Kat Hitchcock, Hitchcock & Associates
Kat Hitchcock, LEAD REALTOR®, GRI, Hitchcock and Associates, A Texas Native, graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Corporate Communications & Business Foundations. Kat spent seven years working in the advertising and marketing industry which she credits with her ability to negotiate, her creative problem-solving skills and her ability to market her listings. Over the past several years she has achieved a reputation in Santa Barbara for providing quality Real Estate service based on integrity, knowledge, and professionalism. She believes no job is too small and no task is unattainable.

Mark Schniepp, Ph.D., California Economic Forecast
Dr. Mark Schniepp directs the California Economic Forecast in Santa Barbara. The company prepares forecasts and economic commentary on the regional economies of California. He also prepares economic analysis and county level forecasts for Caltrans and other organizations.

Caitlin McCahill Hensel, Hayes Commercial Group
Caitlin McCahill Hensel, Associate, Hayes Commercial Group. Caitlin Hensel has earned a reputation for attention to detail, market knowledge and exceptional client service for both corporate and family-run clientele. She represents clients throughout the South Coast in the sales and leasing of commercial property, including office, retail, industrial, and land. Caitlin is one of the region’s most active agents and has averaged more than 40 transactions annually over the past five years. She has been awarded both “Top 50 Women in Business” and “40 Under 40” honors for the tri-county area by the Pacific Coast Business Times.

Brett Weichbrod, Channel Wealth
Brett earned his B.S. from the University of San Diego in business and finance and completed his master’s in business, with a finance emphasis, from Pepperdine University. His experience includes over 7 years working for Pacific Investment Management Company (PIMCO), where he worked with institutional investors building fixed income portfolios and custom bond strategies. He began his career in Newport Beach at Canterbury Consulting, where he built a sound foundation in analyzing and providing recommendations within small corporate retirement plans and not for profit organizations.

Since 2015, Brett has enjoyed living and working as a wealth advisor in the Santa Barbara area. During this time, he has developed a passion for educating and working with individuals and nonprofit organizations alike.  He maintains his CA insurance license and the Series 7, 65, and 63.