What do grape-stained feet, a fashion sketchbook, small-business consulting and a cleanly negotiated contract have in common? For Candace, they’re all chapters of the same story: learning to see clearly, move decisively, and put people first. We hand her the mic to trace the path from Oregon’s boutique wineries to a real estate practice built on trust, taste, and relentless follow-through.
Candace opens up about harvest days in the Willamette Valley, where she experienced doing everything from pouring flights for guests to standing waist-deep in fermenting grapes. That grit shaped her process mindset: prepare carefully, adapt quickly, and protect quality end to end. Pair that with fashion design training and you get a rare talent in showings—someone who can help clients visualize how a space might live, not just how it looks today. Black walls stop being a problem; they become a plan. Small changes unlock big potential.
We also dig into the reality of career change and exam anxiety. Candace shares how disciplined study and a willingness to face discomfort gave her a new lane, and how that rigor now benefits buyers and sellers under pressure. Her sales background isn’t about scripts; it’s about consultative listening, smart questions, and principled negotiation that defends client outcomes without the pushy vibe people dread.
A powerful through-line is her service to military families. With a Navy veteran husband and deep community ties, Candace understands PCS moves, compressed timelines, and the emotional load of relocating every two to three years. She leverages VA expertise and a trusted referral network to match families with the right neighborhoods, schools, and support systems, whether they’re arriving or shipping out. It’s more than a purchase; it’s a landing.
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For more information about Winderlea Vineyard & Winery, where Candace previously worked and is mentioned in this episode, visit their website at winderlea.com.

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