Our Team

Jim Blair has been in the title and escrow business for over 40 years. His first position was as an Escrow Officer in 1968 in Reno, Nevada. He was promoted to manager in 1970. He moved to the Wenatchee Valley and became the vice president and county manager of what was then Transamerica Title in 1976. Jim received his LPO certification in 1984. In September 2008, he bought the four local branches of LandAmerica Transnation Title and is now proud owner under the new name, North Meridian Title & Escrow, LLC. Over the years, Jim has been very involved in the community as a member of various clubs and organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, the Association of Realtors, the local Builders Association, State Building Industry Association and the Association of Professional Mortgage Women. His experience in all aspects of Title and Escrow make him an invaluable resource. His forward thinking and proactive attitude keep North Meridian Title & Escrow in the greatest position to assist anyone through any real estate transaction with the best possible results. Continue reading →
Jim Blair
President, CEO

Phone: (509) 662-4721 ext 132
Fax: (509) 663-3758
Jim Blair has been in the title and escrow business for over 40 years. His first position was as an Escrow Officer in 1968 in Reno, Nevada. He was promoted to manager in 1970. He moved to the Wenatchee Valley and became the vice president and county manager of what was then Transamerica Title in 1976. Jim received his LPO certification in 1984. In September 2008, he bought the four local branches of LandAmerica Transnation Title and is now proud owner under the new name, North Meridian Title & Escrow, LLC. Over the years, Jim has been very involved in the community as a member of various clubs and organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, the Association of Realtors, the local Builders Association, State Building Industry Association and the Association of Professional Mortgage Women. His experience in all aspects of Title and Escrow make him an invaluable resource. His forward thinking and proactive attitude keep North Meridian Title & Escrow in the greatest position to assist anyone through any real estate transaction with the best possible results. Continue reading →

Nelly Mendoza
Escrow Processing Team
Eli Aguirre
Escrow Processing Team
Mike Leeds
Relationship Manager
Jim Blair IV
VP Operations
Crystal Darling
Escrow Operations Manager
Suzanne Jones
Escrow Processing Team Manager
Melissa joined our team in May 2013. She brings years of experience as an escrow officer. Her desire to work hard and always do her very best is a wonderful quality for our customers as well as our escrow team. She is a wonderful addition to our staff and we are happy to welcome her aboard. Continue reading →
Melissa Wax
Escrow Officer
Erica Boyle
Escrow Processing Team
Noah Fenhaus
Escrow Processing Team
Richard Botello
Escrow Processing Team
Shari joined our team in 1996 with an immense background in the title & escrow industry that began in 1985; she’s an excellent resource for all of your title questions. She leads our title department with over 25 years of experience. Over the years she has had the opportunity to work in almost every department giving her broad exposure to every process covered with in our business. Her extensive knowledge and personable approach to customers is an immeasurable asset. Continue reading →
Shari Harmon
Human Resources

Jennifer has been with us since 2004. She is dedicated and hard working doing everything possible to close all her transactions in a
professional and timely manner. As the Manager of the Leavenworth Branch, Jennifer takes very seriously her role as a leader. She makes every effort to ensure each transaction goes as smooth as possible for the customer. We are privileged to have someone with such commendable caliber. Continue reading →
Jennifer Bolin
Branch Manager/Escrow Officer
Hayley Zanol
Escrow Processing Team
Laura Pedersen
Escrow Processing Team

Teddie Shales has been part of our team since 2002. She worked as an Escrow Assistant in Arizona prior to moving to Wenatchee. In November 2007, Teddie took over as the Branch Manager in Chelan serving the agents and lenders in that area with the utmost commitment to professionalism. Her easy going personality and even temperment is a great stress reliever for most buyers and sellers. Teddie enjoys every aspect of the escrow and title business and continually aspires to give great customer service. Continue reading →
Teddie Shales
Branch Manager/Escrow Officer
Clarissa is the newest member of our team. She comes to us with 6 years of experience in the real estate industry in Chelan as front desk reception where she assisted both agents and customers. She knows the agents in the Lake Chelan area well and really enjoys working with them. Her family has deep roots here so her knowledge will be a great resource for anyone coming into Lake Chelan or looking to relocate. She has a positive, friendly attitude and customer service is her specialty. Continue reading →
Clarissa Steiner
Escrow Processing Team

Erin Bowen
Title Assistant
Braden Reinholt
Title Examiner
Kailey Trotter
Title Examiner
Alyssay Mena
Recording
Sarah joined the title team in June of 2007 as the central order processor where she worked for two years. In August of 2009 she moved over to the position of title assistant. She works closely with Shari and provides support to both our title department and customers. She enjoys working with the title team to provide fast and friendly service assisting customers with the title process. Continue reading →
Sarah Harris
Title Department Manager
Susie Cook
Title Officer
Kim recently joined us in 2011, coming to us with over 34 years of title experience. She began on the West side in 1977 and has worked in just about every department in the title field. She has vaste experience in many areas which makes her a valuable addition to our title team. She enjoys helping people solve their title problems taping into her extensive knowledge and customers really appreciate her “can do” attitude. She truly loves what she does and it shows. Continue reading →
Kim Richards
Senior Title Officer
Joe Simpson
Title Examiner
Laurie came to us in 2004 with a great background in title research and document examination skills. She has been in this industry for over 20 years. Laurie is very dedicated and takes great pride in her work. One of the things she really enjoys is the process of putting the pieces of the puzzle together when it comes to research. She is a tremendous asset to our company as well as the customers we serve. Continue reading →
Laurie Morgan
Title Examiner/Title Department
Billi Meinzer joined our team in May of 2000 as the production side of our office was switching to a computer generated plant. She possesses a vast array of computer skills and is extremely organized. Billi maintains the data base for plant production keeping recorded documents and the map image library up to date. This is one of the main data bases used to produce our title reports. In addition to her position in the title department, she loves to do things for other people. One things she helps us with every year is coordinating the Children’s Home Society “Christmas for Kids” project for our office. A true asset and valued member of our team. Continue reading →
Billi Meinzer
Title Scan Chief Operator
Jason joined us in December 2011 with a strong background in the appraisal industry working alongside his father for several years. Along with this knowledge he has a strong sense of loyalty and dedication to the team and the customers which makes him a great addition to our escrow staff. Continue reading →
Jason Wells
Title Examiner