Today's ever-changing world of real estate requires that buyers and sellers work with a well-trained, ethical, licensed and insured professional who understands the challenges and pitfalls of the market.
My commitment to providing outstanding customer service includes abiding by The Golden Rule and Realtor Code of Ethics. Please take a moment to read what my customers have to say about my real estate services by visiting the Testimonial page of this website. I strive to exceed expectations and feedback from my customers is important to me--it should be important to you, too, as a prospective home buyer or seller.
A real estate professional in the South Gulf Beaches area since 2003, I firmly believe that education is an important key to success and should be a lifelong pursuit. I have an advanced designation as a GRI (Graduate, Real Estate Institute) and an advanced license as a Broker Associate. In February 2010, I completed coursework to become a Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource Specialist (SFC). Additionally, I have been nominated by my peers in the Pinellas Realtor Organization (PRO) as a finalist for Realtor of the Year and Community Realtor of the Year . . . not just once, but several years in a row.
In May 2009, I earned a BA with High Honors in Creative Writing from Eckerd College and was selected by classmates to offer the welcoming address on behalf of the PEL Program. This proud moment put me on stage with honored guests and graduates, and with the commencement speaker (Steve Forbes of Forbes, Inc., and Forbes Magazine). It was a thrilling day and an awesome experience! In June 2009, I was invited by Pinellas Realtor Organization (our local real estate board), to post blog messages on www.MyPinellas.com. This great website features information about the communities that comprise Pinellas County and our housing market. Please visit the website to learn more about our area and be sure to post a comment on my latest blog post!
I am a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and Army Reserves and a current member of Veterans of Tierra Verde. www.VeteransofTierraVerde.com. I designed and currently host this organization's website.
I am the president and founder of Friends of Tierra Verde, a civic organization with 500+ members, comprised of homeowners and friends of our island community. At present, I host their website. www.FriendsofTierraVerde.com. Additionally, I was a founding member of the Tierra Verde & Isla del Sol Chamber of Commerce, and helped to design and host their website.
A former radio station manager, I am a member of the board of directors of Media Heritage, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving big band era music and history. I have lectured, at the invitation of Eckerd College's Elderhostel Program, on Guy Lombardo and his connection to our area.
I helped organize the first ever South Gulf Beaches Relay For Life, now an annual event benefiting the American Cancer Society. I also organized and sponsored the 1st Annual Kite Fly at Ft. De Soto Park in support of Moms of Tierra Verde.
I love to write and am the author of a memoir, entitled Finding Happy www.FindingHappy.com. Additionally, I am the former co-owner and creative director of The Island Reporter, a community newspaper serving Tierra Verde and the South Gulf Beaches. www.TheIslandReporter.com.
I am proud to bring awareness as a sponsor of the Florida Missing Children's Day Foundation. www.fmcdf.org. Help find Jennifer Kesse. Missing from Orlando (FL) since 1/24/06. www.FindJenniferKesse.com. I enjoy being active in my community and am passionate about helping people buy and sell real estate. I use cutting edge marketing tools and have an international referral network. |
