Brenda Cardin was an elementary teacher for 20 years, mostly in kindergarten and first grade, starting in Cassville, Missouri and finishing her teaching career in Nixa, Missouri. In 1989, she was named Teacher of the Year in Cassville. Her career as a Realtor began in 2000, and she was named Rookie of the Year by Coldwell Banker Vanguard. She is a member of Coldwell Banker’s Elite Diamond Society. Brenda and her husband Tom are members of Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Springfield, Missouri and are active supporters of Rainbow Network, a Springfield –based ministry to Nicaragua. They have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. They live in the Nixa, Missouri area.

Kelly Wilson graduated from Missouri Southern State College in Joplin, Missouri in 2002. After working as a medical receptionist, she joined the Cardin Team in June 2004. She is married to Tyler and they have 2 beautiful girls named Avery and Brooklyn. Like Brenda (her mother), Kelly is a “people person” and focuses on listening to client needs and wishes. Kelly is a big fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Tom Cardin has been a practicing attorney since 1970, with a small town general practice. He is also a licensed Realtor. He practices law part-time, mainly in the areas of real estate, estate planning and personal injury. He also works with Brenda and the team part-time, providing legal advice and assistance as needed, and doing marketing. Tom is a golfer (when he’s not Brenda’s chauffer and gofer) and likes to travel.