Marsha was born and raised in Campbell River, where she helped her parents run a family fishing resort business. In 1985 she moved to Victoria to expand her wings and she fell in love with the city and has been here ever since. She started her business career at Monk Office managing retail stores and heading up the Purchasing Department. For the last 3 years of her 10 years with Monk she lead their Marketing Department. One of her legacies is "Monk Expo" which is their annual office product tradeshow which has been running for over 18 years.
Marsha is a kind and enthusiastic person who genuinely likes to work with people. She combines a very personable approach with a strong work ethic. Her competent and confident attitude is enhanced by a very caring and individual approach to each of her clients. Marsha is broad-minded and able to look at the big picture, while at the same time maintaining a focus on the details necessary to conduct any business transaction.
Marsha has over 20 years of Sales and Marketing experience in Victoria. During the last five years Marsha has worked with Artemis PR & Design and the last 2 years with Artemis as VP Sales & Marketing, managing accounts for several large companies and start up businesses. She has a keen eye for detail in business and is an excellent salesperson with strong negotiation skills. Her marketing experience is backed by a solid education in business. She has studied Business Administration at the University of Victoria as well as additional courses in marketing, advertising and sales.
Marsha has a wide range of interests including boating, travel, art and Reiki. A life-long resident of Vancouver Island, Marsha has a strong commitment to this community that has been reflected in her volunteer work with United Way, Victoria Hospice Society, and Victoria Hospitals Foundation. She has sat on the Boards for The Purchasing Managers Association, Advocates Toastmasters, DigitalEve, and is currently Vice-Chair of Vancouver Island School of Art.
Marsha brings to her Real Estate practice a vast expertise in business that is combined with an excellent ability to listen and focus on the particular needs of each of the individuals she works with on their very important decision to purchase a home.
Marsha was drawn to RE/MAX Camosun because of their stellar reputation both internally and as a leader in the Victoria Market and the added benefit of having over 60 offices worldwide.
Working with people to fulfill their holiday dreams at the Resort was Marsha's first career. For Marsha's final career helping people fulfill their home dreams seems just about perfect!
Testimonials:
"I met Marsha at the start of a new business venture, the Vancouver Island School of Art. This was a tremendous undertaking on my part and Marsha’s confidence in me and her professional approach to creating a brand for our institution as well as her ongoing consultation and advice was a monumental contribution to the development and expansion of our school. Marsha approached all of my concerns and questions, no matter how big or small, with a focused consideration. Her guidance from the start has been an invaluable resource and source of support to me as director of the school."
- Wendy Welch MFA, BFA, Executive Director Vancouver Island School of Art.
"In 13 years and 4 purchases, I have never made a purchase or sale decision without Marsha’s advice. I trust her completely to give me her honest opinion. She has made my decisions easier to make as she is so confident and clear about what is important to me."
- Tim Crawford CFP,CIM, F.C.S.I. Investment Advisor, CIBC Wood Gundy
