MEET THE EK&A TEAM
EMILY KELLENBERGER & ASSOCIATES
ETHICS. EXPERIENCE. CONFIDENTIALITY. KNOWLEDGE. WARMTH.
EMILY KELLENBERGER
EK&A FOUNDER
emily@villagesite.com
Cal DRE #01397913​
Turning a Vision into Realty​
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.
KATIE MOHUN, ESQ.
EK&A REALTOR
805.705.5144
katie@villagesite.com
Cal DRE #02047418​
Making it Happen​
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.​​
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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.
JENNA GALKIN
EK&A REALTOR & MARKETING DIRECTOR
jenna@villagesite.com
Cal DRE #01359956​
Exceptional Level of Service and 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.
JILL AGONIAS
EK&A REALTOR
805.895.9902
jill@villagesite.com
Cal DRE #02150975​
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. Jill's experience exemplifies entrepreneurial dedication, resilience, and strategic innovation. In transitioning from the wellness industry to real estate, she brings with her the values of warmth and heart-centered teamwork that defined her yoga studio.
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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, 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.​
HANNAH PECK
EK&A REALTOR
805.568.4499
hannah@villagesite.com
Cal DRE #02197005
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.
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