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M EET O UR S TAFF O F P ROFESSIONALS Rick Cox - Broker rickcox13@hotmail.com Rick grew up in a real estate family receiving his first license and working with his father at Van Cox Real Estate in Wichita, Kansas. This was 1965. Moving to Florence in the early 70’s he started working for Coast Real Estate in 1977. He has been fortunate to be both active and a participant in the growth and changes of Florence ever since. His local knowledge and relaxed style make the complex business of real estate an enjoyable adventure. When he and physician Clare Brien are not working on their rural coastal cabin and tree farm, they can be found riding their bicycles enjoying the many advan- tages and beauty of life on the central coast. Alice Sichting-Burns - Broker alice@cbcoast.com Born & raised on the Oregon Coast, Alice knows that the Florence area is a great place to retire or raise a family. You can raft the lakes, fish the river, ride the dunes or just relax and watch the sunset over the ocean. She is a grandma of 4, PTA Lifetime Achievement Recipient, Siuslaw School District employee 32 years, retired Volleyball, Track & Baseball coach and very proud to be a part of the Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate Team. “I would love to help you find your own piece of our local paradise. And remember, It’s another beautiful day on the Oregon Coast”. Wanda Johnson - Broker wanda@cbcoast.com Mike and Wanda Johnson moved to Florence from Santa Cruz, California in 1980. When people ask how they could leave Santa Cruz, they say that Florence reminded them of Santa Cruz when they were kids. Mike’s early years were spent in west Eugene, however, where his family owned a cherry orchard. He dreamed of moving to Florence from that time. Mike is a General Contractor as well as a Broker. Wanda and Mike bring 40 years of joint business ownership and management with them, specializing in com- mercial as well as new construction and residential sales. Mike and Wanda have a personal and thorough knowledge of the local and surrounding area. Stacey Teter For the past 10 years Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate clients have enjoyed coming into the office to be greeted by Stacey and her warm caring smile. She loves working at Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate and couldn’t imagine a bet- ter group of people to work with! When Stacey is not assist- ing clients, she loves to spend time with her family at home, camping or attending her sons’ sporting events. Chuck Gesik - Principal Broker chuck@cbcoast.com A native Oregonian, born in Oregon City and raised on the coast. Chuck migrated to Ventura County in southern California in 1962, founded and managed Channel Islands Amusement, a coin operated music, amusement and vend- ing company. After selling the business in 2000, Chuck moved to Florence and settled down. In his spare time he enjoys cooking, reading, woodworking and his one real pas- sion, restoring old jukeboxes. Mike Johnson - Broker mike@cbcoast.com Mary Simpson - Broker simpson@oregonfast.net Mary has lived in Florence for over 35 years with more than 25 of those in real estate sales. Her family all lives nearby, which she is thankful for. Mary and her husband are active in the local Elks lodge, which they really enjoy and have met many new friends. Give Mary a call and she can tell you all about the wonderful things that Florence has to offer and help with all your real estate needs. 20 • Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate • Winter 2016-2017 Dennis Pease DLPease@gmail.com Dennis has been a local real estate broker for the past 10 years and several before that in the Las Vegas area. He is an experienced broker who has quickly hit his stride since joining Coast last year. He is already an integral part of the office chemistry and team here at Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate. Pamela Yarbrough - Principal Broker pam@cbcoast.com Pam has enjoyed the great state of Oregon since 1992. Pam’s lifelong dreams have come true, to live on the Pacific West Coast and to have a successful career in real estate. Each day in Florence offers us a gift…recreation, many friends, business associates, an extraordinary place to live. If you’re thinking of making a change, I would love to help you out with your real estate needs. See ALL of Florenceʼs listings at www.cbcoast.com