Claud is excited to bring a fresh perspective into the world of luxury real estate.

Born in England and graduating from Manchester University with a BSC Honors Degree in International Hotel Management, Claud understands that a fine balance of world-class hospitality mixed with a successful career in business sales and industry analytics, ensures that his clients welcome service levels that exceed expectations and set new standards within our real estate community.

Claud is committed to a “people first” approach where strong communication and listening skills are critical for success – “By truly listening to your clients, you become a more impactful communicator and thus better understand their needs. For me this is the foundation of building emotional connections within each interaction.”

A successful managerial career spanning over 20 years in world-class destination hotels, wineries, and the U.S. beer industry has enabled Claud to develop his understanding of creating unique, personalized experiences under the umbrella of exceptional branding.

“I love to think ‘outside the box’ by creating individual sales stories through the use of innovative technology, data analytics and market knowledge to ensure I successfully negotiate the best deals for my clients.”

Having lost their family home in the 2017 Tubb’s fire, Claud witnessed first-hand the strength of real estate and what calling a place ‘home’ really meant – “Watching communities rebuild, neighbors reconnect, and new friendships develop, provided me the unparalleled desire to support the growth and development of the remarkable communities we live in.”

Claud is proud to call Sonoma County home, residing in Santa Rosa with his wife Hannah and two daughters, Annika and Amelia. They love the community they live in for its Northern California lifestyle and endless bounty of outdoor adventure.

As an agent at Sotheby’s International Realty, Claud loves to introduce his clients to uniquely exceptional homes that provide a distinct connection to our community; homes with majestic views, access to hiking trails, a treasured backyard for friends and family to gather, leisurely neighborhood walks or simply an ease of access for getaways to mountains, lakes, or oceans.