Eric Whiteis - President

Eric started in Real Estate while in college and founded Executive Title in 2002. Eric absolutely loves what he does! He prides himself in his work with Realtors and Lenders to facilitate a positive experience throughout the closing process for the homeowner. Eric’s goal is to provide a high level of service along with competitive pricing for the best value available. Employees of Executive Title are family to him and his success is gauged by how many of them reach their goals. Eric plans on continuing in his position for many years and hopes he can assist you with your future closing needs!

Email: eric@etofmn.com

Rob Whiteis – Executive Closer-Manager

Rob joined Executive Title in 2003. After learning all facets of the business, Rob started closing real estate transactions in 2005. Rob enjoys working with people and being a part of their goals and dreams of homeownership! He believes the fast pace and challenges we experience in this industry can be difficult, but there is nothing more satisfying than working through the situation and resolving the problem at hand to accomplish a smooth and comfortable closing for all parties involved. He looks forward to meeting and working with you!

Email: rob@etofmn.com

Danyell Peterson – Executive Closing Assistant

Danyell joined Executive Title in 2009 and has been in the title industry since 2002. She has vast experience in clearing title issues as well as working with a variety of clients on sale, purchase and refinance transactions. Danyell prides herself on providing the best customer service by being professional and courteous to each and every client. Danyell is always available to help make sure your closing is a success.

Email: danyell@etofmn.com

Tonya Ennen – Executive Closing Assistant

Tonya joined Executive Title in 2008 and has over 8 years of experience in the title industry. She is exceedingly knowledgeable, trustworthy, detailed and organized which makes working with her enjoyable. Her client’s satisfaction is her number one priority, and she lives up to her wonderful reputation on a daily basis.

Email: tonyae@etofmn.com

Vida Syonesa - Closer

Vida joined Executive Title in 2009 with over 9 years of real estate/mortgage banking experience. Vida has been closing for the last 6 years, and enjoys helping clients. Her knowledge and experience ensure a successful closing each and every time.

Email: vida@etofmn.com

Lauren Philippsen — Executive Assistant

Lauren joined Executive Title in 2012, when she moved to Minnesota from Wisconsin. She has a Bachelor of the Arts degree in creative writing from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Lauren is enjoying learning all she can about the title industry and looks forward to a rewarding career with Executive Title.

Email: Lauren@etofmn.com

Gabriel Thomason — Executive Closer

A seasoned real estate closer Gabriel started his career in 2001 with a title company in Fargo, ND where he worked his way up in the ranks of the company prior to relocating to the Twin Cities in 2009. His background includes management within the title & closing industry, mortgage underwriting, mortgage processing, mortgage originating and asset management. Along with a well rounded background he brings knowledge and experience to the closing table.

Email: gabriel@etofmn.com

Julia Cordes — Executive Closer

Julia brings unique dynamics to the closing process. With over 15 years experience amongst financial platforms, she has acquired the resources to accomplish your expectations. With her energy, personability, and professionalism her reputation follows.

Email: julia@etofmn.com

Sarah Spitalnick — Controller

Sarah started with Executive Title in 2012 with over 12 years experience. She oversees all Financial and Human Resource functions for the company. Her attention to detail and organization keeps Executive Title and its employees running smoothly at all times. Sarah is an exceptional asset and is a key element in the solid foundation of our company.

Email: Sarahs@etofmn.com

Charlie Rethwisch – Production Manager/Examiner

Charlie joined Executive Title in 2004. He is a licensed attorney and title examiner with nearly 20 years of experience in the title industry. Charlie is also an accomplished author of mystery short stories. His attention to detail and literary background ensure the highest level of accuracy. Charlie is an exceptional asset and is a key element in the solid foundation of our company.

Email: charlier@etofmn.com

Cheryl Laverenz – Post Closing Specialist

Cheryl oversees the post closing department. She joined Executive Title in 2005 and has been in the title industry since 1990. Cheryl has vast experience with many departments within our company which makes her outstanding at what she does.

Email: cheryl@etofmn.com

Julie Hagen – Production Specialist

Julie joined Executive Title in 2010 with over 25 years of knowledge and experience. She always brings a positive attitude into the office and is a true team player. Julie has worked in all areas of production, and applies that vast skill set on a daily basis at Executive Title.

Email: julie@etofmn.com

Laura Conn Herman – Production Specialist

Laura has been with Executive Title since its inception in 2003. She has over 8 years of experience with the company as a processor. She is the first point of contact for many of our customers. Laura works hard with the Production Team, closers, assistants and customers to ensure that the title commitments are accurate, and provide the best title insurance coverage for the customers.

Email: laura@etofmn.com

Stephanie Zaworski – Production Specialist

Stephanie joined Executive Title in the beginning of 2010. She keeps the Production Team together by maintaining the files, scanning and disbursing the title insurance policies. She also contributes to many other projects for the Team.

Email: stephz@etofmn.com

Lacey Gangelhoff - Production Specialist

Lacey Started with Executive title in 2002 and is rejoining the team after a 4 year break. Lacey works with the Production Team, closers, assistants and customers to ensure that the title commitments are accurate.

Email: Lacey@etofmn.com

Jessica Mathewson – Vice President

Jessica partnered with Eric and Executive Title in the beginning of 2010. Jessica has over 8 years experience within our industry and brings this knowledge to her business partners. Actions speak louder than words and Jessica is not afraid of putting in the work to make this statement true. She believes that Executive Title’s success is determined by its clients’ success, and she is helping to build the company based upon this philosophy.

Email: jessica@etofmn.com

Jessica Leigh Olson – Executive Assistant

Jessica Leigh joined Executive Title in the beginning of 2010, and has been involved in the Real Estate industry for 3 years. Her attention to detail, and her ability to multi-task aid in keeping the office running effectively and efficiently. Jessica Leigh does everything from clearing title, working up packages, disbursing, and scheduling. She also has the ability to close refinances when needed.

Email: jessicaleigh@etofmn.com

Stephanie Whiteis - Executive Closer

Stephanie has been closing purchase, sale and refinance transactions for over 25 years. She has knowledge in all area’s of the industry, but, her favorite place to be is in the closing room. Her experience and ability to your client’s feel at ease is “second to none”. Her philosophy is that everyone should leave the closing with a smile!

Email: swhiteis@etofmn.com

Kim Seufert – Executive Closer

Kim joined Executive Title in 2011and has been in the mortgage, real estate and title industry for over 12 years. Kim has spent the past 8 years closing transactions. Regardless of the complexity of the file; her extensive knowledge of purchase, sale, refinance, short sales and bank owned properties ensure a smooth transaction for all involved.

Email: kim@etofmn.com

Laura Rooker – Executive Closer

Laura joined Executive Title in 2012, with 18 years in the business. She has experience in many areas of the industry including Executive Closer, Sales and Marketing, Realtor, Mortgage Originator as well as real estate Instructor for the Minneapolis Board of Realtors. Laura feels that with having experience in many areas of the industry she is able to share her knowledge with her fellow peers and real estate clients. Her biggest satisfaction is when she can use her knowledge to help find solutions and answer the tough real estate problems or questions. Outside the workplace Laura has enjoyed coaching sports for many years. She applies those coaching principles to her career as well. Laura’s philosophy as an Executive Closer is that everyone is part of “the team” and we all are working together for the “Big Win”, which is to have a positive, worry free, smooth real estate closing transaction!

Email: lrooker@etofmn.com

Sylvia Stigen – Accounting Assistant

Sylvia Joined Executive Title in 2012 with 5 years of management experience. Sylvia is an assistant to the controller with various duties relating to the overall operations of the company. During her free time she loves to spend time with her two children and attend their sporting events.

Email: sylvia@etofmn.com

Jennifer Gottschalk – VP of Business Development

Jennifer comes from 8+ years in the mortgage industry as well as 10+ years of sales experience. She believes that impeccable follow up and communication is the key to making customers happy! Jennifer is very excited to get to work with the wonderful clients and customers that make Executive such an awesome company.

Email: jennifer@etofmn.com

Kristen Belleson – Executive Closer

Kristen Belleson joined Executive Title with 9 years of experience in the title industry. She has a customer comes first attitude and holds her clients in highest regard while always maintaining professionalism. Kristen pays great attention to detail and along with her experience this has given her the ability to figure out very complex title issues that may arise. She enjoys her job and that shows through to all her clients!

Email: kristenb@etofmn.com

Kristin Lowe – Executive Closer

Kristin is an Executive Closer out of the Maple Grove location. She joined Executive Title with over 10 years of experience in the title industry. Kristin prides herself on good communication and follows through with her clients. She has dealt with many different types of transactions and situations thus allowing her the ability to solve some very complex title issues that may arise. Kristin’s main priority is that her clients always feel at ease and comfortable at the closing table! She is extremely flexible and tries to make all closings as convenient as possible.

Email: kristin@etofmn.com

Sara Anderson – Executive Closer-Manager

Sara is an Executive Closer and the Branch Manager of our Edina office. She has worked with Executive Title since its inception and has over 10 years of title and closing experience. Sara specializes in exceptional properties and high end real estate transactions. Sara diligently oversees every aspect of her files and has been praised for her exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, flexibility and her work ethic. She is also excellent at resolving even the most complex title issues and will go out of her way to ensure your transaction closes smoothly and effortlessly. Sara holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Minnesota. She is also a member of the Junior League of Minneapolis and volunteers her time to Underdog Rescue and Placement of Minnesota.

Email: sara@etofmn.com

Pam Brabender Kley – Executive Closer

Pam Brabender Kley started in the title industry in 1984. Pam's background includes title examinations, closings, commercial, new construction, and management. These experiences and skills enable her to serve her clients in an unprecedented way allowing her to deliver the customer service that is expected in today's marketplace. If you want happy buyers and sellers, Pam is the closer of choice.

Email: pbk@etofmn.com
Phone: 952.300.2630
Fax: 952.300.2632

Pam Lienemann – Executive Closer

Pam joined Executive Title in 2012 with 23 years of experience. Pam is well versed in all transaction types with an ability to exceeds her clients expectations every time. She is an industry leader in Technology and Business refinement and her organization skills leave everyone happy at the closing table. You can count on Pam when it comes to all your closing needs.

Email: paml@etofmn.com
Phone: 952.300.2630
Fax: 952.300.2632

Lindsay Sipe - Executive Assistant

After graduating from the University of St. Thomas with degrees in English and Print Journalism, Lindsay joined Executive Title in 2012. She continues to learn about every aspect of closing and is enjoying the first steps to a gratifying career with the Executive Title team.

Email: lindsays@etofmn.com
Phone: 952.300.2630
Fax: 952.300.2632

Georgia Sipe – Executive Closer- Manager

Georgia joined Executive Title in 2006, and has been in the title industry for 14 years. She has handled many different aspects of the closing process which has allowed her to gain vast knowledge of the industry. Georgia pays close attention to detail to strive for a stress-free and enjoyable closing for her clients.

Email: georgia@etofmn.com
Phone: 763.241.1331
Fax: 763.241.1115

Laurel Sipe – Executive Closer

Laurel has been a Closer with Executive Title since 2006 and has been in the title industry since 2002. She likes to be involved with her files from start to finish and strives to make every transaction as smooth as possible. Laurel enjoys the opportunity to meet and work with a variety of people and her goal is to make each closing a fun and fulfilling experience for everyone involved.

Email: laurel@etofmn.com
Phone: 763.241.1331
Fax: 763.241.1115

Kris Jergens – Executive Closer

Kris joined Executive Title with 20 years of experience within the Title Industry. Her experience includes customer service, production, assisting and closing title files. Kris’ ability to adapt to the current market has enabled her to close just about every type of transaction. Her experience and knowledge of the title industry provides comfort and ease to her customers and their clients.

Email: kjergens@etofmn.com
Phone: 763.241.1331
Fax: 763.241.1115

Teresa Johnson – Executive Closer – Manager

Teresa joined Executive Title in 2010 and has been in the real estate industry for over 8 years. Her expertise includes all types of closing transactions with an emphasis on short sales.  Teresa strives to provide the most professional closing services available and knows that a trouble free transaction begins with her attention to every detail and commitment to customer service. Teresa looks forward to the opportunity to be of service to you!

Email: tjohnson@etofmn.com

Uriah Houg – Marketing & Development

Uriah joined Executive Title in 2010 and has been apart of the Title Industry for over 8 years. Uriah has a hand in everything from working files up, closing, and managing client relationships. Uriah is knowledgeable and well versed in today's difficult real estate market, he has the experience to help you get even your toughest deals done! 

Email: uriah@etofmn.com

Courtney Pennington — Executive Closer

Courtney joined Executive Title in 2012 with 3 years of experience in real estate/ title. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and Law with Hamline University. Courtney strives to make each transaction an exceptional experience for all her clients. In her spare time Courtney enjoys volunteering with Relay for Life of Lakeville with the American Cancer Society.

Email: Courtney@etofmn.com

Jean Savat – Executive Closer

Jean joined Executive Title in 2011 and has over 13 years of experience in the title industry. Jean has an eye for attention to detail and her organizational skills become evident in every transaction. Regardless of the complexity of the file her extensive knowledge of purchase, sale, refinance, short sales and bank owned properties ensure a smooth transaction for all parties. Jean's main priority is customer satisfaction.

Email: jean@etofmn.com

Nicole “Nicci” Glenna - Executive Closer

Nicole comes to us with 17 years of experience in the Real Estate and Title business. Beginning her career as a Realtor she found herself being pulled into the closing and title side of the industry. Nicole says – “I have always been intrigued by private investigators, (keep searching until you find the answer) and as a Closer you spend a lot of your time doing just that!” After being an assistant for 2 years Nicole joined a title company in Fridley where she got experience with managing and training a staff of 10 people (both closers and search agents). She had her hands full! – Nicole says – “Our staff members were right out of college with not a lot of experience, but we became the top producing office in the company that first year!” and “I have always felt that my clients are number one and I don’t care what it takes to get the job done.” “My Moto: Promise Less, Deliver more”. Nicole has developed a strong relationship with both Mortgage Brokers and Realtors.

Email: nicci@etofmn.com