Gus Grizzard's grand entrance on a hoverboard set the tone for a lively and upbeat celebration that marked the achievements of the entire team and highlighted the accomplishments of their top Realtors.The company also unveiled their ambitious goals and vision for 2017 including an increased dominance in market share, continued innovation for agent marketing, and growth of their Relocation and Property Management divisions.
"I'm constantly amazed by our team's drive and ambition to crush their goals this past year. We had agents who had great years in 2015 then turn and increase their closed sales volume by over 200% to have an even better 2016," said Gus Grizzard, Broker/Owner of ERA Grizzard. "I'm excited to work together to accomplish even crazier goals for 2017."
Jeanne Abernathy, Realtor in Mount Dora, won the most prestigious company award, "Realtor of the Year", for her dedication and involvement with the community and company, success in sales, and contagious positivity.
Page Whittle, Realtor in Leesburg, was awarded "Broker's Choice" for his well-known initiative, accomplishments in sales, and encouraging attitude.
Donnie Garland, Realtor in Orlando, was named "Rookie of the Year" for his impressive sales volume, engagement within the company, and helpful nature.
Sharon Wooten, Realtor in Leesburg, was honored as the "Humanitarian of the Year" for her unwavering commitment to service within the community, dedication to youth causes, and genuine altruistic spirit and actions.
"Brand Ambassador" was awarded to both Christy Pells and Irina Andrew for their ardent endorsement of the ERA Grizzard brand and personification of the values and ideals of the company.
The 24/7 Team of The Villages was named the"2016 Top Team." Jayne Marvin, Kris DiLeva, and Carol Julianelli's remarkable teamwork led to an impressive sales volume and embodiment of their tagline - "One Team, One Mission, One Result, SOLD!"
Top honors were also awarded to ERA Grizzard's highest producing agents. Jessica Graham, Realtor in Leesburg, was recognized as the "Overall Top Agent in Units" with 121 closed transactions in 2016. Loretta Maimone, Realtor in Mount Dora, was named "Overall Top Agent in Volume" with $25,358,000 in closed transactions in 2016.
The event held at Lake Receptions in Mount Dora, FL on January 18th was attended by nearly 200 members of the ERA Grizzard team including Realtors and staff.
The complete list of award winners is as follows:
Realtor of the Year: Jeanne Taylor Abernathy
Broker's Choice: Page Whittle, Realtor
Rookie of the Year: Donnie's My Realtor
Humanitarian of the Year: Sharon Wooten
Brand Ambassador: Christy Pells & Irina Andrew
2016 Top Team: Your 24/7 Team (Jayne Marvin, Kris DiLeva & Carol Julianelli)
Lowest Delinquency Rate: Glenn Cowham
Most New Properties: Shelley Anderson
Property Manager of the Year: Shelley Anderson
USAA Real Estate Reward Network Agent Excellence Award: Toni Chapman
Relocation Proficiency Award: Toni Chapman
Relocation Agent of the Year: Felecia Humphrey
Momentum Award: Christi Charpia - 126% increase in volume from 2015
Top Agent Units Closed: Autumn Makin - 43 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Autumn Makin - $13,580,000 in volume closed
Momentum Award: Jennifer Alsbrooks - 191% increase in volume from 2015
Top Agent Units Closed: Lisa Creson - 43 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Mary Ann Brawner - $6,339,000 in volume closed
Momentum Award: Lindsay Sellars - 133% increase in volume from 2015
Top Agent Units Closed: Jessica Huey Graham - 121 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Jessica Huey Graham - $13,715,329 in volume closed
Momentum Award: Jeanne Taylor Abernathy - 181% increase in volume from 2015
Top Agent Units Closed: Loretta Maimone - 86 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Loretta Maimone - $25,358,000 in volume closed
Momentum Award: Tami Klingenberg - 239% increase in volume from 2015
Top Agent Units Closed: Lindsay Seibert - 34 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Tami Klingenberg - $7,782,000 in volume closed
Momentum Award: Darlene Thomas - 3,026% increase in volume from 2015
Top Agent Units Closed: Darlene Thomas - 10 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Darlene Thomas - $2,595,000 in volume closed
Momentum Award: Dan Foster - 162% increase in volume from 2015
Top Units Closed: Scott Hubbard - 47.5 transactions closed
Top Agent Volume Closed: Ira Miller - $8,154,000 in volume closed