About Our Team
Texas Ranch Sales marketing staff and office personnel bring to the table years of experience in a vast array of marketing and social media arenas. Austi Garrett heads up the Advertising and Marketing division with 6 years of diverse familiarity with marketing, sales, and social media development. She has developed a unique marketing platform to promote Texas Ranch Sales and all it has to offer clients. Austi received her Bachelor’s degree from Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas. Janelle Charles is the assistant director of advertising and is a graduate of UTSA. She brings her professional experience and public relations skills into play with her innovative and unparalleled ability in keeping the office running at peak performance.
Sheldon Grothaus
Owner / Broker | Based in Hondo, Texas, Sheldon leads the team in representing listings across Texas.
Gene Palmieri
Associate | Based in La Coste, Texas, Gene specializes in ranches all over Texas.
Jim Evins
Associate | Based in La Vernia, Texas, Jimmy specializes in listings in Central and South Texas.
Holly Van Cleve
Associate | Based in Cotulla, Texas, Holly specializes in representing ranches in South Texas.
Ryder Carpenter
Associate | Based in Weatherford, Texas, Ryder specializes in listings North and North Central Texas
Charles Marshall
Associate | Based in Waco, Texas, Charles specializes in representing ranches across Texas.
Ted Tschirhart
Associate | Based in Castroville, Texas, Ted specializes in listings in South Texas.
Jeff Copeland
Associate | Based in Bandera, Texas, Jeff specializes in listings South Central Texas.
David Light
Associate | Based in San Antonio, Texas, David specializes in listings in the Hill Country and Central Texas.
Wade Hedtke
Associate | Based in Karnes City, Texas, Wade specializes in listings in South Texas.
Dino Smith
Associate | Based in Laredo, Texas, Dino specializes in listings in South Texas.
Stacey Peirce
Associate | Based in Hockley, Texas, Stacy specializes in South Texas and the Texas Gulf Coast.
Office Staff
Zanna Grothaus
Partner & CFO
Austi Garrett
Director
Advertising & Marketing
Eileen Grothaus
Texas Ranch Developers AR/AP
Janelle Charles
Office Manager
Andrea Estes
Assistant Marketing Manager
“This is my full-time profession. I need a brokerage that exemplifies honesty, expertise, professionalism, caring for the client, and a reputation that excels in the world of ranch sales knowledge and results. Sheldon Grothaus and Texas Ranch Sales, LLC provide that for me.“
Gene Palmieri“Over the years of working with TRS I have seen and experienced a positive transformation in the level of knowledge and professionalism. TRS continuously strives to reach new heights in the Farm & Ranch Industry.”
Holly Van Cleve“Texas Ranch Sales has been a great experience for me. The whole team is first class and are always looking to help you excel and be successful. The resources at Texas Ranch Sales are first class and there is no boundary to what can be done here.“
Ryder Carpenter“What attracted me to the company was the amount of exposure the TRS marketing team does. I see their ads everywhere! Along with caliber of properties TRS handles, and the reputation of Broker/Owner Sheldon Grothaus it was an easy decision to join. I look forward to a long career marketing the best land Texas has to offer with the TRS team“
Charles Marshall“Being a part of the Texas Ranch Sales team has been a perfect fit. Our team is one of close relationships and I am fortunate to be able to share so many positive experiences with our team and clients. I look forward to being in a place that continually demands excellence while still allowing a healthy and positive work environment. Being part of a Texas Ranch Sales is beneficial in the advancement of my career. I’m proud to be a part of this exceptional organization!“
Janelle Charles“I have gained invaluable experience and knowledge during my career at Texas Ranch Sales. Being able to watch this company grow in the time I have been here has been incredible. I am proud to be a part of the Texas Ranch Sales team!“
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