Elaine is the VP of Development for Tharp Investments with more than 25 years experience in commercial real estate and development. Elaine is uniquely qualified to be our VP of Development. Her previous positions with Tharp have provided Elaine with a thorough knowledge and understanding of our entire property operations.  She is responsible for all steps of our development projects; contract negotiation, brokerage, implementation, execution, construction, and delivery of all Tharp development projects. As well as advising other areas of the company.

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She joined Tharp Investments right after graduating from college. Elaine worked as an Account Manager, Property Manager, Construction Project Manager, and Leasing Agent. Elaine joined the Tharp team in 1997 and her experience in all facets of our operations provides Elaine with a unique, both sides of the desk insight and understanding for both our tenants and for Tharp Investments.

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Elaine attended Lutheran High School of Indianapolis and graduated with Honors. And as a member of the National Honors Society, she received an academic scholarship from the American Business Women’s Association. She attended the internationally known, IU Kelly School of Business. Elaine graduated with a BS in Marketing and Management with a focus on Finance and International Business.