Mike Taranto

Mike Taranto is a seasoned realtor currently associated with Coldwell Banker Global Luxury since November 2020, following an extensive career in real estate that includes positions at Royal Shell Real Estate and Coldwell Banker Real Estate. Prior to their successful transition to real estate, Mike spent 28 years in corporate America, notably at Frito Lay, where Mike invented SUN CHIPS. Mike also served as a professor at the University of Illinois and managed product technology development for Nutrition Sweet. With a PhD in Food Science & Technology from Texas A&M University, Mike has been deeply involved in the luxury real estate market in Southwest Florida, specializing in beachfront, waterfront, and exclusive gated golf course properties.