The Agency Just Planted Its Flag in Vail — Here's What It Means for Buyers

Lucía Torres · 2026-10-06

### A New Chapter in the Rockies We've arrived in Vail! Our newest office marks our seventh in Colorado, joining Aspen, Boulder, Denver, Grand Junction, Steamboat Springs, and Telluride. That's a serious footprint in one of the most sought-after mountain markets in the country. But this isn't just about another pin on the map. It's about bringing something different to a town that knows real estate inside and out. ### The Team Leading the Charge The Agency Vail will be led by Managing Partner Adi Slifer and Managing Director Jason Cole. And if you know Vail, those names mean something. Slifer is a true Vail native — the daughter of Rod Slifer, Vail's first realtor, founder, and former mayor. Cole first came to the Vail Valley in 2005 for what he thought would be a single ski season. He never left. Since then, he's held multiple leadership roles, ultimately serving as CEO of Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate. These two share deep local roots, serious leadership experience, and a common vision for where the market is headed. ### Why Vail, Why Now Tucked in Colorado's Gore Valley amid the Rocky Mountains and White River National Forest, Vail has grown into a true year-round destination. It's about two hours west of Denver, and it draws outdoor enthusiasts for world-class skiing, hiking, biking, and fishing. Summer brings music and art festivals that keep the energy going long after the snow melts. Stretching from East Vail to Gypsum, the Vail Valley offers full- and part-time residents understated luxury, standout schools, and small-town privacy. Properties range from ski-in/ski-out condos in Vail Village to private estates in Beaver Creek and amenitized golf course communities in Eagle-Vail and Edwards. ### What the Leadership Is Saying "Vail is one of the world's most iconic mountain destinations, with an extraordinary legacy, a distinctive sense of community and a lifestyle that continues to resonate with buyers from around the globe," said Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency. "Having attended school in Vail as a teenager and maintained longstanding ties to the community—including my friendship with Rod Slifer—I've seen firsthand how local knowledge, meaningful relationships and exceptional service matter here." He added that Adi's multigenerational connection to the Vail Valley, combined with her commitment to the community, makes her the ideal partner to lead this next chapter. James Ramsay, EVP of The Agency's Franchise Division, echoed that sentiment. "Vail is a market with a remarkable history, but it is also a market that is continually evolving," he said. "Adi and Jason bring an exceptional combination of heritage, market knowledge, operational leadership and a clear understanding of what today's clients expect." ### A Vision Grounded in Community For Adi Slifer, this is personal. "Vail has always been home, and launching The Agency Vail is an opportunity to honor the values, relationships and sense of stewardship that have shaped this community for generations," she said. "As a Vail native, I'm proud to bring The Agency's modern, globally connected platform to a place that is deeply personal to me." She added that their vision is to build a brokerage that reflects the character of the Vail Valley — one grounded in local expertise, meaningful relationships, and a lasting commitment to serving clients and community. ### What This Means for You If you're buying or selling in the Vail Valley, here's the takeaway: - You get a boutique, modern brokerage that knows the terrain. - You get access to a global platform with serious reach. - You get leaders who've been part of this community for decades. The Agency Vail is located at 141 East Meadow Drive, Suite 204, Vail, CO 81657. If you're in the neighborhood, stop by and say hello. We're excited to be here.