lasting endeavors start with

relationships.

You could take your pick of the businesses that offer owner’s representative services. Or, you could work with ORB — the team that assures every client feels like our only client. When you go on a journey, you seek the advice of a trusted few on which roads to take, supplies to gather, and what roadblocks to avoid. Your high-stakes capital project should be no different. When you work with ORB, you’re not dealing with a back-seat driver. Like your go-to navigation system, we’ll tell you where to turn, when to stop, and how to dodge bumps in the road, so you can focus on your long-term goals and enjoy the adventure.

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where we’ve come from

& where we're going

ORB has been providing real estate, planning and construction advice to clients since 2002. Early in their careers, the founders of ORB recognized that traditional planning, development and construction delivery methods continually “passed the torch” from group to group based on timing. There wasn’t always someone there for the Owner throughout the entirety of the process ensuring major project visioning, goals, and plans stay intact and executed throughout the journey with the Owner’s best interest in mind.

Lifelong friends and neighbors, Tom Wacholz & Kim Barse, set out to be that difference by combining their leadership skills, experience, and strategic resourcing to provide advice, guidance, and complete much of the heavy lifting on behalf of their clients. They take the time with their clients to get a deep understanding of clients' opportunities and needs. From there, they simply put together work plan(s) and execute them with a series of precise steps, processes, and check-ins.

ORB’s work continues to grow, diversify, and expand. Working now into the 2nd generation of our organization, the future is bright. We serve many industry types, have many repeat clients, and get recommendations from past clients for future clients. We see the world shifting; how people interact within and outside of their cultures, how people gather, how we celebrate, how we do business, and how we lead as businesses and humans has never been more evident across all industries.

We are excited and honored to help you on your journey; we aim to be your ORB on your journey.

where we’re at

now.

Over two decades later, their process, community involvement, and dedication to building relationships have been the guiding force behind 200+ clients' continued success.

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where we’re

going.

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our guiding compass

people focused.

Relationships matter. We’re not just pointing fingers and handing out task lists. We’re connecting with our clients, fostering open communication, and creating lasting relationships that stand the test of time.

smart.

We minimize your risk and create a safe, open environment for you to ask questions and explore options. You can be sure that your reputation, fiscal responsibility, and legal standing are our priorities.

adaptive.

Our expertise and experience give us the tools to navigate each project's unique challenges. Like side roads on a map, we explore every route - and know when to create alternate paths, too.

unbiased.

It’s your responsibility as a leader to balance a myriad of stakeholder opinions and objectives. We can help cut through the clutter and offer unbiased perspectives when you meet a fork in the road.

meticulous.

From visiting your current operations, completing site selection analyses, and analyzing the fine print of your agreements, we take pride in every step. Our team will ensure your project is always moving forward.

straightforward.

Having an honest partner on your journey is essential. We’re always respectful, yet transparent with our clients on how to best achieve their long-term goals, always rooted in data.

THE “A” TEAM iS OUR ONLY TEAM

Tom Wacholz

Project Executive

“Client Experience is integral to ORB’s culture & values. It’s how we live out our daily lives and who we are at the core. Our success is almost entirely built upon listening.”

Kim Barse

Project Executive

“At the core, Client Experience is about listening to the client and responding to their needs and wants – not your own. During my career I have enjoyed being the trusted advocate for both employees & clients.”

Beth Telander

Project Cost Manager

“My goal is to leverage my management skills for the purpose of supporting the entity whose sole purpose is to care for those it serves, treating each project as if it were our own.”

Nick Wacholz

Senior Project Manager

Delivery of a positive project experience is about the People, and collaboration to achieve a common goal – This Team approach, in my mind, is what makes a good project, exceptional. My role is to lead the Project Team from conception of a plan through sustainable operation for the Client.

Wade Cole

Senior Project Manager

“It’s my goal that each client is completely satisfied with their facility and that the cost of the project is seen as a well placed investment. Our process is detailed and complicated. Managing the process while creating a win-win for all stakeholders is rewarding because it can be extremely challenging. If it was easy, everyone would do it.”