Tom Geoffroy – Chief Investigator

After leaving his home state of Rhode Island, Tom Geoffroy began a journey that included service in the Air Force with two years at the Air Force Academy, a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, and 12 years employment as a mechanical engineer. Tom followed that with 20 years restoring damaged properties as a contractor and company co-owner at one company and Vice-President at another.

Tom is currently the Chief Investigator & Owner of Branch Property Investigations and has been growing the company and services offered since 2015. Tom is a Certified Master Inspector and holds multiple industry certifications and licenses in the areas of Residential & Commercial Inspections, Radon Testing, Mold Testing, Thermography, & Microbial Remediation. Tom currently serves as Vice President and Treasurer of the Midwest Association of Home Inspectors. He was licensed as a General Contractor (15 years). Tom is licensed as a Radon Measurement Provider by the Minnesota Department of Health. Tom also assists as an expert in cases related to microbial damage, water & fire damage, and other types of property restoration.

Tom now lives in Chanhassen with his wife Shelly and enjoys spending time with their combined four children spread around the USA. He serves in ministries at his church and is in leadership roles at two non-profit organizations.

Todd Nelson – Home Inspector

Todd grew up in Minneapolis and received his BS in Business Administration from Metropolitan State University. He has enjoyed working in the IT industry for the past 22 years and even still takes on some consulting business. Todd’s lifelong passion for working on homes and understanding all the systems involved led him to explore home inspecting. His technical background, innate curiosity and keen eye for detail make him a natural in this industry!

Todd is a certified NACHI home inspector and holds several professional IT certificates. Todd is also licensed as a Radon Measurement Provider by the Minnesota Department of Health. 

Todd currently lives in Eden Prairie. He enjoys spending time with his family, bicycle riding, auto/bike/home repair, remodeling, woodworking, assisting friends with projects, and just about anything outdoors!

Daniel Haugh – Home Inspector

Daniel grew up in southern Minnesota and has enjoyed working in and around homes his whole life. He began his career working in the family-owned businesses of window manufacturing, commercial construction, and solar installation.

He went on to pursue degrees in music education and music production and worked as a music director in the cruise-line industry for several years before returning to MN where he spent three years working in the plumbing and sewer industry.

In 2015, Daniel bought his first home in St. Paul and enjoys taking care of it.

Daniel is a certified NACHI home inspector. In addition to inspecting, Daniel works part-time as a handyman and also teaches private music lessons. He enjoys good coffee, good coffee shops, good films, and interesting conversations. Daniel is an incredible asset to our team!

Eleisia McGuire – Business Development Manager

Eleisia (El-lee-sha) is a Wisconsin native but received her BA from the University of St. Thomas where she studied English, Spanish and Business. She began her career at a large technology consulting firm and worked there for five years before leaving to work on the home front. While nurturing her kiddos was job #1, she began a freelance career working with many local businesses. From graphic design and photography to marketing and web management, Eleisia brings creativity and drive to every new challenge.

Eleisia is hard at work behind the scenes at Branch Property Investigations but also works to ensure our clients and realtor partners receive a top-notch experience.

Eleisia lives in Eden Prairie with a super-sweet pooch named Maisy and has two young adults who she couldn’t possibly love more!