I have an unparalleled, in-depth, localized perspective of the real estate market state-wide, paired with Sotheby’s International Realty’s world-wide connection and exposure. I understand that there is an art to selling fine homes — every home and property has a story, and I bring that story to life, artfully connecting beautiful homes with wonderful people. EXPERTISE
A top producer at Aloha Sotheby’s International Realty, year after year, I have been recognized for my excellent production performance. I have the privilege of selling some of the Big Island’s most prestigious properties, but my expertise extends across all Hawaiian islands, and property types, giving an unparalleled in-depth perspective, a unique edge, and the ability to present my clients with localized information as well as real-time, accurate market overviews and analyzed data. Although I have participated in some of the Big Island’s distinguished sales, I have clients and properties in varied price ranges. My client list includes real estate and other industry executives, and Kamaʻāina families. Before my real estate career, I worked in the executive search business, partnering with Fortune 500 companies to secure C-level, executive talent. It is there that I honed my negotiating skills, discrete approach to client service, business savvy, and conviction rooted in exceeding expectations. DESIGN
A passionate, experienced, and gifted home stager and designer; both interior, landscape, and gardening, I treat every space as a unique portrait, telling stories through artful, welcoming design. My eye for beauty constructs a luxurious visual narrative that inspires an emotional connection for the buyer to the property, making properties more marketable, and frequently selling homes faster and for higher prices than unstaged homes. Married to a hotelier, together we have lived all over the country, and 20 out of the 30 years of marriage have been relocating to the Hawaiian Islands. Having bought, designed, renovated, and sold homes on each of Hawaii’s major islands (and many on the mainland), I bring a wealth of knowledge in construction, remodeling, landscape architecture, home design, and staging properties — all of which I put to work to benefit my clients. APPROACH
I am known to be authentic, transparent, unconventional, and accountable. I offer outstanding results and local expertise paired with Sotheby’s International Realty’s global exposure, serving my clients with dedication and excellence. Key to my successful transactions is having a unique perspective, integrity, the ability to analyze data with context, and a sense of humor. Simply put, I believe client service is treating others as you would have someone treat you. VIGNETTE
I grew up on the East Coast, but have lived most of my time in Hawai’i. I now live on the Orchid Isle, and as an avid orchid hobbyist, I am most at home here. My blooming plants are often seen making cameo appearances in my listing photos. For fun, cultivating unusual plants, spoiling my beloved dog, and travel with family feed my soul. Destinations generally revolve around learning more about indigenous animals, local culture and cuisine. Some of my favorite locations have been Africa, Australia, Italy and Fiji. A confirmed believer in their mission, my favorite charitable group to support is the North Hawaii Hospice. I have sponsored tables at the spring tea event in Waiki’i Ranch, and for several years have shaken margaritas at their golf tournament at the Mauna Kea Resort.
