Renée Gonsalves has sold over $350 million in San Francisco real estate for 22 years and is recognized as a top producer at Compass since joining the team in June 2018. She specializes in selling properties that offer both beautiful living spaces and strong investment returns, managing every step of the process with integrity, discretion, and results-oriented energy. Her expertise extends to leveraging the Compass Concierge program to prepare homes for sale without additional fees or interest, ensuring clients achieve their best possible price while maintaining full control over upfront costs.
A native of San Francisco who has called the city home since 1990, Renée brings deep local knowledge across neighborhoods including Bernal Glen and Glen Park. Before entering real estate, she built an eight-year advertising career at FCB and earned her MBA in Marketing from SFSU after graduating from CSU, Chico. She is committed to serving clients through a network of industry experts ranging from lenders to contractors, providing comprehensive support from initial research to final closing.
Alan Adams is a knowledgeable and trustworthy real estate professional serving the Austin area, with a focus on providing honest, effective guidance to both buyers and sellers. He has been active in the Austin market since 2005, consistently ranking as a top producer by prioritizing his clients’ needs and offering expert advice throughout the transaction process.
With a background rooted in Texas land and ranch properties, Alan brings specialized knowledge to farm and ranch land transactions. His strong work ethic, commitment to customer satisfaction, and personalized approach ensure clients receive dedicated support from start to finish, whether buying, selling, or investing in property.
Brenda Gavin is a seasoned real estate agent with extensive experience in the Austin market, specializing in Downtown properties. She began her career in 2004 working onsite at a 1,400-acre waterfront community along Lake Travis, where she gained valuable knowledge and expertise that laid the foundation for her successful residential real estate career.
Since transitioning to residential real estate in 2009, Brenda has resided in downtown Austin for over a decade and is recognized as one of the area's top experts. Her deep market knowledge and experience make her a trusted advisor for clients seeking to buy or sell in this vibrant neighborhood.
Lindsey Malloy is a dedicated real estate agent with over 14 years of experience in the Dallas market, known for her passion and client-focused approach. She joined the Meredith Ferrell Group in 2025, quickly making a significant impact by selling $15 million in her first six months and consistently prioritizing her clients’ needs with confidence and positive energy.
A native of Wichita Falls and a University of Texas graduate in Communications, Lindsey leverages her deep market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and extensive network to serve buyers and sellers across Dallas. She is committed to providing personalized service, ensuring a smooth transaction experience from start to finish.
Cara Fields is a dedicated real estate agent with a background in interior architecture and design, bringing a keen eye for detail to every aspect of marketing and staging homes. She specializes in pre-construction and new construction properties, working closely with vendors and contractors to showcase the full potential of each space and guide clients through every stage of their real estate journey.
With extensive experience managing over 3 million square feet of architectural projects, Cara combines her design expertise with a strong work ethic and a client-focused approach. Her deep knowledge of Chicago’s architecture and neighborhoods, along with her warm, patient service style, ensures a seamless transaction for buyers and sellers alike.
Ted Petersen brings a distinguished background in media and sports to Launch Real Estate, having previously served as Publisher and Partner of CITYAZ Magazine and held executive roles with GQ Magazine, the NFL, and Talk Magazine in New York City. He founded SportStar Relocation Arizona in 2012 to specialize exclusively in the professional athlete market, elevating the company to the nation's #1 athlete relocation firm within a year and successfully relocating over 100 professional athletes.
His expertise focuses on luxury properties with unique "Athlete-Appeal" in Arizona's most prestigious neighborhoods, leveraging deep industry relationships to access exclusive off-market inventory and confidential listings. Ted markets these high-end homes to an elite group of qualified buyers, providing a distinct marketing advantage in the luxury sector while maintaining a strong presence in the sports and entertainment industries across North America and Europe.
Wally Silva is a Houston-based Realtor with Compass, recognized for her strategic approach and clear communication style. With a background in finance and a successful decade in banking and investments, she transitioned to real estate in 2021 and quickly established herself as an expert in residential sales, development projects, and investment strategies.
Fluent in English and Spanish, Wally serves a diverse client base and handles transactions ranging from $300,000 homes to luxury properties over $1 million. Her financial expertise, combined with a client-first attitude and a proactive work ethic, enables her to deliver exceptional results and a smooth real estate experience.
Nicole Chen is a dedicated real estate agent serving clients in Fort Lauderdale, with a focus on the city's distinctive homes, canals, ocean views, and tropical climate. Her local expertise allows her to provide personalized, accurate advice, whether helping clients find their dream homes or guiding sellers through their next move.
With a passion for the Fort Lauderdale community, Nicole enjoys the flexibility her career offers and maintains a friendly, client-first approach. Her deep roots in the area and love for the coastal lifestyle ensure a smooth, enjoyable real estate experience for every client she serves.
Jordan Ayan is a seasoned business professional who brings decades of expertise in emerging technology and creativity to real estate. He and his wife Jan founded The Lifestyle Collection to reimagine the traditional industry by blending extensive business and marketing knowledge with a distinct design vision. Their approach helps buyers and sellers navigate transactions with a unique perspective that goes beyond standard practices.
Before entering real estate, Jordan built several successful ventures, including SubscriberMail, which was sold to a Fortune 500 company, and lighting.com, one of the earliest online business communities. He is also a respected global speaker, consultant, and author of four books, one of which has been translated into seven languages. Jordan and his family are driven by a commitment to building meaningful businesses and cultivating strong relationships within the entrepreneurial community.