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Gail Spreen
 
Gail Spreen
President
MBA
Certified Appraiser
C: 312.925.7668
E: Gail@StreetervilleProperties.com

Gail Spreen is the President and Owner of Streeterville Properties and has been a real estate broker and certified real estate appraiser since 1994. Gail has focused her career entirely on the Chicago market working with large developers in the City and specializing in the Streeterville neighborhood.
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Katrina Schmitt  
Katrina "Kat" Schmitt

Broker Associate
Manager of Marketing & Operations
C: 773.425.0065
E: Katrina@StreetervilleProperties.com

“Thank you for taking the time to read my bio!”

Katrina traveled a varied career path before landing at Streeterville Properties. She worked for three years at Warner Brothers Television on a major syndicated talk show while obtaining a very strong work ethic and lots of great stories! She made the Jump.… (Click here for more)




Sheri Kromelow
 
Sheri Kromelow
Broker Associate
C: 312.420.5888
E: Sheri@StreetervilleProperties.com
 
“I love my new home!  Thank you for listening to me, and finding exactly what I wanted!”

Born in Chicago and raised in the area, Sheri developed a love for the city.  After graduating with a degree in marketing from the School of Business at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, Sheri worked in incentive travel marketing.  She then spent several years…. (Click here for more)

 
 
 
 
Lynn Mendel
Realtor Associate
C: 773.988.9291
 
 Lynn grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago. After grauduating from the University of Illinois, she spent a few years in Los Angeles working in design. Missing the lively urban neighborhoods that define Chicago...... (Click here for more)
 

 

   

Nikki D'Ottavio
Realtor Associate
C: 312.315.7558
 
Nikki has lived in the Streeterville area for over twelve years with her husband, Tony and their cherished little dog, KATO. Because of her love and concern for animals Nikki is involved with Chicago PAWS hoping to help find homes for the unwanted animals.... (Click here for more)
 
              
                            
 
 
 
Kareem Shaikh
Realtor Associate
C: 773.841.4026
 
Kareem began his career in advertising and has been active in the real estate industry since 1997, when he took a position as marketing director for Phoenix, AZ based builder Touchstone Homes. After deciding that Arizona's warm weather was not enough to overcome his love for Chicago....

 

  

 
Theodora Pernikliyska
Realtor Associate
C: 312.217.8018
 
A native of Bulgaria, Theodora came to the US in hopes of a better future. Theodora enjoys working with people and after being her a few years she realized how much she would enjoy helping people to achieve the American dream of home ownership.... (Click here for more)
 
 
 

  


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Gail Spreen
President
MBA
Certified Appraiser
C: 773.925.7668
E: Gail@StreetervilleProperties.com

Gail Spreen is the President and Owner of Streeterville Properties and has been a real estate broker and certified real estate appraiser since 1994.   Gail has focused her career entirely on the Chicago market working with large developers in the City and specializing in the Streeterville neighborhood.

Gail received her MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Business in 2005 with majors in real estate management, marketing and entrepreneurship.  She represents a true real estate professional with disciplines and market knowledge to assist her clients in all aspects of their home buying and selling experience. 

Gail is proud to call Streeterville home and is extremely active in both the residential and business communities.  As President of SOAR, the Streeterville Organization of Active Residents, Gail is continually working to keep Streeterville a neighborhood.  She works with the City Departments and developers to make improvements to their projects that will enhance and improve the neighborhood and create value for the entire area. 

“Streeterville is experiencing an exciting transitional period with many new developments in progress. As it evolves from its industrial past towards a residential future we have a unique opportunity to be a force of inspiration and change in what is the greatest and most recognizable neighborhood in Chicago. I am honored to be in a position to affect changes that will impact the landscape of Streeterville, and forever make it a better place for all those who chose to live and work here.”

Gail is also very involved in GNMAA, the Greater North Michigan Avenue Association and the Streeterville Chamber of Commerce.  She is on several committees tracking market data on the area and working to keep traffic and transportation flowing and the public way beautiful and pleasing for the residents and visitors.

Recognized by her peers as an industry leader and expert in Streeterville, Gail is routinely invited to speak at real estate forums and for neighborhood community groups. Various real estate publications, media and community newsletters seek Gail’s expertise to speak and contribute articles relating to Chicago’s real estate market and the Streeterville neighborhood. Gail holds herself and those who work at Streeterville Properties to the highest standards. Her expert knowledge of the business of real estate and the Streeterville neighborhood make her an invaluable asset to anyone thinking about real estate in the Streeterville neighborhood. She is a loyal advocate to her neighborhood, its residents and her clients.

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Katrina "Kat" Schmitt
Broker Associate
Manager of Marketing & Operations
C: 773.425.0065
E: Katrina@StreetervilleProperties.com

"Thank you for taking the time to read my bio!"

Katrina traveled a varied career path before landing at Streeterville Properties. She worked for three years at Warner Brothers Television on a major syndicated talk show while obtaining a very strong work ethic and lots of great stories! She made the jump from television to real estate in 2000 as property manager of a landmark commercial building in the Chicago Loop. The owner of the company shared his passion for the real estate business. He encouraged her to pursue her broker’s license. Katrina was inspired and obtained her Illinois Real Estate Broker’s License in 2004 and soon found a home at Streeterville Properties as its first broker associate.

Katrina possesses a genuine compassion for people and her strong character, competence, and the level of commitment she provides make her a valuable asset to her clients. “It is extremely important to me and I work hard to earn the trust and confidence of my clients. I especially enjoy negotiating on behalf of my clients to get the best price on their sale or purchase. I want them to feel like they’ve achieved the best outcome and I’m genuinely excited for them!”

Her clients describe her as being energetic and fun to work with, making the home buying and selling process more enjoyable and less stressful.  “Experience has taught me that buying and selling real estate is not just a business transaction. It can be an emotional experience, and it's certainly one of the biggest financial investments most of us will make in our lifetime," she says. "That's why I commit to my clients for the long-term, and my goal is to serve as a resource and friend long after the closing."

“I serve on the Professional Board for PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving). I am a huge animal lover so I particularly enjoy helping fellow pet owners with the challenge of finding the pet friendly home of their dreams! I am also an active member and volunteer with SOAR (Streeterville Organization of Active Residents) and for the last two years I have been on the committee and served as Co-Chair of the successful BluePrints Fundraiser which honors Chicago architecture while raising money for SOAR. I believe that giving back and community service are very important and have a direct impact on our quality of life.”

“When I have rare down time I love spending it with my dog Quincy, travel, dining at Chicago's fine restaurants with friends and enjoying the city. I love helping people discover Chicago, Streeterville and all they have to offer so if you have any questions about the area or the Streeterville condo market you are welcome to stop by the office, send me an e-mail or give me a call! I look forward to working with you.” 

Compassion, Character, Competence and Commitment

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Sheri Kromelow
Broker Associate
C: 312.420.5888
E: Sheri@StreetervilleProperties.com

“I love my new home!  Thank you for listening to me, and finding exactly what I wanted!”

Born in Chicago and raised in the area, Sheri developed a love for the city.  After graduating with a degree in marketing from the School of Business at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, Sheri worked in incentive travel marketing.  She then spent several years as a broker of luxury European travel, specifically European canal barge cruises.   During that time, Sheri specialized in sales, marketing, and public relations (working closely with writers to get articles placed in high end publications.)  She also focused on very personalized client service, and consistently exceeded sales goals.  After obtaining her Real Estate Broker’s License, Sheri continued to strive for excellence by becoming Quality Service Certified. She ensures that her clients’ expectations are met and exceeded each step of the transaction by working hard to truly understand the needs and wants of each individual buyer or seller.  Prior to joining Streeterville Properties, Sheri accomplished a successful three years at another large real estate firm

Sheri has resided in the city of Chicago for over a decade, inhabiting the Lincoln Park, Old Town, and Streeterville neighborhoods.  She has been a volunteer with the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.  She is a member of the Chicago Association of Realtors, the Illinois Association of Realtors, the National Association of Realtors, and the Northern Illinois Multiple Listing Service.
 
 
Lynn Mendel
Realtor Associate
C: 773.988.9291
 
Lynn grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago. After graduating from the University of Illinois, she spent a few years in Los Angeles working in design. Missing the lively urban neighborhoods that define Chicago, Lynn returned to her hometown in 2001 to begin a career in residential lending. This career choice was perfect for her, as it allowed her to connect with her community and help others. Several years later, Lynn decided to expand her role in the real estate industry and become a Realtor with Streeterville Properties.
 
Customer satisfaction is paramount to Lynn. Real estate is usually one of the biggest investments a person makes and Lynn works diligently to understand her clients' needs needs. She facilitates each step of the transaction and negotiates to get the deal done efficiently, effortlessly and in her clients' best interests. It is her goal to be her clients' professional advisor, educator and true advocate.
 
Lynn's clients have described her as,
 
"By far and away the most competent and customer focused individual who played a role in our transaction. Lynn returned calls promptly and was proactive in letting us know where we stood. Given the unavoidable stress of purchasing a new home, it was reassuring to know that we were in such capable hands."
 
When asked how she would describe the nature of her job, Lynn simply states, "to negotiate the best deal, have a smooth transaction and hopefully have some fun along the way!" In her spare time, Lynn enjoys the sights and sounds of Chicago and long walks with her dog Linus.
 
 
Nikki D'Ottavio
Realtor Associate
C: 312.315.7558
 
Nikki has lived in the Streeterville area for over twelve years with her husband, Tony and their cherished little dog, KATO. Because of her love and concern for animals Nikki is involved with Chicago PAWS hoping to help find homes for the unwanted animals.
 
Hailing from a family of bankers, Nikki has enjoyed a successful career as a mortgage banker for over sixteen years. Nikki says, "There is nothing quite like the feeling of being a part in making the American dream come true.. home ownership! Streeterville is such a charming, unique neighborhood here in Chicago with absolutely everything at your fingertips. This is just one of the reasons I've decided to make Streeterville the main focus of my real estate career."
 
Nikki and her family are passionate sailors and she has served on the Chicago Yacht Race Committee for the past six years. Her Father's sailboat, Thirsty Tiger, has won the Chicago to Mackinac Island sailboat race twice overall and we've just enjoyed the 100th Anniversary of the Chicago Mac race this year in July!
 
 
 
Kareem Shaikh
Realtor Associate
C: 773.841.4026
 
Kareem began his career in advertising and has been active in the real estate industry since 1997, when he took a position as marketing director for Phoenix, AZ based builder Touchstone Homes. After deciding that Arizona's warm weather was not enough to overcome his love for Chicago, he returned home and began his sales career with Schaumburg based, William Ryan Homes. Always wanting to work and live downtown, Kareem joined Garrison Partners Consulting where he gained valuable experience selling different product types, including hi-rise timber and soft lofts and most recently condo coversions for Terrapin Properties.
 
Now happy to be with Streeterville Properties since January of 07, Kareem looks forward to continuing his real estate success story. Kareem is a licensed real estate agent in Illinois and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in advertising from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana.
 
 
 
Theodora Pernikliyska
Realtor Associate
C: 312.217.8018
 
A native of Bulgaria, Theodora came to the US in hopes of a better future. Theodora enjoys working with people and after being here a few years she realized how much she would enjoy helping people to achieve the American dream of home ownership.
 
Buying or selling a home can be a complicated and emotional process. Theodora understands the benefits of having a professional who can guide you through the process and has your best interests at heart. Theodora is dedicated, creative when difficult situations arise, efficient, organized, knowledgeable about the market and a true professional every step of the way. She also provides a strong attention to detail, is an excellent listener, goal-oriented and always willing to go the extra mile.
 
Theodora graduated Medical College and High School of Commerce and Tourism prior to her arrival in the US. She enjoys international travel and looks forward to exploring many countries in Europe, Asia and South America.
 
Theodora loves the atmosphere and the energy of downtown Chicago and is a resident of the vibrant and booming Streeterville neighborhood.
 
Theodora is a member of the National Association of Realtors, the Chicago Association of Realtors and the Multiple Listing Service of Northern Illinois. Theodora is bilingual, speaking fluent English and Bulgarian. She is also a member of the Board of Directors in the building she resides.
 
 
 

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We are always looking for new and experienced licensed agents. We offer the best location possible to start your successful career in real estate! One look at this office and what we have to offer and you won't want to hang your license anywhere else. Please call Gail Spreen at 312.925.7668 or email to: Gail@StreetervilleProperties.com to set up your interview today!

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