Mike Klimek

Mike Klimek is the Founder and Managing Broker of Pillar Realtor, a commercial real estate brokerage built on results, integrity, and a bold vision for growth. Since 2006, Michael has worked with business owners and investors to deliver strategic guidance, structured deals, and high-performance outcomes. He began his career in the commercial insurance industry, earning his Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) designation and co-founding Pillar Corporation, an independent firm focused on protecting business and real estate assets. That background sharpened his ability to assess risk, build lasting relationships, and understand investor needs — a foundation that continues to influence his leadership in brokerage. In 2016, Michael shifted full-time into commercial real estate, working across Industrial, Retail, Office, Multi-Family, Mixed-Use, and Land. His expertise spans investment sales, new development, and tenant/buyer representation. He’s known for leveraging technology, creative marketing, and strategic planning to deliver results. Today, Michael leads Pillar Realtor with a vision to become a global leader in the commercial real estate industry — building a values-driven organization known for integrity, results, and empowering people to grow.

• Specialties
  Investment Sales Broker, Landlord Rep (Full Service), Tenant Rep, Tenant Rep (Full Service)
• Languages
  English
• Markets
  Chicago
• Property Types
  Hospitality, Industrial, Land, Office, Retail, Flex, SportsAndEntertainment, Specialty, Multifamily, Healthcare
• LinkedIn Profile
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• Websites
  LINKEDIN PROFILEContact Website
• Company Website
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• Education
  University of Illinois - Champaign, IL Governors State University - University Park, IL
• Organizations
  NAR - National Association of Realtors