CommonGround
Summary
CommonGround is a farmland leasing and sales platform streamlining transactions for all stakeholders. By creating a dual-sided marketplace, it expands access for farmers while maximizing returns for landowners through competitive bidding. Brokers and farm managers benefit from GroundOS, a B2B SaaS solution that digitizes operations and facilitates land auctions. With major land brokers like Mossy Oak and LandGuys onboard, CommonGround has already facilitated $2 million in land leases, increasing landowner returns by 40%.
Investors
Team
Chris Baumann Co-founder and CEO
Chris Baumann is the co-founder and CEO of CommonGround, a digital marketplace transforming farmland transactions. With a background in construction management from Illinois State University, he has a passion for real estate, investment, and connecting buyers and sellers. Based in Morton, Illinois, Chris has served on the Morton Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Council, dedicated to supporting his local community.
Brad Belser Co-founder and President
Brad Belser is the co-founder of CommonGround, a digital marketplace transforming farmland transactions. With over 20 years of experience as a land broker, Brad specializes in tillable and recreational land sales. He earned his degree in marketing and business management from Iowa State University. Brad is passionate about educating landowners and facilitating transparent land deals. He co-founded CommonGround to connect landowners, farmers, and brokers, enhancing access and fairness in the farmland market.
