Onward Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Realty

We are thrilled to welcome Thad Barker to the Onward Real Estate Team at Keller Williams as our new Commercial Buyer/Tenant Specialist! With over 30 years of distinguished leadership in the Aerospace Defense industry, Thad brings a wealth of strategic insight and operational excellence to our team. His impressive career includes roles as Vice President and General Manager at Pentair and Director of Operations at L-3 Harris Technologies, where he achieved remarkable efficiency improvements and cost reductions. Thad's transition into real estate is driven by his commitment to faith, family, and community. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management from Texas Tech University and MBA studies from Mary Hardin-Baylor. He is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt, reflecting his dedication to excellence and continuous improvement. A long-standing relationship with our owner, Brad Harrell, and a deep-rooted passion for the Central Texas community has guided Thad to join Onward Real Estate. Outside work, he enjoys volunteering with his church, supporting Shriners International Hospitals for Children, and spending quality time outdoors with his family. We’re excited to see Thad's vast experience and dedication enhance our team’s capabilities and help our clients achieve their commercial real estate goals. Welcome aboard, Thad!

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