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Martin & Tope's Colorado Mountain Agents

John D. Martin, Founder
John, along with William Tope, purchased from Charley Files the drugstore building at 208 Main St. in Westcliffe, CO in 1972. After some remodeling, they founded and established Martin & Tope Realtors. John became the employing broker. His many years of experience in land development syndication, implementation and sales proved invaluable as he guided the company into it's leading role in Custer County. John turned over the reins to his son Gary in 1987 after 15 successful years, having gained the respect of the local community and the many who come from far away to enjoy the Wet Mountain Valley.

Gary D. Martin, Owner/Broker
Gary Martin and Jaci Martin are second generation owners of Martin & Tope Real Estate Company. Gary received his Colorado State Real Estate Salesman's License in 1972, and his Broker's License in 1979. Jaci received her License in 1986. With extensive experience in listing, selling, and developing Colorado Mountain Property, Gary is now the Employing Broker, managing Martin & Tope's agents and staff.

Jaci Martin, Owner/Office Manager
Jaci assists with general business oversight. The Wet Mountain Valley is a great place for much of the recreation they enjoy. They also spend time regularly in volunteer service. Working with all of Martin & Tope's agents and staff to provide the best quality Real Estate service to the public is the goal they have established for their company.

Lori Kastendieck, Broker Associate
Visits to my Grandparents mountain home here in Westcliffe when I was a young girl are still some of my fondest memories! In the late 1960’s my family re-located here running Alpine Lodge. I graduated High School here, met my husband, Mick, and we raised our two children here enjoying what small town, rural living can offer to quality of family life. My real estate career began with Martin & Tope in 1982. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else and I don’t take God’s beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains for granted – I love hiking in, camping in, fishing in, horseback riding in and just plain looking at them!

Brenda Bosse, Broker Associate
Brenda moved to the Wet Mountain Valley from Eastern Kansas in 1998. She is married and has 4 children. Three of her children graduated from Custer County High School and are now attending CSU in Fort Collins. Her oldest daughter graduated from KU in Lawrence Kansas and lives here in Westcliffe. Brenda has always loved the outdoors and especially mountains! She has been selling and listing real estate since 1994. Prior to this, she was an X-ray technologist and mammographer for 27 years. Her hobbies include stained glass, needlepoint, water skiing, and best of all - exploring mountain trails in the Sangres. Brenda really enjoys her job and loves meeting new people. Go to Brenda's website

Lisa Frank, Broker Associate
Lisa Frank moved to Westcliffe in 1996 from Phoenix, Arizona with her new husband Harald, who had been living in the Wet Mountain Valley for several years. She took the opportunity to try new avenues when she arrived, and through working for a variety of small businesses, she has come to know many of the residents. After discovering "land looking" to be a passion, Lisa decided to sell real estate and joined the Martin & Tope sales team. She is an active member of the Wet Mountain Valley Saddle Club and enjoys riding, breeding, and selling her horses.

Mick Kastendieck, Broker Associate
I was born and raised here as a 4^th generation native to the Westcliffe area and been involved in the real estate industry here with Martin & Tope for over 25 years. I think these are great assets in my ability to assist both Sellers and Buyers. I am currently the Chief of the Wet Mountain Volunteer Fire Department and I have volunteered on different County civic boards in the past. While I truly enjoy taking care of our cattle and horses, fly fishing at any one of the 52 natural lakes in our mountain range is my passion.

Kenny Patterson, Broker Associate
Having family roots here in the Wet Mountain Valley, Kenny has been visiting here all of his life, and has lived here for the last 9 years. With a great background in both construction and with working with local ranchers and hunters in the meat packing business, he brings to Martin & Tope his knowledge of people and places in Custer County, Colorado.

Neil Kastendieck, Broker Associate
A 5^th generation native of the Westcliffe area, I am descended directly from the original homesteaders and colonists to the area. I joined my parents as a second generation to a great team of real estate agents with Martin & Tope in April of 2001. I am currently Inventory Officer and 3^rd Lieutenant with the Wet Mountain Fire Protection District (volunteer) and have a background in ranching and construction. Growing up here in the Wet Mountain Valley kindled my outdoor interests with our family camping and skiing trips and to this day there are only two seasons in Colorado in my book: fishing season and skiing season.

Glenn Choate, Broker Associate
Glenn first visited the Wet Mountain Valley in 1976 and has been vacationing here 24/7 ever since. A 34 resident of Colorado, Glenn moved to Westcliffe in 2000 after 9 years of Real Estate Lending experience in the Vail area. In addition to his extensive background in lending, he has managed property for 20 years and worked for a Title company for 2 years. Glen has the knowledge and experience to find your dream property, assist with financing alternatives, and get you to the closing table on time. When he's not out finding the perfect property for you, he enjoys fishing, hiking, skiing and golf.

Twila Geroux, Broker Associate
Twila is a Colorado native and has lived on a cattle and hay ranch here in the valley for many years. She is married to a 5th generation Westcliffe native, Darell, and has four children. She played college basketball in such places as Hawaii, Philippines, and Hong Kong. She also enjoyed working as predator control for the Hopi and Navajo Indian Nations for several years. She has her B.S. degree in Physical Science with an emphasis in Chemistry and Secondary Education and an M.A. in Technology. She enjoys people and marketing and the expertise that comes with working for the most successful real estate company in the valley.

Marcy Berilla, Broker Associate
During a ski vacation in 2000, Marcy and her husband Don discovered the beauty of the Wet Mountain Valley. Within 6 months they relocated from Maryland to Westcliffe and plan to stay forever. "The valley provides all the horseback and motorcycle riding, hiking and friendly folks we'll ever need."

Kathy Musgrave, Broker Associate
Kathy and her husband live at Three Creeks Ranch just south of town along with their menagerie of animals. She enjoys hiking, riding horses, traveling and making jewelry. She loves her adopted home of Westcliffe and looks forward to assisting you with finding your dream cabin or land. "Westcliffe is Colorado's best kept secret! It's one of the most beautiful, magical places in the whole state. There's always something fun to do and the people here are so friendly. You always run into someone that you know. Come see me and I'll be happy to show you around". Little known fact: she completed her first triathlon in 2006 and is training for her first marathon. Go to Kathy's Website

Emilie Forward, Broker Associate
Emilie, a native of Germany, came to Colorado from Michigan where she has been a United Methodist Pastor, an Instructor in German at a Community College, a Police officer, and a Police, Fire, Hospital, and Prison Chaplain for many years.
Her love for the mountains and the outdoors drew her and her husband to the Wet Mountains in 1997 where they vacationed until their permanent move in 2005.
Emilie joined the Martin & Tope Real Estate Company in May 2006 and she is eager to help you live your dream.

Kimberlee Salimeno, Broker Associate
I have been visiting the valley my whole life. My father Dominick was raised here by Chuck and Norma on a ranch North of Westcliffe where they grew organic vegetables and sold them. My father graduated from Custer County High School.
I was born and raised in Colorado and graduated from Central High School. I attended Pueblo Community College where I studied Business Management and Accounting and then later went back to school to study Interior Design, Architectural Drafting, Designer Finishes (Faux, Stenciling, and Mural) and now with ALL of that background I decided to put all of my knowledge into one field and go into Real Estate.
I feel that my whole life I have been training for what I do and Love to do today and that is customer service in Real Estate at Martin and Tope.
I chose Martin and Tope after working for Gary and Jaci Martin as weekend receptionist and assistant to Brenda Bosse. We are like one BIG Family here. The training is Top Notch and I am working along side of some of the Best Brokers in the Valley that have been with Martin and Tope for over 7 years and some for more than 10 years. I truly feel fortunate to call Martin and Tope Real Estate Company my choice!

Dianna Lyons, Receptionist
Dianna recently found her dream come true when her family moved to the Wet Mountains to regain the rural Colorado lifestyle she'd been born into. With her husband and son she enjoys hiking, biking, gold panning and enjoying the local history. Her friendly attitude makes you feel welcome when you visit Martin & Tope