Melissa Garvey is a Dallas native with extensive local knowledge, having grown up in Lakewood and the M-Streets. She leverages her deep understanding of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex’s development and her background in accounting and real estate finance to provide clients with detailed, trustworthy service.
With prior experience as a staff accountant for a commercial real estate investment firm, Melissa brings attention to detail and precision to every transaction. Her passion for interior design, home renovations, and historic architecture, combined with her commitment to client education, ensures a well-informed, personalized experience from start to finish.
Nicole Thomas is a seasoned Dallas real estate agent with extensive local market experience since 2011. She specializes in guiding clients through buying and selling processes with empathy and professionalism, ensuring a smooth and rewarding experience whether they are seeking their first, family, or forever home.
A native of Tyler, Texas, Nicole earned a business degree from SMU’s Cox School of Business and has lived in various Dallas neighborhoods including University Park, Uptown, and Lake Highlands. Her background in marketing with Southwest Airlines, combined with her dedication to customer service and market knowledge, makes her a trusted advisor. She is Relocation Certified and actively shares her love of Dallas with newcomers, supported by the resources and network at Compass.
Mary Katharine Gill is a dedicated real estate professional serving clients in Dallas, with a focus on the Park Cities area. Known for her attention to detail, strong communication skills, and tenacious approach, she prioritizes providing the highest level of service and achieving successful, enjoyable transactions for her clients.
A Highland Park High School graduate and University of Georgia alumna, Mary Katharine has deep roots in Dallas and a broad perspective gained from living in various cities and abroad. Her experience includes managing renovation projects, interior design, and real estate negotiations, which allows her to offer comprehensive guidance and innovative solutions to her clients.
Mary Monkhouse has been guiding buyers and sellers through the real estate market since 2011, leveraging her extensive knowledge to help clients make informed decisions. She is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, whether assisting with listing processes or understanding buyers’ needs and concerns, with a focus on building lasting relationships and earning client referrals.
With a client-centered approach, Mary strives to ensure her clients feel confident and well-supported throughout every transaction. Outside of real estate, she enjoys spending time with her husband and golden retriever, as well as engaging in fitness activities and marathon training.
The Sunny Darden Group is a team of highly skilled real estate professionals known for providing personalized service and dedicated guidance to clients. With a keen eye for detail, strong work ethic, and diverse backgrounds in industries such as restaurant, merchandising, faith ministry, and law, they are adept at handling a wide range of home buying and selling objectives and negotiating complex, high-value deals.
Drawing from extensive experience and a client-first approach, the team consistently delivers exceptional results and transparent service. Their reputation for professionalism, care, and client satisfaction is reflected in numerous positive testimonials, making them a trusted choice for those seeking expert assistance in buying or selling a home.
Alessandro Cola is a Dallas-based real estate professional with over seven years of experience serving clients across the DFW area. He specializes in guiding buyers, sellers, and renters through seamless transactions by leveraging his extensive market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and coordinated approach to scheduling and contractor management.
A Dallas native and University of Kansas graduate with a background in Communications, Alessandro is dedicated to providing a smooth and enjoyable experience for his clients. His persistent nature, work ethic, and local expertise make him a trusted partner in achieving real estate goals throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Laci Nelson is a trusted real estate expert specializing in Collin County, with a particular focus on the desirable Twin Creeks neighborhood in Allen. Her deep local knowledge, combined with a calm and professional approach, ensures a smooth and confident experience for clients buying or selling homes in North Texas.
With a background in media arts and communications from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of North Texas, Laci brings a unique perspective to her real estate practice. Her expertise in home staging, along with her keen eye for design and style, helps showcase properties at their best and maximize appeal for potential buyers.
Taylor Scott is a full-service real estate agent specializing in the Dallas area, including the Park Cities, Uptown, Lakewood, Midway Hollow, Preston Hollow, and Lake Highlands. She combines local expertise, innovative marketing, and a passion for design to help clients buy and sell homes that align with their values, goals, and lifestyles, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience.
With a background that includes working with top luxury realtors and a lifelong love of house hunting, Taylor offers personalized service and creative solutions. She is dedicated to achieving exceptional results through tailored marketing plans, deep market research, and a client-focused approach, supported by her extensive community involvement and commitment to excellence.
Detwiler + Wood Group is a leading real estate team recognized for their exceptional performance in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. With over $3 billion in total sales and $475 million in closed and pending transactions in 2025, they are among the top-producing teams nationally, ranked #12 by the Wall Street Journal’s REAL Trends. Their extensive experience and market expertise enable them to deliver outstanding results for clients across Texas.
Founded by Michelle Wood and Amy Detwiler, the team has been the highest-producing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since Compass’s arrival in Texas in 2018. With a background rooted in commercial real estate and more than 20 years of partnership, each team member offers professionalism, deep market knowledge, and a dedicated approach to achieving the best outcomes for every client.