experience in the real estate finance and mortgage industry, it was a natural move to shift to the sale of commercial real estate and business brokerage. Myron enjoys sharing with buyers and sellers his expertise—not only in the real estate world but also in the purchase and selling of operating businesses. He is a former franchise owner and is always willing to share his experience and knowledge of business purchase, operation, and growth with clients.
DOUG COOK
Phone: 651-333-2170
Doug brings a wealth of experience and a passion to increase business value for clients to his role with CRS. Originally from Fremont, Michigan, Doug’s educational background began with a degree in marketing from Western Michigan University and was followed by a post-graduate degree in business management.
Becky Kroells
Phone: 763-682-2400
Becky Kroells joined the Commercial Realty Solutions (CRS) team with over 15 years of experience in an office and administrative setting. Excelling in customer service, accounting, and office administration, she easily moved up in organizations. Her organizational skill, eye for detail, and willingness to learn are a huge asset to our team.