A fifth generation Hamptonite and son of renowned local builder Jimmy Spooner, Jesse Spooner possesses an insider-only knowledge of the Hamptons Real Estate market that makes him an invaluable asset to any transaction. Spooner comes to Nest Seekers with over eight years experience in the real estate craft here on the East End.
Spooner’s deep passion for the local ecosystems and activism towards helping protect them have established him as an environmental thought leader on the East End. Dedicated to preserving the priceless natural beauty of the Hamptons beautiful estuaries, beaches, and woodlands for both his clients and own daughters, Spooner can speak to the most desirable characteristics of each and every hamlet, neighborhood, and village found on what he refers to as ‘the country.’
In addition to his environmental contributions, Spooner is a very active supporter of several local charities through his wife’s non-profit marketing agency including The Madoo Conservancy, The James Beard Foundation, The Peconic Land Trust and Oceana. He is also a Patron Supporter of The Hamptons International Film Festival.
Spooner earned a Master of Science from Johns Hopkins University in Environmental Science and Policy and a Bachelor of Science in Marine and Environmental Studies from the Florida Institute of Technology. He previously worked in childhood education for the Bridgehampton School District, Ross School, and Avenues Studio Hamptons.
When he’s not serving real estate clients or spending time in nature with his two young daughters, Georgica and Indigo, Spooner can often be found at his family’s 250 year old working farm, known to locals as Babinski Farmstand located in Mecox on one of the area’s prized remaining agricultural preserves.