Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that Ben Berend has joined the firm as a Broker Associate. Born and raised in downtown Steamboat Springs, Ben spent his childhood at Howelsen Hill dreaming of someday competing in the Winter Olympics. A member of the US Ski Team for five years, Ben made 24 World Cup starts and competed in multiple World Championships. He represented the United States in the 2018 Winter Olympics, becoming one of 96 Olympians from Steamboat Springs dating back to 1948.
After realizing his Olympic dream, Ben chased a cute girl to the University of New Mexico, where he earned his BA in Media and Journalism. While in Albuquerque, Ben raced for the UNM Ski Team, becoming a team captain and D-1 Academic All American. GO LOBOS!
Most recently, Ben was the Marketing Director for USA Nordic, where he focused on building strong foundational partnerships within the Olympic and outdoor industry. Unable to shake the Yampa Valley Curse, Ben returned to Steamboat Springs to join the Boyd Team at Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Ben to Steamboat Sotheby’s and to the Boyd Team,” says Cam Boyd, Owner/Broker at Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty. “With his family experience in the custom home industry and his lifelong love for the Yampa Valley, he will be a fantastic asset to our company, and we look forward to seeing his successful career in this business.”
Ben brings his driven approach and local knowledge to the Boyd Team, and aims to not only navigate his clients through successful transactions, but to create an experience that is cherished for years to come.
Outside of work, Ben can be found volunteering his time at the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, backcountry skiing, mountain biking, gravel riding, or enjoying Chowders at Storm Peak Brewing.
Ben can be reached at Ben.Berend@steamboatsir.com or at 970.819.3730