In a meaningful photo capturing both past, present, and future, Joe Rickman is alongside his father, Eric Rickman, at the Gardian Real Estate office—a symbol of the family ties and shared values that define Gardian.

Eric Rickman was a key figure in the establishment of Gardian Real Estate, working alongside Ben Kerrisk, Peter Phillips, Denise Phillips, Ben Phillips, and Luke Phillips to create Gardian’s real estate division. The team expanded from Gardian's already well-established finance and insurance departments, bringing together a range of expertise to build a real estate business grounded in trust, community, and service.

 

Five years ago, Eric retired, having played a crucial role in Gardian’s early success and shaping its core principles. Joe joined Gardian about six years ago, working under Eric’s guidance in his first year. This was a rare opportunity to learn from his father, a man who had helped build Gardian’s reputation. Since Eric’s retirement, Joe has continued to carry forward these principles, becoming one of Gardian’s most dedicated agents, known for his high energy, empathy, and commitment to clients.

 

The image of Joe and Eric together in the Gardian office represents more than a father-son connection. It’s a reminder of the values instilled by Gardian’s founders and the seamless continuity across generations. For Joe, every client interaction is a reflection of the standards that Eric and the founding team established. Gardian Real Estate continues to be shaped by both its roots and a forward-looking vision, with agents like Joe bridging the two.