Freeman’s | Hindman Expands Trusts, Estates & Private Clients Group with Key Appointments in Scottsdale, New York, Denver, and Boston

Freeman’s | Hindman is pleased to announce the appointments of Cori Pickett, Gus Dangremond, and Samira Farmer as Directors of Trusts, Estates & Private Clients, representing the firm in Scottsdale, AZ, the New York region, and Denver, respectively. Caroline Baker Smith also continues her tenure with Freeman’s | Hindman by relocating to Boston, where she now serves as Vice President, Trusts, Estates & Private Clients. These strategic additions reinforce Freeman’s | Hindman’s ongoing commitment to providing unmatched service and expertise to fiduciaries, attorneys, and private clients across the country.

Caroline Baker Smith, Vice President, Trusts, Estates & Private Clients, recently relocated to Boston where she will lead the firm’s presence in New England. After nearly 10 years with a large global auction house, Caroline brings a depth of experience in meaningful appraisal and consignment solutions for estates of all sizes. Her relocation reflects Freeman’s | Hindman’s goal to grow its regional footprint by establishing a strong brand presence in the wider Northeast area.

Cori Pickett, based in Scottsdale, brings a unique blend of institutional, academic, and design experience to her new role. She holds a BA in Studio Art and Art History from The University of Iowa and spent fourteen years in Washington, D.C., working with the National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian Institution. Her most notable contribution includes her work on the curatorial team that built the collection for the National Museum of African American History and Culture, which opened on the National Mall in 2016. After returning to Iowa, Cori transitioned into interior design and higher education, teaching courses on architecture and design history. Currently completing her MA in Art Business at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, Cori is excited to support clients in the Southwest with thoughtful, personalized guidance and trusted auction and appraisal services.

Gus Dangremond, joining the firm’s New York office, brings over a decade of high-level auction industry experience from Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and 1stDibs. He has led client strategy and business development initiatives across major sales, including the landmark David Gilmour Guitar Collection and the Collection of Richard Feigen. With a BA in Art History from Trinity College and an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business, Gus combines a deep knowledge of the art market with strong strategic acumen. He will focus on building relationships and serving clients throughout New York, New Jersey, and southwestern Connecticut.

Samira Farmer, based in Denver, brings over two decades of experience in the auction, appraisal, and antiques industry, with deep expertise in decorative arts and market strategy. She began her career managing Decorative Arts & Silver for a Miami auction house, later moving to Los Angeles to support early e-commerce initiatives for a Beverly Hills gallery and assist with major appraisal projects. 

Samira joined Doyle in 2005 as Business Manager for the Mid-Atlantic Region, where she played a key role in business development and client engagement. She has worked on many significant estates and collections, offering trusted guidance and access to the New York auction market. She holds an M.A. in the History of Decorative Arts from Parsons School of Design and a fellowship from the Smithsonian’s American Art Library. Active in the arts and estate planning communities, Samira recently relocated to the Rocky Mountain region and now leads Freeman’s | Hindman’s efforts in Colorado and the surrounding area.

“We’re delighted to welcome Cori, Gus, and Samira to our growing national team, and to support Caroline in her relocation to Boston,” said Molly E. Gron, Managing Director of Trusts, Estates & Private Clients at Freeman’s | Hindman. “Each of them brings deep expertise, integrity, and a client-centered approach that embodies the values of our department. With their leadership across four key regions, we are well-positioned to provide even more personalized service and thoughtful solutions to our clients and their advisors nationwide.