Before he became a broker, Newton helped found a still-thriving oil and gas brokerage firm in Houston, and that allowed him to fulfill a dream of moving to Aspen. He’s been active in the hospitality and non-profit sectors, and spent 14 years in valley real estate where he’s become known for his discretion and his ability to find the perfect fit for buyers. He’s particularly excited about Slifer’s push away from the corporate attitude precisely the thing people come to Aspen to get away from.
Newton’s a regular on Smuggler at sunset, even after an aggressive tennis match earlier in the day. He’s also made Community Hospice of the Roaring Fork Valley a top priority in his life, and is proud to have helped it become a part of an even larger valley-wide hospice program. With Eric Calderon, his partner of 31 years (and husband for seven), he is a member of the national councils of the Aspen Music Festival and School and the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet. Their daughter Jennifer is the star of their lives.
