Community Service

A resident and home owner in Santa Barbara and Montecito for over 26 years, Charlene has been a prominent and respected participant in the growth and development of the community.

Arriving in Santa Barbara in 1980, Charlene spent the first 8 years of her tenure in Santa Barbara as General Manager of the world-class, destination resort, Four Seasons Biltmore Hotel. Under her leadership, the Biltmore enjoyed heightened profitability, superior customer service and total renovation and expansion.

Charlene willingly volunteers her time and efforts in support of community projects and organizations that benefit and improve the quality of life within Santa Barbara County.

Throughout the years, Charlene has been actively involved in the following venues:

• Music Academy of the West, Women's Auxiliary
• Braille Institute of America, Women's Auxiliary
• Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce - Board of Directors
• Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - Executive Commitee
• Santa Barbara Conference and Visitors Bureau - Founder and President
• Santa Barbara Symphony - Board of Directors
• Santa Barbara Art Museum - Women's Board
• Montecito Association - Member
• American Heart Association - Board Member
• Leading Edge

In all endeavors, Charlene Nagel continues to surpass the expectation levels of her clients, peers and real estate affiliates. Her exceptional productivity earns her the distinction of being ranked in the top 2% of Santa Barbara County real estate agents annually. Additionally, Charlene is ranked within the top 10 agents for Village Properties. A personable leader and talented negotiator, Charlene enjoys unequalled respect from all individuals she encounters.

With her extensive contacts in the Santa Barbara business community and her "inside" knowledge of the area, Charlene was drawn to the real estate industry where her success was immediate and ongoing.