Cambium Commercial

ABOUT US

Cambium Commercial originally opened its doors as Cambium Realty for general real estate business in 2009. Dan Shafron, the owner and Managing Broker, graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in mechanical engineering. After 10 years of applying his expertise at Caterpillar, he decided he would take his skill sets in another direction, real estate.

Although, Cambium Realty was, to all appearances, a general real estate and property management office, Dan had a larger vision. He and a partner bought dozens of “fixer upper” homes. They supervised the renovation process, leased and managed the assets. With the economic collapse in 2008-2012 causingng “ripples” in the business model, Dan looked at other, more enduring strategies for real estate investments.

In 2016, he entered into a joint venture partnership with Mel Yarmat, a seasoned veteran of more than 40 years in real estate investments. Mel owned and operated 2,400 apartment units; dozens of shopping centers, built single family homes, hotels, and large commercial properties.

 In the following years, they, along with a loyal group of investors, have focused on the acquisition of shopping centers, with remarkable success.

Now, as Cambium Commercial, our mission is to purchase distressed properties and convert them to fully functioning, income producing properties. Cambium Commercial’s successes prove how qualified the company and principals are in acquisition, construction, leasing, management, marketing and brokerage.

Cambium Commercial is aggressively looking for new acquisitions. If you are a property owner, broker, tenant, or a bank real estate division, we are the right partner for you.


Dan Shafron
– Owner & Founder of Cambium Commercial and Managing Broker

As Managing Broker and Owner of Cambium Commercial, Dan Shafron maintains a leadership position of their client’s real estate investment portfolio. This role includes investment property acquisition, property management, tenant leasing, project management and managing our growing team of brokers and contractors.


Kris Rokke
– Broker

Kris Rokke, as Cambium Commercial’s newest addition to the broker team, he brings a great deal of experience with him. With his background in executive sales, start up companies, as well as negotiating many multi-million dollar contracts in the health care industry, he brings an added dynamic to the team. He has also trained sales teams and leaders as well as built national marketing programs. With his experience and his understanding of the marketplace, this is an easy transition for Kris. We welcome his passion and professional expertise to our quickly expanding team here at Cambium Commercial.


Cherie Rokke
– Office Manager

With attentive and friendly customer service as Office Manager, Cherie is here to assist Property Owners and Tenants with their needs and concerns. While keeping the office running smoothly, she works on marketing, billing, statements, and even studying to become a broker herself. Cherie feels privileged and excited to be a part of the growing Cambium Commercial team.