MEET THE COACHES
As experts in their fields, the Windermere Coaches combine a track record of success with a passion to partner with their clients to achieve their goals.
Michael Fanning
Michael started his career in Real Estate in 1997. He is currently S.V.P of Windermere Services Company and a certified Ninja Instructor. Michael has guided over 5500 Realtors through the Ninja program and coaches agents to develop great work/life balance habits.
📞 206.527.3801
"Michael, I wanted to start by expressing my deep appreciation for the role Windermere Coaching has played in my professional and personal growth. The journey over the past 3 years has been transformative, to say the least. Reflecting on the specific impacts of our coaching sessions, I'm pleased to report a considerable improvement in my business. Implementing the strategies and insights gained from our sessions, I've observed an approximate 150% increase in my business's productivity and profitability. This growth is a testament to the effective coaching I've received. One key benefit that stands out, and which I believe has been pivotal, is improved time management. This has not only positively affected my business operations but also significantly improved my work-life balance. The ability to manage my time more efficiently has allowed me to dedicate quality time to both professional responsibilities and personal endeavors, creating a balance that I previously thought unattainable with this level of production. The services provided by Windermere Coaching have been invaluable, and I look forward to seeing how they evolve and continue to impact ln not only my life but others in the program in 2024 and beyond. Thank you once again for your dedication and support. It's a pleasure working with you and being part of the Windermere Coaching community."
Christopher Rigby
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Nick Hansen
A real estate coach with over a decade of experience in real estate, Nick has a true passion for coaching agents to help them achieve peak performance. He is the former managing broker of The Group, Inc real estate in Colorado, where he built, led and coached a top-producing team of 68 realtors to generate over $454 million in sales and $12.4 million in commissions.
📞 970.219.4133
"The biggest benefit to me has been the accountability. The weekly scorecard has been really effective and I like that it is customized to me. Since coaching I have become much more consistent with writing my notes and making my calls. I’ve also become much more systemized. Most importantly, I appreciate how balanced my life has become."
Todd Baxter
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Doug Simcock
Doug is a Certified Ninja Instructor and owner of his own brokerage company in Walla Walla. Since 1996 he has been a leader in our industry and has made a commitment to help agents achieve their goals. He is a master at teaching and implementing Ninja systems.
📞 509-520-2368
Debbie Hansen
Debbie brings 22 years of real estate experience to the coaching team. She is currently a broker associate/partner at The Group, Inc real estate, based in northern Colorado, the birthplace of Ninja Selling. Debbie's accomplishments include the development of systems and strategies that can be incorporated into your real estate sales and investment businesses. Her experience and practices emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
📞 970-222-9618
"Working with Debbie as my Ninja Real Estate coach has been one of the best decisions I've made for my career. She deserves 5 glowing stars for the incredible value she provides. One area where Debbie really shines is keeping me accountable. She checks in regularly to ensure I'm following through on the goals and action plans we've outlined together. When I've struggled with procrastination or lack of focus, Debbie graciously but firmly gets me back on track. We have a coaching call twice a month but she is also available if I need support throughout the week via text or call and I send her my Scorecard weekly. Debbie also stands out for her helpfulness and encouragement. She draws on her own Real Estate expertise to provide tailored advice and insights that I can apply right away. Even more importantly, Debbie inspires me to believe in myself and my abilities. She celebrates my wins and provides uplifting pep talks when I experience setbacks. Often I will call her in need or a quick pep talk before a big listing appointment or meeting with a high profile buyer and she always puts me at ease. In addition, Debbie respects my time by running our sessions efficiently. She has an agenda prepared to optimize our time together. Sessions with Debbie are focused and productive, allowing me to get right back to business after. I'm so grateful for Debbie's accountability, help, encouragement, and efficiency as my Ninja coach. Her guidance has been invaluable for growing my business and reaching new heights of success. I unequivocally recommend Debbie and the Ninja Coaching program! "
Samantha
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Stevi Fanning
Stevi is a top producing REALTOR® and managing director with a BIG passion for service. Leading, developing, and coaching a team of over 40 real estate agents in a busy Boise, ID office has given her the opportunity to share her playbook for success. Stevi is wildly driven to inspire growth, and help agents reach their full potential!
📞- 208-800-2278
"Coaching with Stevi for the last two years has been an absolute game-changer for me. Stevi came into my life during a time where I had made some business growth and then promptly plateaued and was unsure of how to continue growing and improving my business without overwhelming myself or suffering from burn out. Stevi has been absolutely instrumental in the business growth I saw over the last two years and she helped me turn what was a difficult year for many agents into the best year yet for my business. She always challenges me to get outside of my comfort zone and suggests new, creative ways to improve my business and take things to the next level. Her coaching me through periods where I am not managing my time well has really made me more aware of how I operate personally and what is the best way for me to handle my time. It is so easy to talk to her, which makes her the best accountability person I could hope for. I know that if I ever have the beginnings of a new idea to grow my business I can bring it to her and she will sit with me and help me flush out the details and make it a reality. Also, when I'm struggling to think of new ways to grow she presents great ideas that suit my personality and business style well. Stevi gets to know you, your personality type and your business style and tailors her coaching to what will be most helpful. She has been a fantastic coach, cheerleader, motivator, or emotional support when needed and I am so grateful for the opportunity to work with her!"
Lisa McNally
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Penny Gardner
Penny started her career in real estate in 1999 and since that time has served hundreds of agents beginning their careers in real estate. She truly has an understanding of every detail that goes into building a successful agent for a lifetime of success in this industry. Coaching is her passion, more than that it is her purpose for making a lasting impact in the real estate industry that has given her a wonderful career she loves. Penny is an owner of her own brokerage company in Prosser, WA, in the heart of Washington wine country.
📞- 509-430-0160
Joe Galindo
Joe is a residential real estate professional with a passion for coaching and training. His career spans three decades and during that time he worked for three major Washington State brokerage firms, and has lived through the boom and bust of many real estate cycles. Joe has held several senior level leadership positions, including Vice President of Operations for the largest Sotheby’s franchise in Washington State, and he is the former Broker/Owner of Windermere Cascades Group, Inc. Most recently Joe served as Managing Director of Strategic Coaching for Compass Washington. He recently served as a Director on the Seattle King County Board of Realtors, and currently serves as a Director with Washington REALTORS. Joe is the father of three young adult children and has been married for 30 years to his beautiful wife, Marcea. Joe has a passion for music and as a professionally-trained vocalist has performed for audiences around the world. He is actively involved in his church, and loves classic cars, authentic Mexican food, and of course, football. 📞- 206-200-9720
"Coaching with Joe Galindo has been a fabulous experience! We are transitioning and growing our business from a 2-person team to a 4-person team, and we are appreciating Joe's wisdom and guidance. Not only are we revisiting the core "basics" for a successful business by referral model, additionally, Joe is helping us develop and incorporate new ideas and practices that are benefitting our team. Joe's willingness to tailor the coaching sessions to specific topics of need and interest is a real plus, too. Thank you, Coach Joe! Erin C. Dobrinski, The Dobrinski Team Windermere Professional Partners Puyallup "
Erin C Dobrinski
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Erin Wright
Erin is enthusiastic about real estate, with 10 years of experience as a broker and 7 years as a top producer. She started her career at a Ninja Installation and credits her success to the Ninja systems. She is a broker at Windermere Real Estate in SW Washington, where she has taught classes on best practices and mentored brokers to start and increase their businesses. She loves sharing her passion for real estate to help others grow and cheers them on as they reach their goals. 📞- 360-356-1445
Mark Chavez
Mark Chavez is a seasoned coach with over 20 years of leadership and management experience, dedicated to mentoring individuals and helping them reach their full potential. As a Certified Project Manager and Certified Corporate Culture Shaping Trainer, Mark brings a strategic and process-driven approach to real estate coaching.
With an extensive background in operations and process management, flipping homes, and real estate sales, Mark understands the challenges agents face in today's competitive market. His coaching philosophy centers on helping real estate professionals optimize their business processes, work smarter, and increase efficiency, ultimately giving them more time to focus on building meaningful client relationships.
📞- 2069606275
Kathy Arents
Kathy has served the Northern Colorado real estate market for over 30 years. Her passion for the industry extends beyond her personal success - she is deeply committed to helping agents with the processes and dialogues that have helped her build a successful career. Kathy has been with The Group Real Estate for over 20 of those 30+ years. She credits a lot of her success to the Ninja principles inherent in a relationship business like ours and hopes to help others elevate their business while leveraging those principles and creating a healthy work/life balance.
📞- 970-222-1784
"Since I began coaching with Kathy, I've experienced a transformation in my time management skills. Her structured approach, coupled with personalized guidance, has been instrumental in helping me achieve greater productivity and efficiency. The weekly scorecard system has been a game-changer. It has empowered me to plan my week effectively and allocate dedicated time slots for crucial tasks. The weekly planning has enhanced my productivity and provides a sense of clarity and control over my schedule. Kathy's coaching style is both encouraging and insightful. She goes out of her way to share the systems that have been instrumental in building her business and that promote long-lasting relationships with clients. Kathy shows up prepared for each coaching session with an agenda but also demonstrates flexibility when I have an immediate challenge that I need to discuss. I am immensely grateful for Kathy's expertise and support! "
Denise Schissel
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Sarah Broadhurst
Sarah is the executive administrator for Windermere Coaching and typically your first point of contact when registering for one of our programs.
253-257-1922
