Baird & Warner Broker Loren Connell, who became a Chicago resident 20 years ago, had always wanted to live in the Windy City. Connell loves working in a variety of locations across Chicago, interacting with new and interesting people. Being a broker for the past 10 years has allowed him to avoid a monotonous job where every day feels the same. “No two client journeys are exactly alike,” he explains. Clients enjoy working with Connell and appreciate his tact, experience and knowledge of the city. Having had eight different addresses during his first four years in Chicago gave Connell a nuanced understanding of different Chicago neighborhoods and made him a self-described “CTA expert.”

While most of his sales are in the city, Connell works with buyers and sellers across the Chicagoland area, specializing in condos, single-family homes, multiunit properties, co-ops and new construction. When working with his clients, Connell emphasizes open channels of communication. He has found that something as simple as having a conversation with clients to find out what their goals for homeownership are and how he can help ease their worries creates goodwill and brings peace of mind. “I run a boutique business that really focuses on my clients’ goals and helps make the process as smooth as possible while adding a bit of fun to the process,” he says. Connell is proud of the robust business he’s cultivated, saying, “Having a consistent business is really rewarding and gives some stability.” In 2022, Baird & Warner recognized Connell for his professional success by naming him to the company’s President’s Club.

Connell is a water-skiing enthusiast and a huge fan of college football and basketball.