July 2022 Boulder County Real Producers

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A Note Community From the Event: Publisher Ring in the Spring

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REALTORS® Community toEvent: Watch: Meet in Thom Ring the Sandrock Spring & Julie Lockwood

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Sponsor Community Spotlight: Event: MidFirst Ring in the Spring

Perkins Detail Cleaning Service • PerkinsDCS@Gmail.com • 915-270-3216 https://nextdoor.com/pages/perkins-detail-cleaning-service-brighton-co

We are a professional, affordable & dependable cleaning service you can trust Services: • We Specialize in Deep Cleans • Property Management Turnovers • Picture Ready Detained Cleans • Move-in/Move-out Detailed Cleans • Carpet Care (Shampooing) • Organizing Specialist • Calcium Deposit Removal • Disinfecting Services (for Covid and other cold/flu microorganisms)

What is E-Waste, and Why Is It So Important?

Feature Home: 2035 95th St.

Giving Back: Green Wagon Project

If you are interested in contributing or nominating REALTORS® for certain stories, please email us at john.mendez@realproducersmag.com.

DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views of The N2 Company d/b/a Real Producers but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within the Boulder County Real Producersmagazine are not endorsed or recommended by The N2 Company or the publisher. Therefore, neither The N2 Company nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies.

Quality Craftsmanship that stands the test of time!

Services: • Handyman & Carpentry Services • Install Wood and LVP Floors • Interior Repairs/Maintenance • Build Decks & Pergolas • Junk Removal • New Construction/Post Construction Clean up • Power Washing

Owner Operated • Free Quotes • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Satisfaction Guaranteed

Omega Carpentry • Omega.PerkinsJr@Gmail.com • 915-249-9020 https://nextdoor.com/pages/omega-carpentry-brighton-co 2 • July 2022

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Boulder County Real Producers • 3

TA B L E O F

CONTENTS 06 22

A Note Community From the Event: Publisher Ring in the Spring

10 22

REALTORS® Community toEvent: Watch: Meet in Thom Ring the Sandrock Spring & Julie Lockwood

14

16 22

18

20

Sponsor Community Spotlight: Event: MidFirst Ring in the Spring

Perkins Detail Cleaning Service • PerkinsDCS@Gmail.com • 915-270-3216 https://nextdoor.com/pages/perkins-detail-cleaning-service-brighton-co

We are a professional, affordable & dependable cleaning service you can trust Services: • We Specialize in Deep Cleans • Property Management Turnovers • Picture Ready Detained Cleans • Move-in/Move-out Detailed Cleans • Carpet Care (Shampooing) • Organizing Specialist • Calcium Deposit Removal • Disinfecting Services (for Covid and other cold/flu microorganisms)

What is E-Waste, and Why Is It So Important?

Feature Home: 2035 95th St.

Giving Back: Green Wagon Project

If you are interested in contributing or nominating REALTORS® for certain stories, please email us at john.mendez@realproducersmag.com.

DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views of The N2 Company d/b/a Real Producers but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within the Boulder County Real Producersmagazine are not endorsed or recommended by The N2 Company or the publisher. Therefore, neither The N2 Company nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies.

Quality Craftsmanship that stands the test of time!

Services: • Handyman & Carpentry Services • Install Wood and LVP Floors • Interior Repairs/Maintenance • Build Decks & Pergolas • Junk Removal • New Construction/Post Construction Clean up • Power Washing

Owner Operated • Free Quotes • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Satisfaction Guaranteed

Omega Carpentry • Omega.PerkinsJr@Gmail.com • 915-249-9020 https://nextdoor.com/pages/omega-carpentry-brighton-co 2 • July 2022

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PREFERRED PARTNERS

This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a trusted real estate affiliate. Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the businesses sponsoring your magazine.

These local businesses are proud to partner with you and make this magazine possible. Please support these businesses and thank them for supporting the REALTOR® community!

AIR CONDITIONING Squeaks Services (303) 280-5765 www,squeaks services.com ARCHITECTURE Rodwin Architecture Scott Rodwin 1245 Pearl St., Ste. 202 Boulder, CO 80302 (303) 413-8556 RodwinArch.com BANK/FINANCE MidFirst Bank 840 Pearl Street Boulder, CO 80302 (303) 376-3820 www.midfirst.com

CLEANING SERVICES Perkins Detail Cleaning Service Denise Perkins (915) 270-3216 nextdoor.com/pages/ perkins-detail-cleaningservice-brighton-co/ CORPORATE AND CLOSING GIFTS Select Global Wines Caren Goodman (303) 484-8116 www.selectglobalwines.com FLOORING McDonald Carpet One (303) 449-0011 mcdonaldcarpetone boulder.com

HANDYMAN/WOOD CRAFTSMAN Omega Carpentry Omega Perkins, Jr (915) 249-9020 nextdoor.com/pages/ omega-carpentry-brighton-co HEATING & COOLING Meyers Heating & Air, Inc. (303) 442-6640 meyersheatingac.com HOME INSPECTION Beagle Home Inspections LLC. (303) 731-6891 beaglehomeinspections.com Inspections Over Coffee (303) 500-3378 InspectionsOverCoffee.com INSURANCE AGENCY State Farm - Team Sisler Marc Sisler (303) 993-6067 www.teamsisler.com INTERIOR DECORATING & DESIGN 2212 Design Inc Laura Akahoshi PO Box 641 Longmont, CO 80502 (720) 791-4800 www.2212design.com MORTGAGE LENDER Highlands Mortgage Carrie Nash (303) 478-7696 www.CNASH.com

MEET THE BOULDER COUNTY REAL PRODUCERS TEAM

PRESSURE WASHING Premier Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing Nick Casso (303) 564-5574 premierwindow cleaningdenver.org John Mendez

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Peak Property Management at Re/Mex Elevate Terri Ellerington (303) 974-5477 www.peakpm elevated.com

Publisher John.Mendez@ realproducersmag.com 303-596-1685

Liv Berger

Photographer theheadshotgal.com (312) 208-1305

Amanda Maughmer Photographer pinkpoppymedia.com (720) 320-0213

Kim Ash

Ad Manager ads.colorado@n2pub.com

If you are interested in contributing or nominating REALTORS® for certain stories, please email us at John.Mendez@realproducersmag.com.

DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views of The N2 Company d/b/a Real Producers but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within the Boulder County Real Producers magazine are not endorsed or recommended by The N2 Company or the publisher. Therefore, neither The N2 Company nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies.

ROOFING Roof Check Inc. (303) 678-7828 Roof-Check.com TITLE INSURANCE First American Title Insurance Company 4940 Pearl East Circle, Ste 104 Boulder, CO 80301 (303) 449-8442 FirstAmColorado.com WINDOW CLEANING Premier Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing Tyler Byrne (303) 564-5574 Premierwindow cleaningdenver.org

Terri and her team are wonderful. I have had the pleasure of being their client for nearly a decade now and their level of service continues to amaze and inspire me.

Peak Property Management is extremely responsive and proactive. Things are handled before I ever know it's a problem. When they need my input they make it as easy as possible for me. I can't imagine owning rental properties without them. ~ Cameron White-Ford, Elevations CU

O V E R 2 2 Y E A R S M A N AG I N G R E A L E S TAT E

Wes & Terri Ellerington | (303) 929-8116 info.peakpm@elevated-team.com peakpmelevated.com 4 • July 2022

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PREFERRED PARTNERS

This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a trusted real estate affiliate. Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the businesses sponsoring your magazine.

These local businesses are proud to partner with you and make this magazine possible. Please support these businesses and thank them for supporting the REALTOR® community!

AIR CONDITIONING Squeaks Services (303) 280-5765 www,squeaks services.com ARCHITECTURE Rodwin Architecture Scott Rodwin 1245 Pearl St., Ste. 202 Boulder, CO 80302 (303) 413-8556 RodwinArch.com BANK/FINANCE MidFirst Bank 840 Pearl Street Boulder, CO 80302 (303) 376-3820 www.midfirst.com

CLEANING SERVICES Perkins Detail Cleaning Service Denise Perkins (915) 270-3216 nextdoor.com/pages/ perkins-detail-cleaningservice-brighton-co/ CORPORATE AND CLOSING GIFTS Select Global Wines Caren Goodman (303) 484-8116 www.selectglobalwines.com FLOORING McDonald Carpet One (303) 449-0011 mcdonaldcarpetone boulder.com

HANDYMAN/WOOD CRAFTSMAN Omega Carpentry Omega Perkins, Jr (915) 249-9020 nextdoor.com/pages/ omega-carpentry-brighton-co HEATING & COOLING Meyers Heating & Air, Inc. (303) 442-6640 meyersheatingac.com HOME INSPECTION Beagle Home Inspections LLC. (303) 731-6891 beaglehomeinspections.com Inspections Over Coffee (303) 500-3378 InspectionsOverCoffee.com INSURANCE AGENCY State Farm - Team Sisler Marc Sisler (303) 993-6067 www.teamsisler.com INTERIOR DECORATING & DESIGN 2212 Design Inc Laura Akahoshi PO Box 641 Longmont, CO 80502 (720) 791-4800 www.2212design.com MORTGAGE LENDER Highlands Mortgage Carrie Nash (303) 478-7696 www.CNASH.com

MEET THE BOULDER COUNTY REAL PRODUCERS TEAM

PRESSURE WASHING Premier Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing Nick Casso (303) 564-5574 premierwindow cleaningdenver.org John Mendez

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Peak Property Management at Re/Mex Elevate Terri Ellerington (303) 974-5477 www.peakpm elevated.com

Publisher John.Mendez@ realproducersmag.com 303-596-1685

Liv Berger

Photographer theheadshotgal.com (312) 208-1305

Amanda Maughmer Photographer pinkpoppymedia.com (720) 320-0213

Kim Ash

Ad Manager ads.colorado@n2pub.com

If you are interested in contributing or nominating REALTORS® for certain stories, please email us at John.Mendez@realproducersmag.com.

DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views of The N2 Company d/b/a Real Producers but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within the Boulder County Real Producers magazine are not endorsed or recommended by The N2 Company or the publisher. Therefore, neither The N2 Company nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies.

ROOFING Roof Check Inc. (303) 678-7828 Roof-Check.com TITLE INSURANCE First American Title Insurance Company 4940 Pearl East Circle, Ste 104 Boulder, CO 80301 (303) 449-8442 FirstAmColorado.com WINDOW CLEANING Premier Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing Tyler Byrne (303) 564-5574 Premierwindow cleaningdenver.org

Terri and her team are wonderful. I have had the pleasure of being their client for nearly a decade now and their level of service continues to amaze and inspire me.

Peak Property Management is extremely responsive and proactive. Things are handled before I ever know it's a problem. When they need my input they make it as easy as possible for me. I can't imagine owning rental properties without them. ~ Cameron White-Ford, Elevations CU

O V E R 2 2 Y E A R S M A N AG I N G R E A L E S TAT E

Wes & Terri Ellerington | (303) 929-8116 info.peakpm@elevated-team.com peakpmelevated.com 4 • July 2022

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Boulder County Real Producers • 5

a note from the publisher

hello

BOULDER COUNTY REAL PRODUCERS

HAPPY (FOURTH OF) JULY! Six months into the year, and what a year it has been already. From the Marshal Fire to fires near NCAR, hot temperatures starting to build, a major snowstorm in May, 1200 Superior and Louisville homeowners looking for a new homes, record low inventory, and interests on the rise. What could be more interesting for local REALTORS® for the balance of the year?

Some economists are predicting a slower economy in the fourth quarter; some are predicting interest rates reaching into 6%+.

How will these affect you and your business? With a shortage of new homes available today and with so many people looking for new homes, we (Boulder County) may not be as affected as other parts of the country.

If you have comments – concerns regarding Q-3 or Q-4 that you would like to share with your Boulder County peers, please send them to us. We will reference the article coming from you as we get 6 • July 2022

some additional “local” thoughts on what concerns us the most. Send your comments to John.Mendez@RealProducersmag.com.

The issue of the rankings comes up every quarter; how is it derived, and why are some REALTORS® rated higher than others? The rankings are based on production numbers YTD for production in Boulder County only. If you had sales outside of Boulder County, they are not pulled into our Rankings pages. This magazine is provided to Boulder County REALTORS® that have the highest production numbers, those with most transactions.

Another issue that comes up a lot is— how do we choose who is featured? Those featured are nominated by a peer or someone in the real estate industry via an email or phone call to us. This eliminates us choosing one group/firm over another and has us featuring high producers, Rising Stars, and REALTORS® to Know to include as many REALTORS® as possible and at all levels in their career or production status. We receive some very heartfelt nominations and try out best to bring out the uniqueness of each REALTOR® featured. There is no charge or cost to being featured, no sitting

fee for the photos, and we provide a few copies of the issue along with the ability to purchase reprints of just their article if someone chooses. If you have someone that you feel represents the best of the best in Boulder County — nominate that person today. Simply send us an email telling us why you feel they should be featured, and we’ll take it from there.

Know that we share your email with the person you’re nominating, so they will know it was you who nominated them!

Thank you for letting me be a part of the Boulder County community of REALTORS®; it is both an honor and a privilege to be the publisher.

Regards, JOHN MENDEZ Boulder Real Producers John.Mendez@RealProducersmag.com 303- 596- 1685 @realproducers

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a note from the publisher

hello

BOULDER COUNTY REAL PRODUCERS

HAPPY (FOURTH OF) JULY! Six months into the year, and what a year it has been already. From the Marshal Fire to fires near NCAR, hot temperatures starting to build, a major snowstorm in May, 1200 Superior and Louisville homeowners looking for a new homes, record low inventory, and interests on the rise. What could be more interesting for local REALTORS® for the balance of the year?

Some economists are predicting a slower economy in the fourth quarter; some are predicting interest rates reaching into 6%+.

How will these affect you and your business? With a shortage of new homes available today and with so many people looking for new homes, we (Boulder County) may not be as affected as other parts of the country.

If you have comments – concerns regarding Q-3 or Q-4 that you would like to share with your Boulder County peers, please send them to us. We will reference the article coming from you as we get 6 • July 2022

some additional “local” thoughts on what concerns us the most. Send your comments to John.Mendez@RealProducersmag.com.

The issue of the rankings comes up every quarter; how is it derived, and why are some REALTORS® rated higher than others? The rankings are based on production numbers YTD for production in Boulder County only. If you had sales outside of Boulder County, they are not pulled into our Rankings pages. This magazine is provided to Boulder County REALTORS® that have the highest production numbers, those with most transactions.

Another issue that comes up a lot is— how do we choose who is featured? Those featured are nominated by a peer or someone in the real estate industry via an email or phone call to us. This eliminates us choosing one group/firm over another and has us featuring high producers, Rising Stars, and REALTORS® to Know to include as many REALTORS® as possible and at all levels in their career or production status. We receive some very heartfelt nominations and try out best to bring out the uniqueness of each REALTOR® featured. There is no charge or cost to being featured, no sitting

fee for the photos, and we provide a few copies of the issue along with the ability to purchase reprints of just their article if someone chooses. If you have someone that you feel represents the best of the best in Boulder County — nominate that person today. Simply send us an email telling us why you feel they should be featured, and we’ll take it from there.

Know that we share your email with the person you’re nominating, so they will know it was you who nominated them!

Thank you for letting me be a part of the Boulder County community of REALTORS®; it is both an honor and a privilege to be the publisher.

Regards, JOHN MENDEZ Boulder Real Producers John.Mendez@RealProducersmag.com 303- 596- 1685 @realproducers

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HOME STYLING

that sells

A stunning and enduring impression will ensure your listing stands above the competition. Our staging designs highlight the best features of the home and help potential buyers see themselves living in the space. This emotional connection is often the difference between a good offer and a great offer.

At 2212 Design Inc, we don’t just furnish homes, WE FURNISH VALUE.

 VACANT HOME STAGING  LUXURY AND MODEL HOME STAGING  SHORT TERM / EXECUTIVE RENTAL STYLING  OCCUPIED HOME CONSULTATION  PROJECT MANAGEMENT (RENOVATIONS/REPAIRS)  RE-DESIGN (STYLE-TO-STAY)

www.2212design.com 720.791.4800 Style2Sell@2212Design.com 8 • July 2022

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HOME STYLING

that sells

A stunning and enduring impression will ensure your listing stands above the competition. Our staging designs highlight the best features of the home and help potential buyers see themselves living in the space. This emotional connection is often the difference between a good offer and a great offer.

At 2212 Design Inc, we don’t just furnish homes, WE FURNISH VALUE.

 VACANT HOME STAGING  LUXURY AND MODEL HOME STAGING  SHORT TERM / EXECUTIVE RENTAL STYLING  OCCUPIED HOME CONSULTATION  PROJECT MANAGEMENT (RENOVATIONS/REPAIRS)  RE-DESIGN (STYLE-TO-STAY)

www.2212design.com 720.791.4800 Style2Sell@2212Design.com 8 • July 2022

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REALTORS® to watch

By Carolyn Gombert Photos by Amanda Maughmer | pinkpoppymedia.com | (720)-320-0213

M EET

THOM SANDROCK & JULIE LOCKWOOD As Thom Sandrock begins his day, he takes in the Front Range through a unique lens. Coffee in one hand and computer in the other, he absorbs real estate market reports. He compares mean and median housing prices and notes any increases or decreases in property values.

Thom’s attention to numbers, consistent focus on market trends, and real estate experience have all made his brokerage, Sandrock Real Estate, a go-to business for buyers and sellers across Boulder County.

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Thom’s keen eye for the technical elements of real estate can be traced back to his childhood in Ohio.

“Growing up, my Dad was an architect,” says Thom.

Throughout his formative years, Thom’s family lived in almost a dozen different homes. His Father bought the properties with the intention of flipping them. Thom helped his Dad remodel each home. “I remember sanding trim from a young age—I didn’t really have a choice,” jokes Thom. Thom’s Mother, who is Greek, also brought architectural influence to the family routine. “Whenever we would go to Greece, we would check out architectural tours,” reflects Thom. @realproducers

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REALTORS® to watch

By Carolyn Gombert Photos by Amanda Maughmer | pinkpoppymedia.com | (720)-320-0213

M EET

THOM SANDROCK & JULIE LOCKWOOD As Thom Sandrock begins his day, he takes in the Front Range through a unique lens. Coffee in one hand and computer in the other, he absorbs real estate market reports. He compares mean and median housing prices and notes any increases or decreases in property values.

Thom’s attention to numbers, consistent focus on market trends, and real estate experience have all made his brokerage, Sandrock Real Estate, a go-to business for buyers and sellers across Boulder County.

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Thom’s keen eye for the technical elements of real estate can be traced back to his childhood in Ohio.

“Growing up, my Dad was an architect,” says Thom.

Throughout his formative years, Thom’s family lived in almost a dozen different homes. His Father bought the properties with the intention of flipping them. Thom helped his Dad remodel each home. “I remember sanding trim from a young age—I didn’t really have a choice,” jokes Thom. Thom’s Mother, who is Greek, also brought architectural influence to the family routine. “Whenever we would go to Greece, we would check out architectural tours,” reflects Thom. @realproducers

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of returning to the Midwest, Thom handed in a letter of resignation and relocated to Boulder.

Several weeks after his move to the Front Range, Thom began a new job with another finance firm. During this time, Thom also crossed paths with his now-wife, Ellie.

“We met on a blind date within two months of my move to Boulder,” says Thom. The couple, who have been married for 17 years, have taken on the adventure of life together.

Not long after Thom settled into his work as a financial analyst in Boulder, he returned to school at the University of Colorado. This time, for a degree in music where he graduated first in his class. It was during this period that he founded Guitar Boulder, a music studio offering guitar and bass lessons to members of the community.

As Ellie and Thom welcomed their first son Nathan (11) into the world, it was Ellie who encouraged Thom to give up his job in finance. By the time the couple’s second son Andrew (9) arrived, Thom developed a rhythm of stay-athome-Dad duties by day and music instruction by night.

Thom launched Sandrock Real Estate in March 2020. With the backdrop of the pandemic, Thom held on and remained optimistic. “Showings were shut down right as I started the business,” he reflects. But with Thom’s attention to the market and his strong business background, it wasn’t long before Sandrock Real Estate got off the ground.

Today, Thom’s team includes his wife Ellie as well @realproducers

Ellie has a keen eye for the legal elements of the real estate business. With a Master of Studies in Law from the University of Colorado Law School, Ellie drafts leases and looks over contracts for the brokerage. “She is the one in charge of the books and is the one who keeps me in line,” says Thom with a laugh.

Julie rounds out the Sandrock team. Julie’s family is close to Thom and Ellie’s family, with their kids being in the same grade at school. Like Thom, Julie wore a different hat before becoming an Associate Broker. She spent two decades in the technology world as a project manager (coincidently enough, she also graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in business and attended the University of Colorado where she earned her MBA).

Her natural leadership and ability to translate between different arenas has been an asset to her work in real estate.

In 2018, Thom earned his real estate license and began working for Colorado Highlands Realty as an Associate Broker. In between property sales, Thom was still teaching guitar lessons and sitting for real estate examinations. “On the day of my two-year anniversary, I became a Managing Broker.”

While Thom planted the seed for his real estate career in Ohio, Boulder County is where, decades later, it took root.

In the late 1990’s, Thom completed a dual degree in finance and philosophy at The Ohio State University. Upon graduation, he worked as a financial analyst at Bank One (now Chase) analyzing fiduciary investments for trust clients.

Just over a year into his position, Thom headed west. “I came out on a snowboarding trip and absolutely fell in love with the area and the mountains,” he says. Within a month

as two licensed agents, Julie and Brad. Each member of the team brings a unique skillset and energy to the brokerage.

Brad, who joined Sandrock Real Estate in 2021, has a wealth of experience in the real estate business. He focuses primarily on commercial real estate. His expertise in this area builds on his time at the Burns School of Real Estate at University of Denver, where he received a degree in Real Estate and Construction Management.

As Nathan and Andrew began school, Thom began looking for a way to be home for dinner with the family. While real estate may not seem like a logical jump to some people, the transition was an easy one for Thom. “I do feel like there is a lot of cross over between music and real estate,” he says. He compares the emotional problem solving he has shared with countless students to the life transitions he supports for home buyers and sellers.

“When I am with clients, I feel like I am better at reading them, knowing their needs, and listening to their ideas,” Thom says. His sphere in the music world has also been a huge resource in his new role as a Managing Broker. “I’ve had four students buy properties from me because they trust me,” he says.

Thom’s parents built a foundation for their son that served as a springboard for his entry into Colorado’s real estate business. “So many people in our industry have a good eye for staging, but they’ve never put in a sewer or had to divert water with a sump pump,” says Thom. While working with has Dad, Thom did everything from fixing toilets to installing electrical wiring. He can see through the surface elements of a home to its bones. Thom’s comprehensive understanding of the structural integrity of a house and his intimate knowledge of the market are a powerful combination. “Having a realtor who knows whether a property is a good investment is key,” he says.

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IF YOU PAY IT FORWARD, IT ALWAYS COMES BACK TO YOU.

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Julie sees relationships as a key element of business. “A lot of times real estate is an emotional decision,” she says. She enjoys working with her clients to envision their future. She sees real estate as an investment opportunity as well as a way to support one’s lifestyle and goals. Julie also joined the Sandrock team in 2021.

Sandrock Real Estate is a home-grown, home-based Boulder County business. “We are a family-owned brokerage that is community based,” says Thom. “We strive to be a local agency dedicated to providing the best service to our clients.” Thom and his team live out the community mantra that the brokerage places front and center.

Thom and Julie’s husband Todd coach flag football for their sons.

You can find both of their families on football, soccer, and lacrosse fields throughout the Front Range, as well as at local restaurants, events, and trails. They also enjoy camping and biking together.

Thom and his team not only seek to immerse themselves in the community, but they are also committed to giving back. One of the many organizations to which Thom donates serves individuals with Sturge Weber Syndrome. A dear friend’s son was diagnosed with the disease, which involves abnormal formation and growth of blood vessels and is often associated with seizures. Sandrock Real Estate works with the organization to purchase gifts for closings. “If you pay it forward, it always comes back to you,” says Thom.

In two short years, Thom and his team have built Sandrock Real Estate from the ground up. “It’s been an amazing ride. I feel super blessed and lucky,” he reflects. With the company’s community roots and commitment to its clients, the business is only at the beginning of many opportunities to come.

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of returning to the Midwest, Thom handed in a letter of resignation and relocated to Boulder.

Several weeks after his move to the Front Range, Thom began a new job with another finance firm. During this time, Thom also crossed paths with his now-wife, Ellie.

“We met on a blind date within two months of my move to Boulder,” says Thom. The couple, who have been married for 17 years, have taken on the adventure of life together.

Not long after Thom settled into his work as a financial analyst in Boulder, he returned to school at the University of Colorado. This time, for a degree in music where he graduated first in his class. It was during this period that he founded Guitar Boulder, a music studio offering guitar and bass lessons to members of the community.

As Ellie and Thom welcomed their first son Nathan (11) into the world, it was Ellie who encouraged Thom to give up his job in finance. By the time the couple’s second son Andrew (9) arrived, Thom developed a rhythm of stay-athome-Dad duties by day and music instruction by night.

Thom launched Sandrock Real Estate in March 2020. With the backdrop of the pandemic, Thom held on and remained optimistic. “Showings were shut down right as I started the business,” he reflects. But with Thom’s attention to the market and his strong business background, it wasn’t long before Sandrock Real Estate got off the ground.

Today, Thom’s team includes his wife Ellie as well @realproducers

Ellie has a keen eye for the legal elements of the real estate business. With a Master of Studies in Law from the University of Colorado Law School, Ellie drafts leases and looks over contracts for the brokerage. “She is the one in charge of the books and is the one who keeps me in line,” says Thom with a laugh.

Julie rounds out the Sandrock team. Julie’s family is close to Thom and Ellie’s family, with their kids being in the same grade at school. Like Thom, Julie wore a different hat before becoming an Associate Broker. She spent two decades in the technology world as a project manager (coincidently enough, she also graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in business and attended the University of Colorado where she earned her MBA).

Her natural leadership and ability to translate between different arenas has been an asset to her work in real estate.

In 2018, Thom earned his real estate license and began working for Colorado Highlands Realty as an Associate Broker. In between property sales, Thom was still teaching guitar lessons and sitting for real estate examinations. “On the day of my two-year anniversary, I became a Managing Broker.”

While Thom planted the seed for his real estate career in Ohio, Boulder County is where, decades later, it took root.

In the late 1990’s, Thom completed a dual degree in finance and philosophy at The Ohio State University. Upon graduation, he worked as a financial analyst at Bank One (now Chase) analyzing fiduciary investments for trust clients.

Just over a year into his position, Thom headed west. “I came out on a snowboarding trip and absolutely fell in love with the area and the mountains,” he says. Within a month

as two licensed agents, Julie and Brad. Each member of the team brings a unique skillset and energy to the brokerage.

Brad, who joined Sandrock Real Estate in 2021, has a wealth of experience in the real estate business. He focuses primarily on commercial real estate. His expertise in this area builds on his time at the Burns School of Real Estate at University of Denver, where he received a degree in Real Estate and Construction Management.

As Nathan and Andrew began school, Thom began looking for a way to be home for dinner with the family. While real estate may not seem like a logical jump to some people, the transition was an easy one for Thom. “I do feel like there is a lot of cross over between music and real estate,” he says. He compares the emotional problem solving he has shared with countless students to the life transitions he supports for home buyers and sellers.

“When I am with clients, I feel like I am better at reading them, knowing their needs, and listening to their ideas,” Thom says. His sphere in the music world has also been a huge resource in his new role as a Managing Broker. “I’ve had four students buy properties from me because they trust me,” he says.

Thom’s parents built a foundation for their son that served as a springboard for his entry into Colorado’s real estate business. “So many people in our industry have a good eye for staging, but they’ve never put in a sewer or had to divert water with a sump pump,” says Thom. While working with has Dad, Thom did everything from fixing toilets to installing electrical wiring. He can see through the surface elements of a home to its bones. Thom’s comprehensive understanding of the structural integrity of a house and his intimate knowledge of the market are a powerful combination. “Having a realtor who knows whether a property is a good investment is key,” he says.

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IF YOU PAY IT FORWARD, IT ALWAYS COMES BACK TO YOU.

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Julie sees relationships as a key element of business. “A lot of times real estate is an emotional decision,” she says. She enjoys working with her clients to envision their future. She sees real estate as an investment opportunity as well as a way to support one’s lifestyle and goals. Julie also joined the Sandrock team in 2021.

Sandrock Real Estate is a home-grown, home-based Boulder County business. “We are a family-owned brokerage that is community based,” says Thom. “We strive to be a local agency dedicated to providing the best service to our clients.” Thom and his team live out the community mantra that the brokerage places front and center.

Thom and Julie’s husband Todd coach flag football for their sons.

You can find both of their families on football, soccer, and lacrosse fields throughout the Front Range, as well as at local restaurants, events, and trails. They also enjoy camping and biking together.

Thom and his team not only seek to immerse themselves in the community, but they are also committed to giving back. One of the many organizations to which Thom donates serves individuals with Sturge Weber Syndrome. A dear friend’s son was diagnosed with the disease, which involves abnormal formation and growth of blood vessels and is often associated with seizures. Sandrock Real Estate works with the organization to purchase gifts for closings. “If you pay it forward, it always comes back to you,” says Thom.

In two short years, Thom and his team have built Sandrock Real Estate from the ground up. “It’s been an amazing ride. I feel super blessed and lucky,” he reflects. With the company’s community roots and commitment to its clients, the business is only at the beginning of many opportunities to come.

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2035 95TH ST.

feature home 2 0 3 5 9 5 T H S T. , B O U L D E R , C O !

By Jeff Erickson

Exciting luxurious Boulder contemporary equestrian estate with recent $1.6M in high-end renovations, resort-style amenities, heated pool with water feature, lighted and heated platform tennis court, inspiring new interior finishes, new gourmet chef’s kitchen, new primary suite with steam shower, mahogany screen porch, outdoor kitchen, new deck with fireplace and spa, studio gym, barn, riding arena, a quiet and secluded pastoral paradise on 17.74 acres with panoramic mountain views, backing to open space.

Enjoy endless sunshine and magnificent mountain views, featuring four bedrooms and five baths with over 6600 sq. ft. of living space. Entertaining is a joy amid the spectacular mountain views either indoors or outdoors, from the covered porch with an outdoor summer kitchen to the expansive deck with fireplace and spa overlooking the pool. At Last Ranch allows you privacy, yet you are close to everything.

Best of all, you get to enjoy vacation-level relaxation in the comfort of your own home.

Please check out the Jeff Erickson Group here at jeffericksongroup.com

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2035 95TH ST.

feature home 2 0 3 5 9 5 T H S T. , B O U L D E R , C O !

By Jeff Erickson

Exciting luxurious Boulder contemporary equestrian estate with recent $1.6M in high-end renovations, resort-style amenities, heated pool with water feature, lighted and heated platform tennis court, inspiring new interior finishes, new gourmet chef’s kitchen, new primary suite with steam shower, mahogany screen porch, outdoor kitchen, new deck with fireplace and spa, studio gym, barn, riding arena, a quiet and secluded pastoral paradise on 17.74 acres with panoramic mountain views, backing to open space.

Enjoy endless sunshine and magnificent mountain views, featuring four bedrooms and five baths with over 6600 sq. ft. of living space. Entertaining is a joy amid the spectacular mountain views either indoors or outdoors, from the covered porch with an outdoor summer kitchen to the expansive deck with fireplace and spa overlooking the pool. At Last Ranch allows you privacy, yet you are close to everything.

Best of all, you get to enjoy vacation-level relaxation in the comfort of your own home.

Please check out the Jeff Erickson Group here at jeffericksongroup.com

14 • July 2022

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OUR BANKERS INCLUDE LONG-TIME BOULDER RESIDENTS AND CU GRADUATES WITH EXTENSIVE MARKET EXPERIENCE:

By MidFirst Bank Boulder Team

MIDFIRST BETH AMORE, Vice President

As the largest privately held bank in the nation, MidFirst Bank occupies a rare position within the banking industry.

The combination of size and private ownership provides our customers with a special brand of banking. We are able to compete effectively with larger banks in terms of products and services while offering customers a community banking experience that reflects pride of ownership.

Our brand is evidenced in our attractive banking centers, outstanding people, and competitive products.

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MidFirst Bank offers a full range of commercial, private banking, trust, personal banking, and mortgage banking products and services. Underwriting and decision-making are local and quick, and we hold our loans after booking, so customers only deal with us throughout the life of the loan. We have competitive terms on commercial and consumer real estate, as well as business loans. We are also a strong supporter of the community, investing in many important charitable and civic organizations.

MORTGAGE EXPERTS. AT WORK FOR YOU.

Your next home will be second to none. You deserve a mortgage expert equally as impressive. One who knows the area and its intricacies.

Discover how our concierge-level service and industry expertise can accommodate all of your mortgage needs.

• Jumbo mortgages and construction loans • Portfolio mortgages are retained by MidFirst Bank • No private mortgage insurance for residential loans • Streamlined lending process with flexible and creative solutions

Conveniently located at 9th and Pearl, we love walk-ins, so come by any time and sit down with one of our experienced bankers! @realproducers

Beth Amore, VI C E PRESI D EN T: Whether she is assisting with the acquisition of an investment opportunity or providing construction financing to build a dream home, Beth Amore enjoys helping her clients achieve their financial goals.

Beth is currently responsible for the production of new loan and deposit relationships and management of an existing loan and deposit portfolio. With more than 15 years of experience in different facets of the Denver metro real estate industry, including more than six years with MidFirst Bank, Beth is committed to building long-term customer relationships. In her free time, Beth enjoys running the Colorado trails as well as hiking with her husband, two kids, and the family dog, Poppy.

SUSAN MORATELLI, Vice President

Susan Moratelli, VI C E PRESI D EN T: Susan is responsible for client relationship banking in the Boulder community for MidFirst Bank. As a long-time Boulder resident and community banker, Susan is focused on helping businesses and neighbors with banking options to meet their financial goals. Susan is personally committed to “living, working, playing, and giving back” in the Boulder community.

JOE MILLER, Senior Vice President

Joe Miller, S ENIO R VICE P R ES ID ENT: In his role with MidFirst Bank, Joe is responsible for developing and servicing the MidFirst Boulder commercial and private banking relationships. His career in the financial industry, which spans 30+ years and more than 11 years with MidFirst Bank, includes working as an associate national bank examiner. With Joe’s vast experience, he is able to provide customers with customized and flexible solutions to meet their financial needs.

TESTIMONIAL This bank is amazing, and its employees are top-notch. Extremely friendly and helpful on all levels. I’m all about supporting those that support local small businesses, and these guys do a fantastic job of that.

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sponsor spotlight

OUR BANKERS INCLUDE LONG-TIME BOULDER RESIDENTS AND CU GRADUATES WITH EXTENSIVE MARKET EXPERIENCE:

By MidFirst Bank Boulder Team

MIDFIRST BETH AMORE, Vice President

As the largest privately held bank in the nation, MidFirst Bank occupies a rare position within the banking industry.

The combination of size and private ownership provides our customers with a special brand of banking. We are able to compete effectively with larger banks in terms of products and services while offering customers a community banking experience that reflects pride of ownership.

Our brand is evidenced in our attractive banking centers, outstanding people, and competitive products.

16 • July 2022

MidFirst Bank offers a full range of commercial, private banking, trust, personal banking, and mortgage banking products and services. Underwriting and decision-making are local and quick, and we hold our loans after booking, so customers only deal with us throughout the life of the loan. We have competitive terms on commercial and consumer real estate, as well as business loans. We are also a strong supporter of the community, investing in many important charitable and civic organizations.

MORTGAGE EXPERTS. AT WORK FOR YOU.

Your next home will be second to none. You deserve a mortgage expert equally as impressive. One who knows the area and its intricacies.

Discover how our concierge-level service and industry expertise can accommodate all of your mortgage needs.

• Jumbo mortgages and construction loans • Portfolio mortgages are retained by MidFirst Bank • No private mortgage insurance for residential loans • Streamlined lending process with flexible and creative solutions

Conveniently located at 9th and Pearl, we love walk-ins, so come by any time and sit down with one of our experienced bankers! @realproducers

Beth Amore, VI C E PRESI D EN T: Whether she is assisting with the acquisition of an investment opportunity or providing construction financing to build a dream home, Beth Amore enjoys helping her clients achieve their financial goals.

Beth is currently responsible for the production of new loan and deposit relationships and management of an existing loan and deposit portfolio. With more than 15 years of experience in different facets of the Denver metro real estate industry, including more than six years with MidFirst Bank, Beth is committed to building long-term customer relationships. In her free time, Beth enjoys running the Colorado trails as well as hiking with her husband, two kids, and the family dog, Poppy.

SUSAN MORATELLI, Vice President

Susan Moratelli, VI C E PRESI D EN T: Susan is responsible for client relationship banking in the Boulder community for MidFirst Bank. As a long-time Boulder resident and community banker, Susan is focused on helping businesses and neighbors with banking options to meet their financial goals. Susan is personally committed to “living, working, playing, and giving back” in the Boulder community.

JOE MILLER, Senior Vice President

Joe Miller, S ENIO R VICE P R ES ID ENT: In his role with MidFirst Bank, Joe is responsible for developing and servicing the MidFirst Boulder commercial and private banking relationships. His career in the financial industry, which spans 30+ years and more than 11 years with MidFirst Bank, includes working as an associate national bank examiner. With Joe’s vast experience, he is able to provide customers with customized and flexible solutions to meet their financial needs.

TESTIMONIAL This bank is amazing, and its employees are top-notch. Extremely friendly and helpful on all levels. I’m all about supporting those that support local small businesses, and these guys do a fantastic job of that.

- T R AV I S

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When e-waste gets buried at a landfill, it can dissolve in microscopic traces into the gross sludge that permeates the landfill. Eventually, these traces of toxic materials pool into the ground below the landfill. This is known as leaching. The more e-waste and metals at the landfill, the more of these trace toxic materials show up in the groundwater, contaminating nearby wells, streams, and natural water sources.

Is e-waste shipped overseas?

WHAT IS E-WASTE, & WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT?

Because of strict environmental and safety regulations that recyclers must abide by in the U.S., in addition to the cost of labor to sort the e-waste materials, some recycling plants have found that shipping their hazardous e-waste overseas for processing is much less expensive than handling it in the states. But, this has a different set of problems. Most of the e-waste that is shipped is sent to China, Ghana, Nigeria, Pakistan, India, and Vietnam, and unlike the U.S., these countries do not have safety or environmental regulations in place to protect their people or the environment.

Usually, the e-waste is burned, releasing toxic fumes into the air, and handled by workers who are not given the proper safety equipment. Because this e-waste is not disposed of properly, these toxic chemicals leach into the soil and groundwater of the surrounding area in these countries.

How can I properly dispose of my e-waste?

Because of all the toxic chemicals in electronics, it’s important to dispose of them properly with a reputable recycler. Make sure they state that they do not ship their e-waste overseas. In the Boulder County area, this can be accomplished by taking your e-waste to CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Material). CHaRM requires that their electronics partner be a Certified e-Stewards Recycler to process and recycle all electronic equipment.

E-Stewards is the world’s most rigorous environmental and social justice criteria for recycling e-scrap. This means they will not work with processors who export hazardous electronic scrap to developing countries.

Submitted by resident Jennifer Dingman

Hello, and welcome to this month’s issue of IP Eco Tips & News! In this article, we will talk about e-waste, what it is and why it’s important to dispose of it properly.

With spring and summer arriving, many of us will be cleaning out our garages and basements and possibly wondering how to dispose of such items.

Let’s start with a definition; what is e-waste?

E-waste is any electrical or electronic equipment that’s been discarded. This includes working and broken items thrown in the garbage or donated to a charity reseller like Goodwill. Often, if the item goes unsold in the store, it will be thrown away. E-waste is particularly dangerous due to toxic chemicals that naturally leach from the metals inside when buried.

18 • July 2022

For years now, unwanted electronic devices have been filling landfills across the globe. In the U.S. alone, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that up to 60 million metric tons of e-waste end up in landfills every year. The amount of e-waste in our society and households is accelerating as devices and equipment become obsolete, with newer and improved versions coming to market more quickly than before. With iPhones, laptops, and gaming consoles evolving, it doesn’t take long to have a pile of e-waste in your house, leaving you wondering how to dispose of it.

In addition, usually once a year, various municipalities host hard-to-recycle or electronics recycling events, to which you could bring your e-waste if you don’t want to drive to CHaRM. Lafayette will have an event every April in conjunction with Earth Month. Western Disposal also has a new service called “Recycle Express,” which does curbside pickup for a fee for hard-to-recycle items, including electronics. Apple now has trade-in and recycling programs in dozens of countries, meaning you can trade in your old device either for a credit on your new phone or an Apple gift card.

Why can’t I just throw it in the trash?

Another benefit of properly disposing of e-waste is that reputable recyclers will “mine” the e-waste for various reusable materials and sell them to markets to be used in other electronics and products. The use of this recycled material prevents raw materials from being mined in the first place, which is better for the environment. This can also be a benefit to the recycler as there are many, many valuable, reusable materials in discarded e-waste.

Most electronics contain some form of toxic materials, including beryllium, cadmium, mercury, and lead, which pose serious environmental risks to our soil, water, air, and wildlife.

I hope this article was helpful for you to know how to dispose of your e-waste properly! If you have any questions or comments, please email me at IPEcoTips@gmail.com.

@realproducers

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Sources: https://www.ewaste1.com/what-ise-waste/ https://www.ecocycle.org/charm/ why-recycle-electronics https://eridirect.com/blog/2017/06/ why-is-e-waste-being-shipped-todeveloping-countries/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/ serenitygibbons/2021/10/21/howcompanies-are-addressing-the-ewaste-problem/?sh=48d673757c21

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When e-waste gets buried at a landfill, it can dissolve in microscopic traces into the gross sludge that permeates the landfill. Eventually, these traces of toxic materials pool into the ground below the landfill. This is known as leaching. The more e-waste and metals at the landfill, the more of these trace toxic materials show up in the groundwater, contaminating nearby wells, streams, and natural water sources.

Is e-waste shipped overseas?

WHAT IS E-WASTE, & WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT?

Because of strict environmental and safety regulations that recyclers must abide by in the U.S., in addition to the cost of labor to sort the e-waste materials, some recycling plants have found that shipping their hazardous e-waste overseas for processing is much less expensive than handling it in the states. But, this has a different set of problems. Most of the e-waste that is shipped is sent to China, Ghana, Nigeria, Pakistan, India, and Vietnam, and unlike the U.S., these countries do not have safety or environmental regulations in place to protect their people or the environment.

Usually, the e-waste is burned, releasing toxic fumes into the air, and handled by workers who are not given the proper safety equipment. Because this e-waste is not disposed of properly, these toxic chemicals leach into the soil and groundwater of the surrounding area in these countries.

How can I properly dispose of my e-waste?

Because of all the toxic chemicals in electronics, it’s important to dispose of them properly with a reputable recycler. Make sure they state that they do not ship their e-waste overseas. In the Boulder County area, this can be accomplished by taking your e-waste to CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Material). CHaRM requires that their electronics partner be a Certified e-Stewards Recycler to process and recycle all electronic equipment.

E-Stewards is the world’s most rigorous environmental and social justice criteria for recycling e-scrap. This means they will not work with processors who export hazardous electronic scrap to developing countries.

Submitted by resident Jennifer Dingman

Hello, and welcome to this month’s issue of IP Eco Tips & News! In this article, we will talk about e-waste, what it is and why it’s important to dispose of it properly.

With spring and summer arriving, many of us will be cleaning out our garages and basements and possibly wondering how to dispose of such items.

Let’s start with a definition; what is e-waste?

E-waste is any electrical or electronic equipment that’s been discarded. This includes working and broken items thrown in the garbage or donated to a charity reseller like Goodwill. Often, if the item goes unsold in the store, it will be thrown away. E-waste is particularly dangerous due to toxic chemicals that naturally leach from the metals inside when buried.

18 • July 2022

For years now, unwanted electronic devices have been filling landfills across the globe. In the U.S. alone, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that up to 60 million metric tons of e-waste end up in landfills every year. The amount of e-waste in our society and households is accelerating as devices and equipment become obsolete, with newer and improved versions coming to market more quickly than before. With iPhones, laptops, and gaming consoles evolving, it doesn’t take long to have a pile of e-waste in your house, leaving you wondering how to dispose of it.

In addition, usually once a year, various municipalities host hard-to-recycle or electronics recycling events, to which you could bring your e-waste if you don’t want to drive to CHaRM. Lafayette will have an event every April in conjunction with Earth Month. Western Disposal also has a new service called “Recycle Express,” which does curbside pickup for a fee for hard-to-recycle items, including electronics. Apple now has trade-in and recycling programs in dozens of countries, meaning you can trade in your old device either for a credit on your new phone or an Apple gift card.

Why can’t I just throw it in the trash?

Another benefit of properly disposing of e-waste is that reputable recyclers will “mine” the e-waste for various reusable materials and sell them to markets to be used in other electronics and products. The use of this recycled material prevents raw materials from being mined in the first place, which is better for the environment. This can also be a benefit to the recycler as there are many, many valuable, reusable materials in discarded e-waste.

Most electronics contain some form of toxic materials, including beryllium, cadmium, mercury, and lead, which pose serious environmental risks to our soil, water, air, and wildlife.

I hope this article was helpful for you to know how to dispose of your e-waste properly! If you have any questions or comments, please email me at IPEcoTips@gmail.com.

@realproducers

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Sources: https://www.ewaste1.com/what-ise-waste/ https://www.ecocycle.org/charm/ why-recycle-electronics https://eridirect.com/blog/2017/06/ why-is-e-waste-being-shipped-todeveloping-countries/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/ serenitygibbons/2021/10/21/howcompanies-are-addressing-the-ewaste-problem/?sh=48d673757c21

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G R A T I T U D E S O M E T H I N G I S

I S

T H A T

E X T R E M E LY

I M P O R TA N T FA M I LY

T O

A N D

M Y

M E .

giving back

By Janet Leap

GREEN WAG O N P R O J E C T

Around Niwot, there is a local organization called EFAA, which is the Emergency Family Assistance Association. They support struggling families with food and rent assistance … and so much more.

20 • July 2022

During the first six months of COVID, Janet Leap devised the idea of the Green Wagon Project to collect and donate dry goods to EFAA. She had a little green garden wagon that she thought would be perfect to use, walking around various neighborhoods and collecting food to donate to EFAA. We would go out once a week to different neighborhoods and collect food. It became so popular that her husband, Gabe, even ordered shirts for it. At the beginning of the project, there were some roadblocks, but as time progressed, they got smarter.

This led them to start dropping flyers a few days prior to picking up a needs list from EFAA. It was an opportunity for people to be able to shop, and it was very well received.

They began telling neighbors where they would be on a certain day and @realproducers

to leave their donations on the doorstep with a green ribbon and that we would pick up!

During the summer/fall of 2020, the Green Wagon Project collected a little over six thousand pounds of dry goods from local community members. This truly was a family effort, and I was extremely proud of my family, especially my sons.

Gratitude is something that is extremely important to my family and me. My husband and I preach to our sons that there are many wonderful things to be grateful for and the importance of community service. On the drive to school in the morning, Janet and her boys say at least three things they are grateful for, which helps start the day on a positive note.

Janet Leap truly loves her community and helps make the community a better place. Please read her featured article to learn more about this phenomenal woman. realproducersmag.com

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G R A T I T U D E S O M E T H I N G I S

I S

T H A T

E X T R E M E LY

I M P O R TA N T FA M I LY

T O

A N D

M Y

M E .

giving back

By Janet Leap

GREEN WAG O N P R O J E C T

Around Niwot, there is a local organization called EFAA, which is the Emergency Family Assistance Association. They support struggling families with food and rent assistance … and so much more.

20 • July 2022

During the first six months of COVID, Janet Leap devised the idea of the Green Wagon Project to collect and donate dry goods to EFAA. She had a little green garden wagon that she thought would be perfect to use, walking around various neighborhoods and collecting food to donate to EFAA. We would go out once a week to different neighborhoods and collect food. It became so popular that her husband, Gabe, even ordered shirts for it. At the beginning of the project, there were some roadblocks, but as time progressed, they got smarter.

This led them to start dropping flyers a few days prior to picking up a needs list from EFAA. It was an opportunity for people to be able to shop, and it was very well received.

They began telling neighbors where they would be on a certain day and @realproducers

to leave their donations on the doorstep with a green ribbon and that we would pick up!

During the summer/fall of 2020, the Green Wagon Project collected a little over six thousand pounds of dry goods from local community members. This truly was a family effort, and I was extremely proud of my family, especially my sons.

Gratitude is something that is extremely important to my family and me. My husband and I preach to our sons that there are many wonderful things to be grateful for and the importance of community service. On the drive to school in the morning, Janet and her boys say at least three things they are grateful for, which helps start the day on a positive note.

Janet Leap truly loves her community and helps make the community a better place. Please read her featured article to learn more about this phenomenal woman. realproducersmag.com

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Janet first came to Colorado on a solo road trip in the early 1990’s.

She’d intended to spend some time in the Rockies before heading back home. Instead, she ended up putting down roots. A quarter of a century after making her way West, Janet has become an influential force in the Boulder County community, making waves with her Real Estate business and with her dedication to giving back.

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MEET

JANET

LEAP

Janet grew up in Monroe, Louisiana. As she began college, her commitment to helping others led her to pursue a major in pre-med. Near the end of her four-year curriculum, she opted to take some time off and recharge her batteries with a change in scenery. “I drove West for the winter, landed in Aspen, had lunch, and stayed for four years,” Janet reflects. She loved Colorado’s stunning landscape and thriving outdoor scene.

During her time in Aspen, Janet worked in the ski shops and restaurants. To make ends meet, Janet got creative. “I worked three jobs and lived with nine people,” she says. “I was making it all piece together.”

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Come summer, she would head East to work as a white-water rafting guide in North Carolina, living in a semi-tropical rainforest on the river.

After four years of this nomadic lifestyle, a nudge from Janet’s mother led her to transfer to CU Boulder to finish her pre-med degree. Being that Janet is always up for an adventure, she took an unconventional route from Aspen to Boulder. Three months of camping out of her car ensued, with her dog navigating as copilot. “From Aspen, I went north up into Canada, then all the way down the west coast, all the way across the south, and all the way up the east coast,” she recalls. “I took the long way from Aspen to Boulder.”

Following graduation from CU Boulder, Janet found herself with an unexpected job offer. Rather than entering the medical field, she accepted a job in tax negotiations. It was during this time that Janet met her husband Gabe. While Janet’s time in the tax industry would soon end, her relationship with Gabe was only beginning. Today, the couple is happily married and have three sons—Wyatt (15), Cooper (12), and Eli (10), two dogs—Seymore and Lily, and Kenny the cat. There is never a dull moment in the Leap household!

After four years in tax negotiations, Janet was looking for a different opportunity. It was then that Janet got her Real Estate license. From that moment, her Real Estate career has more than taken root—it has flourished and she has grown her business year after year. She attributes her success to consistent marketing and strong relationships with her clients.

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Janet first came to Colorado on a solo road trip in the early 1990’s.

She’d intended to spend some time in the Rockies before heading back home. Instead, she ended up putting down roots. A quarter of a century after making her way West, Janet has become an influential force in the Boulder County community, making waves with her Real Estate business and with her dedication to giving back.

top producer Photos by Liv Berger | theheadshotgal.com | (312)-208-1305

MEET

JANET

LEAP

Janet grew up in Monroe, Louisiana. As she began college, her commitment to helping others led her to pursue a major in pre-med. Near the end of her four-year curriculum, she opted to take some time off and recharge her batteries with a change in scenery. “I drove West for the winter, landed in Aspen, had lunch, and stayed for four years,” Janet reflects. She loved Colorado’s stunning landscape and thriving outdoor scene.

During her time in Aspen, Janet worked in the ski shops and restaurants. To make ends meet, Janet got creative. “I worked three jobs and lived with nine people,” she says. “I was making it all piece together.”

22 • July 2022

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Come summer, she would head East to work as a white-water rafting guide in North Carolina, living in a semi-tropical rainforest on the river.

After four years of this nomadic lifestyle, a nudge from Janet’s mother led her to transfer to CU Boulder to finish her pre-med degree. Being that Janet is always up for an adventure, she took an unconventional route from Aspen to Boulder. Three months of camping out of her car ensued, with her dog navigating as copilot. “From Aspen, I went north up into Canada, then all the way down the west coast, all the way across the south, and all the way up the east coast,” she recalls. “I took the long way from Aspen to Boulder.”

Following graduation from CU Boulder, Janet found herself with an unexpected job offer. Rather than entering the medical field, she accepted a job in tax negotiations. It was during this time that Janet met her husband Gabe. While Janet’s time in the tax industry would soon end, her relationship with Gabe was only beginning. Today, the couple is happily married and have three sons—Wyatt (15), Cooper (12), and Eli (10), two dogs—Seymore and Lily, and Kenny the cat. There is never a dull moment in the Leap household!

After four years in tax negotiations, Janet was looking for a different opportunity. It was then that Janet got her Real Estate license. From that moment, her Real Estate career has more than taken root—it has flourished and she has grown her business year after year. She attributes her success to consistent marketing and strong relationships with her clients.

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Janet wants to be her clients’ first point of contact.

She strives to provide support and guidance not only during the home buying or selling process, but long after the last “t” is crossed and “i” is dotted on the contract. “My goal is to be their go-to resource even after closing,” Janet says. It is common for Janet to work across generations within a family, with her original client referring their parents, in-laws, and siblings to Janet’s business.

“I want to be their Realtor for life,” she says.

Janet regularly reaches out to her clients. She connects in many ways, ranging from paper mailers to coffee/lunch dates to happy hour get togethers. “A huge part of my success is my consistency,” she says. For the past 15 years, Janet has personally delivered holiday wreaths to her client’s homes.

For a dozen years now, Janet has hosted a client party at the Sunflower Farm in Longmont. “It’s a magical little spot,” she says, mentioning the rope swings and tree houses on which the kids love to play. The thoughtful work that Janet has put into cultivating her client community only adds to the magic.

As one of the top Real Estate agents in Boulder County, Janet is in a unique position to pay it forward. Long before she became a licensed agent, Janet was focused on giving back.

“Gratitude is a big piece of who I am,” she says. Since her early days in Boulder, Janet has embodied gratitude. “I was waiting tables and I was donating to Save the Children,” she reflects. Today, Janet’s Circle of Gratitude includes 15 local and national organizations. “I am able to support these organizations because of the business I have grown over the years.

This is why I call it my Circle of Gratitude,” she says.

Janet has woven the theme of gratitude into everyday life with her family as well. While enroute to school each day, the boys each share three things they are grateful for. Janet sees these Three Gratitudes, as she and the boys call them, as a time to reflect on what they are grateful for and to have that as the starting point for the day.

the family skiing or snowboarding at Steamboat, Copper, or Beaver Creek. Come summer, you will find the Leap family on one of the many local hiking trails or Gabe and the boys out and about on mountain bikes. On warm evenings, you may also run into the Leap Family playing nine holes on a local golf course. They take full advantage of the Colorado lifestyle, with its abundance of outdoor resources and activities.

The same spirit that led Janet to drive west for the winter decades ago is now a part of an unconventional family tradition of taking an unplanned road trip. For the past four summers, the family has jumped into the truck without a destination or reservations. “We don’t know where we are going or how long we will be in each spot,” Janet says. In a day and age of schedules and checklists, the practice of sharing spontaneity as a family is a special experience. To date, Park City and Lake Tahoe have been among the list of favorite stopping points for Janet and her family.

Wherever Janet travels, she brings her business acumen and sense of gratitude. Whether it is helping clients looking to start a new chapter or giving back with her family, Janet is a force of positive energy. The Boulder County community is lucky to have her call this corner of Colorado home.

During the early days of the pandemic, when schools closed, Janet thought of more creative ways to involve the kids in community work and giving back. As part of what is now known as the Green Wagon Project, Janet and her boys would knock on neighbor’s doors, collecting dry food donations. As the project took shape, the family started to hand out flyers, collect in different neighborhoods, and involve friends in pickup efforts. During 2020, the Green Wagon Project donated over 6,000 pounds of food to the Emergency Family Assistance Association (EFAA).

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Janet wants to be her clients’ first point of contact.

She strives to provide support and guidance not only during the home buying or selling process, but long after the last “t” is crossed and “i” is dotted on the contract. “My goal is to be their go-to resource even after closing,” Janet says. It is common for Janet to work across generations within a family, with her original client referring their parents, in-laws, and siblings to Janet’s business.

“I want to be their Realtor for life,” she says.

Janet regularly reaches out to her clients. She connects in many ways, ranging from paper mailers to coffee/lunch dates to happy hour get togethers. “A huge part of my success is my consistency,” she says. For the past 15 years, Janet has personally delivered holiday wreaths to her client’s homes.

For a dozen years now, Janet has hosted a client party at the Sunflower Farm in Longmont. “It’s a magical little spot,” she says, mentioning the rope swings and tree houses on which the kids love to play. The thoughtful work that Janet has put into cultivating her client community only adds to the magic.

As one of the top Real Estate agents in Boulder County, Janet is in a unique position to pay it forward. Long before she became a licensed agent, Janet was focused on giving back.

“Gratitude is a big piece of who I am,” she says. Since her early days in Boulder, Janet has embodied gratitude. “I was waiting tables and I was donating to Save the Children,” she reflects. Today, Janet’s Circle of Gratitude includes 15 local and national organizations. “I am able to support these organizations because of the business I have grown over the years.

This is why I call it my Circle of Gratitude,” she says.

Janet has woven the theme of gratitude into everyday life with her family as well. While enroute to school each day, the boys each share three things they are grateful for. Janet sees these Three Gratitudes, as she and the boys call them, as a time to reflect on what they are grateful for and to have that as the starting point for the day.

the family skiing or snowboarding at Steamboat, Copper, or Beaver Creek. Come summer, you will find the Leap family on one of the many local hiking trails or Gabe and the boys out and about on mountain bikes. On warm evenings, you may also run into the Leap Family playing nine holes on a local golf course. They take full advantage of the Colorado lifestyle, with its abundance of outdoor resources and activities.

The same spirit that led Janet to drive west for the winter decades ago is now a part of an unconventional family tradition of taking an unplanned road trip. For the past four summers, the family has jumped into the truck without a destination or reservations. “We don’t know where we are going or how long we will be in each spot,” Janet says. In a day and age of schedules and checklists, the practice of sharing spontaneity as a family is a special experience. To date, Park City and Lake Tahoe have been among the list of favorite stopping points for Janet and her family.

Wherever Janet travels, she brings her business acumen and sense of gratitude. Whether it is helping clients looking to start a new chapter or giving back with her family, Janet is a force of positive energy. The Boulder County community is lucky to have her call this corner of Colorado home.

During the early days of the pandemic, when schools closed, Janet thought of more creative ways to involve the kids in community work and giving back. As part of what is now known as the Green Wagon Project, Janet and her boys would knock on neighbor’s doors, collecting dry food donations. As the project took shape, the family started to hand out flyers, collect in different neighborhoods, and involve friends in pickup efforts. During 2020, the Green Wagon Project donated over 6,000 pounds of food to the Emergency Family Assistance Association (EFAA).

Janet and her family give back together as well as enjoy the beauty of the Front Range together. In the winter, you will find 24 • July 2022

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Thank you to my realtor partners and clients for helping me achieve this award. It is an honor to work with each of you.

CUSTOM AREA RUGS

McDonald

6367 Arapahoe Rd., Boulder, CO 80301 303.449.0011 McDonaldCarpetOneBoulder.com

Carrie Nash | Sr. Loan Officer 303-478-7696 | cnash@cnash.com | www.cnash.com

NMLS# 257344 NMLS# 134871

1025 CANNON ST, STE 1D, LOUISVILLE, CO 80027

consider consider itit fixed! fixed!

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