Meet
The Team
Broker / Owner
Ron brings over 23 years experience as a real estate broker and investor to the Beach Group. Originally from New Orleans, Ron grew up in Denver, Colorado and graduated from the University of Colorado. While in college, he was a property manager and the receiver of a residential property for Coast Savings of California. Upon graduating he teamed up with a group of Wall Street investors in the acquisition, development and management of numerous properties in three states, while also owning Professional Property Services, a full service property management and brokerage firm. He has been involved in over $500,000,000.00 in real estate transactions in his real estate car...
Broker / Owner
After graduating from the University of Northern Colorado, Andy promptly entered the field of real estate and earned his license in 1990. He began his career with a prominent national firm and quickly became a top producing agent in a very competitive and “hot” real estate market. He has averaged over 50 sales per year since 1991, is a member of the prestigious RE/MAX Hall of Fame, and has received numerous other awards in the field of real estate. He became a Real Estate Broker in 1997 with RE/MAX, and co-founded the Beach Group in 2003 with the goal of providing an exclusive boutique firm for valued clients. Andy has been involved in numerous real estate partne...
Realtor Associate
Stafford Von Hoene,a sales executive, has been with the Beach Group since June of 2004. He has lived in the area since 2002. Prior to Real Estate, Stafford was in the Mortgage business, acting as a loan officer. Mr. Von Hoene is a graduate of University of Alabama, and holds his B.S. degree in Marketing. He specializes along the Emerald Coast from Destin to Panama City, with the main focus in Walton County. www.BeachGroupFlorida.com Stafford.30ARealEstateGuide.com...
Vice President of Operations & Closings / Licensed Sales Associate
As the offices’ Broker Assistant and Transaction Coordinator, Cheryl provides our real estate professionals with the service they need to get from contract to closing seamlessly. Cheryl appreciates the demanding schedules of our Real Estate Agents. Cheryl assists our Real Estate Agents so they may concentrate on selling the next property. Prior to joining The Beach Group, Cheryl was the transaction coordinator for Porath & Associates, a real estate law firm, located in Destin. There she was an integral part of their closing team. Her knowledge of the closing process will be a great asset to the agents here at The Beach Group. Prior to moving to Florida, sh...
Sales Associate
I am grateful for the opportunity to live and work in real estate on the Emerald Coast, the most beautiful area in the world. I consider myself a true professional in every sense of the word–honest and loyal. By providing the exceptional customer service, I am totally committed to my clients. It is important to me that my clients have the best experience when purchasing a property or as a seller. I am a life-long resident of the Emerald Coast having lived in Navarre, Fort Walton Beach, and now Destin. My goal every day is to promote the Destin/30A lifestyle and make dreams come true! I believe that everybody should have the opportunity to experience the natural bea...
Sales Associate | Director of Marketing & Communications
After graduating from the University of Denver with a B.A. in Business Management, Amy began her career working in advertising sales and marketing for the new homebuilding industry. Growing up in an entrepreneurial environment inspired her to become a business owner, launching a successful marketing and design firm, iDesign, Inc. Throughout her 25+ years running her own company she has gained diverse customer service expertise working with various types of companies in multiple industries. Amy’s most rewarding project has been working with ESPN in event development over the past 10 years for winter and summer X Games in Aspen. Since she was young, Amy always had a ...
Sales Associate
Earning a masters degree in historic preservation from Boston University led Becki naturally to restoring antique homes in the Finger Lakes region of NY for the next 20 years. First licensed as an agent in 1990, and then an associate broker in NY, she worked with Amish craftsmen to recreate period homes respectfully. A long-time landlord and serial restorer, she loves the challenge of working with buyers to find a niche that suits them. Being able to visualize homes and landscapes with some changes is a wonderful skill, and combining that with a unique way to analyze and compare your property choices allows you to then use data to inform how you spend your hard-earne...
Sales Associate
I moved to the Santa Rosa Beach area in 2013 and immediately fell in love. As a kid it was always a dream of mine to live by the water. Growing up in Durango, CO surrounded by the San Juan and La Plata mountains, this seemed like a drastic change, however once I arrived, it instantly felt like home. I was immediately drawn to the many different developments along the coast and the different atmospheres they provide. There is truly a place for everyone and every lifestyle. From beachfront properties to sleepy dirt road Bayfront lots, it can be found. Understanding what feels like home to you is the ultimate goal. I feel very blessed to be with The Beach Group and this...
Realtor Associate
Tom brings nearly 30 years experience as Vice President of Sales for an engineered products company in Atlanta GA. He and his wife, Suzanne lived in Dunwoody Georgia for over 30 years. During that time they rented homes in Destin, Seaside, and all along scenic 30-A. They know the area well. In 2011 they sold their Atlanta home giving away all their “Stuff” and moved to their beach house in Carillon Beach as full timers. “Every day my wife asks me if I miss Atlanta. Every day I laugh and say absolutely not!” I have the ability to listen to your ideas and then bring properties that meet those needs without wasting your time. I look forward to helping ide...
Realtor Associates
Matt and Julie Fancher are natives of Atlanta, GA and began visiting the 30-A area in late 1999. After marrying in 2001 they became very familiar with South Walton through their numerous visits. They instantly fell in love with the small town feel and always considered 30-A to be their “home away from home”. They have owned several businesses, which have included mortgage banking, mortgage credit, real estate development, real estate investment, property management, restaurant ownership and disaster response. After selling their disaster response company in 2017 they became full-time residents of south Walton and joined The Beach Group where they hope to help oth...
Realtor Associate
Allan has been a licensed Realtor for more than 20 years in three states. He uses this experience to assist clients in finding their ideal home, condo or business location and just as important, assisting them in selling these types of properties. Since arriving in 2002, Allan has worked for such prominent developers as Legendary Inc. (Destin Commons), the St. Joe Company and Trammell Crow Residential where he was instrumental in developing two apartment communities totaling $100 million. Allan now focuses on the beach communities along Hwy 30A where he has been successfully representing buyers and sellers with their property needs. Allan is also an owner of many ...
Realtor Associate
After 15 years in sales, management and corporate training in the banking and cellular industry, Karen began her real estate career in Atlanta, Georgia. Karen and her family relocated in July 2006 to Seagrove Beach after developing property in the area for several years. Karen’s enthusiasm, strong ethics and her 100% satisfied customer base have made her an extremely successful Realtor®. Karen lives in Seagrove Beach with her husband, Cliff, her son, Blake and daughter, Erica. Karen enjoys tennis, cooking and spending time with her Golden Retriever, Summer. www.BeachGroupFlorida.com Karen.30ARealEstateGuide.com...
Realtor Associate
Shelby has served the beach communities of 30A, Destin and the Emerald Coast as a leader in the Hospitality and Luxury Vacation Rental Industry for over seventeen years. During that time, she has become immersed in the local community through her volunteer efforts and love for the destination. Her extensive local knowledge is a tremendous resource for anyone looking to relocate or invest in residential real estate along the coast. Shelby is known as a customer focused sales professional who is committed to delivering the highest level of service. She attributes her successful career to the relationships she has built along the way. Shelby’s dedication to meeti...
Realtor Associate
Leslie joined the Beach Group in January 2007. Leslie spent 20 years in the vacation ownership industry as a Senior Sales Executive with Marriott & Disney Vacation Clubs. She has spent the past 10 years on 30A in the Real Estate Market. Leslie lives in Blue Mountain Beach and enjoys art, music,the beach, boating, biking, and her dog Maxx. www.BeachGroupFlorida.com Leslie.30ARealEstateGuide.com...
Realtor Associate
Steve joins The Beach Group after a 30-year career in Hospitality and Human Resources leadership. Through those experiences, Steve honed his ability to listen, lead, and specialize in the customer experience. To advance his career, Steve moved around the country, buying and selling many homes. He found the buy/sell experience fascinating, realizing that he has a passion to make it better for his clients. Upon moving to the Emerald Coast, he founded a successful rental company allowing him to gain vast knowledge along with a love for the area. Steve is ready to deliver a great customer experience, helping you sell your home or find your vacation home, your invest...
Realtor Associate
Spend no more than 1 minute with this Florida-born Alabama-raised superstar to understand that her personality is simply an extension of her name: Joy Joy began her life long love of real estate while growing up in Decatur, Alabama at a time when the housing market there was at the beginning of its growth. She fondly recalls her fascination of watching the ground break on new homes in her Burning Tree neighborhood and seeing the transformation from dirt into a beautiful new residences filled with the addition of new families, and new friendships. Joy brings a personal creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to every facet of her life. By blending her love of the ...