
Tony L. Pinkert
Tony’s luxury real estate experience began in Newport Beach and flourished on Hawai‘i Island. With many years at Hualālai Resort and other premier communities along the Gold Coast, he has earned a loyal clientele and a reputation for integrity and deep market knowledge. His expertise and passion have firmly positioned him as a leading force in Hawaii’s luxury real estate scene.
Tony joined forces with Tom Loratta to create Pinkert & Loratta, broadening their impact across the Kona-Kohala Coast’s most exclusive resort communities. As founding members of Compass Hawaii they proudly established the brand on the Big Island, redefining luxury real estate service.
He holds a BA in finance from the College of St. Thomas, which provides a strong foundation for navigating complex, high-value transactions. Tony enjoys surfing, skiing, and golfing outside of real estate, and treasures time with his wife Ericka and their daughters, Skylar and Mya. His passion for people and place drives his continued success.
Tony joined forces with Tom Loratta to create Pinkert & Loratta, broadening their impact across the Kona-Kohala Coast’s most exclusive resort communities. As founding members of Compass Hawaii they proudly established the brand on the Big Island, redefining luxury real estate service.
He holds a BA in finance from the College of St. Thomas, which provides a strong foundation for navigating complex, high-value transactions. Tony enjoys surfing, skiing, and golfing outside of real estate, and treasures time with his wife Ericka and their daughters, Skylar and Mya. His passion for people and place drives his continued success.

Tom Loratta
Tom moved from the Bay Area to Hawai‘i Island, where he built a distinguished real estate career representing premier resorts such as Hualālai, Kukio, Kohanaiki, Mauna Kea, and Mauna Lani. Known for his steadfast dedication and commitment to excellence, Tom is one of the island’s most trusted luxury advisors. Tom has built a career grounded in strong, lasting relationships and trusted guidance within Hawaii’s luxury real estate market.
He partnered with Tony Pinkert to found Pinkert & Loratta and establish Compass Hawaii, the nation’s leading independent brokerage, on the Big Island. Together, they expanded their presence throughout the Kona-Kohala Coast’s most exclusive resort communities, earning a reputation for unmatched service and market insight.
Tom and his family actively support the Hualālai ‘Ohana Foundation, which provides scholarships and grants to resort staff. Tom and his wife Amy enjoy landscape design, gardening, and time spent with their family at home on their lush farm in Holualoa.
He partnered with Tony Pinkert to found Pinkert & Loratta and establish Compass Hawaii, the nation’s leading independent brokerage, on the Big Island. Together, they expanded their presence throughout the Kona-Kohala Coast’s most exclusive resort communities, earning a reputation for unmatched service and market insight.
Tom and his family actively support the Hualālai ‘Ohana Foundation, which provides scholarships and grants to resort staff. Tom and his wife Amy enjoy landscape design, gardening, and time spent with their family at home on their lush farm in Holualoa.

Tessa Sandberg
Tessa Sandberg has been a seasoned entrepreneur on the Big Island of Hawaii for well over a decade. Having grown a successful Luxury Health and Wellness Business, she is now able to leverage her creativity and business acumen to navigate complex transactions and deliver exceptional service to clients with Pinkert & Loratta. Having spent most of her career perfecting her eye for the Big Island market, the same expertise that made her successful in the business world will provide her clients unmatched drive and support when looking to invest in their dream home. Tessa has been a top manager, producer, and team builder by taking the time to provide personal care and attention to people’s ideals and dreams. She strives for excellence and integrity, while her commitment to strategic planning offers a process that clients can believe in.
In 2020, Tessa became a published fiction author, and her next book will be released in the Spring of 2025 under her pen name Tessa Van Wade. She has been married to her high school sweetheart Ben since 2001, and they have two daughters, Evie and Georgia.
The Big Island has grown so dramatically in such a short time that it is important to make the best decision possible to fit your needs, dreams, and lifestyle. The Pinkert & Loratta team has the vast knowledge and expertise to help you in this monumental choice, and Tessa makes this process as easy and enjoyable as possible.
In 2020, Tessa became a published fiction author, and her next book will be released in the Spring of 2025 under her pen name Tessa Van Wade. She has been married to her high school sweetheart Ben since 2001, and they have two daughters, Evie and Georgia.
The Big Island has grown so dramatically in such a short time that it is important to make the best decision possible to fit your needs, dreams, and lifestyle. The Pinkert & Loratta team has the vast knowledge and expertise to help you in this monumental choice, and Tessa makes this process as easy and enjoyable as possible.

Emily Wineman
Emily is a talented photographer who blends artistic vision with meticulous attention to detail. Her skills extend beyond photography to encompass website development, branding, and marketing — a combination that delivers seamless, sophisticated digital experiences that amplify brand presence and exceed industry standards.
With extensive experience in luxury property management, Emily understands the refined expectations of high-end clientele, consistently delivering polished, elegant presentations that resonate. She creates print and web marketing pieces to highlight the unique aspects of a property and engage potential buyers. She also works as a transaction coordinator for Pinkert & Loratta escrows to help ensure each client has a seamless escrow experience.
Holding a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Boston College, Emily combines strong communication skills with artistic insight. In her spare time Emily enjoys reading and relaxing at the beach with her husband Mark and their daughters, Chloe and Hannah.
With extensive experience in luxury property management, Emily understands the refined expectations of high-end clientele, consistently delivering polished, elegant presentations that resonate. She creates print and web marketing pieces to highlight the unique aspects of a property and engage potential buyers. She also works as a transaction coordinator for Pinkert & Loratta escrows to help ensure each client has a seamless escrow experience.
Holding a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Boston College, Emily combines strong communication skills with artistic insight. In her spare time Emily enjoys reading and relaxing at the beach with her husband Mark and their daughters, Chloe and Hannah.