Real estate is meaningful. Ian has always been intrigued by the idea of sanctuary and what it means to acquire, design, and cultivate a beautiful space you can call your own. This developed into a deep appreciation for the very foundation that real estate builds at every stage of life. Before acquiring his real estate license in 2011, he primed himself with a successful career as an executive in home insurance while developing community ties through owning and operating a local retail business. Ian has a great love for Sonoma County and has served on several Sebastopol boards, including the Downtown Association, the Chamber of Commerce, the Entrepreneurs Project, and was an appointed member of the city's Business Outreach Committee. This real-world and broad experience brought a learned perspective so vital when assisting buyers and sellers. As he bought and sold his own real estate, he found the process both exhilarating and "yes, there are those anxious moments." I mean, how does one realistically keep a home show-ready with the most lovable but always shedding Labrador and two young boys? Speaking of two young boys, when Ian isn't in the office, he is passionate about being outdoors with his family. You'll often find him on a local beach, trail, or in Lake Tahoe enjoying time with his wife Stacy, their two sons Hal and Fin, and their yellow lab Willow. Other hobbies include honing his food critic skills at one of our many incredible local restaurants or powering through a Peloton class. In this ever-changing world, our homes have taken on an even more vital and dynamic role in our lives. Whether you're finding the right space to call home or thinking about selling your home, Ian will satisfy your process with proven negotiation, communication, design, and marketing skills to help you realize your goals. He will elevate your Wine Country real estate experience through honesty, integrity, technology, and impeccable service while creating authentic and meaningful relationships for life.