Team

Founder and managing director Kerstin Bachmann has been a licensed Paris real estate professional since 2009. After earning a master’s degree in marketing and business from the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers in Paris and a career in international finance, she followed her passion for property. Originally from Germany, Kerstin has lived in Paris for over twenty years, first discovering the market through her own purchase in Batignolles. Creating her own agency allowed her to shape a real estate approach combining market expertise, business sense, and a deep appreciation for Paris, its architecture, and the international clients who choose to call it home.

Anne looks after Corporate Development and Marketing. A graduate of UC Berkeley, Anne’s career in international luxury goods initially brought her to Paris. She moved into real estate with a prominent local agency prior to joining Kerstin’s team in 2011. Originally from the US, Anne speaks English, Italian, French and German. Ask Anne if you want to know where to shop in Paris, or to find the best pastry.

Ana Maria joined 56Paris in 2021, assisting clients with buying and selling properties, after several years of working in Paris real estate. Originally from Venezuela, she lived in the US before moving to Paris. Following a career in the medical field, Ana Maria found her true passion in real estate in the US, honing her skills in marketing strategy, sales and customer service. She speaks Spanish, French and English. An art aficionado, you can find Ana Maria at museum exhibits and discovering small galleries, or exploring the city’s many different neighborhoods.

Karina is a search and sales agent who has been working with 56Paris to find our clients the perfect Paris apartment since 2021. She came to Paris after having lived in both the UK and New Zealand. Karina also runs her own travel consultancy business, Travel Light Paris. She speaks English and French. Passionate about the city's architecture and its unique lifestyle, Karina loves to share her enthusiasm for it and enjoys building lasting relations with her clients.You can find her enjoying Parisian terraces, exhibits and concerts or pursuing her other passion, horse riding.

Romain first joined 56Paris as an intern during the COVID confinement, when travel restrictions prevented him from returning to the University of Southern California, where he was studying real estate and urban planning. After completing his master’s degree, he chose to return to the agency, combining academic training with deep knowledge of his native city. Attentive and thoughtful, he guides clients through each stage of their projects with clear, informed advice. Alongside real estate, Romain has pursued a long-standing interest in theatre, training for three years at Cours Florent in Paris. For him, Paris truly is a stage — one he knows well and is always happy to share.

Klara joined 56Paris as Office Manager, bringing an international background shaped by real estate and economics. Originally from Sweden, she lived in the United States where she obtained her real estate license while studying at New York University. Drawn by the beauty of the city, she later moved to Paris to continue formal studies in economics. Pursuing her longstanding interest in real estate felt like a natural step. Today, she oversees the smooth coordination of the agency’s daily operations. Outside the office, she stays active and continues refining her ballet technique with dedication and discipline.