About us
Our Team
Meet our knowledgeable team, committed to serving you for all of your real estate and mortgage needs.
John Paul Sazon
Managing Broker
John Paul Sazon, also known as JP, grew up on the east side of San Gabriel Valley in the small Walnut city. Growing up with both parents in the Real Estate and Mortgage industry, it is easy to see how he got into the business. His passion for the industry surfaced in the third grade, where he learned how to operate his own business and understand the profits he would make just by playing with monopoly money! He was able to use his money to purchase small items at the concession stand. This is where JP’s love for entrepreneurship began!
After high school, JP attended UCR and obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing and sociology. After graduating, he became a marketing director at Tokyo Ultra Lounge in Hollywood. He also held the recruiter position for an IT firm in Newport Beach. Not long after, JP obtained his Real Estate and Mortgage broker licenses at 24. He learned many different positions, ranging from transaction coordinator to escrow sales representative.
JP holds many valuable experiences, from as far back as his childhood to the present time, that have greatly prepared him for the leadership role he upholds as the managing broker and owner of CENTURY 21 Cristal Cellar. His passion for people shows through his support and encouragement for his team. Not only does he value the time spent with his team, but he also loves to spend quality time with his clients.
In his downtime, JP enjoys hanging out with his wife and two kids. In the Sazon household, every Friday night is movie night! Some of his favorite hobbies are snowboarding, riding his e-bike, barbecuing with friends, traveling, and enjoying some good whiskey!
Jeanette Tarroza
Recruitment Director
On the weekends, my husband and I love exploring new adventures with our two kids while creating lifelong core memories for them. I realized long ago that this is a luxury not everyone is fortunate enough to have. Naturally, I fell into a career in recruiting, and it brings me great joy to give people opportunities that can help them maintain a comfortable lifestyle. I’ve been in recruiting for about 8 years now and have had the pleasure of watching my hires blossom in their field. If you have any interest at all in The Real Estate or Mortgage Loan industry – let me help you!
Having my BFA in Graphic Design from Otis College of Art and Design helps me to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to cater to your needs. Let’s get you into your dream career today!
Erica Gomez
Marketing Director
Unlike the traditional Real Estate professional, Erica Gomez comes from the Healthcare
industry. Studying Public Health in undergrad and Healthcare Management in graduate school,
Erica continues to pursue her passion for improving access to healthcare for the population at
hand.
Her compassionate and detailed values help her provide exceptional service in
the Real Estate and Mortgage Industry.
Being a part of the administrative team, she helps coordinate and audit all files and
facilitate the various services our brokerage provides. Not to mention, she helps plan all
events and meetings. She genuinely enjoys event planning and connecting with the team. As an
executive assistant, she wears many hats and covers all the behind-the-scene operations.
Leon Chen
Office Administrator
Leon Chen is an Office Administrator for Century 21 Cristal Cellar; he joined in 2022. He has an
educational background in Management and Human Resources and received his Bachelor’s
from Cal Poly Pomona. After getting the opportunity to work closely with his managerial broker,
he has been able to grow as a better person and understand the industry more to strive for
perfection. He enjoys for his past time playing golf, and having people he works with that share
the same passion allows for bonds to be built. He enjoys smoking cigars and drinking
whiskey with his friends in his free time.
Eunice Alarcon
Agent
Based in San Diego, Eunice is an agent who specializes in residential real estate. She believes in strong work ethics, determination, and the need to exceed her client’s goals by finding their perfect dream home. Her passion for families and her love of helping people are what brought her into the real estate field. As a dedicated agent, Eunice is committed to working above and beyond her client’s needs. She believes home is a place where most of our important memories are created, remembered, and cherished. Contact her today to help you reach your goals in finding or selling the right home for you.
Patrick Alarcon
Agent
A San Diego native with a background in Psychology, Patrick joined the Cristal Cellar team immediately after finishing his college degree at the age of 25. He was one of our very first associates to extend our services throughout San Diego county and surrounding areas. With a strong passion for building meaningful relationships and ‘sealing deals’, Patrick takes pride in providing the ultimate client experience through knowledge empowerment, clear lines of communication, and implementing unique strategies. “Bridging the gap between dreams and reality.
Nathaniel Hartmankok
Agent
Nathaniel Hartmankok is one of the two very skilled “Nate”s in the office. A very resourceful agent who has a background in many industries. If you are looking for someone who can cover all bases, Nathaniel is just the right guy! Specializing in sales most of his career, he has mastered many trades and hobbies which makes him easy to connect with. Despite no one in his family knowing any language but English, Nathaniel learned Spanish as a second language, and is learning Arabic and Tagalog now. Aside from Real Estate, Nate loves regularly partaking in extreme sports, playing music, and making art.
Nathan Topete
Agent
Specializing in ALL aspects of real estate, from loans to sales; investments to interest rates, Nathan Topete is one of our knowledgable agents here at Cristal Cellar. He studied entrepreneurship in college, and after being a hard-working automotive technician decided to get his foot in the door with real estate. Within his first week of being licensed, Nathan had a deal in Escrow, and within the first year owned his first rental property. He is a trustworthy, consistent, living example of commitment to his clients and continues to provide excellent service on a daily basis. When he is not in the office, Nate enjoys being with friends, discovering new local venues, and riding motocross.
Kevin Kwan
Agent
Born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley, Kevin has been serving the real estate community since 2005. Kevin attended the University of California at Riverside where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Business Economics with an emphasis in Finance. Upon graduating college Kevin pursued a career in real estate at a very early age. Over his career, Kevin has seen both the highs and lows of the real estate market, and the primary focus has always been achieving the goals of his clients based on a few fundamental principles. The principles are integrity, innovation, and transparency with the client top of mind. These simple principles he follows have generated quick and efficient results for his clients. Saving his clients not only time but money as well. Kevin is a top agent in the San Gabriel Valley and has also volunteered his time in the industry becoming the youngest president in 2016 of the West San Gabriel Valley Realtors. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to the industry, including REALTOR of the Year in 2017 as well as the Centurion award (given to the top producing agents within Century 21) in 2015, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
Matthew Magallanez
Agent
An entrepreneur at heart, Matthew Magallanez is a successful real estate agent known for his professionalism, responsiveness, knowledge, and efficiency. He takes pride in educating and advising his clients on a wide array of areas and property types, and he finds fulfillment by connecting to each client on a personal level. Matt joined Century 21 Cristal Cellar with extensive knowledge in real estate with several family members in the business and investing in multiple properties. Matthew demonstrated his tenacious and hardworking skills by opening escrow in his first month of obtaining his real estate license. Matt loves working with first-time buyers, investors, or seasoned homeowners looking to sell. Matt is a sports enthusiast. His favorite teams are LA Dodgers and LA Rams. He loves spending time and traveling with his girlfriend. He loves to golf and go camping with his family in his spare time.
Josephine Pham
Agent
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In 2013 when I went through the process of buying my first home in San Gabriel Valley, it was quite a revelation for me. From looking at dozens of listings to making offers and reviewing selling documents, I enjoyed every bit of it. It was like I have graduated to my next chapter of life! So much so, that I decide to leave the banking industry and ended my 10-year tenure with Union Bank to pursue a career in Real Estate. My time served in retail banking has taught me so much in professional customer & team relationships, leadership skills, money & time management, and the list goes on and on…
Today, being a real estate investor myself with the business skills I have learned through my professional endeavors and combining my educational background in Business Administration & Marketing, I’m proud to call myself a trusted Realtor Partner when it comes to selling and buying homes. In a constantly changing real estate market, the process of selling or buying a home may seem complicated and overwhelming. As your trusted Realtor Partner, my goal is to break down the process to make it as clear, smooth, and headache free as much as possible for you. Enough about me, what about you? Let’s connect because I want to hear all about your real estate plans and how we can partner up to get you into your next chapter!
Kimberly Lopez
Realtor
I’ll never forget walking into our very first home. I immediately started planning where we would put the Christmas tree and how we would decorate our daughter’s nursery (I was six months
pregnant at the time)! I imagined birthday parties thrown in the backyard & the family dinners I would cook in the kitchen. I was so excited about making memories & starting traditions! To me, a home is so much more than walls, windows, doors & a roof. It’s where you share experiences with the ones you love. Having the opportunity to be just a small part of what makes up life is what has inspired me to become a Realtor. Knowing that I’m introducing you to the home where your best friends will come over for barbecues or where your future grandchildren may take their first steps touches my heart profoundly. I don’t want to simply “sell your a house” or “help you buy another home.” I want to be there when you create a new family tradition or help recreate your favorite childhood memory with your own family. I want to be more than just the agent that sold your home. I want to be your friend who brought your favorite homemade dessert (ya, I love to bake) along with the keys to your “new life.”
I want to be part of your memories and your traditions! I want to help you create something that lasts. I can’t wait to start this new adventure with you! Thank you for trusting me to be your
Guide!
Adrianna White
Agent
Originally from Massachusetts, Adriana moved to California to earn a degree in Product Development from F.I.D.M. This knowledge, coupled with her sales experience of owning her own furniture business, has provided her with the valuable skills she uses in real estate negotiations & marketing properties. As a Los Angeles Real Estate Agent, Adriana specializes in residential buying and selling in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Corinna Burns
Agent
Corina Burns strongly believes that a strong, healthy, and active body is the key to a determined, focused, and sharp mind. She brings the same sports discipline into her real estate career that has helped her complete 3 LA Marathons and become the 4th overall female YMCA stair climber. As a result, Corina has become one of the most sought-after Realtors in Los Angeles. Whether it’s buyers or sellers, she always puts her clients on top of her list of priorities. For Corina, more than just making a living, real estate offers her the opportunity to build relationships and make a difference in her clients’ lives. In 2013, she signed with Century 21 West Coast Brokers. Since then, she has helped numerous people achieve homeownership and find affordable housing. She specializes in single-family homes but is more than capable of handling any kind of real estate transaction. For Corina, keeping clients happy is her number one goal. She believes that her high level of commitment, dedication, honesty, and transparency is what draws clients in and makes them trust her. When not busy with real estate, Corina loves spending time with her 3 beautiful daughters. She loves the outdoors and working out. She even finds time out of her busy schedule to volunteer at her daughters’ schools and soccer teams.
Shannon Hutcheson
Agent
Shannon Hutcheson joined Cristal Cellar in 2018. Her dynamic personality, professional demeanor and passion for helping people are a perfect match with the company’s values. Utilizing her years of Marketing and Business Development experience along with her construction knowledge allows her to be responsive to her clients’ needs throughout any transaction. Shannon attended California State Polytechnic University Pomona and majored in Finance, Insurance and Real Estate. She is a Southern California native, long-time West Covina resident and area specialist.
Jewel Hapenney
Agent
Jewel Hapenney has been passionate about real estate since her father took her to her first open house. She was born in Los Angeles, California, and grew up moving around Los Angeles County. She is a Southern California native and has extensive knowledge of Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. Jewel holds an associate certificate in Business and a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Cal Poly Pomona. When she isn’t working, she enjoys hiking and being outside with her Doberman, Kyro. She believes in the value of customer service and knowing the market thoroughly to be the best possible agent for her clients. She prides herself in providing exceptional and personable service to her clients to find the best home for them and turn their dreams into a reality. Whether you are a first-time home buyer, looking for a property to flip, wanting to buy a vacation home, or looking to sell a home of your own, Jewel would love to walk you through the
entire process.
Hue Quach
Agent
Born in Vietnam, Hue came to the United State at the age of five. As an immigrant Hue learn the value of hard work and integrity which he applies to his career. At 20 years old, Hue found his passion for real estate and joined the industry. Gaining the skill and experience under the guidance of the Kevin Kwan Real Estate Group. He prides himself in going above and beyond providing his clients an outstanding real estate experience. Hue intends to achieve his American Dream of owning a home by helping his clients achieve theirs.
Jessica Quy
Agent
Jessica graduated from the University of California, Irvine, with a B.S. in Business Economics. After completing her degree within 3 years, she was determined to begin her career in the Real Estate Industry. She immediately obtained her real estate salesperson’s license along with her notary license. Inspired by her mother, Thuy’s, achievements and success as a Broker of her own real estate and mortgage company, Jessica was eager to do the same and create a name for herself. She worked at an Orange County real estate, mortgage, and escrow company, assisting in all three roles of RE Transaction Coordinator, Mortgage Loan Processor, and JR. Escrow Officer. This position built the foundation that pushed her to learn all aspects of a real estate transaction. She moved on to work at US Bank and Wells Fargo, further expanding her experience to include processes of corporate banks, and then she obtained her NMLS license to originate mortgage loans in 2012. Her knowledge and understanding of both the real estate and mortgage side, allow her to be one step ahead in the game to help manage and support smooth closings for the team.
Rochelle Raquel
Agent
Rochelle is a Southern California native who comes from a family with a real estate background. Her father has been a real estate agent serving the LA, OC, and Inland Empire for 30+ years and decided to join the real estate business during the pandemic. Rochelle earned her BA in Liberal Studies from Cal Poly Pomona in 2014 and her MBA from CSU East Bay in 2016. Rochelle has lived in Southern California, Central California, and Northern California and loves to share her experience, education, and passion to help others with her clients and family. She services the Inland Empire area and specializes in first-time home buyers. Before deciding to join real estate, Rochelle worked as an educator for over 5+ years beginning with Americorps in the Oakland area and working in the government sector for The State Of California Employment Development Department. In Rochelle’s free time she loves to travel, go snowboarding, go to the beach, and hike.
Oriana Rocha
Agent
I recognize and value the trust my clients’ place in me and I strive every day to exceed their expectations. Managing both the financial and emotional side of home buying and selling, I handle every transaction with integrity, care, and efficiency, providing each of my clients with the highest level of service, professionalism, and negotiation expertise. I know the local community — both as an agent and a neighbor — and can help guide you through the nuances of our local market. With access to top listings, a worldwide network, marketing strategies, and cutting-edge technology, I work hard to make your real estate experience memorable and enjoyable. Life-long relationships are my long-term goal. I pride myself on being an accessible, responsive, honest, and trustworthy agent and will always work on your behalf to help you achieve your individual real estate goals. This business is more than real estate transactions; Providing my clients with exceptional service and care during an incredibly important moment in their life and what’s probably their largest personal asset is the most important part of my job. My work ethic and knack for creating genuine relationships earned me an extremely loyal client referral base. Real estate is my full-time job, but on a personal level, I love spending time with my husband and 2 children and can often be found on the soccer field cheering on my eldest, all year long. I love crafting and painting when I need to relax. I also enjoy traveling, gardening, reading, and attending live music events.
Alex Cervantes
Agent
At the young age of 19, Alex Cervantes, a Pasadena High School graduate joined the Cristal Cellar Family in 2022. He enjoys playing golf in his free time as well as going to the gym. Within the first four months of being licensed, he had his first deal in escrow. His motivation stems from being raised by a single mother and being forced to grow up at a faster pace. He developed leadership roles that have helped him become an exceptional agent. He is dedicated to helping families find their dream home all while making it as smooth as possible.
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