“Although I honorably served our country to preserve our wonderful way of life, I believe we need to always and continuously strive to be smarter, stronger, and kinder.”
Local or Bust: Why I Only Roll with PNW-Made Everything
Supporting local isn’t just a feel-good slogan—it’s a mission. Back in 2020, I made the call: every vendor I work with had to be local. But I didn’t stop there. I dug deeper—where do they get their materials? Their R&D? Their services? If they’re not feeding back into the PNW ecosystem, they don’t make the cut.
Every client gift I send, every piece of paper I print on, every bit of tech I use to connect with you—it’s all from right here, made by people who are as invested in this region as I am. Even my diet is PNW-sourced (shoutout to our ridiculous number of farmers markets). And yeah, I’m extra hyped that Compass’ cutting-edge tech is built right here too.
Because supporting local isn’t about checking a box—it’s about keeping the PNW thriving.
Social Justice: No Performative BS, Just Real Action
In 2020, I made another call—if you’re not actually about social justice, we’re not doing business. Talk is cheap, so I did the homework. I vetted vendors’ company profiles, mission statements, PR history, and any legal receipts on equality—women, veterans, minorities in the workplace. Then I went deeper—who are the people we work with? Do they stand for something, or just throw buzzwords around?
Bottom line: we only roll with genuinely good humans who walk the walk. And I’m damn proud that my sales manager leads an entire division at Compass dedicated to real inclusion—not just a statement on a website, but actual change.
The PNW is Home—So I Protect It
People love the PNW for the mountain views and fresh air, but for me, it’s deeper than that—it’s about responsibility. We’ve got the cleanest air, the purest water, and some of the most sustainable utilities in the country, and I’m not about to take that for granted.
That’s why my office and home (plus every vacation rental I run) are plastic-free zones, stocked only with 100% plant-based toiletries and cleaners. I shop local-only, skip delivery when I can, and cut my carbon footprint wherever possible. But I didn’t stop there—I also own and operate a conservation holdings company, restoring damaged ecosystems around the PNW.
Honestly? It’s my way of forcing my workaholic self to take a break from real estate—by managing my own real estate. And if anyone ever convinces me to retire (good luck), this is where you’ll find me.
