Hawkeye Commercial Real Estate

Family and business have always been an important part of the Gellerman tradition. Thats because their business, originating in Rock Island, IL was born from family, starting with founder, Herb Gellerman. In 1947, Herb and a partner became pioneers in the wholesale distribution business with the formation of Jaydon, Inc. In 1962, Herb Gellerman made his first move at diversifying into real estate. He and another partner formed Hawkeye Real Estate Investment Company. Hawkeye began building and investing in multi-family projects in the Iowa City/Coralville markets. As the company grew, it began branching into retail, office and industrial properties. Herb and Jays efforts paid off because 67 years later, the family business they began is now in the hands of a third generation who continue to honor its humble beginnings and entrepreneurial spirit by evolving, remaining relevant and with a firm eye on the future. After the family sold Jaydon in 2000, Jays son, David, and son-in la...