Meet the Team

Susan Dempsey Hughes
Broker/Owner
I spent my childhood on the beaches of Florida. In 1989 I finished high school and moved west to Colorado in search of adventure and education and have been here ever since. While in college, I spent my summers in Salida and Buena Vista as a river guide and kayak instructor. After graduating from college I traveled to Central America to lead adventure travel trips.
I have lived in many mountain towns around Colorado, like Crested Butte, Breckenridge and Durango, but found Salida the absolute perfect spot! When it came time to put down roots I decided on Salida and bought my first home. It wasn’t a hard decision. Where else can you find a great community, incredible outdoor recreation and endless opportunity?
Coupling a passion for real estate investment with my sales experience, it almost seemed that real estate was an obvious and inevitable career choice. When I can help people find the property that fits their needs and desires, it is incredibly rewarding. For the past 23 years I have been a full-time Realtor in Chaffee County and have consistently been a top producing agent. In 2010, I became owner of Pinon Real Estate Group where I enjoy not only working with Buyers and Sellers, but also counseling and leading my team of real estate professionals. Today I balance mountain biking, skiing and river time with being a passionate Realtor, business owner and mother to my daughters Izzy (18 years) & Maggie (14 years).
719.539.8886

Gina Peters
Broker Associate
No stranger to small-town mountain life coming from the north entrance of Yosemite, but new to Salida Colorado! Having over a decade's worth of experience as a Chief Operations Officer in the Eco Fashion World and the Outdoor Industry, I am well organized and versed in dealing with sales, people and important transactions. I have jumped into this community as the Director of Sponsorships for the Salida Fiber Festival and as a Broker Associate here at Pinon Real Estate. Real Estate has always interested me in terms of city development, market trends, and assisting people with their real estate goals.
831.421.1664
Gina Peters
Broker Associate
No stranger to small-town mountain life coming from the north entrance of Yosemite, but new to Salida Colorado! Having over a decade's worth of experience as a Chief Operations Officer in the Eco Fashion World and the Outdoor Industry, I am well organized and versed in dealing with sales, people and important transactions. I have jumped into this community as the Director of Sponsorships for the Salida Fiber Festival and as a Broker Associate here at Pinon Real Estate. Real Estate has always interested me in terms of city development, market trends, and assisting people with their real estate goals.
831.421.1664

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We’re proud to call Chaffee County home, and we’re excited to share our love for this vibrant community, its stunning natural landscapes, and the awe-inspiring views. Whether it's the laid-back lifestyle or outdoor adventures, there’s so much to enjoy here. Contact us today to discover what makes living here so special.