KWCR Leadership Team

We are the staff behind your success

At KW Classic Realty, you are the CEO of your business, and we are your corporate headquarters. Our goal is to remove obstacles so you can focus on your goals.

Whatever you need help with, there is a specific expert on this team ready to help. Use the directory below to find the right person for your question.

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Brett Nelson

Brett holds the position of Operating Principal, facilitating communication between the ownership group and the Market Center’s daily activities. He develops the organization's long-term strategic direction and provides agents with the financial stability and professional atmosphere necessary for their success. Brett also collaborates with the Team Leader to attract top-tier talent and foster an environment dedicated to high-level productivity.

E: brettandtovi@gmail.com P: 612.202.8533

OP | Operating Principal

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Michelle Terry

Team Leader, director of growth

Michelle leads the professional development and culture initiatives within our office. She is committed to the success of every associate, curating and facilitating training programs that help agents enter production quickly and maintain consistent results. By teaching both local classes and regional events, Michelle works to equip agents with the practical skills, scripts, and mindset needed to excel in the modern real estate landscape.

E: michelle.terry@kw.com P: 612.495.7894

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Journey Peterson

MCA | Market center administrator

Journey oversees the financial and operational infrastructure of our Market Center, ensuring a solid foundation for our agents’ success. As the Market Center Administrator, Journey is responsible for managing the office’s systems, financial reporting, and administrative operations. By maintaining a high-standard environment of efficiency and accuracy, Journey provides the essential support our agents need to focus on their clients and scale their real estate businesses.

E: journeypeterson@kw.com P: 763.746.4901

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Liz Muehlbaur

AMCA | Assistant market center administrator

Liz maintains the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our Market Center. In collaboration with the MCA, she oversees the daily financial workflow to ensure strict Trust Account compliance and accurate monthly invoicing. Her meticulous approach keeps the office records balanced and ensures that all back-office systems function smoothly on a consistent basis.

E: klrw358@kw.com P: 763.746.4946

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Gene Goldschmidt

Executive director of agent development

Gene manages the foundational success systems for our Market Center, where he oversees the proprietary ACDC Program. He is responsible for guiding newly licensed agents as they develop into productive and independent business owners. Through a structured curriculum and accountability framework, Gene provides the support necessary for agents to establish sustainable, long-term careers within the competitive real estate industry.

E: ggoldschmidt@kw.com P: 612.321.8291

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Nancy Boyce

dfi | Director of first impressions (Coon rapids)

Nancy manages the central operations for our Coon Rapids office by coordinating administrative support and agent production activities. She oversees the essential early stages of the listing process, which includes precise data entry and the administration of ShowingTime. Through her management of these logistics, Nancy enables properties to enter the market efficiently and ensures that showing schedules remain organized for our agents.

E: frontdesk358@kw.com P: 763.746.4900

Abby Hovland

DFI | director of first impressions (blaine)

Abby provides operational support for our Blaine Business Center by managing the essential onboarding process for new agents. She ensures that every associate is integrated into our technology and systems upon joining the firm. Along with overseeing the front desk and client experience, Abby offers executive assistance to the Team Leader and directs the Market Center’s social media presence and digital communications.

E: abbyhovland@kw.com P: 763.746.4900

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Nicole DeyRke

Das | Director of agent services

Nicole coordinates the professional experience for associates at our Market Center. She oversees the onboarding process to ensure that every new associate is integrated into our systems, technology, and office culture. In addition to facilitating this initial transition, Nicole provides ongoing support to our agents and directs the company’s digital presence by managing our various social media accounts.

E: nicolederyke@kw.com P: 763.746.4906

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Gale Haisley

Managing broker

Gale manages the legal oversight of our Market Center, ensuring that both the brokerage and our agents maintain high standards of integrity and compliance. He is responsible for monitoring transaction legality, mitigating broker-level risk, and enforcing the Realtor Code of Ethics. Gale focuses on protecting professional licenses and the firm by navigating the complex regulatory requirements of the real estate industry.

E: galehaisley@gmail.com P: 612.723.5327

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Lonn Boles

Broker of record

Lonn maintains the primary responsibility for the brokerage’s licensing and legal standing. Serving as the Broker of Record, he oversees high-level company compliance to ensure the Market Center operates in accordance with all state laws and real estate regulations. Lonn manages the resolution of legal disputes, arbitration, and regulatory matters to preserve the professional integrity and security of the business.

E: lonnboles@kw.com. P: 612.701.5812

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Elijah Zahler

Mctt | market center tech trainer

Elijah serves as the digital strategist for our Market Center. He focuses on the practical application of systems that allow agents to scale their businesses. He utilizes our proprietary platform to automate lead follow-up, manage transactions efficiently, and develop impactful marketing campaigns. His objective is helping agents use technology to regain their time and improve their overall profitability.

E: elijahzahler@kw.com P: 763.216.4171