About:
Jonathan Marks, a long time Marin resident, entrepreneur, professional photographer, and family man, epitomizes that which is essential to succeed in the field of real estate. A skilled negotiator, hardworking, industrious, extraordinarily ethical, and ingeniously creative, Jonathan knows what it takes to ensure every real estate transaction is treated with the utmost of reverence and attention to detail it deserves whilst also maintaining a spirit of support, care, and all essential humor to the client. Having started his own licensed music and entertainment business in the mid-80's working with internationally renowned acts ranging from the Beatles and the Grateful Dead, to the Rolling Stones and Madonna, Jonathan built his business up to a multi-million dollar international success story, gaining arguably a level of notoriety in Japan normally reserved for actors and musicians of worldwide acclaim. Having tired of the frequent trips to Japan and wishing to spend his time closer to home with his wife and children, Jonathan decided to pursue his passion for real estate as a full-time vocation by aligning himself with Pacific Union. With over 18 years experience buying and selling residential and rental properties in Marin, San Francisco, and Sonoma Counties, Jonathan's boundless drive, unwavering enthusiasm and professionalism speak volumes about the kind of attention you will receive. In addition, Jonathan's lifelong dedication to sustainability and environmental causes is a driving force behind his ability to become an official Marin Green Business as well as to get certified as a Green Building Professional through Build It Green. Jonathan currently resides in San Anselmo with his wife and three children, Ginger the dog, Rory the bunny, Glory the rat, assorted fish, and yes, even sea monkeys. He is a member of the Marin Association of Realtors, the San Francisco Association of Realtors, the California Association of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors, as well as the American Society of Media Photographers, and the Advertising Photographers of America. Additionally, Jonathan is a Director on the Marin Association of Realtors Board of Directors, sits on the Advisory Board for Clean Offer, serves as the Vice-President on the Board of a local non-profit school, is the founder of the Bay Area-based Grateful Dads organization ( www.GratefulDads.com ), and has been an active volunteer with the Haight-Ashbury Free Medical Clinic since 1986.