I began my Real Estate career in 1976 at the Portola Valley office of Cornish and Carey and have spent my entire career working in the mid-peninsula. My goals have always been, and continue to be, hiring the right people, making sure they succeed and raising the bar for the real estate profession as a whole.
About Me
Managing Broker
Coldwell Banker
Wendy is a manager who is is always there for you, anytime of day or night. Agents problems never arrise between 9-5. When an issue comes up, help is only minutes away with Wendy. Her years of experience make it easy for her to guide you to the right answer. Wendy is the type of manager that you want to work hard for. Her words of encouragement and direction have made me the top 1% agent that I am today.
LB
Wendy is everything you could ask for in a manager. She is supportive, extremely knowledgeable and accessible anytime of the day or night. Even though she is a manager of three offices she is still able to reach out and provide feedback and insight to each individual agent. I feel very fortunate to be part of her team!
VT
Wendy is an awesome manager. No matter what the size of your business, Wendy treats all of her agents wit the same interest and professionalism. She makes herself available day or night and weekends, as well as work days. She is an amazing problem solver and a quick responder when she is needed. I have the highest respect for her and admire and am happy that I am part of her team.
I had the great pleasure of working with Wendy McPherson as my manager for almost ten years beginning in 2001. During that time I was a top producing agent in her office and I left her office to take the position of Managing Broker of the SF Lakeside Coldwell Banker office in San Francisco - Coldwell Banker's largest and most profitable office in the City.
Even before I joined Wendy's office I was drawn to her management style by her forthright straight talk about the business. After I joined the office I found that she was even better than I thought. Always honest and clear in her communication, she bends over backwards to make herself available at the drop of a hat for instant communication - what a God Send as an agent in the field to know that she is available. And her advice has always proved spot on.
In managing my 110+ agents in San Francisco, I've made it a point to follow her great example in dealing with agents - straight forward, reliable and available.
If you are thinking of joining Wendy's office - stop thinking and sign up.
Even before I joined Wendy's office I was drawn to her management style by her forthright straight talk about the business. After I joined the office I found that she was even better than I thought. Always honest and clear in her communication, she bends over backwards to make herself available at the drop of a hat for instant communication - what a God Send as an agent in the field to know that she is available. And her advice has always proved spot on.
In managing my 110+ agents in San Francisco, I've made it a point to follow her great example in dealing with agents - straight forward, reliable and available.
If you are thinking of joining Wendy's office - stop thinking and sign up.
EW
I have had the pleasure of working with Wendy for almost fourteen years. Not only is she smart, knowledgeable, compassionate, even handed and a terrific problem solver but she has a great sense of humor and just plain common sense. All of these qualities make her not only a superb manager but a great human being.
HC
I have had the pleasure of working with Wendy for over 20 years. She has the unique ability to comprehend all aspects of a sales transaction and offer quick, fair and unbiased advice. Wendy treats everyone with respect and possesses a great depth of knowledge about our business and industry, as well as an innate understanding of human behavior and personal relationships. Without question, Wendy is the best manager I have ever worked with and I am very proud to be part of her team.
JA
Wendy goes above and beyond as a manager. Her real estate knowledge, way to problem solve, realistic outlook, advice and charismatic way exceeds all expectations of a "normal" manager. Wendy will always go to bat for agents in her office and she is always available via phone, text or email. I feel so lucky to have Wendy as my manager as I have not only learned a ton about how to be a better, smarter, and more careful agent but purely knowing she is always there for me is invaluable!
JN
I started my career in residential real estate with Wendy some 23 years ago. I had a chance to talk with a few other managers at that time but had known from the minute I sat down with her that she was something special. While it is a managers job to take the new agents under their wing and show them the ropes, most managers I met would stop there. Since my first day, Wendy not only show me the ropes but helped me avoid many pitfalls along the way. While she can be nurturing, she is also very matter-of-fact and can see the forest for the trees. Besides being an outstanding person, she has that unparalleled ability to be supportive yet not be doting. If I come to her with a problem and I am right, she will circle the wagons to protect me. But if I am wrong, she will let me know and we will move on. That is what makes her a truly exceptional manager. I have never felt bridled when it comes to marketing. She has always been supportive and has always given me good and useful advice. I have always felt that the last thing you need from a manager is to be a yes-man or yes-woman. There is never been a time where I have wondered where she is. If I need to get a hold of her she's there and that is huge in our business. I also know that she knows when to be tough and tell it like it is and that has proven a genuine saver of my time and money over the past two dozen years that we've been together. At the end of the day, our business is tough and it is a person-to-person business. There is nobody I would rather go forward with than Wendy McPherson. And this isn't just me saying this. Our Menlo Park office, I believe, has had the least amount of turnover of any office around. There's a reason why so many of the top producers in our industry have stuck together here. If you have any questions about Wendy, feel free to call me at 650-888-4408.
To Whom It May Concern:
My name is Doug Gonzalez, I am a Realtor with Coldwell Banker. I have been a Realtor since 1985 and have experienced many markets, agents and managers over the years.
With that said, I would like to clearly support, recommend and say "thank you" to Wendy McPherson for being my manager for over 15 years! During this time I have been able to benefit from Wendy's straight forward approach and clear knowledge of the business. She holds you accountantable, offers support when needed and provides great guidance to the road of success!
Most Sincerely,
Doug Gonzalez
650-566-5324
Realtor
My name is Doug Gonzalez, I am a Realtor with Coldwell Banker. I have been a Realtor since 1985 and have experienced many markets, agents and managers over the years.
With that said, I would like to clearly support, recommend and say "thank you" to Wendy McPherson for being my manager for over 15 years! During this time I have been able to benefit from Wendy's straight forward approach and clear knowledge of the business. She holds you accountantable, offers support when needed and provides great guidance to the road of success!
Most Sincerely,
Doug Gonzalez
650-566-5324
Realtor
Wendy is a brilliant broker with many years of experience! She successfully runs multiple offices and manages several sales associates, and is an amazing employer. In all my years of experience, some people stand out for their great qualities and Wendy is one of those people. She is well known for her work ethic and leadership. She is extremely enthusiastic about her work which is infectious, makes it fun to learn, and easy to remember. She always has a creative, positive outlook and she’s good at bringing people together. Wendy! She’s the best!
I would recommend Wendy anytime!
Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance. I can be reached at 650-704-3064 or at Amelia.middel@cbnorcal.com.
I would recommend Wendy anytime!
Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance. I can be reached at 650-704-3064 or at Amelia.middel@cbnorcal.com.
GK
Wendy provides unwavering support to her offices, doesn't matter day or night, on vacation or not, she always makes herself available. Whether it's a question she knows the answer to or a nebulous area of the law, she walks through each and every step with you demonstrating super-human patience in order to reach the best solution or agreement.
And while she always seems to have all the answers, she doesn't wait for you to come to her. She is consistently engaged and involved with seemingly all offices' activities, giving helpful suggestions and thoughtful compliments where needed. Her encouragement and attention to detail both support and contribute to all of our successes.
And while she always seems to have all the answers, she doesn't wait for you to come to her. She is consistently engaged and involved with seemingly all offices' activities, giving helpful suggestions and thoughtful compliments where needed. Her encouragement and attention to detail both support and contribute to all of our successes.
Wendy McPherson is a knowledgable, fair, decisive real estate professional, whose extensive experience allows her to manage people well. She is responsive and dedicated to her profession. Her wonderful sense of humor and wit are added bonuses!
JD
Wendy is an outstanding manager. I have worked with her for many years. I am impressed by her knowledge of the market, her communication skills and enthusiasm. She has made every effort to help me out in any situation and does it with a very friendly, professional demeanor. She multi-tasks effectively and is able to advise and calm some frustrated, unrealistic buyers and sellers. I regularly receive unsolicited praise from my clients and other agents commending Wendy's attitude, knowledge and follow through. She is eternally upbeat, shows compassion in difficult circumstances and can be relied upon to give excellent support with a team player mind-set.
She has my highest recommendation because of these qualities (and more). I enjoy working with her.
She has my highest recommendation because of these qualities (and more). I enjoy working with her.
MB
Wendy is simply the best manager I've ever had. She's always available and willing/able to answer questions and offer advice. With several decades of experience in this business, she's seen everything! I take comfort in knowing that she's on my side!
TK
Wendy is hands down the best manager you could ever ask for. She is responsive, extremely knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond for her agents and their clients. She is a strong and confident leader who you want on your sideline in any and every situation. There is a reason so many of the top agents in the Peninsula and nationally work under her. It was the easiest decision I ever had to make when I switched firms after 30 minutes of meeting with Wendy.
CW
Wendy is the BEST manager ever! She is smart, wise, fair, respectiful, loyal and has a great sense of humor! She is very much admired and respected in the real estate community.
It is an honor to know such a wonderful person! She is consistenly amazing and awesome!! (from Roy Hills!!!)
It is an honor to know such a wonderful person! She is consistenly amazing and awesome!! (from Roy Hills!!!)
Wendy McPherson has been my manager for almost 8 years.
I would use superlatives to describe her. She is a fantastic manager. Here are some of the great things about Wendy:
* SUPER KNOWLEDGABLE; she's been in the business for decades & knows all of the answers
* INCREDIBLY SUPPORTIVE; she's encouraging and positive
* ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE to answer questions and provide feedback
* HIGH ETHICS; treats everyone with respect
* FUNNY & PERSONABLE
She's the best! I can't think of anything that I would change. I'm very fortunate to have her as my manager.
I would use superlatives to describe her. She is a fantastic manager. Here are some of the great things about Wendy:
* SUPER KNOWLEDGABLE; she's been in the business for decades & knows all of the answers
* INCREDIBLY SUPPORTIVE; she's encouraging and positive
* ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE to answer questions and provide feedback
* HIGH ETHICS; treats everyone with respect
* FUNNY & PERSONABLE
She's the best! I can't think of anything that I would change. I'm very fortunate to have her as my manager.
BM
Wendy is a very knowledgeable, experienced and responsive manager. She is readily available for her agents. Her experience enables her to provide insight and solutions when called upon.
