Our Team

Why the Clarkson & Wallace team offers you the best source of property knowledge and support in Bath and Highland Counties.

Ryan Hodges

Ryan Hodges’ grandparents bought a second home in Bath in the early 60s and he spent his summers here with cousins. His family moved here in ’68 and renovated Oakley Farm. His step-father, Dutch von Schilling, bought into Clarkson & Wallace. In 1985, Ryan returned home with his wife, Mary, and a newborn daughter, Cabell, to join Dutch in Clarkson & Wallace. Ryan’s real estate work, trail running, fishing, and cycling took him to every corner of both counties. “I am so lucky to have been able to focus on the stunning landscape here as a job. I love my work!”

Will Hodges

Will Hodges grew up immersed in Clarkson & Wallace. With a deeply rooted love and understanding of the area, it was only a matter of time until he and his fiancé returned to Bath to make it their home. He brings with him a unique interpersonal and sales background with time spent in Argentina and California working in the wine and spirits industry. Will feels extremely blessed to have the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of his father Ryan, Grandfather Dutch, and godfather Tom Wallace and looks forward to contributing to the future of the company.

Bill Bratton

Bill Bratton is the fourth generation to farm the Jackson River Valley and had a long career as Bath and Highland’s Farm Services Agent. Bill not only knows every inch of both counties, but also knows the history of most farms and agricultural characteristics. Bill operates the largest cattle and sheep operation in either county, in addition to his real estate and auction business.

Trudy Woodzell

Trudy Woodzell came on board with C&W insurance department in 2011 with a prior career as an Administrative Assistant in tax preparation. Trudy moved to Bath County with her husband and two boys in 1999 to take ownership of her husband’s family business and their family has grown to 2 daughter in laws and 5 grandchildren which she enjoys spending time with.

She can help with your auto, home, commercial insurance, bond needs, and handles the day-to-day financial and HR operations of the office.

Jamie Gwin

Jamie Gwin is a lifelong resident of Bath County, having worn many hats over the years. Jamie brings over 25 years of hospitality and business management experience to our team as our Property Management Supervisor. From working 20 years at The Homestead Shooting Club, where he became a certified NSCA Level 2 Sporting Clays Instructor to running his own property management business, Gwin’s Property Solutions. Family is at the heart of everything Jamie does. He and his wife Amy have two daughters, Kendall and Kayden, and are proud grandparents to Marley, Mason, and Major.

David Cowden

David Cowden has been introducing visitors to the wonders of Bath County since a very young age, growing up at historic Fort Lewis Lodge & Farm alongside the Cowpasture River. After nearly a decade in New York City pursuing a career in financial services, David changed direction and returned home to join his family’s hospitality and farming business. David has a love for the outdoors, with a particular interest in land preservation and recreation. David is a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser and holds a B.S. from the University of Virginia and an M.B.A. from New York University Stern School of Business.

Crystal Salvatore

Crystal Salvatore’s appreciation for excellent customer service began more than twenty years ago when she managed her own restaurant in Maryland. Her exceptional skills were soon recognized by a prominent Real Estate company’s founder and she made the move to Real Estate. She was quickly promoted to the company’s property manager position handling more that 700 properties for over 10 years prior to making the move to Real Estate sales. Because of her love for the mountains and Bath County, Crystal purchased a market in Warm Springs that she successfully manages along with maintaining ownership of her popular BBQ business in North Carolina.

Dreama Burns

Dreama Burns has deeps roots in our local community and truly enjoys meeting people and helping others. Dreama serves as the property manager for the Mountain Crest Retirement Community, giving her the opportunity to work closely with residents and gain valuable hands-on experience in the housing field. Dreama has been a real estate agent for years and would love the opportunity to help you find your dream home. She believes in being honest, dependable, and treating people the way she would want to be treated. Buying a home is about so much more than a house or a piece of property – it’s about finding a place where you can put down roots, make memories, and truly feel at home.

Tiffany Plecker

Tiffany was raised in near by Covington and has proudly called Bath County home since 2019 after marrying her husband, a lifelong Bath County resident. She loves raising her two beautiful children here and being part of such a wonderful community. For the past eight years, Tiffany has worked in banking and hospitality, including time at The Omni Homestead resort. She feels these experiences have taught her the value of building relationships, paying attention to the little details, and making people feel genuinely welcome. In 2026, Tiffany began managing Clarkson & Wallace’s vacation rental program, Warm Springs Cottages, as well as our house cleaning department. Whether it’s answering questions, sharing local recommendations, or making sure every stay is comfortable and memorable, Tiffany takes pride in creating a warm, welcoming experience that feels a little like home.