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State Served: VA
Chamani Wanasinghe John
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Chamani John is a seasoned finance professional with over a decade of experience in the industry, having commenced her career in 2011. She began her journey at SunTrust Bank, where her exceptional performance garnered multiple awards. In 2018, Chamani transitioned to the role of Mortgage Loan Office leveraging her extensive background in mortgage banking and lending environments. Chamani is distinguished by her strong work ethic, exemplary communication abilities, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. Her roots trace back to Sri Lanka, and she actively engages with the Sri Lankan community.
Chamani holds a diploma in dress design and has completed the Physical Therapy Aid program.
Shannon Puglisse
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Shannon Puglisse is a seasoned mortgage broker with 4 years of experience, boasting a background in property management and facilities. With a quarter-century spent in Hampton Roads, VA, Shannon is deeply committed to the area and dedicated to securing the ideal loans for their clients. Shannon takes pride in their work at Buckingham Mortgage, a company renowned for its commitment to customer and employee development.
Shannon enjoys traveling, has a home in Pilar Azores, coaches Girls Soccer and composes music.
Nicole Svetlana Kalina
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Full time loan officer with a diverse background in finance and real estate. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Nicole began her career in a CPA firm, gaining valuable insights into financial management and analysis. From 2014 Nicole has immersed herself in the real estate industry, honing her expertise and understanding of market trends. Transitioning to the role of a loan officer six years ago, she has successfully closed dozens of loans, assisting clients in achieving their homeownership dreams and financial goals. Combining a solid foundation in accounting with extensive experience in both real estate and mortgage lending, Nicole offers clients a unique perspective and tailored financial solutions. Dedication to exceptional service and commitment to client satisfaction make her a trusted partner in the lending process.
Passionate about Holistic medicine, Matcha latte and Tea ceremonies! She organizes regular tea parties at our office.
Sasha Mrak Hendrickson
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Sasha is an American-Slovenian professional with over 15 years of proven expertise in international real estate development, marketing, media, and business development. She joined Buckingham Mortgage as a Director of Business Development. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing and also completed an Executive MBA program. Her career has spanned diverse industries including government contracting, real estate, non-profit, and publishing. She also has experience as an editor for specialized magazines focusing on leadership and people management. Currently, she serves as the President of the American-Slovenian Club in Washington, DC. Sasha was honored as an Ambassador of Diversity for the Slovenian Chapter of an EU Diversity Project and received the Woman of Excellence award from the Women Economic Forum in 2020. Prior to moving to the United States, she led one of the most influential non-profits for economic and leadership development in Slovenia.
She loves dancing, especially the Argentine tango, but don’t have much time due to having "a toddler who has more energy than a Duracell battery". She relaxes also with landscaping projects at her house. And with a glass of prosecco.
Gustavo “Gus” Suarez
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Gustavo Suarez is a mortgage professional with 15 years of experience in the financial field. Gustavo has been helping his clients understand the financial products and opportunities available and preparing them to achieve their goals in homeownership. Gustavo has been consistently recognized for his knowledge, professionalism, and his high level of engagement. He believes that creating an environment of trust and open communication goes a long way. In the years prior to Gustavo joining the real estate industry, he performed duties as a personal finance banker at organizations linked to the World Bank Group in Washington DC and other retail banks. The extensive knowledge he acquired during these years has helped him develop the analytical skills that contribute to better understanding a client’s financial situation and recommending the products that better fit their needs. Gustavo provides his services in English and Spanish. He enjoys educating and presenting the different options to make an informed decision when financing their home. His high work ethics, trustworthiness, responsibility and “Clients-First” mentality helped him create an excellent reputation in the industry. Buying a home is one of the biggest and most important decisions in life, you can count on Gustavo to guide you through that complicated process.
My dream is to create a non-profit in Peru to develop the skills around sports of financially under privileged kids to help them and their families get out of poverty.