Grant Winkelman

Grant joins DAR Commercial Real Estate as a Commercial Real Estate Advisor with 20 years of directly applicable experience as a business owner who has established himself in the greater West Michigan and Grand Traverse areas. He also continues to draw from his engineering experience in his business acumen. Grant's ambition towards business ownership led him to Zoup! where he grew his business to multiple locations. He gained invaluable experience in commercial real estate from the business owner's perspective. Part of his knowledge base includes site selection, design, construction, buildout, grand opening, and the sales of the businesses. This gives him a unique perspective when assisting clients who are dealing with the site selection, leasing, and sales processes. Grant understands the market, what makes sense for the clients, knows what property owners value, and has experience in all market sectors including medical. His sole focus is to match businesses with properties.

As an entrepreneur and previous board member of the East Paris and Forest Hills Business Associations, Grant has been able to connect with and advise businesses on growth strategies, operations, renovations, and vendor relations. He has handled several real estate transactions for businesses which helped him realize his passion for the real estate industry. The Grand Rapids Business Journal recognized Grant as a '40 under 40' honoree, which exemplifies the drive and ability he brings to his clients.

Outside the office, Grant enjoys spending time with his family and friends, is an avid cook, volunteers for a variety of organizations, enjoys downhill skiing and other outdoor activities in the sun and snow that Michigan has to offer, and hunts for Petoskey stones.

Grant is a member of the Commercial Alliance of Realtors of West Michigan (CARWM).

Accomplishments

Grand Rapids Business Journal "40 under 40".

Franchisee Advisory Council

Franchisee of the Year

Community Involvement

East Paris Business Association

Forest Hills Business Association

GRPS Volunteer

Education & Affiliations

Bachelor of Science, Michigan State University, Graduated with Honors

CARWM

Licensed REALTORTM

Forest Hills Business Association