Our Team
Sean M. Delaney
Senior Vice President Investments
Senior Director, Self-Storage Division
Sean Delaney is a Senior Vice President Investments and Senior Director, National Self Storage Group in the firm's Chicago Oak Brook office. As a Senior Vice President Investments, he exclusively represents buyers and sellers of self-storage properties throughout the country. Sean has more than 16 years of experience in the self-storage industry and has closed real estate transactions valued over $840 million during his career.
Sean achieved numerous awards and distinctions and is a member of the Self-Storage Association and Illinois Self-Storage Association. In 2017 he was ranked the #1 broker in the Chicago Oak Brook office and #1 out of the 100+ brokers throughout the firm’s three Chicago offices. Sean holds a real estate license in Illinois and Wisconsin. Prior to joining Marcus & Millichap, Mr. Delaney played seven years of professional baseball for the Kansas City Royals and the Saint Paul Saints.
630.570.2267
Jeffrey L. Herrmann
Senior Investment Associate
Self-Storage Division
Jeffrey Herrmann is a seasoned self-storage specialist in the firms' Chicago Oak Brook office. Prior to joining Marcus & Millichap in 2017, Jeffrey was President and Co-Owner of Apple Self Storage in Wauconda, IL. Mr. Herrmann also served as Executive Vice President and COO of Telular Corporation, a public telecommunication technology company and has extensive financial management experience from his time with Bell and Howell and RR Donnelley & Sons Company. Jeffrey began his professional career with Arthur Anderson & Company as a Public Accountant. He earned a B.S. Degree in Accounting from Northern Illinois University and holds a CPA certification and an Illinois Real Estate License.
Jeffrey has 25-plus years in the self-storage industry, including also having a personal experience as a self-storage owner and developer in Illinois and Florida. Jeffrey has an impressive brokerage track record, closing over $101 million in real estate transactions and winning the prestigious office 'Hunting Season' award twice in just three years.
630.570.2223
Rob Cook
Associate
Self-Storage Division
Rob Cook joined the Delaney Self-Storage Group of Marcus & Millichap followings a long, award-winning career in sales. He has a proved track record of success in exceeding the needs of his clients. He is recognized for his exemplary service and outstanding work. Rob came to the self-storage industry following a distinguished career in residential construction and real estate.
Drawing from his ingenuity and savvy marketing skills, as a self-storage professional Rob has a unique perspective on the market. Rob develops customized strategic plans for each of his listings, employing innovative social media and marketing initiatives, comparative market data analyses and Marcus & Millichap's industry leading technologies and reach to optimize the exposure of his listings. His keen attention to detail and deep understanding of real estate potential and the associated renovation costs were honed from his time in the construction and building industry. Rob is a true go-getter and provides his clients with superior services that ensure a smooth, successful transation.
630.570.2254
H. Paul Robertson
Associate
Self-Storage Division
H. Paul Robertson is an associate and self-storage specialist on the Delaney Self-Storage Group in the firm's Chicago Oak Brook office. Paul has 25+ years of sales and management experience. His proven track record and customer service based acumen ensure our team's clients receive superior and honest advisory services. Prior to joining Marcus & Millichap in 2020, Paul spent most of his professional career working in business development and has held many leadership sales roles. Earning numerous sales achievement awards, Paul understands the importance of putting clients' needs first. He also has experience in meeting strategic sales goals, managing lead integrated marketing campaigns and how to deliver successful product and service introductions.
Mr. Robertson's drive, dedication and past work experience add to the strength of the Delaney Group. He joins our team to serve our clients in the Midwest, specifically Wisconsin, Iowa and beyond. Paul has a unique ability to successfully partner with clients and is dedicated to helping them meet and many times even exceed their goals. When not in the office, Paul enjoys spending time with his wife and three children and coaching youth football.
630.570.2188
Kris Parker
Associate
Self-Storage Division
Kris Parker is an associate and self-storage specialist of the Delaney Self-Storage Group in the firm's Chicago Oak Brook office. Prior to joining Marcus & Millichap in 2020, Kris worked in sales and brand management for industry leading firms in the technology and consumer packaged goods sectors. He has a long, professional understanding of both client and agency facing business, operations and strategy. One of his many strengths includes cultivating and stewarding strong client relationships.
In prior work experiences, Kris has been a member of executive leadership teams and fully understands the importance of both performance and client services. Kris has also lead partnership development and client-success initiatives in his previous roles. All of these skills and professional achievements ensure that our team's clients receive top-notch, honest investment services. Kris earned his Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Psychology from the University of Michigan and later received his Masters Degree in Integrated Marketing and Communications from Michigan State University. When away from the office, Kris can be found spending time with his with and their two children, or when weather and time allow, on the golf course.
630.570.2182
Elizabeth Baker
Licensed Assistant & Operations Manager
Self-Storage Division
630.570.2191