Kathryn Shafer has been a licensed Realtor since 1990. She was the owner of her own Real Estate Brokerage before joining the Keller Williams- Beverly Hills office in early 2012. During her time as an owner she expanded her brokerage into two offices with over 100 agents. Kathryn’s commitment to training and mentoring in business is also reflected in her personal life. She enjoys mentoring youth with the LAPD in their after school programs and the Los Angeles Youth Network for homeless youth. She actively sells real estate throughout the Los Angeles market and gets a large amount of her business by assisting companies with corporate relocation projects. Kathryn’s skills and background make her truly special and we are proud to have her as a part of our family!

Mark Alan Bua is CEO of The Home Front Group at Keller Williams Realty. He has over 15 years of Real Estate experience and 25 years of experience in marketing and advertising in media. Mark has mentored and coached some of the Top Agents in Real Estate today. In 2010 his team was featured as #1 in “Top Agent Magazine” in the San Fernando Valley. Mark’s commitment in “paying it forward” by teaching, coaching and mentoring has made him one of the most sought after in his organization. Mark’s motto is “the secret to success in this business is to never stop learning.”

Veronica has has enjoyed her real estate career for almost 10 years. She has taken delight in living on the Westside for more than 30 years. She has experience with successful residential and commercial real estate transactions, assisting a range of clientele, from first time homebuyers to seasoned investors. She also believes that, real estate is a “helping” profession. Real estate transactions can often be complex but guiding buyers and sellers through the purchasing process and helping them achieve their dreams are truly rewarding experiences. Veronica loves sharing her experiences with every person that enrolls in CA Realty Training. She focuses on providing everyone with an opportunity to learn, grow and succeed in their new career. She is also very proud to be part of the CA Realty Training family.

Renee Despins has been a successful licensed Realtor for over thirty years, and is now working full time with Keller Williams Hollywood Hills. Renee boasts a prominent background that includes having run her own thriving real estate company. She has achieved an admirable reputation and outstanding sales record developing and selling hundreds of properties in Green Bay, Wisconsin, her original home, New York City and the Hamptons where she lived for many years. Renee is a devoted and caring professional who loves being a student of real estate and a Trainer. She enjoys imparting her seasoned business expertise, extensive market knowledge and keen sense of value. Throughout her multi-faceted life, Renee has also enjoyed success as a best-selling author, a film and commercial actress and a stand up comic! Renee’s commitment to training and mentoring in business is reflected in her personal life. She enjoys quality time spent with her four grandchildren, children and their significant others. We are excited to have Renee as a part of the CA Realty Training family!

Scott Butler is a licensed Broker with Bedrock Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Beverly Hills. Scott has successfully closed deals for everyone from first time home buyers and savvy investors to sellers at all different price points. Prior to his work in real estate, Scott enjoyed a rewarding and diverse career that included teaching English in Japan, as well as positions with Fortune 500 Companies including American Express and Xerox. He is also a published author and public speaker. Scott’s sense of civic responsibility shined bright as he served for thirteen distinguished years as a member of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and four years as Police Captain for the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles. Scott has successfully negotiated hundreds of deals and disputes, and was recognized with a position on the Beverly Hills Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors (BHGLAAR) Arbitration and Grievance Board. His highly regarded conflict resolution skills and passion for deal making, allow Scott to search for a positive outcome creating a scenario where both parties regularly walk away pleased with the final result. Scott’s vast experience and amazing accomplishments make him an outstanding trainer. We are very proud and excited to have him as a part of the CA Realty Training family!

Joe has been in the real estate industry for over 13 years. He started his career in the San Fernando Valley and now works full time in Los Angeles. Throughout the years, Joe had the pleasure of mentoring many successful agents. He has specific expertise in short sales, income properties and commercial real estate transactions. Joe has developed and owned multiple businesses, which has made him an excellent communicator, business leader, and a powerful negotiator. Joe is very excited about joining the CA Realty Training family, and is thrilled to give back and share his knowledge with every enrollee.