Our Team

A Family Forward Approach

FORE Development Inc (FORE) was founded in 2016 by brothers Dan, Tom, and Jack Klister with the goal to develop and acquire quality spaces where residents, businesses, and guests are able to thrive.  FORE consistently maintains a focus on thoughtful design, superior service, and long term commitment to the communities we invest in.  To date, FORE has completed over 15 projects, with value in excess of $150M. These projects encompass a diverse range of property types including residential, retail/flex commercial, and mixed-use developments. FORE values creating and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, including tenants, local authorities, and all community members. By fostering collaborative partnerships, FORE ensures that all projects align with the unique needs and aspirations of each community. With a commitment to honesty and the ability to deliver on their vision, the FORE team is excited about opportunities that improve the way we live an interact with our communities.

Prior to forming FORE with brothers Tom & Jack, Dan worked as a tenant-representation broker at Mid-America Real Estate (Milwaukee, WI) and as a development & acquisitions associate with Verdad Real Estate (Denver, CO). Dan graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science Degree (Real Estate & Finance) from Marquette University.

Tom spearheads financing, construction, and project development activities. Prior to joining FORE, Tom was a financial analyst at Ernst & Young in Chicago, in the Real Estate Transaction Advisory services group. Tom graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (Real Estate & Urban Land Economics; Finance) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Jack joined FORE in 2018 after working as an Analyst in the Chicago office for Stan Johnson Company (now Northmarq), a nationally recognized brokerage company that specializes in the sale of primarily single tenant, NNN lease retail assets. Jack now oversees the Property Management division of FORE, assisting with retail and residential leasing efforts, marketing, and facilities management. Jack graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree (Real Estate & Urban Land Economics) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Dan Klister

Dan Klister

Project Planning & Development

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Tom Klister

Tom Klister

Project Financing & Development

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Jack Klister

Jack Klister

Property Management & Development

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Derek Fiestadt

Derek Fiestadt

Financial Controller & CPA

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Matthew Cartwright

Matthew Cartwright

Resident Relations & Facilities Management

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Jessica Young

Jessica Young

Property Manager

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