Interra Realty, a Chicago-based commercial real estate investment services firm, today announced it has hired Tommy Richard as an associate. This is the third new hire for the growing company over the past three months.

Richard will work alongside Senior Managing Partner Joe Smazal and Director Mark Dykstra, according to David Goss and Jon Morgan, co-founders and managing principals of Interra. Specializing in the north side of Chicagoland, Richard will focus on market analysis, asset valuation and business development.

“Tommy’s keen understanding of the multifamily sector and hunger to close deals will directly translate into success for Interra’s clients,” said Goss. “His energy is a great fit as the firm continues to grow and take on new challenges.”

Following his 2024 graduation from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics, Richard interned with Interra. He is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Illinois.

Richard’s arrival follows a wave of new talent joining Interra. In February, the firm announced the hiring of Joe Braun as a director and Andrew Stassi as an associate, in addition to promotions for Paul Waterloo to the role of managing partner and Harrison Pinkus to the role of managing director.

“The multifamily sector continues to attract investors, especially in stable markets like Chicago,” said Goss. “Interra’s expansion demonstrates our ability to deliver consistent value for clients in search of reliable, performance-driven assets.”

Interra regularly ranks among the top middle-market multifamily brokerages in the Chicago market. Between 2023 and 2024, the firm’s transaction volume grew by 118%, equating to a nearly 48% increase in year-over-year sales revenue.

About Interra Realty:

Founded in 2010, Interra Realty is a Chicago-based commercial real estate services firm that delivers integrated, tailored solutions through its boutique, client-focused approach and team of experienced professionals. Since its inception, the firm has closed thousands of transactions valued in excess of several billion spanning the multifamily, office and retail sectors, as well as loan sales. Interra’s clients range from private investors and high-net-worth individuals to large financial institutions, private equity groups and hedge funds. For more information, visit www.interrarealty.com.

Tommy Richard, Associate, Interra Realty.