SPERRY VAN NESS - Key Persons


Allison Grant

Allison grew up in a small town outside of Chicago, she was raised in a hardworking family within the hospitality industry. Working in the service industry from such a young age allowed her to see and learn what it takes to satisfy the needs of others. She graduated from Columbia College of Chicago with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Television. Allison resides in the Eastbluff neighborhood of Newport Beach with her two sons. She has immersed herself in the community, proudly volunteering with many different local organizations. Finding the right area for families with school aged children is something she loves to do. Allison works very hard at being resourceful and is determined to make your buying and selling process run smoothly. Her attention to detail and an eye for design will allow her the ability to hand select the perfect properties and neighborhood that will meet your needs. She specializes in cross country moves, having done multiple moves before. If she had free time, she would be saying yes to more volunteer opportunities, hanging at the beach with her boys, exploring Southern California, attending professional sporting events, going to concerts, comedy shows, dining out with friends and traveling the world.

Brian Sperry

Job Titles:
  • Team Leader
  • Coldwell Banker Realty DRE
  • Real Estate Coldwell Banker
Specializing in Orange County coastal home sales, Brian Sperry is esteemed by clients and colleagues alike for his innovative marketing, negotiation skills, tenacity, and professionalism. Brian was brought up in commercial real estate at Sperry Van Ness, a firm that his father started. There, he developed a strategic, analytical approach to selling, and was a top producer. As a residential agent, Brian has successfully facilitated over 300 Southern California home sales. He joined Coldwell Banker so he could be a part of something innovative and exciting while providing clients with a sophisticated, streamlined experience. Through Coldwell Banker and his custom tech stack, Brian has access to industry-leading, data-driven technology that enables him to price homes more accurately, pinpoint the best time to list, and craft tailored marketing solutions for your property. And with access to a vast network, he's able to instantly share listings across the country and around the globe, in turn delivering better results for his valued clients. Brian has a wealth of market knowledge and is well-versed in both local and national real estate. He offers sellers white-glove concierge services to prepare your home for listing. While constantly studying and utilizing the latest in marketing trends, Brian does everything in his power to maximize your home's market potential. No matter how complex a transaction, Brian remains calm and attentive, assuring that you feel comfortable with every decision the way and that no detail is overlooked. He is sensitive to his clients' needs and strives to eliminate common stressors encountered in the selling process. With an ever-expanding list of repeat and referral clients, Brian is happy to work with all types of sellers looking to change their lifestyles. Brian lives in Newport Beach with his wife, Danielle, their three sons and daughter. They are very active in their community, One Ford Road, members of the Balboa Bay Club and attend Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church. As a cancer survivor, Brian and his family have decided to give a percentage of every transaction back to an organization near and dear to them, Miracles for Kids.

Lisa Petersen - COO

Job Titles:
  • Director of Operations

Taryn Battram

Job Titles:
  • Real Estate Agent
Taryn is a licensed real estate agent and native of Laguna Beach. She was born and raised in Emerald Bay and attended Harbor Day School and Corona del Mar High School. She has a deep understanding of the region, and an extensive Orange County network. Real estate is in her DNA, as she comes from a family of successful local Real Estate developers and professionals, and as a result has a deep knowledge of the field. Her profound ability to listen to clients, tenacious attention to detail and innate skill in interpersonal relations, has helped her deliver exceptional customer service to her clients.

Tracy Davis

Job Titles:
  • Staff Member

Travis Goodnow

Job Titles:
  • Associate