About Barbara

Professional Experience Barbara joined Coldwell Banker in 1995. She lives in the Berkeley Hills and specializes in representing prestigious properties in Berkeley, Piedmont, Kensington, the Oakland HIlls, El Cerrito and Albany. Barbara brings professionalism, real estate expertise, extraordinary marketing know-how and unique skills to all her clients and to their wonderful properties. She brings her own dynamic and tasteful style to each situation, which is apparent from the breathtaking marketing materials to every detail of staging and presentation. Professional Philosophy Barbara understands that everyone need to be really heard. She listens to her clients and is responsive to each client's individual needs. She pays great attention to detail. Her customized service ensures that your property will be beautifully presented to its very best advantage. Personal Background Barbara grew up in Lodz, Poland where she received her BA in Economics and Real Estate Investment from the University of Lodz. Barbara ran a contemporary art gallery in San Francisco after a successful career in the fashion industry in Germany, Switzerland, England and Russia. She met her husband, Kim, in 1992 and they have three children. Kim has been in real estate since 1984 and he and Barbara periodically work as a team when representing clients. Together they are members of Coldwell Banker's prestigious President's Elite Team. Professional Affiliations and Community Service Barbara currently serves on the Events Planning and Awards Nominee committees for the Berkeley Community Fund. Berkeley's Community Fund raises monies for various local programs that qualify for grants. The grants total hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. Barbara is also involved in local schools, serving on committees that fundraise and apply for grants in order to provide better services to the children. Barbara is a Coldwell Banker International Previews Property Specialist and belongs to: Berkeley Association of Realtors California Association of Realtors National Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service Hobbies and Interests Barbara enjoys cooking, entertaining, skiiing and tennis, yoga and travel. She speaks Polish and some German and Russian.