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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.

Katie joined Hertz Farm Management in June 2024 as a Appraiser Trainee in the Nevada, Iowa office. 

Katie graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Animal Science. 

Katie found her passion for agriculture growing up in Union County, Iowa with a diverse livestock background. 

Katie currently resides in Boone, Iowa with her dog Huxley. 

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. 

Constance joined Hertz Farm Management in July 2024 as an administrative professional in the Nevada, IA office. In this role, Constance assists our appraisal department.

Constance grew up in Southern Nevada and moved to Iowa 2 years ago.

Constance voluntaries as the treasurer for the Maxwell Library, coaches youth soccer, and is part of the calendar committee at Collins-Maxwell Elementary School. In her free time you can find her being outdoors and riding horses with her children.