TOP 10 PRODUCERS KW PASADENA JULY
Help Us Congratulate July’s Top 10 Producers
A New Peak of High-Performance at Keller Williams Pasadena
July has been a month of extraordinary achievements at Keller Williams Realty Pasadena, and today we shine a well-deserved spotlight on our Top 10 Producers—an elite group of agents whose talent, strategy, and commitment helped their clients move forward, often during challenging market conditions. These high achievers demonstrate not only individual excellence, but the kind of leadership and professionalism that define our entire market center.
Let us extend our heartfelt gratitude to:
The Berns Team, Leslie Zhang, Espi Bagwell, Jessica Romero, Melina Kalachian, Sylvia Vega, Annie Wang, Roger Phillips, Kevin Hurley, and Kevin Lutz.
Thank you for trusting your clients—and your careers—to us. Your work continues to elevate our firm, inspire your peers, and foster deeper confidence in our brand.
Leaders at Work
Leslie Zhang, though a newer name in the industry, brings significant momentum: in just three years, she has closed over 40 transactions totaling nearly $98 million, with an average sale price of around $2.4 million. Her precision, calm handling of complexity, and advocacy for her clients have rapidly forged her reputation in neighborhoods like Beverly Crest, South Pasadena, and Arcadia.
Espi Bagwell + Partners represents the gold standard in luxury representation and investment power within Pasadena and Southern California real estate. Their team, operating since well before 2023, consistently ranks among the top 1% of teams at KW Pasadena for volume and units closed—achieving over $21 million in sales in 2024 alone.
Jessica Romero stands out for her calm under pressure and capacity to close deals others might avoid. Recently celebrated as a Top 10 Individual Agent in the KW Inland Empire, she has closed more than 330 transactions in the last year alone, a testament to her dedication and unwavering performance.
Melina Kalachian is a recognized force in commercial real estate. With nearly 29 years of experience heading the Kalachian Investment Group, she’s guided over $1 billion in commercial property transactions through a rigorous 26-step marketing system.
Sylvia Vega brings decades of community leadership and real estate expertise. Named Rookie of the Year in 2010, she has since become known for her honesty, dedication, and trusted presence in Pasadena, serving in civic roles while consistently ranking among the top 10 percent of KW Pasadena agents.
Annie Wang, originally featured on KW Pasadena’s site, combines more than 15 years of real estate and neighborhood expertise with an academic background in sociology and management. Clients benefit from her thoughtful strategy, grounded in both data and strong interpersonal relationships.
Roger Phillips is a seasoned commercial expert who has shaped more than 1,000 residential lots, assembling and leading development teams in projects valued at over $200 million in California and Arizona.
Kevin Hurley, founder of KW Commercial’s Bridge Investment Group, brings decades of multifamily investment experience. Since 1996, he’s advised both institutional and individual investors across the San Gabriel Valley—managing every detail from acquisition strategy to closing.
Kevin Lutz rounds out our Top 10 with a storied history in commercial real estate—over $700 million in multifamily sales through the San Gabriel Valley and Tri-City areas. He brings strategic clarity and steady execution, honed through leadership roles.
The Berns Team has become synonymous with marketing innovation in La Cañada Flintridge and beyond. Since 2012, Jason and Laura Berns have helped over 1,150 families buy and sell homes using their signature “6-Day Blitz” and “10-Day Blitz” campaigns. Consistently rated among the top agents in both LA County and the San Gabriel Valley, they also share their success with the community through over $3 million in philanthropic giving under the Berns Team Blessings initiative.
Looking Ahead: Your Invitation Beyond Congratulations
At Keller Williams Realty Pasadena, congratulating our top producers is only part of the story. As OP Ken Parsons and Team Leader Gabriel Perez like to say, your success reflects the strength of our culture, systems, and collaborative spirit—and it is that culture we invite you to explore as well.
If you are a real estate professional outside the KW family and you're hearing your own ambition echo in the accomplishments above, consider talking to us about your next chapter. We offer unmatched training, robust branding support, and a compensation model designed for long-term wealth creation.
To start the conversation, reach out to:
Gabriel Perez, Team Leader
Phone: 626-204-3303
Email: gabrielcruzperez@kw.com
Website: kwpasadena.com
To our agents—congratulations on your well-earned recognition. Your exceptional performance continues to raise the bar for what’s possible. And to anyone intrigued by what it could be like to grow within a supportive, high-performing brokerage—let’s talk.
Here’s to continuing to shape the future of real estate—together.
— Ken Parsons, OP & Owner
— Gabriel Perez, Team Leader
Keller Williams Realty Pasadena – DRE #01444805
Voted #1 Brokerage in Pasadena, Pasadena Weekly, 2023 & 2024
Join Our Growing Brokerage
At Keller Williams Realty Pasadena, we are committed to fostering growth and excellence. If you are a non-Keller Williams agent interested in exploring new career opportunities and achieving your professional goals, we invite you to connect with us.
Contact Information:
Gabriel Perez
Team Leader
Phone: 626-204-3303
Email: gabrielcruzperez@kw.com
We are proud to have been voted the #1 Brokerage in Pasadena by Pasadena Weekly in both 2023 and 2024.
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