Merri Ann Simonson’s story is similar to many of her clients; she was introduced to the islands in 1978 through boating when she began spending weekends fishing, diving and camping. She built a second home on Garrison Bay in 1989, and began commuting from the Seattle area most every weekend. In 1995 she relocated to San Juan Island permanently and joined Coldwell Banker San Juan Islands.  During her 14 years as a Sales Associate, Merri Ann was named REALTOR of the Year in 2000 and 2003, has been a member of the Coldwell Banker Diamond Society since 1998 and has served on the San Juan County Board of REALTORS since 1996. Merri Ann was the Designated Broker for Coldwell Banker for the last two years and now holds the position of Sales Manager/Agent.  Her experience as Designated Broker has further enhanced her abilities to serve her clients.  Merri Ann says “I enjoy working in real estate and my 19 years experience in the banking industry helps me assist those who have the same goal as I did.  The properties sell themselves so all I have to do is use my real estate expertise to insure the transactions are handled properly.” And she does!