About Us

Nest Realty hatched in 2008—and has been reimagining what it means to be a real estate brokerage ever since.

We like to say that we’ve got the soul of a boutique brokerage, the tools and technology of an innovative startup, and the marketing and design chops of a creative agency.

At our core, the Nest way begins and ends with nurturing people. We take an ethical, professional approach to what we do and how we do it. We genuinely care for our clients and the people and issues that move them. We give honest advice that’s right for them. We build trust by doing what we say we’ll do. And we empower our clients and agents with the tools, technology, and insights they need to make the buying and selling experience easier, better, and actually enjoyable.

We’ve come a long way since we first opened our doors in Charlottesville, Virginia. Hundreds of agents and countless happy clients later, we’re proud of where we started, how we’ve evolved, and where we are now. Most of all, we’re excited to see where we go from here.

Quite simply, there’s no place like Nest.
We all share the same Nest

We welcome all—agents, clients, and community members. We are inclusive and respectful, because open minds lead to big ideas. And it’s just the right thing to do.

Lead with empathy

We work with people, not property. People are unique and so are their goals and dreams. It’s vital that we understand the goals of our clients...and work with them to help them achieve their vision for what success looks like.

Nest is a team sport

At Nest, we always work together for the greater good of our clients and our brand. We share the successes when we win and the heartbreak when we don’t. We support our fellow Nesters in any way that we can. We have personal accountability. And we do it all with humility.

Act like a startup

We must stay nimble and constantly look for ways to improve our services and enhance our brand. The world—and our industry—are continuously evolving and we must keep our eye on the future. Just because something worked in the past doesn’t mean it’s the best solution for tomorrow.

Design matters

Design builds trust. And beautiful, consistent design across all of our channels enhances the Nest brand for everyone. How we design print, digital, and experiences directly impacts our brand, so every Nester is responsible for upholding the high standards of design.

Build exceptional experiences

It’s a cliche, but the purchase or sale of a home is one of the largest decisions one makes. It’s our responsibility to make our clients’ journeys exceptional and memorable. We must go above and beyond to educate them, respond to their needs, and provide them with the highest quality service.

About Nest Realty
Our People
Taylor Ahn Art Director
Taylor Ahn
Art Director

How I Help Nest:
Leveraging her experience in graphic design and digital marketing to bring the Nest team's visions and stories to life.

Hidden Talent:
Restoring furniture.

Aaron Bible Senior Editor
Aaron Bible
Senior Editor

How I Help Nest:
Crafting and editing copy across every platform, channel and product that we produce, including our bi-annual NEST Magazine.

Hidden Talent:
Giving relationship advice.

Jasmine Bible Storyteller & Content Manager
Jasmine Bible
Storyteller & Content Manager

How I Help Nest:
Digging deep to bring compelling and useful content to life for Nest clients.

Hidden Talent:
Being a cinema continuity connoisseur.

Paigelee Chancellor Vice President of Marketing
Paigelee Chancellor
Vice President of Marketing

How I Help Nest:
Continually working to elevate the Nest brand to build trust with clients and delight agents.

Hidden Talent:
Spontaneous songwriting.

Megan Chandler-Melton Art Director
Megan Chandler-Melton
Art Director

How I Help Nest:
Collaborating with Nest’s marketing and design teams to take on challenges and make creative visions a reality.

Hidden Talent:
(Badly) singing ’90s camp songs from memory.

Willy Clair Senior Marketing Project Manager
Willy Clair
Senior Marketing Project Manager

How I Help Nest:
Meeting challenges head-on to deliver fresh and innovative marketing ideas.

Hidden Talent:
Spotting dogs in crowded places.

Keith Davis Principal Broker / Partner
Keith Davis
Principal Broker / Partner

How I Help Nest:
Being Nest's go-to market data pro and using a diverse skillset and years of experience to keep Nest evolving.

Hidden Talent:
Cooking (way more than just omelettes).

Gilly Davison Marketing Project Manager
Gilly Davison
Marketing Project Manager

How I Help Nest:
Keeping marketing projects on track by promoting sanity and structure.

Hidden Talent:
Expert backyard gardening.

Jim Duncan Associate Broker / Partner
Jim Duncan
Associate Broker / Partner

How I Help Nest:
Working as a Realtor in the Charlottesville area since 2001 and helping the Nest brand continue to thrive.

Hidden Talent:
Taking decent photographs while riding a bike at 30mph.

Liz Eure Designer
Liz Eure
Designer

How I Help Nest:
Working hand-in-hand with marketing to bring bold ideas to life through inspired design.

Hidden Talent:
Spotting typos in the wild.

Emily Fenger Marketing Program Manager
Emily Fenger
Marketing Program Manager

How I Help Nest:
Helping to strategically map out the flock's flight towards client nurturing, from take off to landing, one marketing program at a time.

Hidden Talent:
Curating a nostalgic 90s road trip playlist.

Graeme Jenvey Video Producer
Graeme Jenvey
Video Producer

How I Help Nest:
Using creativity and visual storytelling skills to create video content for homeowners, buyers, and sellers alike.

Hidden Talent:
Woodworking.

Jonathan Kauffmann Strategy Director
Jonathan Kauffmann
Strategy Director

How I Help Nest:
Continuing to oversee Nest’s ongoing growth, evolution, and success.

Hidden Talent:
Useless 1980s baseball stats

Elise Moya-Watkins Graphic Designer
Elise Moya-Watkins
Graphic Designer

How I Help Nest:
Working with the Marketing team to come up with creative solutions and beautiful designs for the Nest community.

Hidden Talent:
Winning at Mario Kart.

Taylor Titus Head of Strategic Operations
Taylor Titus
Head of Strategic Operations

How I Help Nest:
Working to offer innovative tools and services that help all Nesters’ businesses run seamlessly.

Hidden Talent:
Caning furniture.

Kathy Walsh Director of Accounting
Kathy Walsh
Director of Accounting

How I Help Nest:
Using a background in accounting and operating systems to help Nest continue to grow and increase efficiency.

Hidden Talent:
Knees-on-the-wheel driving (not Nest-recommended).