meet our team

bluebird associates

Meet the best and most experienced real estate brokers in Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley! Bluebird associates live a culture of keeping the interests of our clients our highest priority by delivering exceptional marketing and focusing on successful results. Happy clients are a result of attentive listening, diligent care and making the transaction a pleasant and lasting experience.

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Cynthia Wolff

Cynthia has been involved in real estate her entire life! She even had a real estate license her senior year of high school as her family owns a well-established brokerage in Houston. After graduating from Tulane, Cynthia attained her law degree from Louisiana State University and specialized in real estate. Enjoying life in Crested Butte for over 17 years, Cynthia loves the outdoors including hiking, skiing, and wildflower tours. She has competed in ten marathons and relays approaching 200 miles. In addition, Cynthia is community minded. She has served on the Mt. Crested Butte Metropolitan Planning Commission, the board for the Center for the Arts, and she is a current board member of the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley. Cynthia has two daughters who have who have chosen to now call Crested Butte home.

c 970.901.8184 cynthia@bbre1.com

Joel Vosburg

The Mountain Office Team

Joel is a family man with two grown kids who love to explore the mountains and go on world adventures with him due to their growing up in Crested Butte. With a big heart for real estate and service, Joel is a partner with Charlie Farnan in the Mountain Office, a 30 year market leading team. He has served as Titan Booster Club President and is currently on the board of Living Journeys, a cancer support group in our community.

“Joel provides truly tremendous service and has impeccable knowledge about the real estate market in the CB area.” — Mickie Bragalone

“His knowledge and expertise are exceeded only by his sound judgment and wisdom. We trust him, and we value his personal friendship and professional service.” — M. King

c 970.209.1581 jvosburg@mountainoffice.com mountainoffice.com

Ross Tunkey

Originally from Miami, Florida, Ross moved to Crested Butte in 2000 and has been working as a licensed Colorado real estate agent in the Gunnison valley for the past 16 years. He has extensive experience in residential, luxury, commercial, income and local deed-restricted properties.

Ross’s hobbies and recreational interests include playing music, outdoor adventuring, and being an active member of our community. He has volunteered and worked with various local non-profits including the Adaptive Sports Center, Crested Butte Arts Festival, Mountain High Music Festival and Tough Enough to Wear Pink.

In 2009 Ross was selected by the Town of Mt. Crested Butte to be the town’s agent for the sale of their newly constructed Prospect Homestead subdivision. An awardwinning Realtor, he has successfully helped many full-time residents and second homeowners alike.

c 970.209.9046 ross@bbre1.com

Dalynn Trujillo

Dalynn is passionate about her work and athletic activities, including golf, hunting and mountain biking. As a youth, she was a nationally ranked BMX racer! Her clients appreciate her persistence and dedication as well as her fun energy. Dalynn has been selling real estate for 19 years and has lived in Crested Butte for 30 years. While working for Prudential Real Estate, Dalynn won the President’s Circle award 3 years in a row, which is given to the top 7% of the 44,000 real estate agents licensed with Prudential. She was also in the top 6% for sales volume in Gunnison County in 2020.

“Dalynn was the best realtor we have worked with in Crested Butte. Not only did she sell 6 new townhomes for us when no other realtor could sell them, she turned around and sold our mountain home in a matter of a few short months. Her expertise in the area, her willingness to work and her determination and ethics are unmatched by any other realtor in the area. We would not consider working with anyone else!” — Maureen and Keith Gamble

c 970.596.3397 dalynn@bbre1.com dalynntrujillo.com

Joe Summerville

Joe has a passion for the outdoors which brought him to Crested Butte ten years ago after graduating from Indiana University. Like other Crested Butte locals, he had planned on being here for one ski season which now has transpired into a lifetime love for Crested Butte and the mountain lifestyle. Joe’s appreciation for helping others has landed him in the real estate industry. Providing a top level experience to clients is his highest priority. Joe’s creative thinking process, detailed market knowledge and an innate desire to help others make Joe a great choice for all of your Crested Butte real estate needs.

“Joe Summerville and Trevor Bona were our listing agents for an undeveloped residential lot in the Crested Butte, CO market. Joe and Trevor are true professionals in every aspect of agent representation. They were able to bring a full ask offer within the first two weeks of the listing. Additionally, the listing required some unusual navigation through the county and stringent HOA requests. Joe and Trevor never lost focus and seamlessly produced a timely closing. They come with my highest recommendation and I will be using them again!” — Michael and Tiffany Jenkins

c 805.708.8086

c 970.901.0950 joe@bbre1.com

Jordi Sendra

Jordi is passionate about helping his clients, whether looking to find their second dream home, invest in property, or helping folks who wish to relocate to this valley as his family did almost 30 years ago. He has an extensive understanding of the local market as it has been his home base all his life. Jordi’s top priority is ensuring clients feel comfortable, confident, and proud of their decision to go with Bluebird for their real estate needs. This is demonstrated through his competent professionalism, energetic personality, and loyal dedication. At the end of the day, Jordi is there for you as your broker, and will continue to be there as your friend.

“I have been consistently impressed by Jordi’s integrity, customer service and his performance on the job. His interpersonal and communication skills allowed him to excel at the job. Jordi possesses the ultimate “can do” attitude while taking on all tasks with a positive energy and a smile. His upbeat personality and engaging personal style enabled him to build natural rapport with me throughout the process.” — Robin Smith

Jenna May

Jenna’s passion for adventure and travel landed her in Crested Butte in 2015. After graduating from The University of Texas, she biked 4,600+ miles to Alaska to raise money for cancer research. Passionate about cultures outside her own, she pursues learning and societal experiences to strengthen her understanding of all people. Through hard work, dedication and a commitment to excellence, she is in the top 15% of producers in all of Gunnison County and has experienced the fastest sales growth rate at Bluebird.

“Jenna takes the extra steps to make certain that all aspects of the deal have been taken care of and provided us with much peace of mind.” — Brett P.

“I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a strong agent in your corner.” — Andrew K.

c 970.901.3601 jenna@bbre1.com jennamayrealestate.com

Lisa Lenander

Lisa’s passion for downhill skiing is what brought her to Crested Butte in 1983 and the ability to be outdoors as much as possible has kept her here. Patience, understanding and integrity are the attributes Lisa brings to her real estate profession. She enjoys helping her clients navigate the local real estate market. Many of her clients have become friends and get together to enjoy skiing, golfing and hiking. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Gunnison/Crested Butte Association of Realtors and the Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce and currently serves on the Mt. Crested Butte Planning Commission.

“...we worked together as a team, persevered, and landed the home of our dreams. It is evident that you take the quality of your work personally as you always looked at the entire process through the buyer’s eyes. Your contacts and reputation in CB, as well as your guidance, were huge in getting processes moved quickly and on-time relative to the contract timelines.” — John and Tracy

c 970.209.1603 lisa@bbre1.com crestedbuttecoproperty.com

Jenny Knox

Jenny moved to Crested Butte in 1992 from Houston. Being a highly motivated professional, she built her career in the real estate business by establishing a very successful start-up title operation in Crested Butte, serving as President until selling to Stewart Title. She expanded her capabilities to specialize as a multi-faceted real estate agent dedicating her extensive experience to the needs of her clients. She absolutely enjoys working with clients to satisfy their goals while establishing a high-quality experience. She is dedicated to providing her buyers and sellers the professionalism and attention they deserve. She loves giving back to the community by volunteering and supporting various nonprofit organizations such as the Adaptive Sports Center, Tough Enough to Wear Pink and the Center for the Arts. In her spare time, Jenny enjoys the spectacular outdoor arena through hiking, skiing, golfing, and photography.

c 970.596.3402 jknox@bbre1.com propertiesincrestedbutte.com

Patti Hensley

Originally from the Southeast, Patti arrived in Crested Butte ten years ago for the endless recreational opportunities and chose to stay because of the close-knit community. In fact, she learned to ski as a young girl at one of the southern-most ski areas in the US, located in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina. Patti chose a career in real estate to combine a passion for beautiful mountain properties with her innate desire to bring people together in our community. Whether she’s volunteering with a local non-profit organization or searching for your next legacy property, Patti is very resourceful and creates an upbeat and engaging experience.

“We could not have asked for a better guide and expert than Patti. She was on top of every task, immediately responsive to every call or text, and ensured we knew what we needed to accomplish at every step. She truly wanted what was best for us and not simply to close a deal. Bonus - she is very friendly and has a great motivating energy.” — Jarred & Jessica

c 404.403.7648 patti@bbre1.com pattihensley.com

Natalie Hatchett

As an industry innovator and seasoned real estate agent, Natalie recognizes and values her client’s trust in her. She strives every day to exceed their expectations and make every transaction simple and fun.

Natalie’s real estate career began in 2005. Since then, she has been a Top Producing agent in Dallas, Texas for over a decade. Real Estate is her passion, so it has been a natural evolution to bring her work to Crested Butte, a town she treasures. Whether you’re looking for a second home or year-round mountain retreat, she has an extensive network of clients and colleagues to help make that happen.

She loves all things Crested Butte, the crisp mountain air, beautiful vistas and incredible community. Let her share the CB magic with you! She is here to make selling or buying a home as exciting as possible because what is more thrilling than owning a piece of paradise?!

c 469.733.6442 natalie@bbre1.com

Charlie Farnan

The Mountain Office Team

A third generation Colorado native from the Denver area, Charlie graduated from Western Colorado University, in Gunnison Colorado. He remains active in his lifelong passion of teaching skiing, including 15 years as the Ski School Director at CBMR. A partner of over 30 years with the Mountain Office, he is currently selling Crested Butte’s finest neighborhoods, including Aperture and Augusta Park. Charlie has a lifetime of relationships from years of working with buyers and sellers. He is a master of connecting people with CB and their homes in paradise.

“My wife and I have known Charlie for several years, so he was our first call when we decided to buy a home in town. Thanks to Charlie’s knowledge of the community and relationships with architects and contractors, we were able to make the best decision for our family. Based on our experience, we will turn to Charlie for all our real estate needs in the future and would enthusiastically recommend him to anyone looking for a home in Crested Butte.” — Jeff and Jen Fahrenbruch

c 970.209.0609 cfarnan@mountainoffice.com mountainoffice.com

Dan Estey

Dan is a top producing professional and an avid mountain bike rider. Having moved from Boulder, Dan has logged miles from CB to as far away as New Zealand. Dan is a native of Maine and has a business degree from the University of Colorado Boulder. Known for his attention to detail, he is also an expert in and owner of investment properties.

“…very professional and helpful on the entire sales process of our house and very easy to work with.” — Richard and Brad Ferree

“In over 40 years of buying and selling real estate, Dan Estey is by far the best agent with whom we have ever done business.” — Deb Besemer

c 303.913.2357 dan@bbre1.com

Bet Egelhoff

Bet hails from a small town near Barcelona, Spain, and came to Crested Butte when she was 16 as an international high school student. After graduating from Colorado State University, Bet spent five years working as an agent in the fast-paced and competitive real estate market of the Denver area, and has developed the skills and knowledge to navigate through any market conditions and negotiate successfully. After recently moving back to Crested Butte, Bet enjoys all the adventure and beauty that is at her fingertips every day. You can find her running or biking on the trails, hanging out by a peaceful lake or a river, on top of a mountain, skiing, or playing outside with her husband, their son and their dog.

“I have never met anyone who will work harder for a client than Bet. Not only is she committed to complete customer satisfaction, she makes the process easy to understand and enjoyable! There is no one I would trust more with my home.” — Holly W.

c 970.306.5556 bet@bbre1.com betegelhoff.com

Maggie Dethloff

Maggie, a caring community member who is passionate about all the mountains have to offer, has lived in Crested Butte since 1987. Maggie has over 20 years of local real estate experience and is consistently among the top realtors in the county. Maggie’s top priority is developing strong relationships where her clients feel fully supported. Maggie’s relatability and reliability combine well with her established local real estate career to drive results.

Outside of work, Maggie enjoys time with her grown kids, reading a good book, playing hockey, hiking, skiing and volunteering. Giving back to the community is very important to Maggie. She is currently a member of the local Rotary Club, serves on the Crested Butte South Metro District Board, and has a handful of favorite local charitable causes she is passionate about.

“Maggie is the best realtor we’ve ever had. She is extremely knowledgeable both in handling the complexities of real estate transactions and understanding the local real estate market. It took us a long time to find a new home but Maggie enthusiastically stuck with us! Anyone would be lucky to have Maggie as their real estate agent.” —B & M Hall c 970.209.7880 maggie@bbre1.com crestedbuttenow.com

Jennie Barry

Assistant to Maggie Dethloff

Jennie came to the Gunnison Valley in the fall of 1997 to attend Western Colorado University. She fell in love with the area and never left. For several years she worked in the Group Sales Office at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Needing a change from the resort industry, she jumped into real estate. For four years, she worked as the Office Manager at Bluebird Real Estate. Her passion for real estate inspired her to get her license. Jennie is expanding her career by assisting Maggie Dethloff with the process of clients buying and selling real estate. Jennie’s true passion for helping others will pave the way for wonderful years ahead in the real estate business.

“Jennie is passionate about her work and always brings a positive “can-do” attitude. She is a team player that develops strong relationships with both co-workers and clients. Jennie was a joy to work with!” — Suzanne B.

c 970.275.0223 jennie@bbre1.com

Trevor Bona

There isn’t much Trevor doesn’t love to do. He is a true outdoor enthusiast. Trevor is also a professional drone pilot and a partner with Bluebird for aerial media. His friendly nature and passion for real estate show through his lasting relationships with his clients.

“Trevor is the best realtor in Crested Butte. He is the most responsive and communicative realtor I’ve ever had the pleasure of dealing with. From the beginning of my search to closing, he assisted in every aspect of my property acquisition. I’m so happy I used Trevor because my transaction was a bit complicated and could not have gone through without him. He will bend over backwards to make sure that every facet of your vision (transactional and nontransactional) will be a success. Not only did he have excellent knowledge of current market conditions, but he also stepped in to help coordinate remodel plans so that I could begin renovating my townhouse the day I moved in. He is beyond a realtor; he is also a Crested Butte Tour Guide and a connected individual who can refer you to any type of specialist you need in town, real-estate related or other. I hope to buy more properties with him in the future.” — Mike Thornhill

c 970.319.5092 trevor@bbre1.com

Jana Barrett

Ever since her parents have gone on ski vacations, Jana has had a love for skiing. After growing up in Stillwater and attending Oklahoma State University, Jana headed to the mountains over 35 years ago! With 31 year’s experience selling real estate in the Crested Butte area, Jana’s love of real estate came from her parents who built spec homes, sold real estate and developed subdivisions in and around Stillwater. Jana is a consistent top producer, which has led to recognition annually with numerous awards throughout the years. Jana’s expertise ranges from luxury homes and ranches to new construction and condominiums throughout the valley. Jana, her husband and 2 college-age sons have truly enjoyed the great outdoors. From waterskiing to snow skiing and even elk and moose hunting, Jana has experienced it all.

“Jana worked tirelessly to find the perfect place for us. She has extensive experience in the valley and knows how to guide clients toward the best properties. She always responded quickly to calls/emails, and we would happily recommend her to future clients.” — D.K.

c 970.209.9510 jana@bbre1.com buycrestedbutte.com

Diane Aronovic

Diane moved full-time to Crested Butte after living in New York, San Francisco and London and enjoying having a second home in Crested Butte. As a former Wall Street trader, Diane is well versed in handling complex and sophisticated transactions. Her knowledge and expertise in the valley serve her clients well.

“I would recommend her to any client who seeks a capable realtor with a great personality, wonderful sense of humor, and an unwavering can-do attitude.” — Fred Paladino

“Diane was exceptional and we highly recommend her. She did a masterful job and handled a delicate situation with ease…..We highly recommend Diane to anyone who is looking for real estate anywhere around Crested Butte.” — Bobby Martin

c 970.209.0405 diane@bbre1.com crested-butte-realty.com

Karen Allen

A 42 year resident, Karen feels Crested Butte is an incredibly beautiful and special place to live, work and play in every season. With 22 years as a real estate professional, Crested Butte continues to give her great pleasure to introduce her customers to a lifestyle that is both rich and rewarding, many of whom become good friends in the process.

“She always made us feel like we were her top priority. We never felt pressure from Karen…only optimism, positive thoughts and support.” — Robert Welch and Shawn Zarecki

“We greatly appreciate the work you did on our behalf regarding our purchase in Skyland. Your professionalism, attentiveness to detail, and sound advice gave us a great sense of comfort throughout the mostly virtual process.” — Robby and Kelly Robinson

c 970.209.2668 karen@bbre1.com

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Brian Cooper

As a top-producing real estate professional in the Gunnison Valley, Brian joins Bluebird Real Estate as they launch their new Gunnison office location. Brian has vast experience in marketing and selling residential, investment and commercial properties across Colorado. Consistently placing his clients’ needs first, Brian provides top-notch professional service with honest advice and opinions. By implementing today’s cuttingedge technologies, clients’ needs are always met with a quick response and absolute professionalism.

“I simply cannot say enough good things about Brian! First and foremost, he is a top-notch realtor - he knows his business and the Gunnison valley market inside and out. It was such a pleasure working with him from start to finish. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend Brian to anyone who needs a realtor in the valley - you will be in excellent hands!” — Lori J.

c 970.275.8022 brian@bbre1.com gunnisonproperty.com

Steve Mills

Steve first came upon Crested Butte in 1979 and soon after, it became home. In 1980 he opened a sports store on Elk Avenue. Then in 1991, he transitioned into a career in real estate. He served as a board member on the first Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce during his time in Crested Butte. In 1996, he and his three children moved down valley to Gunnison, where he resides to this day. While living in Gunnison, he has volunteered on the Cattlemen's Days board and has served as a president (2015) and board member (2006-2019) for the Gunnison/Crested Butte Association of Realtors.

In the warmer months, you will catch Steve pursuing his passion for road cycling, hiking and backpacking. In the colder months, you will see Steve touring around his favorite trails on his Nordic skis. Steve would love to show you around the valley he has loved to call home for many years!

c 970.596.0292 steve@bbre1.com

Bobby Overturf

Bobby grew up in Colorado Springs and attended college in Denver. He always knew he wanted to make his way further west to the Gunnison valley. His dream became a reality in 2015, when he was able to call Gunnison home. His local knowledge, understanding of the real estate market, and connection to the community are what make Bobby an asset to the Bluebird team.

One of the reasons Bobby finds this place so special is the endless opportunity to explore the outdoors. Whether it’s skiing, biking, hiking, fly fishing, or hunting, it’s hard to beat this mountain lifestyle. Every season has something to offer and these small towns have big hearts. Bobby would be honored to help find the perfect home for you!

c 719.216.2524 bobby@bbre1.com

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Mary Hakala

Marketing Coordinator

Mary was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. In 2016, she moved to Gunnison, Colorado, to attend Western Colorado University as a Graphic Design major. After graduating, Mary led several mission-based projects for non-profit organizations in the Crested Butte/Gunnison area. Mary loves to spend time outdoors with friends, skiing, mountain biking, climbing, or backpacking in her free time. Mary has a strong passion for design and is excited to contribute to Bluebird’s exceptional marketing. She believes that outstanding design can help foster the connection between agents, clients, and the community, creating an impactful experience.

c 210.827.1984 mary@bbre1.com

Alex Owen

Office Manager

Alex was born and raised in Southeast Texas and has been visiting Crested Butte since she was a child. In the summer of 2019, she finally decided to make the move and is thrilled to now call this valley home. Alex was a licensed agent for over four years in Texas and is so excited to have found her way back to the world of real estate. Alex loves spending time out on the trails hiking and snowshoeing and enjoying the year-long beauty this place has to offer. As a mom, she also appreciates the incredible school district and the safe, close-knit community we have here.

Every real estate transaction is as special and unique as the parties involved and Alex is excited about the opportunity to help serve both our agents and their clients.

c 409.718.2059 alex@bbre1.com

Bud Bush

Principal

Bud and his wife, Nancy, met when they were in high school chemistry class together in Houston, before settling in Dallas to raise their two boys. Bud enjoys everything outdoors as well as writing music and poetry. He sold real estate and managed several real estate offices in Dallas for nearly thirty years, prior to founding Bluebird. Bud is driven by creative marketing, inspired agents and happy clients.

c 970.922.8550 bud@bbre1.com

This Could Be Your View

Augusta Park’s six elevated homesites showcase the most incredible mountain vistas in the Town of Crested Butte, including a protected view corridor of Paradise Divide. These oversized lots are on the north side of town accessible from Pyramid Avenue, and are ideally located a few blocks from Elk Avenue and the top-ranked K-12 Crested Butte Community School. This neighborhood also features the Slate River public boat launch, the River Trail connecting to the Crested Butte Recreation Path, the Pyramid Avenue sledding hill, and it’s only 2.5 miles to Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

Only six homesites available!