SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Mark Machado and Chris Backer, two high-powered Zephyr agents, were officially sworn into their new posts with the Marin Association of Realtors® earlier this month. Mark Machado, 2017’s President-Elect, begins his term as President for the 1500-member association, and Chris Backer will serve on the Board of Directors.
Mark Machado entered the real estate industry 13 years ago and quickly established himself as a prominent presence. A San Francisco native and graduate from SF State University, he has achieved an impressive reputation and client base throughout Marin, San Francisco and Sonoma Counties as well as Lake Tahoe. He takes pride in creating successful transactions and making the experience an effortless one for both buyers and sellers. His broad network of contacts and colleagues covers every aspect of the home-buying process.
As stated by a satisfied customer, “if Mark’s helping you find a home, congratulations! Consider yourself fortunate – you’ve got the best.” – M.S., San Anselmo. Mark may be reached at mark@markmachado.net or 415.298.7027.
Chris Backer joins the Board of Directors and is a recent recipient of the Association’s Next Generation Award. The distinguished award was created to recognize leaders in the industry who demonstrate innovative ideas, insights and perspectives as well as a proactive attitude. Chris’s extensive legal background, in addition to his expertise in the Bay Area market, exhibits all those traits and more.
From a happy client, “I would never consider using anybody else when it comes to buying or selling a home in this area, period.” – Tim S., Sausalito. Chris is available at chris@chrisbacker.com or 415.729.4139.
“We are pleased to congratulate both Mark and Chris on their achievements with the Marin Association of Realtors® and on their consistently high standards,” commented Erinn Millar, Sales Manager at Zephyr’s Marin office.
Pictured left to right: Chris Backer and Mark Machado
About Zephyr Real Estate
Founded in 1978, Zephyr Real Estate is San Francisco’s No. 1 real estate firm with nearly $2.3 billion in gross sales and a current roster of more than 300 full-time agents. Zephyr’s highly-visited website has earned two web design awards, including the prestigious Interactive Media Award. Zephyr Real Estate is a member of the international relocation network, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World; the luxury real estate network, Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate; global luxury affiliate, Mayfair International; the local luxury marketing association, the Luxury Marketing Council of San Francisco; and the regional luxury real estate affiliation, the Artisan Group. Zephyr has eight locations across San Francisco, Marin, Alameda and San Mateo Counties and two brokerage affiliates in Sonoma County, all strategically positioned to serve a large customer base throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. For more information, visit www.ZephyrRE.com.