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Educational and Business Background

Bob began his real estate career as a young entrepreneur buying and fixing up homes in SE Michigan. This quickly led to a full time career in commercial real estate in 1992. Bob spent 14 years at Snowden & Associates then moved to Newmark Grubb Knight Frank for 11 years. Bob will continue his Landlord and Tenant Representation services with Colliers International. Bob's main focus is office leasing and sales specializing in SE Michigan.

Business Philosophy and Community Involvement

To provide the most comprehensive commercial real estate services in the industry to landlords and tenants of all sizes.

Always evaluating the market and leased properties we are working on gives us the ability to make changes to marketing philosophy to stay ahead of the curve. Paying attention to details on listings gives us the best possibility to have a good first impression on tenants to that property.

Todd has been recognized in the Detroit marketplace as a Top Ten Broker and has been awarded the prestigious President Elite Award at Friedman every year since 2001

Charlie specializes in industrial commercial real estate with a primary focus on the I-275 South Corridor, serving clients throughout Canton, Van Buren Township, and Taylor. As a member of Signature’s industrial team, he works closely with owners, tenants, investors, and developers to help them achieve their commercial real estate objectives through strategic market insight and personalized service.

Charlie’s interest in commercial real estate began at an early age, inspired by his family’s long history of business ownership and real estate investment. While working for his uncle, Paul LaFontaine, at Imlay City Ford, he gained firsthand experience with commercial property ownership and business operations. His late grandfather, Paul LaFontaine Sr., along with his uncle, Paul LaFontaine Jr., who continues to own and operate the dealership today, developed and managed several commercial real estate holdings in the community. Their entrepreneurial spirit and success sparked Charlie’s passion for the industry and continue to influence his approach to serving clients.

Before joining Signature Associates, Charlie spent more than four years in business development and recruiting, building strong client relationships and delivering strategic staffing solutions for companies across the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors. This experience strengthened his consultative approach, negotiation skills, and commitment to understanding each client’s unique business needs.

Outside of work, Charlie enjoys spending time with his wife, stepson, and daughter. An avid golfer, and also enjoys pickleball, swimming, and traveling. His family especially loves visiting Northern Michigan, where they spend time in Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Boyne City enjoying the beaches, miniature golf, local shops, and making lasting memories together.

Licensed in 1961 and his CCIM in 1976. Bob has help developed major subdivisions with his dad, Clyde who started the business in 1920. Has worked in residential sales, investment, 1031 Exchanges, development, building, commercial, office lease and more. Member of West Michigan Lakeshore Association of REALTORS. Board member of West Michigan Teen Challenge for over 30 years. Board member of First Priority. Member and board member of a local church. Hobbies: snowmobiling, hunting, outdoor activities.

Charley Henneghan specializes in investment sale transactions, with a primary focus on multi-family properties. A two-time recipient of the prestigious CoStar Power Broker Award, Charley joined Signature Associates in 2024, where he founded the Multifamily Division within Signature’s Investment Sales Team. Previously, Charley served as Director for the Great Lakes Investment Sales Team at Berkadia, focusing on the sale, refinance, and recapitalization of multi-family assets across the Midwest.

 With more than $6 billion in completed multifamily transactions, Charley is known for his leadership, extraordinary work ethic, and instinctive drive. He excels in building lasting client relationships and distinguishes himself as a key team player. His honest and straightforward approach has earned him a reputation for delivering outstanding results, year after year.

LETTER OF EXPERIENCE OF

Gilbert M. Henry

REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE:

1988 - Michigan Salesman's License

1992 - Michigan Broker's Real Estate License

Vice-President of Gil Henry & Associates, Inc., established in 1974

Personally involved in residential and commercial construction and development.

For own account - Residential Apartment Units, Fast Food Restaurant (Hot n Now), vacant farm land and residential and commercial development parcels.

Management for others - Over 500,000 sq. ft. of single and multi-office facilities, including management of industrial and warehousing facilities. Shared management with other company officers of over 1,500,000 sq. ft.

Sales of Real Property - 1988 to present, $70,000,000

EDUCATION:

Onsted High School graduate - 1986

Ferris State University- 1986 - 1988

Professional Learning Network

Real Estate Law I, II

Real Estate Marketing

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

Member of Lenawee County Association of REALTORS, holding offices as

follows: Lenawee County Association of REALTORS Director 1992 - 1993;

Secretary 1994; Vice President 1995; President 1996 and 1997; President Elect 2003;

President 2004; Lenawee County Association of REALTORS; REALTOR of the Year 1998, Multi-listing Service Committee 1995 - 2002

Member Adrian Area Chamber of Commerce

Member of National Association of REALTORS

Member of Michigan Association of REALTORS

Goodwill Industries Board of Directors 2002-2006; Vice President 2004-2006

INSTRUCTED FOR:

Michigan State University Co-operative Extension Service

PERCENTAGE OF BUSINESS: 1989 - to Present

Residential - 15% Farm & Land - 10% Commercial & Industrial & Sales &

Development - 75%

MAJOR CLIENTS:

B & U Corp., Advanced Machines, Inc., Custom Machines, Inc., Painters Supply, Inc., Fastenal Co., Bravo Enterprises, Cyltec L.L.C., General Telephone Co., Greater Adrian Industrial Development Group, Republic Bank, Adrian Physicians Association.