Jay Cooke

Realtor Jay Cooke has joined William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services’ office on Milbank Road in Greenwich, company President Carolyn Deal recently announced.

“We’re delighted to welcome Jay,” said company Chairman and Chief Executive Officer William Raveis. “Jay is a talented, client-driven Realtor who works hard and always puts his clients first. Because he is a true professional who shares our commitment to customer service, we know his business will thrive here.”

Cooke, who has held his real estate license for eight years, consistently ranked as a top producer at the brokerage he was previously affiliated with. He has experience working in nearly every facet of real estate, including new construction, condominiums, antiques, corporate transfers, relocation, international properties and first-time homebuyers.

Cooke’s career began with jobs as a college instructor at the University of Connecticut, Michigan State University and California State University at Fresno. Upon his return to the East Coast, he created a highly successful career as a wine buyer and service director at upscale restaurants in New York City and Connecticut.

Cooke helps buyers and sellers throughout Fairfield County, while focusing primarily on the communities of Greenwich and Ridgefield. He is a member of the Greenwich Association of Realtors, Connecticut Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors.

Cooke has been a Ridgefield resident for the past 15 years and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Connecticut and did doctoral work at Michigan State University. He and his wife Patricia participate in a wide range of community and fund-raising work in Ridgefield, Greenwich and New York City.