Texas Ranch Sales Quarterly Publication

Based across Texas to better serve our clients everywhere in the state.

ADDIELOU ★ AUSTIN ★ BANDERA ★ BLANCO ★ BOERNE ★ CASTROVILLE ★ CLEBURNE ★ FLORESVILLE ★ FREDERICKSBURG ★ HOCKLEY ★ HONDO ★ JOHNSON CITY ★ KARNES CITY ★ KERRVILLE ★ LAMPASAS ★ LAREDO ★ LA COSTE ★ LA VERNIA ★ NEW BRAUNFELS ★ ROCKSPRINGS ★ ROCKPORT ★ SAN ANGELO ★ SAN ANTONIO ★ WACO ★ WEATHERFORD  ★ WIMBERLY

It is not enough that our team of brokers have an extensive knowledge of the many facets of Texas ranching, they also have to have a deep and personal connection to the ranching community in their region of the state. When you meet them you’ll understand that what they do is not a job, it is a passion… a passion to match an extraordinary Texas ranch with the buyer that can make the most of the resources and potential of that ranch.

Sheldon Grothaus

Chief Executive Officer

Broker

Based in Hondo, Texas, Sheldon leads the team in representing ranch listings across Texas.

Associate Brokers

Dave Wilcox

Chief Operating Officer

Associate Broker

Based in San Antonio, Texas, Dave is the COO of Texas Ranch Sales LLC.

Blake Ledyard

Associate Broker

2020 ‘The Ringer’ Award
2020 Top 10

Based in Austin, Texas Blake specializes in Hill Country, Central and North Texas ranches.

Steve Mabery

Associate Broker

2020 Broker of the Year
2020 Top 10
2019 Rookie of the Year

Based out of San Antonio, Texas, Steve specializes in ranch listings all across Texas.

Zac Kerbow

Associate Broker

Based in Rocksprings, Texas, Zac specializes in ranch listings in West Texas.

Karen Gulick

Associate Broker

Based in Floresville, Texas, Karen specializes in ranch listings across Texas.

Cynthia Thomas

Associate Broker

2020 Top 10

Based in Kerrville, Texas, Cynthia specializes in Texas Hill Country ranch listings across Texas.

Michael Schultz

Associate Broker

Based in San Antonio, Texas, Michael specializes in luxury ranch listings across the entire state of Texas.

Guy Allcorn

Associate Broker

2018 & 2019 Top Associate Broker

Based in Kerrville, Texas, Guy specializes in ranch listings across the Texas Hill Country.

Andrew Werner

Associate Broker

2020 Top 10

Based in Floresville, Texas, Andy specializes in ranch listings across South and Central Texas.

P. Craig Russell

Associate Broker

Based in Liberty, Texas, Craig specializes in ranch listings across South Central Texas.

Associates

Gene Palmieri

Associate

2020 Founder’s Award
2020 Top 10
2018 & 2019 Top Sales Associate
2018 Top Listing Associate

Based in La Coste, Texas, Gene specializes in ranch listings across the state of Texas.

Matthew Franek

Associate

2020 Top Sales Associate
2020 Top 10

Based in Boerne, Texas, Matthew specializes in Texas Hill Country ranch listings.

Kris Groda

Associate

2020 The Big Deal Award
2020 Top 10

Based in San Antonio, Texas Kris specializes in ranches across the Hill Country and Central Texas.

Mike Ford

Associate

2020 Top Listing Associate

Based in Addielou, Texas Mike specializes in ranches all across Texas.

Tully Janszen

Associate

2020 Rookie of the Year

Based in Cleburne, Texas Tully specializes in North Texas ranches.

Ron Young

Associate

2020 Top 10

Based in Rockport, Ron specializes in ranches all across Texas.

David Light

Associate

2020 Top 10

Based in San Antonio, Texas, David specializes in ranch listings in the Hill Country and Central Texas.

Charlie Drennan

Associate

2020 Top 10

Based in San Angelo, Charlie specializes in West and Central Texas ranch listings.

Alexis Thompson

Associate

Based in the Lampasas area of Texas, Alexis specializes in ranch listings in Central Texas and the Texas Hill Country.

Wade Hedtke

Associate

Based in Karnes City, Texas, Wade specializes in ranch listings in South Texas.

Jim Evins

Associate

Based in La Vernia, Texas, Jimmy specializes in ranch listings in South Texas.

Matti Tackett

Associate

Based in the New Braunfels area of Texas, Matti specializes in Texas hunting ranches.

Julie Zimmerman Morris

Associate

Based out of Austin, Julie specializes in Texas Hill Country & Central Texas ranches.

Charles Marshall

Associate

2018 Rookie of the Year

Based in Waco, Texas, Charles specializes in representing ranches across Texas.

Dino Smith

Associate

Based in Laredo, Texas, Dino specializes in ranch listings in South Texas.

Vance Runnels

Associate

Based in Hondo, Texas, Vance specializes in South Texas ranch listings.

Becca Vizza

Associate

Based in Sisterdale, Texas Becca specializes in ranches in the Texas Hill Country.

Derek Loebbecke

Associate

Based in San Antonio, Texas Derek specializes in ranches in the Texas Hill Country and South Central Texas.

Zackary Rendon

Associate

Based in Weatherford, Texas Zackary specializes in hunting and horse ranches in North Texas.

Kris Cross

Associate

Based in Harper, Texas Kris specializes in ranches across the Texas Hill Country.

Ryan Haltom

Associate

Based in San Angelo, Texas Blake specializes in West Texas ranches.

Ryder Carpenter

Associate

Based in Weatherford, Texas, Ryder specializes in ranch listings in North Texas.

Jessica Grote

Associate

Based out of Fredericksburg, Jessica specializes in ranches across Texas and New Mexico.

Tyler Beach

Associate

Based in San Antonio, Texas Tyler specializes in ranches across the state of Texas.

Greg West

Associate

Based in League City, Texas Greg specializes in ranches in the greater Houston area. 

Zach Peoples

Associate

Based in San Marcos, Texas Zach specializes in ranches in Central Texas.

Jeff Petska

Associate

Based in Collinsville, Texas, Jeff specializes in ranch listings in North Texas

Keith Payne

Associate

Based in Brenham, Texas Keith specializes in ranches in South Central Texas.

Mike Porter

Associate

Based in Lakeway, Texas Mike specializes in ranches in South and Central Texas.

Office Staff

Zanna Grothaus

Partner & Chief Financial Officer
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Janelle Charles

Administrative & Operations Director
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Austi Garrett

Marketing Director
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Hayley Kossow

Assistant Marketing Manager
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Kyla Dodson

Transaction Coordinator
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Eileen Grothaus

Texas Ranch Developers AR/AP
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Madi McWilliams

Front Desk Receptionist
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“Joining the Texas Ranch Sales team has been a great experience for me.  With almost two decades in the ranch sales market I wanted the best support and expertise this business has to offer.  I found that with the TRS team.  Their attention to detail and unparalleled marking provide my clients with the level of quality they desire.  This team has a true family atmosphere and work ethic that demands results.  Throughout my years of experience, I’ve learned that your only as good as the people you have around you.  I treat my clients like family and the TRS family ensures that every client gets the performance they expect.”
Steve Mabery

– Associate Broker

“Over the years I’ve struggled to obtain adequate consumer activity on my listings.  Since joining TRS, I’ve noticed more property inquiries per day than I could have expected in months of self-promotion.  My phone is ringing, my inbox is full and I couldn’t be happier.”
Blake Ledyard

– Associate Broker

“After joining Texas Ranch Sales LLC, I felt the opportunities for listings and myself have increased exponentially.   Each listing that I have transferred or started has seen more hits than with any other platform.  The marketing and exposure is untouchable.  There isn’t another brand out there that has the presence or presentation to match Texas Ranch Sales LLC.  I am proud to hand out my business card or wear the brand anywhere I go.  The connections that I have been exposed to also are unmatched and all because of the class and level of Texas Ranch Sales LLC.  I am so thankful and proud to be a part of such a dynamic and amazing team.  I am thankful to Sheldon and Zanna and Dave for allowing me to be a part of the TRS family and really appreciate Austi, Janelle, Hayley and Eileen for the support and professionalism that they bring to everything that they touch.  Thank you Texas Ranch Sales LLC!!!!”
Karen Gulick

– Associate Broker

“Being in this industry at such a young age, it is sometimes hard to be taken seriously. Having the support of Texas Ranch Sales, LLC  has made my career in the farm and ranch real estate industry a dream come true! Their advertising is nothing but the best in the state and the close relationships we have with the entire team makes it feel like one big happy family!  I am proud to be a part of such an amazing company!“
Alexis Thompson

– Associate

“Texas Ranch Sales has been great team to be apart of!!  To the office staff, the support, the marketing and the team! The support Texas Ranch Sales has giving me has been outstanding, the marketing has been excellent for me to be able to market and give every customer a great experience in buying or selling! I’m proud to be apart of a amazing company and team and very proud to wear the Texas Ranch Sales brand anywhere I go! “
Becca Vizza

– Associate

“After a few years away from the TRS family I finally made it back. It was the best choice I could have made for my family. With the top-notch marketing and support they have here I have experienced the best year yet. They really do treat everyone like family. They are all ways here to help.“
David Light

– Associate

“Being part of the 2005 National Championship football team at the University of Texas, I’ve always been part of a great team atmosphere where people have your back and always willing to help and go the extra mile. Since joining the Texas Ranch Sales team that’s what I feel, the great team environment. Everyone is willing to help out and encourage each other and in turn that’s what motivates me to further expand my farm and ranch business. The drive that it creates in me personally to better myself day in and day out to achieve success encompassed with everything Texas Ranch Sales offers with the marketing and exposure the listing receive, is an incredible recipe for success!! “
Tully Janszen

– Associate

“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

– Associate

“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

– Associate

“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

– Associate

“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

– Executive Assistant