Danielle Dowell, Founder
Arianna Esper, Broker
Madeline Ackerlund, Transaction Coordinator & Broker
Tanner Peterson, Broker
Kimberly Bowman, Broker
Tom Casey, Broker
Tim Knipper, Broker
Lauren Ward, Broker
Danielle Knighton, Broker
Jeff Shandling, Broker
Farah Kothari, Broker
Ashlee Chung, Broker
Michelle Herz, Broker
Driven by a passion for learning, leadership and creating opportunities, Danielle Dowell founded the DoWell Group at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices of Illinois after beginning her real estate career as an assistant. Eager to master every facet of the real estate industry — including brokerage, operations, development and investing — Dowell quickly became a notable force in city, suburban and select out-of-state markets.
Dowell’s vision for the DoWell Group centers on collaboration, energy and professionalism. Her team stands out in Chicago’s competitive market by delivering top-tier service with an approachable and relatable touch. While Dowell specializes in luxury listings and new construction properties, her commitment to service extends throughout her team, which regularly assists first-time homebuyers and rental clients.
Thriving on the strength of its people, the DoWell Group is a collective force of high-performing professionals. Madeline Ackerlund, the team’s operations manager, ensures seamless processes. Arianna Esper serves as Dowell’s trusted partner and right-hand assistant. Rising star Tanner Peterson continues to deliver impressive results, while Kimberly Bowman is a Gold Coast expert. Danielle Knighton and Farah Kothari lead in the North Shore and western suburbs. Tim Knipper, Lauren Ward, Kyaira Kimble, Tom Casey and Jeff Shandling cover key city and suburban areas as well as the team’s commercial division.
The DoWell Group’s excellence is consistently recognized. Dowell’s team has been featured on Crain’s Top 100 Influential Teams list from 2016 to 2024, has received the Chicago Association of Realtors’ top 1% producer award and has earned Platinum Producer status at Berkshire Hathaway since 2012. Dowell has also been featured in CS Modern Luxury’s Dynamic Women issue, Chicago Agent’s Who’s Who in Real Estate edition and Luxe Interiors and Design’s Power Players issue for 2022.
