Meet Jeff Folker

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Jeff Folker

Broker

847.504.6182

Areas of Expertise

  • 20+ years of corporate experience with a variety of Fortune 500 companies and boutique consulting firms, focusing in the areas of supply chain management, logistics, sales, and customer service.
  • Over 13 years in residential real estate with sales all along Chicago's North Shore.
  • In-depth experience and engagement with Lake Forest schools as a two-term member of the Lake Forest District 67 Board of Education, Chair Emeritus of the Lake Forest High School Foundation, and a past District 67 APT President.

Awards & Recognition

Chairman's Circle – Platinum, BHHS Chicago 2020

Chairman's Circle – Gold, BHHS Chicago 2019

Chairman's Circle – Gold, BHHS Chicago 2018

BHHS "Top producer" recognition – Lake Forest office (June 2018)

Education & Designations

Bachelor of Science, Marketing – Miami University (Ohio)

Member, North Shore/Barrington Association of Realtors

Member, Illinois Association of Realtors


Member, National Association of Realtors

 

Background & Experience

Jeff's background with such global companies as Procter & Gamble, Kraft Foods, Diageo, and Conagra Brands, as well as his time spent managing consulting engagements across North America, has provided him with strong negotiating skills, a firm belief in data-based decision-making, and a comfort with handling detailed, complex projects for his clients.  Jeff has an in-depth knowledge of the North Shore market and an appreciation for how it has changed over the years.  As a two-term member of the Lake Forest District 67 Board of Education, and a past Chairman of the Lake Forest High School Foundation, Jeff has a deep appreciation and understanding of public education in Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and the surrounding communities. He brings this experience and in-depth involvement to bear with clients who want to know more about Lake Forest & Lake Bluff schools and how they compare with surrounding communities.

Strong Ties with the Community

Jeff is a 20-year resident of Lake Forest with strong ties to the community through various civic and charitable organizations:

  • Member, Lake Forest District 67 Board of Education (2013-2021)
  • Chairman, Lake Forest High School Foundation (2017-2019)
  • Vice-Chair of Development, Lake Forest High School Foundation (2014-17)
  • President, Cherokee Elementary School APT (2011-13)
  • Treasurer, Lake Forest Baseball Association (2010-12)

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