Own Marin is Marin County’s leading real estate team, founded by top-producing agents Barr Haney and Whitney Potter. Known for selling more homes in Marin than any other team, Own Marin specializes in connecting buyers and sellers across Mill Valley, Tiburon, Larkspur, Kentfield, Ross, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Fairfax, Novato and beyond.
Beyond real estate professionals, we’re active members of the community and long-time friends on a continuous adventure to enjoy everything around Marin County.
At Own Marin, we believe that real estate is more than buying or selling a home—it’s about creating a lifestyle and finding the right place to call your own. Founded by top-producing agents with decades of experience, Own Marin has become one of the most trusted and recognized real estate teams in Marin County. Our deep knowledge of local neighborhoods, market trends, and property values allows us to deliver results that exceed expectations.
You can often find us dining around town, hanging at Muir or Stinson beach, hiking Mount Tamalpais, driving out to Hog Island in Tomales Bay for oysters, and drinking really good wine from our neighbors in Napa and Sonoma. New to town and need some recs? From restaurants to hiking trails and interior designers to painters, we’ve got you covered. At Own Marin, we’re as passionate about the Marin lifestyle as we are about helping you create your own.
MEET THE TEAM
Whitney Potter
Founder | Principal Realtor®
A native of Marin, Whitney is a top-producing real estate professional with over 20 years of experience and a passion for extraordinary properties. As a co-founder of Own Marin, he has helped establish one of the most trusted and successful real estate teams in the region. With a decade of prior experience at Bank of America Securities, Whitney brings sharp business acumen and expert negotiation skills to every transaction—guiding clients to make sound, long-term investments with confidence. Whitney’s passion for hiking, biking and kayaking makes him an excellent local resource for activities.
✉ whitney@ownmarin.com
✆ 415.640.8671
DRE #01468633
Barr Haney
Founder | Principal Realtor®
A sixth generation Marin County native, Barr’s passion for real estate translates to his enthusiasm for thoughtfully and creatively structuring deals. Always innovating and providing unrivaled service, Barr meticulously prepares his listings to maximize the sale value, while leveraging all avenues when searching for the right property for his buyers. Treating his clients’ listings and purchases like his own is the foundation of his referral-fueled business. Barr enjoys living in Marin with his wife and four beautiful children.
✉ barr@ownmarin.com
✆ 415.847.7347
DRE #01478074
Michael Milano
Realtor®
A third-generation native of Novato, California and a real estate agent since 2007, Michael Milano has involved himself in all aspects of the business so he can deliver a one-stop shop of services to his clients. In addition to his work with clients, Michael is the 2026 President-Elect for the Marin Realtors® Board of Directors and will serve as President in 2027. His all-inclusive solutions, along with his personable nature and true professionalism, have earned Michael a steady stream of referral and repeat clients that shows no sign of slowing down. Michael’s expert knowledge of the Marin housing market and ability to understand his clients’ needs are the reasons he is able to continuously exceed their goals and expectations. When not giving his clients the inside scoop on Marin and its real estate market, Michael finds time to give back to his community, one that his family has served for decades. Michael currently lives in Novato where he and his wife Thalia are raising their four beautiful children.
✉ michael@ownmarin.com
✆ 415.246.6868
DRE #01759756
Emily Gibson
Director of Operations
As Director of Operations, Emily manages the home improvement and inspection plan for clients as they prepare to go on the market. With experience in celebrity event planning, she runs a seamless operation from beginning to end, saving clients’ time, money and stress throughout this often complex process. Leveraging her background in marketing and PR, Emily ensures that a seller’s home is then presented with its best foot forward and with maximum exposure. Emily received her BA from UCLA and her MBA from NYU Stern, specializing in Luxury Marketing, Strategy, and Product Management.
✉ emily@ownmarin.com
✆ 415.806.6546
DRE #02136588
Ciara Young
Creative Director, Brand & Marketing
With over 8 years of experience in social media and digital marketing, Ciara brings a dynamic, trend-savvy approach to marketing that delivers results. As Creative Director, she leads the vision behind campaigns that don’t just look good—they connect with buyers, sellers, and the local community while building lasting brand presence. From organic social media strategies that bring maximum exposure to our listings on Instagram, to beautifully crafted print pieces that showcase a home’s best features, Ciara has a sharp ability to speak the language of both buyers and sellers while staying true to the brand’s voice. Her work blends storytelling, strategy, and standout creative to fuel growth, build loyal communities, and turn followers into clients.
