San Francisco, CA, March 28, 2016 – Hud Bixler has been named Vice President – Technology Services of Zephyr Real Estate. Bixler, who joined the firm 10 years ago, led the technology team in bringing Zephyr to its state-of-the-art systems it now enjoys.   He has been directly responsible for the migration to the Google Suite of Services and email hosting, the reinvention of the internal data network, the data security system and has carried Zephyr into the 21 st century with an internet-based phone system.   Bixler is also responsible for training agents and staff on innumerable software and technology services. As an expert in real estate technology, he has worked with many top-producing agents, tailoring to individual needs with seamless integration to the company’s overall systems.   “We’ve come to depend on his efforts to carry us out of the dark ages and into the light,” commented Randall Kostick, President of Zephyr Real Estate.  “He has become a big part of the Zephyr family.”   Bixler lives in San Francisco with his wife and two daughters, which is at the heart of his dual vocations. He can be found surrounded by a drum kit during his off-hours from the tech-side of life. He is a graduate of California Institute of Arts where he studied Jazz Performance.   “I love technology and music,” commented Bixler. “I am fortunate to pursue both with the support of family and friends who continue to inspire me.”   About Zephyr Real Estate Founded in 1978, Zephyr Real Estate is San Francisco's largest independent real estate firm with nearly $2.3 billion in gross sales and a current roster of more than 300 full-time agents. Zephyr’s highly-visited website has earned two web design awards, including the prestigious Interactive Media Award. Zephyr Real Estate is a member of the international relocation network, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World; the luxury real estate network, Who's Who in Luxury Real Estate; global luxury affiliate, Mayfair International; and local luxury marketing association, the Luxury Marketing Council of San Francisco. Zephyr has six offices in San Francisco, a brand new office in Greenbrae, and two brokerage affiliates in Sonoma County, all strategically positioned to serve a large customer base throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. For more information, visit www.ZephyrRE.com. Zephyr Real Estate Names Hud Bixler Vice President – Technology Services Zephyr Real Estate