Meet Our Team

Meet Our Agents

Nicole Solari

Managing Broker

707-486-5400
DRE# 01952567
nicole@solariteam.com

Broker Nicole Solari has always had an entrepreneurial spirit and in 2013, she left a successful career in Silicon Valley to pursue her passion full-time. Technical savvy, insatiable drive, and devotion to exceptional client service quickly put on top as the #1 producing agent in Solano County and top 100 agents in the Bay Area. Nicole is also recognized as the top 1% of all agents, nationwide. But when it became clear that her unique brand of client-centered service required a different business model than the production-driven, big brand agencies, she launched The Solari Group. A Georgia native and graduate of the University of Georgia, Nicole brings her natural Southern charm to managing a growing roster of agents and clients alike. Clients say that Nicole is a dedicated, attentive, highly skilled negotiator that has their best interests at heart and the knowledge and connections to make their housing dreams come true. Nicole takes her continuing education seriously and holds many designations including GRI, CRS, SRS, SPRES, CLHMS and is a GUILD member of the Luxury Home Marketing Institute. Nicole runs her business with honesty, integrity, and discretion, she prides herself in being a problem solver, highly skilled negotiator, and master of contracts. Nicole also owns and operates two property Management companies, and volunteers her time to animal rescues.

Brooke Kimbell

Realtor

707-724-1092
DRE# 02005754
brooke@levelupbrokerage.com

I have grown up in Vacaville and lived in areas of Solano and Sacramento counties. I started off in the collection industry learning about the benefits of credit and the importance of building it for your future. After spending 10+years in the collection industry I dove into Real Estate marketing. I worked for a local company HomeSwing LLC , selling real estate websites, CRM and lead management systems. For a year in a half i had learned as much as i could to help me with marketing and have worked with several seasoned agents all over the US with their marketing, websites and how to be successful before I decided to become a Realtor. My experience in credit, marketing and customer service has provided me with a superior skill set with the needs of my real estate clients. I pride myself of my work ethic , and dedication to help others find their dream home or starter homes. I am never too busy to answer the phone , email , or text message so feel free to reach out at any time!

Maggie Celestini

Realtor®

707-592-8532
DRE# 01878565
maggie@solariteam.com

Maggie Celestini is a real estate specialist and a top producer who has extensive knowledge of the local market. She grew up in Italy and South America, which gives her a multicultural perspective and fluency in Spanish and Italian. Her mission is to consistently go above and beyond her clients’ expectations, and she makes it her business to educate them throughout the real estate process so they have the knowledge to make the most informed decisions. Her easy-going personality, positive and relaxed attitude quickly puts buyers and sellers at ease. Clients know she is an expert who will look out for their best financial interests and negotiate contracts to their benefit. They also appreciate her thorough understanding of financing options and the legal aspects of real estate. A UC Berkeley graduate, Maggie has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and an Associate’s Degree in Business from Solano Community College. During her 25-year career at Levi Strauss & Co., she traveled the world, working closely with international business partners while establishing herself as a personable, customer-focused professional and skilled negotiator, skills she brings to her real estate practice. Maggie enjoys the outdoors, cycling throughout Solano County’s valleys, hiking in Hawaii, running at Lagoon Valley, and spending quality time with family and friends. She lives with two animals, two grown children, and her husband.

Jason Traylor

Realtor ®

707-727-8474
DRE# 01994474
jason@solariteam.com

Jason Traylor has years of customer service management experience under his belt. He ran several high-volume Starbucks Drive Thru stores in Southern and Northern California and he also owned his own landscaping business as a Landscape Contractor. These experiences taught Jason several important skill sets, including marketing, graphic design, and the importance of a strong social media presence. Jason started his real estate journey doing curb appeal consulting and flipping landscapes. Jason is a driven and grounded person with a genuine heart to do good. He works hard and loves when his clients become lifelong friends. He wants his life to have meaning and helping people reach their home buying or selling goals is very rewarding to him. Jason is not in real estate to get rich; rather, he's passionate about getting people into homes and making a difference in people’s lives. When not helping achieve their real estate goals he is trying to keep up with his two teenagers that drive him nuts.

Evan Petit-Frere

Realtor®

707-439-6476
DRE# 01952567
evan@levelupbrokerage.com

The city of Travis Air Force Base is where real estate agent Evan Petit-Frere calls home. Coming from a military family, Evan understands the importance of uniformity, transparency, and integrity, especially when helping his clients make one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. In Evan’s eyes, clients are more like family or a brotherhood where service comes before self. He listens intently to help clients get clear about their criteria and what’s most important to them. Clients consistently feel like he has their back in tough negotiations that deliver the most favorable terms for them, and because of that, he is able to form long-lasting bonds. That is why he makes it his duty and obligation to go above and beyond to deliver the quality service clients deserve. After spending seven years in the customer service and technical field with AT&T, Evan decided to leverage his knowledge, experience, and transparency to pursue his dreams in the real estate field. After meeting with Nicole Solari and the tight-knit, cohesive Solari team, he knew it was a perfect match. Being backed by a strong, knowledgeable group has given him the opportunity to excel and “level up” at a much faster pace. Evan loves being around people and in his free time, you can find him enjoying Solano County’s cultural beauty with his fiancé and two sons. He loves hiking, dancing to live music, local events, and trying great restaurants in and around the surrounding area!

Garrett Forbes

Realtor ®

707-975-0896
DRE# 01975558
garrett@levelupbrokerage.com

Former actor and model turned Realtor®, Garrett Forbes has a natural ability to relate to almost anyone. The gift of easily attuning to people from all walks of life and understanding their needs on deeply human levels afforded Garrett substantial success in the entertainment industry. Taking his skills and high level of empathy into real estate, Garrett has been able to repurpose that gift into a career that’s aimed at giving back. His focus has always been to help others express themselves and find their niche. And nothing’s more niche than home. Offering clients a professional approach infused with creative energy, Garrett prides himself on providing an industry-forward, client-centered service that’s grounded in his commitment to hard work and ethical business. Inspired by the opportunity to help people from all walks of life, Garrett believes that every individual deserves a place to call theirs. He’s honored to work in a field that enables him to assist a diverse array of individuals in finding their way home. This passion spills over into other areas of his life: Garrett has maintained active involvement in a spectrum of charity organizations, including The American Red Cross, World Wildlife Fund, Veterans Home of California, Salvation Army Napa, Uganda Well Project, and LGBTQ Connection. Garrett believes that bettering the world is as much an honor as it is a duty, and he’s humbled to do that every day, one client at a time. Everyone deserves to feel safe. Everyone deserves to go home.

Tereza Tejbusova

Realtor ®

707-345-6979
DRE# 02081878
tereza@levelupbrokerage.com

Born in the Czech Republic, and having moved countless times, Tereza Tejbusova has learned firsthand how good it feels to come home. Home keeps you grounded, stable, and calm even if everything else is uprooting. Tereza knows that finding your home is a deeply personal endeavor, and she’s excited to be a part of it. Bilingual in English and Czech, Tereza relishes the opportunity to engage with people from all cultures. She’s well-traveled and has a depth of experience with and a deeply empathetic spirit for people across a spectrum of backgrounds and world views. Coupling her natural skill set with a background in hospitality and a degree in law, Tereza has built a professional platform that highlights unparalleled service and unprecedented attention to detail. While good agents excel at keeping up, great agents set the pace. Tereza prides herself on offering a level of service that keeps clients consistently informed and prioritized. She knows that communication is the key to healthy relationships and successfully closed transactions. While it can sometimes feel daunting, Tereza knows that real estate is exciting, and she’s excited for you. You’re ready to go home. Tereza will get you there.

Ian Winget

Realtor | Notary Public

650-269-5565
DRE# 02070694
ian@levelupbrokerage.com

After having earned my Master’s Degree in International Business in Queensland, Australia, I moved from Australia, to Napa, California in 2007. Napa is where I began my career in “direct to consumer” wine & spirits marketing, customer service, and hospitality at Domaine Chandon. Seven years later I met the proprietor of Napa Valley Distillery and we began working together to launch Napa Valley Distillery’s Retail, Website, E-commerce, and (the first in Napa) Spirits Club businesses. While working at NVD, I became very passionate about the local Napa Real Estate market, and began studying for my CA Real Estate License. Once fully licensed, I choose to leave NVD and pursue a full time career in service-oriented, concierge-inspired, compassion-infused, successful Real Estate. I very much look forward to helping you realize your Real Estate dreams in the near future! A little about me: My favorite activities: + Travel – 35 countries … and counting! + Hiking + Education – Sensory Analysis and production of foreign and domestic wine + Walking my Puggle, Susie Q + Volunteering for Napa Food Project to raise food for the Napa Food Bank + Volunteering for The Napa Animal Shelter as a dog walker + Bicycle Riding + Home Coffee Roasting + Specialty Coffee Brewing + Making Cocktail Bitters Formal Education: + CA Department of Real Estate License (DRE#02070694) Year Earned: 2018 Location: Sacramento, California + National Association of REALTORS Membership Year Earned: 2019 Location: Napa, California + Notary Public License Year Earned: 2017 Location: Napa, California (CA Secretary of State) + Master’s Degree: International Business Year Earned: 2005 Location: Bond University: Queensland, Australia + Bachelor’s Degree: Anthropology Minor: French Language Year Earned: 2001 Location: University of Colorado: Boulder, Colorado I measure success through the satisfaction of my clients. Call me today. I am looking forward to working for you soon! Sincerely, Ian Winget | REALTOR Email Me: ian@ianwinget.com Text/Call Me: 707-266-6528

Emily Whitman

Realtor ®

707-372-9881
DRE# 02003133
emily@levelupbrokerage.com

Real estate agent Emily Whitman believes that anything can be achieved through hard work, and it’s that mindset that makes her clients’ experiences working with her so successful. She strives to be her clients’ trusted go-to agent, someone they can lean on with confidence and know will always do right by them. Born and raised in Fairfield, California, Emily has been exposed to the real estate industry her entire life: Her father is a contractor, her mother and aunt worked in escrow, and she had lots of family friends who were lenders and real estate agents. She began her career in teaching and childcare but eventually transitioned into property management and real estate. She was drawn to the industry out of a desire to help people achieve their goals, and she prides herself on her transparency and honesty. Her chief aim is to be an educator and a trusted ally during a sometimes tricky process. When Emily takes time off, she loves spending it outdoors hunting, fishing, and hiking. She also enjoys her ranch life, where she gardens, takes care of her animals, and walks her dogs. She wants to help bring the outdoors to others, and she avidly supports Field of Dreams, Inc., a nonprofit that provides field adventures for members of the military, their families, and special needs kids.

Mario Moreno

Realtor ®

415-533-4140
DRE# 02052784
mario@solariteam.com

Mario Moreno started his career in real estate as a loan officer in 2003. He became well-versed in the industry and helped many clients purchase homes until the financial collapse of 2008, when he was forced out by economic necessity. He then joined his brother in the transportation business, eventually managing a fleet of over 40 vehicles and drivers. In 2011, he founded a transportation corporation and worked in collaboration with FedEx Ground. Mario had always enjoyed the real estate industry, so when the market began to recover in 2013, he started buying, fixing, and selling houses. In the process, he learned about legal procedures, marketability, construction costs, how to determine a home’s real value, and about the many other aspects involved in flipping properties. Opportunities grew, and in 2015 he founded Moreno Properties. Mario worked diligently and found that many houses were in excellent condition and priced reasonably but were not suitable for flipping. He realized that selling these properties as a real estate agent would be more effective and joined The Solari Group, a firm with great marketing and advertising strategies, in 2018. Mario’s extensive real estate knowledge, his experience in both buying and selling homes and investment properties, his passion for the industry, along with the support of a solid team make him a prime negotiator who always obtains the best value for the buyer and an equitable stress-free sale for the seller.

Gwen Broussard

Realtor ®

415-724-8036
DRE# 01725684
gwen@levelupbrokerage.com

Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Gwen Broussard studied at San Francisco State University, with a concentration in Accounting and Business Administration. Gwen’s love of numbers and passion towards helping individuals and small businesses brought her to tax preparation and accounting. Gwen has worked on over 2,000 tax returns, bookkeeping, and accounting projects over the years and excels at analyzing and executing efficient and cost-effective measures for all her clients. Gwen opened her own firm, Broussard Financial in 2001 in order to accommodate an ever-growing roster of clients and to offer a range of complementary business services. In addition to being a certified professional tax preparer, Gwen became a licensed California real estate agent focusing on residential sales and loan acquisition financing as well as a California Notary Public. Gwen provides beneficial insight into the tax ramifications of real estate purchase and sales for all her clients.

Teri Buchanan

Realtor ®

707-815-1336
DRE# 01326975
teribuchanannapa@aol.com

Senior Real Estate Specialist Teri Buchanan provides concierge-level real estate services to first-time and experienced Napa and Sonoma Valley buyers and sellers. Her real estate experience in San Francisco and the North Bay exceeds 20 years, and she knows the Napa and Sonoma Valleys like a native. Before becoming a Realtor, Teri was the managing partner of a San Francisco marketing communications firm, where she supported real estate developers and allied professionals for years. She found her way to Napa in 1992 and has called it home ever since. Her clients routinely say, “Teri is the best agent I ever worked with.” And that’s her goal – to be the best agent any client has ever worked with. Having relocated herself, she knows the stresses and joys of starting fresh. She tailors her services to make each transaction as stress-free as possible, and Teri’s service is always top-notch, whether her clients are buying an entry-level condo, selling a large family home, and downsizing locally or out of town.

MEET OUR LENDING PARTNER

Meinoh Kim

Loan Consultant with Loan Depot

925-586-0000
NMLS#: 1058063
meinohkim@loandepot.com

Meinoh experience as a Mortgage Originator began in 2005 and is considered a top producer. He has established a reputation for dependability, accuracy, and is a trusted resource for both his clients and his team. Meinoh is a people person, and has tremendous experience working with everyone, from first time home buyers to seasoned investors. He maintains a relevant real estate acumen that allows him to continually deliver top quality service in this ever-changing lending landscape. He works tirelessly to ensure that every transaction he enters proceeds efficiently and closes in a timely manner. Meinoh received his bachelor’s degree in Philosophy with an emphasis in Ethics and Public Policy from the University of California at Santa Barbara. In between his career in real estate, he has founded a number of successful companies ranging from frozen yogurt franchise chain to a baby product manufacturing company. He is an avid foodie and a life-long Bay Area resident. When Meinoh is not eating, he can be found spending quality time w/ his wife, and two children. “Please contact me with any questions and thank you for allowing me to be apart of this journey with you” - Meinoh Kim CA LIC# CA-DBO1058063 “To learn more, please visit https://www.loandepot.com/loan-officers/meinohkim”

Advice From Real Estate Experts

Meet Our Team

Nicole Solari

Brooke Kimbell

Maggie Celestini

Jason Traylor

Evan Petit-Frere

Garrett Forbes

Tereza Tejbusova

Ian Winget

Emily Whitman

Mario Moreno

Gwen Broussard

Teri Buchanan

Meinoh Kim

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