Reggie Kuipers, SIOR

President
Office/Land Specialist

Email Reggie
Direct: (605) 782-1663
Cell: (605) 496-2966

For over 15 years, Reggie has been committed to making a positive impact on his clients’ business endeavors beyond transactions.

Reggie Kuipers is a distinguished professional in the field of commercial real estate, currently serving as the president of Bender Commercial. He began his journey by graduating from the University of Sioux Falls in 2006, where he played on the men’s golf team. Holding a degree in business administration with minors in finance and marketing, Reggie’s educational foundations proved instrumental in shaping his career.

Reggie gained sales and real estate experience in both the Omaha and Sioux Falls insurance and property management markets. His enthusiasm and expertise led him to join Bender Commercial in 2010, marking a pivotal moment in his career. In 2013, Reggie achieved the role of principal and by 2015, he had attained the prestigious Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) designation, reflecting his commitment to excellence and deep understanding of the industry. In 2021 he assumed the role of president.

Known for his passion, dedication, and humor, Reggie enjoys helping his clients navigate the complex world of commercial real estate.

Fun Facts

Outside of his professional successes, Reggie’s interests encompass golfing and reading, but his greatest joy is spending quality time with his family. Reggie has been married to his wife Chelsea since 2008; together they are blessed with three children and a beloved dog.

  • My parents own a furniture and appliance store in Platte, SD.

  • A perfect day for me is spent with family at Lake Pickerel or out in a field around Platte, SD (God’s Country).

  • I started self-serve bait and mowing businesses at 12 years old.

  • I ran a full marathon with my wife.

  • Once, I golfed 27 holes with a broken neck the day after an ATV accident.

  • My dad and my father-in-law are my role models.

Community Involvement

  • Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors: Present
  • Events Center Advisory Task Force (Vice Chair): 2022-Present
  • Central Church, Board of Trustees: 2021-Present
  • South Dakota Chamber of Commerce Economic Summit: 2019-Present
  • Young Professionals Network (YPN) Steering Committee: 2011-2017
  • Co-Chair YPN Crossroads Summit: 2017
  • Dakota Business Finance Board of Directors (Chair): 2013-2016
  • Downtown Sioux Falls Advisory Committee: 2011-2014
  • Leadership Sioux Falls Graduate: Class of 2012