TICA KOTARBA
Title and Operations ManagerWith a career in the title industry since 2001, Tica joined TransCounty Title Agency in 2008 to enhance her previous experience assisting clients in the closing and title process, performing order entry tasks, prioritizing file management and overseeing day-to-day production as a team lead. Beginning her career at TranCounty as a title processor, she executed commitments and policies. As Tica’s experience and interest in the industry grew, she became a licensed title agent and eventually transitioned to the position of title and operations manager. She is responsible for overseeing the escrow team and the production of the title department, as well as the training and implementation of new software and procedures. She resides in Hilliard and has two daughters. In her downtime, Tica enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
CHRISTINA SADLER
Escrow Officer With seven years of banking experience and a license in Life and Property & Casualty Insurance, Christina gravitated toward the title industry where she spent twelve years of her professional career working for two large underwriters as an escrow officer. As her enthusiasm for the industry continued to develop, she joined TransCounty Title in 2018 as an escrow officer and a champion for quality customer service. Christina is deeply committed to the customer and strives to put people at ease during the closing process. Born in Fairfax, VA, and growing up in Beckley, West Virginia, she now lives in Pickerington, Ohio, with her husband and two very active and energetic boys.
NATALIE BATTISTELLI
Escrow ProcessorNatalie’s title career of twenty years includes twelve years of dedicated service to TransCounty Title Agency. As an integral part of the TransCounty team for over a decade, she has provided office management expertise, administrative support for escrow officers and is currently part of the title production department where she prepares commitments and final policies. Natalie is an Ohio native and currently lives in Hilliard. She enjoys golfing with her husband, shopping with her three daughters, spending time with family and friends and caring for her cat named Leo.
BEATE GRAVES
Senior ExaminerBeate began her career in the title industry in 1989, moving to TransCounty Title Agency in 2013. Early in her career, she was fortunate to have real estate and probate attorney mentors who enhanced her understanding of the title industry and underwriting guidelines. During this time, she held positions as a title department manager and assistant branch manager. In 1998, Beate found her true niche as a title abstractor. She enjoys the challenges of this career path as searching for a complicated title is comparable to assembling an intricate puzzle. Beate’s knowledge also extends into understanding purchase, refinance and real estate owned (REO) transactions as well as commitment preparation. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her two rescue cats, riding her motorcycle and attending charitable events throughout the riding season. One benefit ride close to her heart is “Ride to Feed the Homeless” where money is collected to support the homeless communities in Columbus.
TIFFANY HESS
Office AdminGraduating in 2008 with a paralegal associate degree, Tiffany gravitated toward the banking industry where she spent several years learning about the financial sector. She joined TransCounty Title Agency in 2021. With over 15 years of administrative experience, Tiffany utilizes her skillset as the commercial office administrator. Her goals include superior service and personal attention balanced by exceptional organizational skills. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her husband and son.
TONYA MCRAE
Escrow OfficerJoining the TransCounty Title Agency team in 2021 as an escrow officer for the residential division, Tonya’s extensive experience in the industry dates back to 1995 with loan processing, originating and closing of conventional and FHA/VA mortgages. While expanding her knowledge, she uncovered her interest in the real estate profession which led her to the title industry. Tonya’s skillset developed as she progressed through her career holding a position as a closing manager for a large title company for many years. In 2011, she gravitated away from the corporate world and started her own company as a mobile notary. In this role, Tonya worked directly with realtors, lenders, title companies, and homebuyers and sellers. After ten years of business ownership, she transitioned to TransCounty Title where she was committed to the customer experience and dedicated to client education. Tonya was recognized with the Circle of Champions award during her first six months at TransCounty. Born in West Virginia, she married her junior high school sweetheart and has two adult children and one beautiful granddaughter. Tonya has a passion for quilting, playing in poker tournaments, and planning private parties and gatherings.