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BROKER ASSOCIATES

Will Blount

970.275.9689 wewblount@gmail.com

Will’s hometown is Montgomery, Alabama. After receiving his degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 1992, Colorado was calling. After college, Will attended the Midsummer Music Festival in Telluride and fell instantly in love with the San Juan Mountains. During an 8-year stint in Vail, Will met his future wife Jessica, a Telluride native, at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Will and Jessica were married in 2001 and now have three amazing, fun and energetic boys — Owen (16), Baker (13) and Grady (11). In 2006, after earning his real estate license, Will and his family moved to Telluride, where he began his real estate career. Will enjoys skiing, hiking, fly fishing, coaching his boys in hockey, camping with the family and attending music festivals.

Rube Felicelli

970.708.1406 rube@montrose.net

Rube’s hometown is Brooklyn, NY. He is a graduate of Wheeling Jesuit University, WV. He has lived in Mountain Village since 1991. Rube’s community involvement includes serving on Mountain Village Town Council from 1999-2007, Mountain Village Mayor 2007, past president Telluride Council for the Arts, Board President San Miguel Power Association and volunteer for Jazz Festival, Film Festival and Mountainfilm. His honors include Realtor of the Year nominee (2004), Community Realtor of the Year and Elected Official of the Year (2006).

Rube’s perfect Telluride day would be mountain biking single-tracks from Alta Lakes and Prospect Basin with friends or a powder day on Gold Hill

Heather Chase

970.708.0546 heather@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Heather Chase has worked in the real estate, property management, and lodging industry in Telluride since moving to town after completing her B.A. in Business Administration at Washington State University in 2007. Heather joined the team at TREC to leverage the Forbes network of advisors, the dynamic technology, and the truly local expertise offered by the other brokers that are part of the company. Heather is a level 2 CrossFit coach and a regular volunteer at local festivals & non-profit fundraising events; having worked closely with the Telluride Aids Benefit, Telluride MountainFilm, the Ride Fest, Telluride Film Festival, and Telluride Blues & Brews. When not working or volunteering, Heather enjoys lifting weights, going on hikes with her dog, and traveling with her husband, Chris.

Dave Flatt

970.209.0681 dave@daveflatt.com daveflatt.com

Dave’s hometown is Grand Junction, CO. His family includes wife Shari, two grown children, Kami and Eric, and two grandchildren. After 20 years in banking, Dave joined TREC in 1987. Dave also holds a real estate license in Arizona. He has served on Mountain Village Town Council and as Mayor (1995-2003), Director of Mountain Village Metro District (1990-2004), Chairman of Mountain Village Housing Authority (1987-2005) and Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association Board (1987-2005). Dave’s honors include Telluride Association of Realtors’ Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his public service and real estate career.

Andrew Dolese

970.708.3739 andrew@tellurideluxuryhomesandcondos.com tellurideluxuryhomesandcondos.com

Andrew hails from Baton Rouge, LA. In 1994, Andrew decided that he’d had enough of the corporate life so he quit his job as an area restaurant manager in Atlanta and took two months off to travel the Southwest. Telluride was in the middle of that trip, and the rest is history. Andrew’s family includes his long-time partner Linda and their beloved lab Rufus. Andrew is also a graduate of FLC with a degree in finance. He’s been a professional trader since 1998, trading options and currencies. He is also a real estate investor, property manager and Airbnb super host. If he’s not in the office, you can find him exploring our mountains and far-flung beaches and surf breaks around the world.

Thomas Goldsborough

913.593.1300 thomas@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Originally from Kansas City, Thomas has lived in Telluride since the winter of 2019. Thomas graduated from the University of Kansas and had plans to come ski for a winter before going into the real world. Instead, he fell in love with Telluride and its endless opportunities to explore the San Juans. Thomas is an avid skier, hiker and mountain biker and enjoys many other outdoor activities as well. Thomas has been working in real estate since the summer of 2019 and as one of the youngest brokers in the Telluride Association of Realtors, he provides a fresh set of eyes to an ever-changing market.

Ed Entner

970.708.7715 eentner@icloud.com

As 22-year resident and business owner, Ed knows Telluride! He was a founding board member of the Telluride Business Alliance and an active member of the Telluride Merchants Association. His former store is still a unique Telluride destination shopping experience. Ed graduated cum laude from the State University of New York at Albany with a degree in economics. An avid snowboarder, when he’s not in the office you can usually find him on one of his favorite runs: Kantmakm, Sully’s Gully, or Millions. Allow Ed’s business savvy, entrepreneurial work ethic and local’s insight help you live your dream….and make Telluride’s real estate market work for you!

Pam Guillory

970.708.0108 pam@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Raised and educated in the south, Pam lived in the Dallas area for 26 years, working in the corporate world and the Texas university system. In October 2000, Pam moved to Telluride and was humbled by the beauty and welcomed by the locals. She has been a real estate broker in Telluride since 2001 and is proud to say she is a member of the TREC team. Pam has served on the Telluride Association of Realtors since 2009 and served as president 2019-2020. Pam has also been involved with the Telluride Aids Benefit since 2007. She has been volunteering since she arrived in this little canyon, and has come to realize and appreciate the deeply passionate, philanthropic and forward-thinking folks that make this little box canyon such a unique place to call home.

Steve “Stevie” Hilbert

970.708.7376 steviehilbert@gmail.com

Stevie Hilbert was born and raised in Telluride, growing up skiing the mountain and playing soccer, hockey and lacrosse. After 12 years in San Francisco and Encinitas, California working for start-ups, a brewery and selling real estate, he has returned home to the best town in the world! Joining the Hilbert Homes team with his father, Stevie enjoys skiing and playing co-ed hockey, and helping clients find their dream homes while enjoying the wonderful mountain life. He also enjoys hiking and finding hot springs.

Brittany “Bebe” Hinde

970.708.9014 bebehinde@gmail.com

Bebe’s early life was split between Porlock, England, and York, PA. She moved to Telluride in 1997, and graduated from Telluride High School. Before jumping into real estate, she was the Director of Guest Relations at the River Club for nine years. Experienced in real estate and knowledgeable about the Telluride region, Bebe joined TREC in March 2016. She and her husband, Dustin, have two sons, Thatcher and Rye. Bebe and Dustin are proud to raise third-generation Telluriders. She enjoys snowboarding, mountain biking, running, hiking, traveling and Telluride’s foodie scene. She is ready to share the mountain lifestyle with her clients, from showing property to hitting the trails, it’s a full mountain experience not just a sales pitch.

Scott Kelley

970.708.2123 scott@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Scott’s home town is Georgetown, MA, just north of Boston. His family includes wife Tara, Executive Director of One to One Mentoring, and sons

PJ and Brendan. Scott is a graduate of Lyndon State College in Vermont with a degree in Meteorology. Scott started his real estate career in ski country of New Hampshire and then transitioned to the beautiful beaches of Boca Raton, FL. In 2001, after visiting for a family wedding, he, Tara and the boys moved to Telluride and raised the children in this small quintessential mountain town. Scott is experienced in all facets of resort real estate from condos to single-family homes as well as the surrounding mesa properties. He loves skiing, hiking and camping throughout southwest Colorado and Utah.

Shawna LaBorde

970.708.3774 labordeteam@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Shawna was born in Fort Worth, TX, and spent her youth on the lakes of central Texas, playing year round sports, riding horses and exploring the mountains of northern Colorado. She graduated from Colorado State University in 1997 and decided to follow this crazy raft guide she met on a student exchange, and she and her husband Trevor have been in Telluride since 1999, where they have also raised their two boys. Shawna has been a business owner since moving here. Her focus shifted to property management and real estate as she and Trevor realized they could combine their skill sets to better serve their clients needs. Shawna enjoys time with her family, skiing both on mountain and cross country, hiking, SUPing, surfing, rafting, exploring new areas and traveling whenever possible.

Ben Jackson

970.708.1495 bjbkjack@gmail.com telluridebenjackson.com

Ben’s hometown is Montgomery, AL. Ben opened Freewheelin’ Bike & Board in 1989, one of the first snowboardspecific stores in the US, and since has been deeply engaged in the entrepreneurial evolution of Telluride. He’s cultivated over 20 years of real estate relationships and is an expert at representing buyers and sellers. His philosophy is using meaningful market knowledge to ensure his clients are getting the best property available. He’s represented marketsetting regional property sales and led community via the Melee in the Mines, KOTO and Rotary Club. Passionate about skiing, snowboarding and sailing, his greatest joys are his sons Zane and Frank. Ben is consistently one of TREC’s top brokers.

Trevor LaBorde

970.708.1031 labordeteam@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Trevor is originally from Omaha, NE, and then Loveland, CO, where the mountains beckoned him. Graduating from Colorado State University in 1997, he and his wife Shawna moved to Telluride in 1999. He had a previous “life” as a raft guide and ski shop manager and enjoys sharing his love of the area with his clients. He has spent the last 17 years as a property caretaker and construction manager. He and Shawna got licensed in real estate in 2015, so they could provide a great experience for their clients by utilizing their combined local knowledge and resourcefulness. Trevor loves outdoor time, whether it be a good powder day, touring the trails on his dirt bike or mountain bike, or floating both mild and wild rivers. He is a proud involved hockey dad to two boys, Colter and Dylan.

Scot Jones

303.881.0751 scotajones@hotmail.com

Scot’s hometown is Wayzata, MN. He moved to Colorado to attend Regis University in Denver, followed by 15 years on the financial side of real estate as a licensed retail and wholesale mortgage banker. Scot first discovered the beauty of Telluride while attending the Bluegrass Festival in 1996 and fell in love. Upon moving to Telluride in 2008, he became a licensed real estate broker and worked for a developer on a 6,000-acre project just outside of Telluride. With family here since 1998, and as an avid skier, golfer and outdoor enthusiast, Telluride is the perfect place for Scot to call home.

Peter Loomis

970.708.9562 peterwloomis@aol.com

Peter arrived in Telluride in 2001. His experience being a full-time real estate broker and owning a vacation rental company makes him uniquely qualified to represent clients interested in both the real estate and rental sides of the equation. Peter represents both buyers and sellers with residential, commercial, rural and ranch properties. When he’s not assisting clients with real estate transactions, on powder days, you will find him skiing on the mountain. In the summer he will be fly fishing the local rivers or climbing fourteeners. He is appreciated for his dedication, hard work, follow-up and communication with the clients he works for and with.

Alex Martin

970.729.1691 alex@gotelluride.com gotelluride.com

Alex’s hometown is Olathe, KS. He is a graduate of the University of Colorado-Boulder. Alex’s family includes wife Sage and sons Henry and Jake. Alex joined TREC in 2004, working with a select group of highly valued clients and representing projects such as Sunnyside Ranch, Cornerstone, and Brown Dog Ranch. Prior to joining TREC, Alex enjoyed a 14-year sales and management career in litigation support and data storage technology in San Francisco. Alex and Managing Director Jon Dwight have been working together since 2004 and are partners in the Dwight | Martin Team. In his free time, Alex enjoys skiing, hiking, camping, mountain biking and sailing.

Garrett Simon

970.708.1155 garrett@telluridecolorado.net garrettsimon.com

Originally from Florida and Georgia, this University of South Alabama alumnus first arrived in ’98 with his wife and real estate teammate Jessica. Garrett has over 20 years of experience in the area and has carefully curated a team to give buyers and sellers an unparalleled level of expertise, professionalism, & service. Recipient of the coveted Top Producer award in both 2017 and 2018, Garrett is also a member of the prestigious Christie’s Masters’ Circle and was TREC’s Broker of the Year in 2015. Garrett is the proud father of an active 11-year-old son, Taj, and in his spare time he coaches youth soccer, loves skiing with his family, hiking with his dogs, a St. Bernese and a rescued Dachshund mix, and surfing during off-season.

Lisa Nielsen

970.708.0603 lisa@telluridecolorado.net

Lisa has been connecting folks that love Telluride with some of the most amazing properties in the region. She is the JW Group team member responsible for bringing Cuvee to Telluride. Call Lisa to have the inside track on real estate as well as the best vacation rentals in the region. Lisa has a multitude of past experience in real estate sales and development in both Telluride and her native Florida. Lisa has intimate market knowledge from years in luxury property management. She’s an avid skier and hiker, having climbed 57 fourteeners. Lisa also likes spending time with her two dogs, Scooter and Willy.

Marcin Ostromecki

970.708.4119 marcin@gotelluride.com gotelluride.com

Marcin grew up near Milwaukee, WI, and moved to Telluride in 2012 after receiving a BA in Marketing from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. In 2014, Marcin joined TREC and partnered with Jon Dwight and Alex Martin of the Dwight | Martin Team. Marcin’s experience in the resort development and hospitality marketing industries gives him a unique skill set when representing both buyers and sellers. This skill set combined with his dedication to clients ensures they are positioned for success before, during, and after the purchase or sale of their property. His family includes his wife Stacy and their adventurous black lab, Atlas. When not in the office, Marcin can be found skiing, mountain biking, or hiking, usually with Atlas in tow.

Jessica Simon

970.708.1156 telluridejess@gmail.com garrettsimon.com

Jessica and her husband/teammate Garrett found Telluride on the internet in ’98, drove cross-country from the East Coast, and moved here sight unseen. While some thought moving to a hippie ski town was a crazy idea, it turns out to have been a wonderful decision! 20 years later, Jess and Garrett are raising a gregarious 11-year-old son and two wonderful dogs in the Box Canyon that captured her heart more than two decades ago. With a background in property management and an affinity for writing and communication, she loves helping people realize their dream of spending more time in Telluride.

Kiplynn Smith

970.729.1759 kiplynn.smith@gmail.com kiplynnsmith.com

Kip’s hometown is Eugene, OR where she attended school for Nursing. Since moving to Telluride in 2001, she has been involved in property management and rentals, research analysis for a private equity fund, Mountain Village developments, and luxury real estate sales. As a Realtor, her main focus is to provide the highest level of knowledge, insight, and service. She is dedicated to helping people find exceptional properties for extraordinary lifestyles. Kip loves giving back to and connecting with the community as a Telluride Lizard Head Girls’ Hockey coach, state representative for the local Association of Realtors and member of the Planning and Zoning committee for Rico. She also spends time as a Senior Luncheon volunteer and One to One mentor, among other things.

Marc Silbergeld

970.708.0703 silb@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Marc Silbergeld was born and raised in New Jersey. He earned a B.A. from the University of Michigan where he was President of Chi Phi fraternity, and Captain of the Men’s Lacrosse team. After graduating, Marc followed some friends from Ann Arbor out to Telluride where he was captivated by the high mountain peaks. Marc lived in Telluride for two seasons, skied and drove the Galloping Goose bus where he served as an informal ambassador for the town. After teaching English for almost 20 years in New Jersey, he returned to Telluride in 2013 with his wife Tara to raise his children, Langston and Miles. Marc is an active member of the Telluride community, teaching, tutoring, coaching, and volunteering as a deejay at KOTO community radio station.

Chris

Sommers

970.729.2480 chris@chrissommers.com chrissommers.com

Chris Sommers has been a licensed real estate broker with TREC since 2001. His philosophy is simple: the key to success involves combing unparalleled market knowledge with excellent customer service. Building lasting relationships is the background of his approach. Chris enjoys introducing prospective clients to the Telluride community, whether they are seeking upscale and opulent homes, condominiums or ranches, or are the first-time resort investor. His success is achieved through constant communication, utilizing the latest technology of developing market trends and identifying target markets for his clients. Chris was awarded the 2018 Realtor of the Year and Presidential Service Award by his peers and the Telluride Association of Realtors.

Robert

Stenhammer

970.708.7771 robert@telluriderealestates.com telluriderealestates.com

Originally from Minnesota, Robert has enjoyed a 20+-year career in luxury resort, real estate, hospitality and tourism. The former Executive VP of Telluride Ski and Golf resort (TSG), Robert has chosen to bring his passion for Telluride and for real estate to TREC. He currently acts parttime as Office of the CEO for TSG, performing government affairs and staying informed on community issues. He serves on the Telluride Historical Museum Board and several Mountain Village HOAs. He holds a BA in Business and an MBA in hospitality and tourism. Robert makes Mountain Village home with his wife Heidi and has two daughters in Colorado Universities. Robert’s favorite question: “How can I assist you today?”

Andrew “Drufur”

Williamson

970.729.2112 drufur@yahoo.com

Andrew hails from Athens, AL. After working for Crimson Tide Hospitality in the Skyboxes at Bryant-Denny Stadium for eight years, he joined a friend to train to become a river guide for the summer in North Carolina. There he met friends who came to Telluride during the winter to work. After hearing their testimony about Telluride, the box canyon became his destination the following winter. He began working with the ski resort and guiding on whitewater rivers all over the US. His passion is people and the outdoors.

Kimberly Corrigan

970.728.1604 kimberly@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Kimberly hails from the east coast of North Carolina and began her career as a Broadcast Journalist, serving resort areas like Wilmington, Pinehurst, the Outer Banks and Florence, Italy. Working with creative agencies on Fortune 500 accounts, Kimberly traveled the country as video producer for IBM, as well as top creative recruiter and Division Director for Robert Half International. After starting her own video production company, Kimberly brought her love for camping and the outdoors to Ouray and Telluride. A proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she played Volleyball (Go Heels!), you can also hear Kimberly on the air at 95.5 Mountain Chill Radio and KOTO FM.

Sarah Stogner

970.728.1610 sarah@telluriderealestatecorp.com

Sarah’s hometown is Bayfield, WI. Her family includes 14-year-old son Evan and fur-baby Roxy. She received her BBA in Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She came to Telluride in 1997 to spend a winter season. She not only discovered that summers in Telluride are just as delightful as winters, but found it to be such an amazing community, blessed with natural beauty and incredible people, she made it her home. Her experience includes ten years as a licensed real estate assistant before joining TREC in 2012. Sarah enjoys skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, camping, and weekends at the lake with her family.

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