About Jancula Group

The Jancula Group is a leading real estate team specializing in the luxury markets of Los Angeles. With a focus on luxury and ultra-luxury Homes, Estates, and New Construction properties, the team also specializes in off-markets, ocean-view homes, and single family residences throughout Los Angeles. Achieving over $750M+ in closed transaction experience to date, they have established themselves as one of the top producing teams and rank in the top 1% of agents nationwide.

Highlights
Ryan Jancula
Principal and Lead AGENT

Born in Pacific Palisades, Ryan brings exemplary knowledge of Los Angeles' luxury markets. Ryan has quickly become one of L.A.'s leading luxury real estate brokers having been involved in over $750M in real estate transactions since he entered the industry in 2012. Ryan has been honored by the National Association of Realtors® as Realtor® Magazine's "30 UNDER 30" and is nationally recognized as a member of the Forbes Real Estate Council. His high level of integrity and reputation are of utmost importance, as shown through his involvement in the Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors Professional Standards & Grievance Committee, and being his geographic area’s representative for the National Agent Advisory Council for Compass. Finding incredible off-market deals, investment and development opportunities, and the perfect dream home for his clientele is what Ryan loves to do most.

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Angela von Detten
Sales Partner

Tenacious, trustworthy and reliable, Angela stops at nothing to help clients achieve their desired outcome. Angela goes above and beyond, providing clients one-on-one attention and forming long-lasting relationships. A second-generation real estate professional, Angela comes from a family of property developers in Taiwan, and is fluent in Mandarin. She's driven by her passion for real estate, possesses keen market knowledge and is a tough negotiator. Angela specializes in LA-area home purchases and sales, as well as investment and exchange transactions. She earned her sociology degree from U.C.L.A, and combined her desire to help others with her interest in real estate. A people person at heart, she is truly excited to lead you toward your goals and financial success. Angela loves travel and her experiences interacting and connecting with people from all over the globe have shaped her into the person she is today.

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Sarah Knauer
Sales Partner

Sarah Knauer, a passionate Los Angeles real estate agent, has explored every corner of the city, from the San Fernando Valley to the Westside. As a native Angeleno, she's deeply committed to her community. Sarah serves as the co-chair of The People Concern's board, working tirelessly to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Sarah's real estate journey began while pursuing a liberal arts degree at Pepperdine University, where she obtained her real estate license. Having resided in Westlake Village, Malibu, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, and currently Santa Monica, she offers a unique understanding of the city's diverse real estate landscape. Her expertise in contracts, negotiations, and marketing has also earned her a spot on NAR's prestigious 30 Under 30 List. In addition to her thriving real estate career, Sarah Knauer is a dedicated advocate for her community, ensuring that Los Angeles remains a vibrant and welcoming place for all.

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Victoria Velazquez
Sales Partner

Born and raised in Mexico City, Victoria launched her journey into luxury real estate in Los Angeles, blending a background in development and finance from USC, where she majored in Public Policy, Development, and Real Estate Finance. Starting at Grubb & Ellis in South Bay, she pivoted to finance, playing a pivotal role as employee #5 at Aspiration, a leading FinTech startup. Intrigued by tech, she gained diverse e-commerce experience before focusing exclusively on residential real estate. Victoria excels in substansial off-market transactions and meticulous client service, offering comprehensive guidance in buying, selling, development, interior design, and vendor selections all backed by a full service team. She has consistently ranked in the top 1.5% of agents nationwide since 2021 by the Wall Street Journal and has earned recognition as an LA Real Estate Allstar from 2022 to 2024. Living in Santa Monica with her rescue dogs Rome and Lola, Victoria is passionate about interior design, cooking, and embodying a wellness-oriented lifestyle.

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Chris Fajardo
Sales Director and Agent

Chris Fajardo moved to the Westside of Los Angeles 8 years ago upon graduating from Baylor University, where he obtained a degree in Finance. Prior to real estate, Chris established a successful career in the entertainment industry as Manager of Original Content at IMAX Corporation, where he worked under the office of the CEO. Chris’ love of architecture and appreciation of design, coupled with a natural ability to connect with people, drew him into the world of real estate. Due to his multi-faceted background, Chris brings a vast array of skills and experience to the table, specializing in strategy and business development. Above all, he prides himself on building meaningful relationships with clients while providing the utmost level of care and service. In his spare time, Chris enjoys taking advantage of LA’s natural beauty, hiking trails, playing tennis, and relaxing on the beach.

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Dasha Iarikova
Marketing Director and Agent

Dasha Iarikova was born and raised in Malibu, California. Originally from a real estate and development background, she has had a natural knack for the industry from a young age. Upon graduating from The University of San Francisco in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Business and Masters degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, she has worked as a marketing and project manager in various industries and for the last few years, residential real estate. Once she joined the Jancula Group she was able to take her knowledge and experience and translate it into effective marketing strategies to grow the business. Her main priority is to implement innovative tactics for our clients' properties that will maximize the sale of their home while executing on all digital and print strategies for the team. In her free time, Dasha loves to travel, surf, do yoga, play guitar, and spend as much time as she can outdoors.

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Camille Ghodooshim
Operations Manager

Camille was born and raised in Los Angeles and has a degree in Communication from the University of California, Santa Barbara. After graduating, Camille's intuition guided her towards the captivating world of real estate. Securing a coveted position managing operations for the Jancula Group, Camille devotes herself tirelessly to assisting with numerous transactions and has been able to hone her attention to detail and develop a profound understanding of the intricacies of the real estate market. One of Camille's greatest strengths lies in her innate ability to connect with people on a deep level and truly comprehend their needs and aspirations. Her genuine warmth and natural charisma instantly create a sense of comfort and trust. During her leisure time, Camille finds joy in maintaining an active lifestyle through Barre and Pilates workouts, as well as cherishing moments spent with her loved ones.

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Crissy Fishel
Executive Assistant

A distinguished alumna of the UNC Chapel Hill, Crissy embarked on her journey in residential real estate back in 2009. She carved her path in the vibrant market of Dallas, where she contributed to the founding Compass team. After a successful five years in real estate, Crissy transitioned her talents to Los Angeles, where she has since embraced the Westside lifestyle, residing in Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, and now Santa Monica. As Executive Assistant for Jancula Group, Crissy embodies the very essence of efficiency, precision, and excellence that define the team. Her role encompasses meticulously identifying prime properties and engaging with prospective buyers, to showing homes and seamlessly helping Ryan and the team prep for listing appointments and open houses.Alongside her career, Crissy loves spending time raising her three sons. She was the fundraising co-chair at Circle of Children Preschool on Montana Avenue and now remains actively involved with the Canyon Elementary School's Booster Club.

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Samuel Weiss
Administrative Assistant

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Samuel has always had a deep affection for California. Growing up in a family involved in residential real estate, he developed an early passion for the industry. After earning his degree in psychology from Chapman University, Samuel joined the Jancula Group as a dedicated team member. He thrives on the dynamic nature of the real estate market and takes great pleasure in helping clients of the Jancula Group find their dream homes. Outside of work, Samuel enjoys spending time at the beach, hiking, and cherishing moments with family and friends.

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