TURNING A VISION
INTO REALITY
Top 1% of Luxury Real Estate Agents Nationwide
With her more than 23 years of experience and a successful track record of seller and buyer representation, Emily is ranked in the top 1% of real estate agents nationwide. She is honored to be consistently recognized as the #2 agent out of ~200 agents at the top local brokerage. Village Properties is a luxury boutique firm and is a founding member of Forbes Global Properties, as well as an exclusive affiliate of Luxury Portfolio International, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, and Mayfair International Real Estate. Due, in part, to its unparalleled representation for both buyers and sellers, Village Properties has been the #1 company in the area for annual sales volume for many years running. Emily attributes both personal and company-wide success to customized marketing plans that pave the way to smooth closings for sellers. Her experience spans finance, consulting, luxury residential sales, oceanfront sales, sales of investment properties, and vacant land sales. Emily has also been at the helm of new development sales, including 223 residences for W Hotels in New York City and the record-breaking sales of 37 luxury condos at the LEED Certified-Platinum Alma Del Pueblo development in downtown Santa Barbara. Emily has been recognized as the “Finalist” for Best Real Estate Agent in the Santa Barbara Independent Reader’s Poll.
Networking & Negotiation Success
Emily’s success has been built through her strong relationships with clients, collaborations with local and international real estate agents, community vendors, and her expansive network. Successful relationships don’t just happen. They are the product of hard work, positive thinking, commitment, persistence, and integrity. Emily brings these attributes to work with her each day, which is exemplified by the vast number of rewarding relationships she’s established and maintained.
"From our perspective, real estate is not only about selling exceptional properties. It is about the people we work with and the relationships we build, both during a transaction and after a closing. We have a very long-term vision when it comes to advocating for our clients and their best interests. If you are looking for a team who combines warmth and sophistication, the ability to navigate a complex process with expertise and ease, and who provides wise counsel and reliability on all details, then EK&A is the right fit for you."
Emily’s spirited nature, high energy, and sparkling personality make her one of the easiest and most sought after agents with whom to work. In addition, she has been mentoring new agents for 15 years and is the founder and team leader of Emily Kellenberger & Associates. She is a member of the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors and National Associations of Realtors, which means she holds herself to the highest ethical and moral standards in the industry.
Emily Kellenberger
EK&A Founder | Cal DRE #01397913
805.252.2773 | emily@villagesite.com
Village Properties
Portfolio of Exclusive Listings
Emily’s impressive transaction volume includes the sales of numerous oceanfront and beach community properties, luxury estates, investment properties, and new developments. A sampling of Emily's notable sales would include the sale of the James Cameron's +/- 102 acre Ranch within Hollister Ranch, 200 Lambert Road, a 52-acre property with polo fields and equestrian facilities that Emily has twice sold, along with the listing and sale of El Fureidis, the historic Bertram Goodhue estate in the heart of Montecito, popularly known as the location of the film ‘Scarface.’ Emily has a passion for introducing buyers to the extensive luxury inventory available in beautiful Santa Barbara, Montecito, and Carpinteria. She also helps owners of exceptional coastal properties introduce vacation guests to local enclaves. Emily has subsequently sold some of these rental listings at the owners’ request. She is here to help her clients list properties for sale, purchase primary residences, second homes, and/or investment properties. Emily is truly a versatile agent and has handled many types of sales in her 20-year tenure.
Financial Expertise & Business Background
Emily has been with Village Properties since 2004, but she began her real estate career at Coldwell Banker in 2001. Emily holds a degree in Business Economics & Accounting from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Emily gained firsthand experience in real estate through Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, followed then by her time at Coldwell Banker, before coming to Village Properties. Emily has established herself as an extremely well-rounded agent with a knowledge of finance and a work ethic exceeded only by her passion to serve her clients.
East & West Coast Experience
In 2008, Emily spent time servicing both Santa Barbara and New York City, where she sold 223 residences with a partner in a brand-new, 58-story building right next to Ground Zero. As Emily put it, “It was an amazing experience to be living in New York City, right in SoHo in the heart of things, and to expand my real estate portfolio of experience to be involved with the largest new development (at the time) in Downtown New York. Even still, Santa Barbara is where my heart is. You see those mountains, and you know you’re home.”
Emily and her husband have two beautiful children. In her free time, she enjoys surfing, hiking, walking on the beach, traveling, and painting. You can view some of her oil paintings here: emkellenbergerdesigns.com.
"Emily acts as a true fiduciary, working solely in the best interest of her clients, and sets the highest standard of care within her practice. By leveraging her extraordinary negotiating skills and wealth of local knowledge to consistently deliver results, Emily has become regarded as one of the best in the business and is known as an honest and trustworthy professional. Her team has built a successful referral based business that taps into an expansive network of professionals to ensure a quality customer experience. Emily has more than 20 years of experience working with luxury estate properties, condominium properties, ranch estates, starter homes, and investment properties. Owning a home is considered an essential part of achieving the American dream and Emily is able to help people do this all while being ethical and endearing through the entire transaction." -Brittney McCahill
MAKING IT HAPPEN
Licensed Realtor & Attorney
Katie Mohun is a licensed Realtor and Attorney who loves living in Santa Barbara and calling this beautiful community her home. Prior to joining EK&A, Katie was involved with over $70,000,000 in residential sales in Carpinteria, Montecito, Santa Barbara, Goleta, and the Santa Ynez Valley, and this wide range of experience has given Katie a depth of knowledge only found with years in the business. Since joining EK&A, Katie has only continued her high level of success.
Graduate of the University of Oregon
Katie is a proud graduate of the University of Oregon where she double majored in Journalism and Spanish. After college, she began her career by working at Guild Mortgage in her hometown of Truckee, California. During her time with the company, she learned a wealth of information about residential financing and the mortgage industry as a whole, while working on the front-end of transactions to get clients pre-approved for loans. After years of living in the mountains, she decided to move to the beach and pursue her true passion of becoming a licensed Real Estate Agent with Village Properties in Santa Barbara.
Legal Education & Background
While working as an agent, Katie earned her Juris Doctor degree from the Santa Barbara College of Law, passed the California Bar Exam on her first attempt, and is currently a licensed Attorney and member of the California State Bar. Her legal education has expanded her depth of knowledge about the legal and contractual complexities of buying and selling Real Estate and has made her a highly sought after agent and advisor.
Katie Mohun
Cal DRE # 02047418
805.705.5144 | katie@villagesite.com
Village Properties
Stress-Free Process
“I was introduced to Katie Mohun through a friend, and I am so grateful to have chosen her as my agent. Katie is an excellent agent who helped me find my first home during a high-demand time. Katie was very responsive, organized and knowledgeable. She carefully guided me through the entire process and was understanding of all my questions. As a first-time buyer, I was nervous and anxious about the process. However, Katie walked me through every step with reassurance and guidance, which was invaluable to me. I am glad I had Katie on my side during such a huge life decision. I would highly recommend Katie to others looking for a new home!”
- Elida Martinez
Passionate about Long-Term Relationships
Katie is passionate about building long-term relationships with her clients and making the buying and selling process as seamless as possible. She recognizes the gravity of making an investment in real property and how it is one of the biggest decisions a person can make in their lifetime. Her goal is to ensure that her clients are well informed and happy with their experience and the end result.
Highest Standards
She is well known for her warmth and professionalism, love of people and learning, and exceptional communication skills. She holds herself to the highest standards, possesses a strong moral and ethical compass, and is extremely dedicated to whatever she puts her mind to, which has been a huge factor in making her so successful.
On a Personal Note...
When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, traveling, staying active by playing volleyball at the beach, taking hot yoga classes, running, and going on ski trips, along with listening to live music and trying out new restaurants!
Five Star Reviews (Prior to joining EK&A)
“Katie Mohun was so great to work with. She treated me like a REAL PERSON and not just a number. She was by my side throughout the whole journey and celebrated with me as I purchased my first home!” - Deidre Silva
Quick Action + Professionalism
“Katie was a dream to work with. I live out of state and had to move fast. Katie was my eyes, ears and legs on the ground. She toured the property twice on my behalf and then again over face time so I could see it before I flew down. When I flew in to see the property she had the offer written up and ready to submit as soon as I gave her the green light. Her quick action and professionalism are the only reasons I was able to buy my dream vacation home. She gave me confidence throughout the process despite the challenges of buying out of state. I highly recommend letting Katie help you too!” - Traci Bumpus
EXCEPTIONAL LEVEL
OF SERVICE
Jenna Galkin
Cal DRE #01359956
805.895.7752 | jenna@villagesite.com
Village Properties
Extensive Local Knowledge
As a longtime resident of Santa Barbara, Jenna possesses an intimate understanding of what makes the area special. With a career in real estate that spans various segments of the industry, she brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Jenna's early experience in the mortgage sector has made her an invaluable asset for guiding clients through the entire home-buying process.
Jenna discovered her true calling in marketing design, where she excels at crafting and implementing innovative marketing strategies across multiple platforms. The benefit of having an in-house marketing department ensures that our clients receive the most effective and cutting-edge promotional strategies. Jenna has an intimate understanding of the complete listing and selling process, from marketing and showings, to handling the escrow process and transaction coordination.
Outside of her professional life, Jenna is deeply committed to her family and community. As a wife and mother of a high school-aged daughter and a daughter in college, she stays actively involved in local events and activities.
DEDICATED TO
YOUR SUCCESS
Entrepreneurial Spirit Meets Real Estate Expertise
Jill brings a dynamic entrepreneurial background to her real estate practice. After purchasing a struggling business in 2018, she rebranded, renovated, and led a team of 40, transforming it into a thriving establishment. Her efforts led to a successful acquisition and expansion to two additional locations, selling her business for 30% over the asking price. As the founder and former owner of Sol Seek Yoga Studio, Jill exemplifies entrepreneurial dedication, resilience, and strategic innovation. In transitioning from wellness to real estate, she brings with her the values of warmth and heart-centered teamwork that defined her yoga studio.
Dedicated to Your Success
Jill believes sellers and buyers deserve her full commitment, backed by deep knowledge. Recognizing the complexities and emotions of real estate transactions, Jill proactively addresses every detail, from market analysis to negotiation strategies, ensuring each client’s unique needs are met. Her approach combines personalization, clear communication, and integrity with a calm and positive attitude, making the process smooth and enjoyable. By providing comprehensive education every step of the way, she empowers clients to make confident and informed decisions.
A Lifelong Passion for Real Estate
For Jill, real estate is more than just a profession; it's a lifelong passion deeply ingrained in her history. Growing up in a family of real estate investors, she gained valuable insights that set her apart in the industry. As a budding investor herself, Jill has firsthand experience in design, construction, and navigating the intricacies of permitting in Santa Barbara County.
Deep Roots in Santa Barbara
As a UC Santa Barbara alumna and a Santa Barbara resident since 2010, Jill is deeply committed to serving her community and is intimately familiar with the local market dynamics.
Giving Back and Living Fully
Jill is the Treasurer of the Board of Directors at Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara, a local nonprofit building a new generation of strong, smart, and bold leaders in our community. She also serves as an Entrepreneurship Instructor at Women's Economic Ventures, another nonprofit dedicated to helping women and underserved populations gain financial independence.
During her free time, you’ll see Jill hiking, surfing, rock climbing, teaching yoga, or dancing at concerts. She also loves to travel and has explored over 35 countries, many of them solo!
Jill Agonias
Cal DRE #02150975
805.895.9902 | jill@villagesite.com
Village Properties
MEANINGFUL
RELATIONSHIPS
Commitment to Hard Work
Coming from a family with generations of experience in real estate, Hannah understands the dynamics and demands of the real estate industry. Hannah has lived in Santa Barbara for the past 8 years. She loves the area and has been an active member in the community from the start of her time in town. Prior to becoming licensed, Hannah's background was in the hospitality and fitness industries, and she has made many friends within the local community along the way due to her bright and charismatic personality. Hannah is adept at communicating and being with people. A graduate of University of Santa Barbara, California, Hannah majored in Global Studies with a minor in Spanish. During her time at UCSB, Hannah was a member of the UCSB Women’s Club Soccer Team, multiple campus clubs, as well as the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, once again displaying her love of working with a team and meeting new people. Hannah comes from a large Italian family and understands the values of hard work, loyalty, sincerity, and the importance of fostering meaningful relationships. Hannah is pleased to be a part of Emily Kellenberger’s team at Village Properties.
Hannah Peck
Cal DRE #02197005
805.568.4499 | hannah@villagesite.com
Village Properties
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