Maui Meyer

Maui Meyer found Hood River in 1985 as part of the Windsurfing World Tour. He immediately fell in love with Hood River, and returned to live full time in 1991, after graduating from Cornell University, in Ithaca New York. "Hood River had a strong draw, and it literally came down to making a choice about love of a place over the ability to make money" says Meyer. "It was a Good Decision"

In 1991, Meyer opened the Sixth Street Bistro, and a few years later, with additional partners, began a construction company, Nisei, then Copper West, Oregon Growers and Shippers, and most recently, Celilo Restaurant. "Each of the Businesses focus on a small part of a successful small scale economy based on the Conservation model" Says Meyer. "Copper West isn't about Real Estate Sales as much as it's about being a trusted negotiator, and local "expert-advisor" to the process."

Meyer Lives in Downtown Hood River with his Wife, Son Nathaniel and Daughter Julia.
To contact Maui, please email him at maui@copperwest.com

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Bill Irving

Bill joined Copper West Properties in 2003. Bill is a former Andersen consultant and has spent time at Nike and various start-ups in the technology sector including Trailworks.com and PreCash, Inc. Bill brings excellent problem solving skills and experience with large complex, high value transactions.

To contact Bill, please email him at bill@copperwest.com

Hunter Lowery
Broker

Hunter Lowery discovered the Columbia River as a child and in 1999 was able to make the year round move, as he was drawn back by the area's wealth of outdoor recreation and vibrant quality of life. Hunter is originally from Washington State but relocated to the Gorge from Arcata, CA where he completed a Masters of Science from Humboldt State University's School of Natural Resources. An avid traveler, Hunter volunteered with the Peace Corps in Madagascar, explored whitewater in Central America, and played competitive soccer in East Africa. He values his experiences meeting new people as some of his most insightful education. Hunter has continued his exploration all over the Gorge and is continually amazed at the abundant beauty and uniqueness of the area.

Today, Hunter's enthusiasm for sharing the Gorge is apparent in his intimate knowledge of the area, local markets, and his involvement in community activities. Hunter lives downtown with his wife Stacy and three four-legged, furry children.

To contact Hunter, please email him at hunter@copperwest.com

Judy Dutcher
Broker/Office Mgr

An entrepreneurial spirit cultivated in the family ski business in Aspen Colo. has lead Judy to her new position as Broker at Copper West. A resident of the Gorge since 1973, Judy spent 10 years as Human Resource Manager at Mt. Hood Meadows, and then started her own temporary staffing/placement firm in Hood River in 1989. In 1996 she sold this company to the national firm, Barrett Business Services. After a brief hiatus, Judy joined Copper West in June 2005 as the Office Manager. She received her Oregon’s brokers license in August 2006 and later that year she became licensed in Washington as well.

Judy knows the area and the people of Hood River. She is past President of the Hood River Rotary Club and remains deeply involved in many community projects. She loves a challenge be it work related or in the outdoors. Judy lives in the upper valley with her dog Zelda and enjoys skiing, mountain biking and many other recreational activities as often as possible.

To contact Judy, please email her at judy@copperwest.com

Carmen Tuttle
Broker/Office Asst.

Carmen is life-long resident of Hood River, but still feels very privileged to live, work, and play in the beautiful Columbia Gorge. She began to develop a spirit of entrepreneurship at a young age while working with her parents at Nicholas Photography. This gave her an excellent opportunity to develop her organizational and people skills. She is in tune with the goals of our community, as she has worked on many community service projects through the years. Since 1996, she has been a Wedding Coordinator, and for the past 6 years, she has also owned and operated a Home Maintenance business. Serving people is what Carmen loves to do. Let her help you make your dreams come true! Carmen lives with her husband Kevin on the West side of Hood River.

To contact Carmen, please e-mail her at carmen@copperwest.com

Stacey Shaw
Broker

Stacey Shaw has a passion for service and communication. Her roots in the Gorge go five generations deep. She feels at home near the Columbia River, and loves sharing this dynamic region with others. After spending several years living and working in Colorado, Arizona, and Mexico, she returned to the Gorge in 1999.

At 21, Stacey earned her Private Pilot’s license in the Gorge, and spent some of her youth exploring the area by plane. She holds an M.A in Education and has taught in the public schools of Hood River, White Salmon and The Dalles. Stacey currently owns a wine retail company that highlights the wonderful wines of the region. She is very involved with the community, and currently serves on the Boards of two local non-profits. When Stacey isn’t working, she loves creating art, practicing yoga, and speaking Spanish.

To contact Stacey, please e-mail her at Stacey@copperwest.com

Katie Cassady
Office Asst.

Katie graduated from Hood River Valley High School in 2006. She has worked in sales at Mt. Hood Meadows Kid Ski, and interned at Design Structures as an administrative assistant. She is working towards her AA degree in Business Management. Katie would like to own a business and have a family someday. She plans to travel but will always return to her home in the Columbia Gorge. Katie lives in Odell and enjoys hiking and mountain biking.