Agents

Mike Hedley headship@coldwellbanker.com
As Student Body President and a football player at Sonoma Valley High, Mike had an All-American upbringing. After graduating, he worked at the Sonoma Developmental Center while attending night school to earn his real estate license.  He got his start at Keegan and Coppin, followed by a partnership with Tara Properties, then joined Coldwell Banker De Anza Realty as a Broker Associate in 1992.  There he linked forces personally and professionally with Nancy Blankinship, forming one of the most successful teams in the business.

Active with the Sonoma County Realtors Association and the Sonoma Valley Council of Realtors, and named Realtor of the Year, Mike's strong business acumen and solution's orientation has earned him membership in Coldwell Banker's President's Elite Circle, representing the top 5% of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide.  In addition to his community involvement with the the Valley of the Moon Boys and Girls Club and the Willmar Center for Bereaved Children, Mike still finds time for sports moving from the gridiron to the golf course.

Nancy Blankinshipheadship@coldwellbanker.com
Born in the Big Apple and the daughter of a diplomat, Nancy has lived around the world.  The experience broadened her horizons yet also made her appreciate the comfort that comes from being settled at home. She graduated from the University of Maryland, then followed up with a Masters in Genetic Counseling from Cal Berkeley. She enjoyed two challenging careers: developing clinic sites and bringing up her three children.  She decided to settle in Sonoma after falling in love with the place and the people. She and Mike moved to Coldwell Banker 15 years ago, quickly building a reputation as the Valley's most capable realty team.   Also a member of Coldwell Banker's President's Elite Circle, Nancy understands every client has unique needs.  She works closely and supportively with them to navigate the sometimes stressful roads of real estate negotiation.

Abe Cyphers abe.cybers@coldwellbanker.com
 Native Sonoman Abe Cyphers loves that moment when his clients are able to "picture themselves at home" in a house he's found for them.  As a former art restorer and dealer, he has traveled from Africa to England, but Sonoma is his favorite place on the planet.  Personable and down-to-earth, Abe believes integrity, honesty and dedication are essential to success in real estate.  As someone who unhesitatingly goes the extra mile for his clients, Abe exemplifies the HB Group commitment to unparalleled service.

Renee Stranzl callrenee@coldwellbanker.com
Another longtime Sonoman, Renee crossed the globe as a travel agent before landing at Coldwell Banker nearly a decade ago. As an experienced licensed realtor capable of handling any aspect of representation, Renee ensures all HB Group escrows are professionally processed and smoothly, successfully completed.  Attentive to detail and solutions oriented, Renee's strong commitment to client service helps set the HB Group apart. The proud mother of two teenagers, Renee is an active contributor to the community she calls home.