In the mid-1940s, Adolph Ansay, a resident and insurance agency owner in Belgium, Wisconsin, hung up the “OPEN FOR BUSINESS” sign for the Ansay Development Corporation. Adolph always cherished the beauty and resources of this area along Lake Michigan and the hard-working people that made it their home.
A large number of Adolph’s insurance clients were the families that owned and operated the farms throughout this rural area. For many of these families, Adolph became a trusted business advisor because they knew he shared their passion and commitment to preserving the resources and beauty of their farmland. When the time came for many of these families to sell their farms, they would only consider selling their cherished land to Adolph.
It was these relationships and opportunities that allowed Adolph to begin investing in land throughout Belgium and other surrounding communities of Ozaukee County. Adolph saw his investment as an important way to preserve the rich farming heritage so critical to supporting local families and the area’s economy. With fresh memories of the hardships experienced during the Great Depression of the 1930s, Adolph was often heard saying, “The best investment you can make is buying land in Ozaukee County because you will never go hungry if you own farmland.”
In the mid-1940s, Adolph Ansay, a resident and insurance agency owner in Belgium, Wisconsin, hung up the “OPEN FOR BUSINESS” sign for the Ansay Development Corporation. Adolph always cherished the beauty and resources of this area along Lake Michigan and the hard-working people that made it their home.
A large number of Adolph’s insurance clients were the families that owned and operated the farms throughout this rural area. For many of these families, Adolph became a trusted business advisor because they knew he shared their passion and commitment to preserving the resources and beauty of their farmland. When the time came for many of these families to sell their farms, they would only consider selling their cherished land to Adolph.
It was these relationships and opportunities that allowed Adolph to begin investing in land throughout Belgium and other surrounding communities of Ozaukee County. Adolph saw his investment as an important way to preserve the rich farming heritage so critical to supporting local families and the area’s economy. With fresh memories of the hardships experienced during the Great Depression of the 1930s, Adolph was often heard saying, “The best investment you can make is buying land in Ozaukee County because you will never go hungry if you own farmland.”
Our Team
Having founded ADC in 1985, Mike sets the entrepreneurial vision for a company that has helped transform Ozaukee County into a thriving hub of art, industry, and commerce. Decades of experience and a commitment to invest in the local community have led to an extensive record of successful commercial and industrial buildings, business parks, residential homes, duplexes and condos. As a lifelong resident of the area, Mike is committed to giving back by volunteering his free time to a multitude of Ozaukee County charities.
Mike Ansay
Managing General Partner
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Kate is the day-to-day and strategic leader of ADC. During her time directing the company, Kate has overseen the construction of top projects including New Luxembourg, a housing development enveloping the Luxembourg American Cultural Society, and Matthaeus Farms, a 30-home subdivision built exclusively with eco-friendly building materials. Under Kate’s leadership, ADC’s state-of-the-art projects have gained extensive statewide attention. For fun, she enjoys taking care of her dogs, Olive & Phoebe.
Kate Ansay
Operations Director
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Rob brings extensive experience working in the advertising and media world to ADC. He is responsible for setting and guiding the strategy for all owned, earned and paid communications for the company. When he’s not promoting ADC on Facebook or talking to a local newspaper, Rob enjoys attending Marquette University basketball games.
Rob Ebert
Marketing Director
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Ian is the chief architect behind ADC’s future-proof, eco-friendly commercial and residential buildings. He’s also responsible for building relationships with local community leaders and governments to ensure our buildings benefit the residents of each community for years to come. For fun, he enjoys spending time with his son and family.
Ian McCain
Design Construction Manager
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When people talk about a “Jack Of All Trades” they’re actually talking about Chris. Any task needed by ADC’s residential tenants -- no matter how big or small -- is tackled by Chris. With a roll-up-your-sleeves work ethic and can-do attitude, Chris is the friendly face our residents have come to rely on. Chris is also a volunteer firefighter in the Belgium Fire Department.
Chris Schmidt
Property Manager
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Scott is responsible for the banking relationships and management of banking platforms, investment management, strategic planning on financing of new projects, and tax preparation. He ensures all ADC’s partners are fairly represented, paid on time, and have a clear vision of current and future investments. When Scott’s not in the office, you can often find him training for a marathon along one of Wisconsin’s many beautiful trails.
Scott Hellrung
Corporate Finance Manager
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ADC’s longest standing employee, Rick manages the construction of all tenant buildouts, new developments, and commercial property management. He is a licensed inspector and contractor with an in depth and breadth of experience that is unparalleled in the region. If you’ve got a problem, Rick will promptly address your concerns. Rick also enjoys volunteering his time as a Lieutenant on the Port Washington Fire Department and a member of the Dive and Rescue.
Rick Kultgen
Project Manager
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