Charles Grode

Charles has been Rodger’s business partner in real estate and construction since 1986, he heads up the management and administration functions. With a combined background in the arts, programming/system design and market analysis he has developed the management, budget and quality control systems as well as aesthetics necessary for high quality level projects. He is a graduate of New Trier HS, earned a B.S. from Indiana University and an M.B.A. from Pennsylvania State University with additional studies at the Institut de Français, Villefranche-sur-Mer, France. He is a first generation American and believes strongly in a hard work ethic. He contributes significantly to various organizations and takes a vigorous approach to life including long distance running, the fine and martial arts including wing chun, piano, watercolour, backpacking and extensive world travel. He is a licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker and has been a lifelong resident of Chicago.