Brian Wise brings more than 34 years of experience in finance, banking, operations, and management to the Halderman Companies. A Purdue University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Farm and Business Management, Brian has built a career defined by deep agricultural expertise and a consistent record of leadership across some of the industry’s most demanding roles.
Brian spent two decades as a commercial banker focused on agriculture, holding Vice President roles at KeyBank’s Great Lakes Agribusiness Group, Indiana National Bank, and the Louisville Bank for Cooperatives. During that time, he cultivated lasting relationships with food and grain processors, country elevators, farm supply wholesalers, seed processors, and farm machinery manufacturers throughout the Midwest.
From banking, Brian moved into operational leadership as Vice President and General Manager of the Farm Division at JBS United, Inc., where he oversaw a $70 million, 150-employee commercial hog operation spanning five states. Under his leadership, the division consolidated operations, implemented a risk management program, and grew into the largest supplier to the Tyson Foods processing plant in Logansport, Indiana.
Brian went on to serve as Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions at Teays River Investments, a farm real estate investment fund manager with approximately $200 million in assets under management across 10 states. He later became a Partner at BrightPath Capital, a private equity firm focused on food and agribusiness acquisitions, where he led prospecting efforts for new investment opportunities.
Most recently, Brian served as Senior Business Development Manager at Halderman Real Asset Management, responsible for sourcing investment opportunities — experience that translates directly into his current role with the Halderman Companies.
Phone: 317.698.4204 Email: brianw@halderman.com
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Our agents list and sell all types of real estate: live, online or sealed bid auctions, acquisitions or private sales. After thoroughly evaluating the property and engaging in discussions with the client, we will confidently recommend the most effective method of sale tailored to their needs. We are dedicated to ensuring a smooth and successful transaction that exceeds expectations.
Auction or Private Sale
Our recommendation is that you enter the sale process with an open mind. If asked, Halderman will make a recommendation as to which type of sale is best for your farm. This recommendation is based on the method we think can best achieve your goals and the property itself. Some farms naturally lend themselves to one type of marketing system. For example a bare 80 acres in a location that typically has a lot of competition is likely a good auction candidate. In contrast, a highly improved swine operation is probably better sold as a going concern via private treaty.
Should I sell my farm?
This is a question only you can answer. Halderman Companies can help you determine what you might expect in terms of sale price and can describe the current marketplace vs the historical trends. We can also help you think about tax scenarios and family estate planning issues and put you in contact with attorneys or accountants, if needed. Once you have the information you can make a more informed decision on the timing of a sale.
What is a fair price?
Prior to selling Halderman can assist you in determining a sale price range and even complete an appraisal, if necessary. Using this information we will assist you in determining an asking price in a private sale scenario and a release price for an auction sale. Of course the fair price is determined ultimately by the market where a willing seller and a willing buyer agree on a price and terms. This can be achieved via a well marketed auction where there are a number of bidders in attendance and active bidding. It can also be achieved via private sale marketing and subsequent negotiations.
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