Chris Suarez brings experience in real estate law, real estate title, and real estate sales to his team. He began his career in Real Estate Law and Real Estate Sales on the East Coast in New York before moving to the West Coast over a decade ago. He naturally gravitated to the urban real estate market and has specialized in marketing and selling close-in urban properties and condominiums in the Portland Metro area. He has both launched and managed condo projects which included 3 separate towers with over 350 units in the downtown market, has stepped in to revive and re-launch a condo tower project in The Pearl, and taken the lead role on attached unit communities throughout the Portland Metro from concept and design to final sell out. His passion for understanding and getting to know Portland neighborhoods has led him to branch out and bring on specialists to focus on different neighborhoods and towns in and around Portland. He has developed a very proactive marketing system to market and sell homes at an average of 99% of their list price and in over 30 days less than the city average. Suarez has personally represented over 1000 buyers and sellers combining in over $250 Million in closed volume throughout his career. Suarez meets quarterly and masterminds monthly with many of the top agents across the country to strategize on what is working and being effective in the immediate market. His team personally sold over 250 homes in the last 12 months alone. He partners with, Keller Williams Realty Professionals, the most productive single office and company in the city and one of the top 50 real estate offices in the nation in volume, number of transactions, and transactions per agent.

Donavan is a seasoned real estate agent who entered the real estate industry during the economic downtown of the mid-2000s. Donavan developed his superior real estate skills working with short sales and mortgage foreclosures.

Donavan has earned the real estate designations of an Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) through long hours of hard work. In 2017, Donavan was presented with the prestigious IMPACT Award by the Business Magazine of Gainesville. Donavan is dedicated to serving the neglected, abandoned, abused, and less fortunate children in our area through work with Partnership for Strong Families.

In his spare time, you will find Donavan with his growing family. Donavan married his high school sweetheart, Katy, and they are raising his two young nephews along with their son. Being born and raised in Gainesville, Donavan has many deep ties to this town that he knows so well.

Laurie Barrera is a business woman who happens to love selling residential real estate!

Laurie's passion is working with Buyers, helping people who are relocating and looking for their dream home! Her dedication also extends in guiding people to discover the wonders of life in the Treasure Valley. After 28 years in Southern California, Laurie's pursuit of new challenges brought her to the Sun Valley, Idaho area for thirteen years and then a move to Boise in 1997.

Laurie has earned the ABR designation, Accredited Buyer's Representative, and the National Association of Realtors GREEN designation to further her career in the specialty of working with Buyers and those individuals that care about sustainability in their living environments.

Laurie joined Agents With a Smile Team in 2017 for many reasons, most of which to grow her business, contribute to a team with integrity and to be able to take advantage of the support staff from a team. The team concept is a shining example of Gary Keller, the founder of Keller Williams Realty, for his company's mission of successful transactions and stellar client services.

Laurie's Professional Highlights include:

• 2011 President of the Ada County Association of Realtor
• Board Director for Idaho Smart Growth 2011-2016
• Board Director for Surel's Place 2015-2016
• Resource Development Committee Member for Neighborhood Housing Services Idaho 2010-2012 Board Director for the Ada County Association of Realtors from 2005 to 2010 Board Director for ACAR Realtors Community Foundation
• 2007-2009 2005 Panelist for Celebrating Women in Business St Luke's Women's Celebration sponsored by Key Bank
• Past Member of the Urban Land Institute
• Chair for the Expedition Inspirations' Boise Take-A-Hike event 1997-2001 Past Board Director for Expedition Inspiration 1997-2001 Former Board Director for Idaho Breast Cancer Coalition, member of the National Breast Cancer Coalition

So, while I am working hard for you, that is just the tip of the iceberg. You have a team in my office going to bat for you at every turn.

I grew up in Brooklyn and a Westchester County resident for the past 28 years. I spent 30 years working in technology rising through various positions up to SVP of a major bank. I find real estate exciting enjoy being highly technical, customer service oriented, and the ability to work effectively in high pressure situations.

I joined the Ricci team as a buyer’s agent/Investor specialist because I wanted to be part of a team that worked together and helped each other succeed. No team member is too busy to assist another. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, music and most of all, sports.

Katie Benson is Director of Expansion for Xperience Real Estate, one of the nationís fastest growing real estate businesses. Drawing on her experience as a successful agent, team leader, and coach, Katie helps Xperience identify talented agents and teams to partner with and provides them with the training, technology, and tools to grow their business and create opportunities for their people. She also leads Xperienceís network of Regional Directors. Katie earned her real estate license when she was 19 and quickly became one of the top agents in Eugene, OR. In 2006, she was recruited by Keller Williams to launch its first market center in Eugene. Within three years as the team leader, she had grown the office to more than 100 agents. Presented with the opportunity to take on an even bigger market in Portland, OR, Katie stepped into the team leader role and grew that market center from 60 agents to more than 300. Collectively, they closed more than $1 billion in annual sales, achieved #1 market share in the Portland area and earned recognition as one of Keller Williamsí most profitable market centers. Katie is passionate about coaching and accountability. In 2015, she completed training as a KW MAPS Coaching Mastery Coach. She works with some of the top real estate agents in North America to set big goals and achieve them. Katie loves real estate and the limitless opportunities it provides. When Gary Keller introduced his vision for agent expansion, she was hooked and teamed up with longtime friend and business partner Chris Suarez to serve as Xperienceís first Director of Expansion. Leveraging her sales and marketing experience and the insights and perspective sheís gained from a career of recruiting, coaching, and training, Katie brings to the Xperience family energy, passion, and a relentless drive to help others succeed.

With an extensive background in fast-paced customer service, Whitney Bishop joined the real estate industry in 2012 as a showing specialist, where she began developing her intimate knowledge of Portland’s many unique neighborhoods. With experience fostering close client relationships built on asking the right questions and providing maximum value, Whitney honed her ability to coach clients through the real estate purchasing process and transitioned to a buyer’s agent role in 2015. Now serving both buyers and sellers with PDX Property Group, Whitney prides herself on being an experienced database of knowledge for buyers while also using her unique history to help sellers see their home through the buyer’s eyes and garner top dollar offers. Specializing in downtown condominiums, Whitney is able to expertly guide buyers and sellers through the specific requirements and nuances of city living and help them navigate common pitfalls to ensure expectations are clear and end goals are achieved.

A Pacific Northwest native and an Alphabet district resident for 10+ years, Whitney has a passion for soaking in every moment and experiencing the full joy of life through music, travel and quality time with the people she loves (including her two pups Mister & Hunnie). In her down time, Whitney can usually be found exploring the local food scene, taking in a live show or getting lost in the beautiful Oregon terrain to hike, swim or get her daily dose of Vitamin D.

Throughout Hilary’s real estate career, it has always been her intention to be the best advocate possible for her clients. Whether helping them make their dreams of home ownership a reality or assisting in the sale of their home, she will work to ensure the best outcome and exceed their expectations along the way. Her goal is to form relationships with her clients beyond the life of the transaction and earn the right to be their agent for life and also earn their referrals of friends and family.

Hilary is a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in Biochemistry and is continually educating herself to this day. Although the subject matter may be different, her commitment to knowledge and growth extends from business into her personal life. Training to run half marathons is one way she has displayed this desire for improvement and pushing herself to accomplish more than she ever knew she was capable to achieve.

Hilary resides in Indianapolis with her husband Buddy. They enjoy participating in the community, attending sporting events and concerts, traveling, and enjoying time with their close family and friends. Their pets, Daisy and Layla, also hold a special place in their hearts and despite their busy lives, love evenings at home spent playing & cuddling with them.

I grew up outside of Chicago and northeast CT. Attended Johnson & Wales in Providence and graduated with a BS in Marketing. From there, I moved to Los Angeles, worked as a headhunter in computer personnel and then relocated to NYC where I worked as a Travel and Events Manager for U.S. News & World Report, Daily News, Fast Company and Atlantic Monthly magazines.

My decision to join the Ricci Team as an exclusive buyers agent was based on my prior experience with Christine as an agent. She is by far the most professional agent I have ever worked with. I love the camaraderie and support of the team. I have extensive knowledge of Westchester County and act as a concierge for my clients; providing all of the resources they will need to make a well-informed decision. Customer service is my number one priority.

Growing up in a family that has been immersed in real estate since the 1950’s, Alex has always been destined for a career in real estate. His family of entrepreneurs, architects, and interior designers, all contribute to the family-owned commercial real estate business consisting of over 450 units across multiple countries. Before moving into the real estate industry Alex developed a career in coaching professional swimming at the Olympic level. Through his charismatic personality and tactful dedication to excellence he served his athletes to help them become the best version of themselves.

Aspiring to take over and manage the family business, Alex returned to his roots bringing the same tenacious mindset of service and excellence into his real estate career. His goal is for every client to feel confident about their decision to purchase based on acquired knowledge, trust, research and mutual understanding of their investment. Through his uplifting personality and light sense of humor, Alex creates strong and lasting relationships making the process of buying, selling or investing as enjoyable as possible.

Tiffanie began her career in Real Estate in 2013, when she joined the Orlando SW Market Center as their Tech Coordinator. During her time with KW, she has held a myriad of positions, including Market Center Administrator, KW North Florida Regional Events Coordinator, and Director of Operations for the KW Classic Group. During her time in these roles, Tiffanie has developed a knack for creating streamlined systems and efficient processes. In October of 2018, Tiffanie earned the opportunity to join the Xperience Real Estate team as their Director of Operations. She is excited to bring her passion for all things systems to help propel the Xperience organization forward and grow our mission through our 4Cs: Coaching, Consulting, Collaboration, and Commitment. Tiffanie enjoys building an Xperiential live with her husband Trey, and two pups, Ty & Taro.

Hannah's professional background spans multiple industries including banking, lending, and healthcare/dental office management. Coupled with her Bachelor's degree in Business Finance, her extensive knowledge and experience has allowed her to serve over 95 families in achieving their real estate goals in the past three years alone. Her strong passion for charity, giving back to her community, and her desire to serve shines through in the meaningful, long-lasting relationships she builds with her clients. Her dedication to protecting her clients' best interests throughout the entire real estate process allows her to net her clients more cash in their pockets while minimizing stress and surprises along the way! She is committed to partnering with you to help achieve your goals and exceed your expectations through the buying and selling process!

Ian joins PDX Property Group as a recent graduate from Oregon State University. His time at OSU was spent in athletics as a student athlete as well as attending business/economics classes. After graduation he wasted no time and obtained his real estate license a month after graduation. His drive and care for the people he works for is contagious and strives to provide the most pinnacle experience for his clients.

Born and raised right here in Boise, Darcie truly knows the 'treasures' this valley has to offer and she can't imagine living anywhere else. Becoming an Agent With a Smile in 2016 after raising her family helped her find a passion for real estate she didn't know existed. While she loves being able to work in this industry, her fulfillment also comes from helping and meeting new people.

Darcie lives in Meridian with her husband and has loved raising her 4 boys. She enjoys being in the outdoors with her boys, gardening, shopping and being with friends.

Katlin is a native Oregonian and she loves Portland. Working with people is something that she really enjoys, a fact that is reflected in her strong commitment to her work and excellent communication with clients.

Her keen attention to detail makes her the perfect person to manage your transaction from contract to close. Every day she works hard to ensure that transactions run smoothly and orderly; she truly loves taking care of all your real estate needs!

Heidi Gornik has spent her career in the fashion industry, making men's, women's and children's clothing as a Technical Designer at some of the most recognizable companies, including Tommy Hilfiger, Liz Claiborne, Tahari and Original Penguin.

She and her husband, Mike, moved from New Jersey to Oregon with their 2 sons, Joey & Ben, in 2014. They opened an indoor family fun center in Albany, OR, enrolled their son's in elementary school in Corvallis, OR and enjoy spending free time anywhere along the Oregon Coast.

Heidi has been involved in real estate for more than 3 years and has spent 2 years working as a Realtor in New Jersey and then moved to Oregon and has been a full time Realtor since 2017. Her care for her clients is priceless and she enjoys providing top notch care & values each and every one of her clients.

After 38 years in accounting for two large companies, Tom answered a deep calling and decided to follow another career path. In 2017 he obtained his license in real estate and embarked on a new chapter in his professional journey. Married to his lovely wife Gay for the past 35 years they have two children Thomas and Olivia. A native of Atlanta, Tom grew up in the suburbs of the city in the Buckhead community. A lover of the outdoors Tom spends much of his time boating on Lake Sinclair and spending spare time with his family and friends at the lake.

Pam prides herself on her energy, hard work and dedicated service in every detail of her job. She moved to the Portland area in 1981 with her family after her dad retired from the U.S. Marine Corps and decided to raise her family here. Pam is a 16 year veteran in the local real estate industry and absolutely loves what she does!

Pam is "blissfully, happily married" and has a grown son whom she calls her pride and joy. When she's not working, you can find Pam either on the back of her husband's Harley curising Oregon's beautiful scenery in the summer, skiing Mt. Hood in the winter, or doing all that she can to soak in all that Oregon has to offer!

Originally from South Africa, Alex Hernandez-Bobrow was raised in a family of entrepreneurs. She has loved buying, selling, and deal-making since she was a child when she set up a small enterprise making and selling jewelry. Alex moved to the U.S. to pursue a career as a professional ballerina dancing with Ballet San Antonio. With the same grit and determination that enabled her to be a successful dancer, Alex pursued a degree in Business from the University of the Incarnate Word (San Antonio) while also working in luxury sales.

In 2016 Alex moved from San Antonio to Austin to join her wife, Lisa, and dog, Nutella. They have purchased and sold several properties in Austin and San Antonio, which prompted Alex to marry her passion for working with people in sales with real estate. Alex's 15 years of experience in sales and business development have given her a unique skill set to help clients navigate everything from buying their starter home to adding to their investment property portfolio.

Alex values life experiences that connect people and build deep, lasting relationships. She is world curious and does not shy away from new experiences and ways to expand her view of life. As a result, Alex loves marathon running and traveling. To date, Alex has completed 9 marathons in 5 continents inluding Ultimage Human Race, the Comrades Marathon - a 54-mile race in South Africa.

Dennis' complete attention is on helping clients with all of their Real Estate needs and making the process as enjoyable and stress free as possible. The client's concerns come first and nothing is as important as their total satisfaction. As a Real Estate Professional, Dennis has been a Realtor since 2015. He has lived in Sarasota for most of his life and East Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch for the last 20 years so he is intimately familiar with Manatee and Sarasota counties. Dennis comes from a technology background and is an expert at using technology to assist in all aspects of the home buying or selling process. He worked for over 20 years for Sarasota Memorial Hospital focused on helping customers with their technology needs. He brings tremendous experience and focus on customer service into his Real Estate career.

Born in Pennsylvania, he moved here with his family at a young age and grew up in this area. Spending time with family and friends is his favorite pass time and he spends all his spare time enjoying life with them and raising his daughter who he and his wife adopted from China. He is a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and enjoys giving back to the community through community service endeavors. When you need to buy or sell a home, Dennis will help guide you smoothly through the process.

Ian’s a born and raised Oregonian, transplanted to Portland from Corvallis in 2005. Ian’s interests include homes with that old Portland charm, well tiled backsplashes, and verdant gardens. When he’s not busy finding the perfect house for his awesome clients, you can find him on a soccer field or at a food cart munching on carnitas tacos. He currently lives in Vancouver, Washington where he and his girlfriend are learning the ropes of DIY home repair as they remodel their 1950’s bungalow. Ian’s licensed in Oregon & Washington, so be sure to ask him about what attracted him to Vancouver!

Derek Leslie is a real estate professional in the Treasure Valley, who offers 25 yrs of Sales and Purchasing experience in the Sporting Goods Industry. After spending his first 42 years in Southern California, he moved to Boise 5 years ago and is blessed to call Idaho his new home.

Derek was interested in residential and commercial real estate, from a young age. Both of his parents were, and are still involved with Commercial real estate in Southern California, giving him extensive insight into the past and present day real estate markets.

It has always been a dream for Derek to assist, serve and help people realize their dream of home ownership. The opportunity to help individuals and families purchase their most precious and valuable asset, a Home, is a special privilege, dedication and joy.

In his spare time, Derek likes to spend time with his Family, play golf, fish, hike and take in the splendor of nature in Idaho. Derek joined Keller Williams Realty Boise and the Agents with a Smile Team in in January of 2019 and is so grateful to be part of the most dynamic, well respected and experienced Team in the Treasure Valley.

Jordan Eicher Linnenkugel, with the Linnenkugel Real Estate Group powered by Xperience, is a West Texas native. She was born and raised in Odessa, Texas, graduating from Permian High School. She moved to the Lubbock area in 2007 to attend Texas Tech University where she majored in Journalism and Philosophy, minoring in Political Science. While at TTU she developed a love for negotiation while competing on the nation’s top ranked debate team. After over a decade in newsprint journalism, she made the career switch to real estate in hopes that she could have more ‘hands on’ involvement in the community that she had grown to care for so much.

Jordan was a top producer in her rookie year with Keller Williams and has only continued to add to that happy customer list since. She is fervently dedicated to being educated in all the latest real estate data and market trends. She is passionate about helping more residents in the Hub City find their forever home and lay down roots that rival even those of Lubbock’s iconic cotton fields.

Jordan is passionate about all things Lubbock. As a mother of four boys, she is passionate about her community’s youth. She serves as PTA President at a local elementary and sits on the ISD’s PTA Council. She helps coach a local youth baseball team and serves on the Lubbock Association of Realtors’ United Way Committee. She coordinates quarterly blood drives for Lubbock’s United Blood Services and is a committee chair on both the Service and Education Committees for Keller Williams Young Professionals’ West Texas Chapter. Jordan is a keen believer in the mentality that it takes a village, saying, “little actions, when multiplied by the force of a community, can make dramatic positive change in the lives of millions.”

Jordan is branded for her persistence and readiness to get her clients what they want, whether buying a new home, or selling a home they have valuable memories tied to. You can be confident in her Xperience, knowledge and constant attention to detail when looking for someone to help you take the next step towards West Texas home-ownership.

Niki Linnenkugel, with the Linnenkugel Real Estate Group powered by Xperience, is a West Texas Native. Born and raised in Lubbock, Texas, Niki graduated from Frenship High School with a deep commitment to the Hub City. After fifteen years of managing local restaurants and a local locksmith company, Niki made the career jump to real estate because he loved the idea of being a part of his community’s growth, and to have a more intricate roll in the city where his family calls home.

Niki is passionate about helping other families see the awesomeness that is Lubbock. As a father of four boys, Niki is passionate about making sure all kids have access to a safe learning environment. To assist in that goal, Niki pioneered the Dynamic Dads program at a local elementary school, to make sure fathers have an active presence in the PTA and to help assist in school safety issues. He also coaches a local youth baseball team, is part of the West Texas Home Builder’s Association and the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. Niki is a fervent believer that “a community thrives when it’s members step up and participate.”

Niki is known for his persistence and eagerness to get his clients what they want, whether buying a new home, or selling a home they have valuable memories tied to. You can be confident in his constant desire be the expert on all the latest real estate data and market trends, and trust that he’s in your corner when looking for someone to help you take the next step towards home-ownership in the South Plains.

I was raised in NYC by immigrant parents and have a background in administrative business. Growing up in a big city, I was always surrounded by a lot of people who contributed to my ability to relate to everybody. I joined the Ricci Team as a rental and buyer specialist because I wanted to experience a “team” atmosphere in a work environment. Throughout my work history I never felt that. I love working alongside and learning from the other team members; their dedication and attention to customer service is inspiring.

Born and raised in Bartow, FL serving Central FL, I come from a small town with big city dreams. I am a mother to three amazing boys and a hustler who knows the value of hard work and how to persevere. I graduated from the University of Tampa with my BA in public relations and advertising . I worked with individual store owners throughout the U.S. who carry the Cub Cadet brands with their advertising campaigns for a couple of years. I later switch my career path due to flexibility and entered the mortgage industry. I developed a passion in assisting people with the process of purchasing their biggest investment. Throughout this process, I was inspired to become a real estate consultant. It felt like a great fit due to my background. I am so much more than a sales person. I am dedicated to making sure my clients received the best offer, best price, best protection, and innovative marketing solutions. I also hold great value in the connections and relationships I create with my clients. I’m considered to be a great asset to my clients and business partners.

I service the following counties: all of Polk, Osceola, Orange, East Hillsborough and South Lake County. Entrust your most important transaction to a consultant who will service you with care, integrity and skill.

As a highly-seasoned real estate professional, Sam is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service. He takes great pride in the relationships he builds and works relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals. This “Client First” philosophy has been the cornerstone to Sam’s extensive career. He achieves a high level of customer satisfaction through clear and timely communication and keeping buyers and sellers fully informed throughout their real estate transactions.

Gabriela is a very passionate and energetic individual that brings valuable experience in sales, marketing strategies, financial services, lead generation systems and leadership. Gabriela graduated with honors from Portland State University, focusing her studies in Business Finance and Accounting. Prior to partnering with Chris Suarez, Gabriela worked very successfully for one of the top Insurance and Financial services carriers in the country. As a Marketing Director and Financial Service Rep, Gabriela was able to develop and implement systems to maintain, grow and diversify clientele base. As a mother of two, Gabriela understands the needs for home ownership and she’s committed to help clients to achieve the American Dream of Home ownership.

Jonathan started his real estate career in New York City in 2007 and has always believed in putting his clients first while not shielding them from the honest truth. If a property is overpriced or doesn’t fit his clients needs, he’ll be the first to let them know.

Since his return to Portland, Oregon in 2010, he has successfully helped well over 300 families in their home buying or selling process. He has also assisted investors in finding homes that could be restored while still maintaining the integrity and character of the neighborhood.

Jonathan firmly believes that the biggest asset in life is TIME. He will do anything to save his clients TIME while sacrificing his.

John-Robert is committed to helping people find the home of their dreams! Having an interest in real estate since childhood, he has been a longtime student of the industry and has become an expert in market trends, real estate best practices and technology. John-Robert is client-centric, dedicated to providing you top customer service to help you achieve your real estate goals. When you hire John-Robert, you are hiring Xperience Real Estate, a team of experts who have closed more than 1,000 units and serve more than 250 families each year.

Natasha McNealy is an outstanding asset to the Agents With a Smile team and our clients! Humming or singing her way through the day, Natasha provides resources, assistance for our agent's and team projects, daily inspirational quotes for the team, sharing Realtor issues and programs, and the glue that keeps the team together. Natasha's background is from the mortgage industry which provided for a seamless transition into the world of real estate. Natasha lives with her two children, Andre and Jailynn 2 cats and 2 dogs.

Pursuing a real estate internship in 2011, and obtaining her license in 2013 with Keller Williams, Hannah began her work as a real estate agent, it quickly become evident that Hannah was passionate about helping buyers and sellers in the Portland market. Centered around creating lasting professional and personal relationships, Hannah expertly defines each clients motivating factors while always keeping their best interest at the forefront. Her steadfast dedication to helping buyers and sellers succeed in today’s tough market means going above and beyond the traditional methods to find and sell the perfect home, through networking with other realtors or consistently keeping her ear to the ground. She is committed to partnering each client to their best home fit both now and as they grow. Mastering inventory, proper client education and exceptional negotiation skills are just a few of the ways Hannah helps buyers and sellers stand out from the competition. When Hannah is not selling real estate, Hannah enjoys spending time hiking through Forest Park with her husband and son, trying out new restaurants and coffee shops all around town and spending time with her family and friends.

My passion for helping people combined with my love of Real Estate has created a wonderful career and long lasting relationships. As a Real Estate Consultant I am honored to use my extensive experience and expertise to assist and guide my clients with what is most likely the biggest purchase of their lives.

I made the decision 18 years ago at the start of my career that the two most important things I could provide to my clients were honesty and outstanding customer service. I believe that these attributes are what people buying or selling seek today!

My approach is client centric. You are the reason I have the opportunity to do what I love. You are my focus. Integrity, Service & Knowledge are the expectations of my clients and it is my personal responsibility to provide those to you. Whether you’re looking to purchase, or selling your current home, I am committed to providing you with superior service. You have a choice in who represents you and when you make me your choice to represent you, no detail will be overlooked. I will work diligently with you to find the home of your dreams. If you’re selling, I will market your home so that it will be the dream home for customers who are out there searching for the home of their dreams.

It’s all about the client and their home.

This is a frequent tag line in Real Estate. So. why am I different? I have crafted every aspect of my business model for my clients who are making some of the most important financial and personal decisions of their lives.

With over three decades of corporate experience in management consulting, marketing, sales, compliance, and finance I have taken my abilities, passions, and experience and combined it with the KW model and industry best practices to optimize all aspects in working with clients on their home sale and purchase.

The real estate industry provides fragmented, inconsistent services. My clients benefit from fully integrated customer service through diverse multi-channel marketing, cutting-edge analytics, and the latest advances in technology. I'm not alone, being on the Xperience Real Estate team, I am able to collaborate with the industry's best real estate team and firm, who are also committed to excellence for our clients. In other words, the client receives the level of customer service that matches the magnitude of their real estate decisions.

Above it all, my passion is for the moment when the client realizes their listing was ideally handled and their next property is the ""one"". That is our why, that is who we are.

Alex first became interested in real estate while flipping homes with his family beginning in 2007 – something they continue to do to this day. After graduating from the University of Oregon in 2010, he moved back to his home town of Portland and began a sales career which quickly turned into a management role.

In 2011, him and his brothers formed an LLC and began flipping in addition to investing in multifamily residential properties. In 2017, Alex realized that he could serve both his family and community better by turning his hobby into a career.

Alex brings with him tools and techniques developed with years of personal experience investing in local and out-of-state properties, and is passionate about making investing accessible and understandable to all.

When he’s out of the office, he likes to spend his time outside running, hiking, camping, and skiing.

Stephen’s professional background includes 8 years in the healthcare industry where he worked as a nursing major in the surgery department alongside top healthcare professionals and a vastly diverse group of patients. Working with people on one of the most important aspects of their lives (their health), Stephen gained great skill and compassion, as well as a tremendous ability to manage high stress situations. It’s only natural so many clients choose to work with him to accomplish all of their real estate goals. The education and guidance Stephen provides throughout the entire real estate process and beyond allows him to build long-lasting relationships and act as the “go-to” for all current and future real estate related needs.

With over eighteen years of experience, John began his career as part of the number one independent brokerage in Orange County, quickly demonstrating a tenacious ambition in the industry. He went on to help form OC Realty & Associates and build businesses within Sotheby’s International in Southern California until landing at Keller Williams in 2008.

Drawn by the principles, leadership and training opportunities but missing the Pacific Northwest lifestyle, John decided to make a move back to his hometown of Portland, OR where he nows works with PDX Property Group and Xperience Real Estate at Keller Williams Realty Professionals. Dedicated to high standards of integrity, honesty, education and a consultative approach that empowers clients to make the right decisions, John holds himself and his team members accountable to providing unrivaled service without fail. Handling each client or colleague with a sense of humor, a willingness to listen and be honest in every circumstance and a proactive attitude about processes and solutions, John has built a reputation for making an impact with his clients and in his community.

An Ambassador Board Co-Chair and Chemo Pal Mentor for the Children’s Cancer Association, John is passionate about creating life wealth for others and aspires to extend his expertise into creating charity resources to meet housing needs for families affected by serious childhood illness.

An avid outdoorsman and food enthusiast, Portland is not simply a place John conducts business, but a community where he enjoys dining, camping, fishing, and exploring with his four-legged best friend Bodhi; a community he strives to improve with each conversation, each relationship and each new set of keys.

Holly Priestner is transforming the way real estate teams approach talent as she serves as Director of Talent Acquisition and Engagement for Xperience Real Estate, a Keller Williams affiliated organization and one of the fastest growing real estate teams in the country. She is responsible for talent acquisition and branding, partner engagement, and talent development consulting for real estate teams joining Xperience Real Estate. Based in Austin, Holly drives growth of Xperience Real Estate, also serving Regional Director for Central/West Texas. Prior to joining Xperience Real Estate, Holly served as Vice President of Keller Williams Realty International.

Associate Broker and founder of the Ricci Team at Keller Williams NY Realty, began her career in real estate at a very young age. Throughout her more than twenty years of service, she has maintained top producer status in the Westchester County, NY, and Fairfield, Connecticut marketplace. She does not quantify her success by income or the number of transactions, but the strength of the relationships she builds along the way. Customer service is at the forefront of everything she does and the reason her business is 78% repeat or referral based today. Ricci says “I get this magical feeling every time I see a client’s eyes light up when they accomplish their goal of buying or selling a home. No other career has ever given me that feeling; I know I found my true calling.” Christine’s personality and work ethic earned her a reputation as one of the most trusted and admired real estate professionals in her area. She is passionate about connecting with people thus allowing her to build an incredible network of agents worldwide. To meet the growing demand of her business and maintain a high level of service, she sought out and hand-selected other like-minded agents who share her passion, beliefs and work ethic, to form her highly successful team. All of the sales associates are seasoned experts in the local market and have a specific role in the transaction. Like any well-oiled machine, many moving parts must work well together to accomplish a client’s goal. They aim to provide the ultimate client experience to remember for a lifetime. Christine’s passion for leadership, coaching, and connecting with people ensures that every team member has the tools they need to succeed. They have completed rigorous licensing requirements and must commit to continuous real estate training and an education program designed by Christine. Her training is the most comprehensive in the industry. Her global influence and fluency in Portuguese and Spanish contributed to building a robust international relocation division. With the addition of Italian and Greek, the team can now serve more international clients moving to and from Westchester County and Fairfield CT. You are making the most significant financial decision of your life. Working with the Ricci Team will ensure you have a local expert with the most sophisticated tools, by your side throughout the process. Their experience extends beyond the everyday real estate transaction and includes Full service Buyer and seller division, Landlord and Tenant Division & International Relocation Services. They are recognized for their sales achievements and well respected amongst clients and other agents in the industry. Christine is grateful for her three children and family who have been the rocks in her life and continue to keep her inspired to leave a Legacy.

I am committed to making a difference for each of my clients. My extensive knowledge of the Dallas residential real estate market is matchless. My clients consistently seek my advice and trust my judgement on all types of real estate transactions. I takes pride on giving all of my clients, the most up-to-date information on the market, the trends, property values and comparable sales, giving a clear-sighted vision on what my clients can expect to accomplish, in today’s market.

I represent honesty, integrity, high energy, hard work and a creative service of each aspect of the real estate transaction, that you and I partake in. I have consistently shown the ability to satisfy clients in, listing their home for sale, working with first-time home buyers, or even experienced buyers. I am known for providing quality service and professionalism, selling homes which have never been placed on the market and including homes that didn’t sell the first time around.

I offer seamless assistance to you and your family in every step of the sale or purchase of your home, ensuring efficient and complete service for you. My high ethical standards, strong negotiating skills and my cutting edge marketing strategies, keep me at the top of the industry. I am building a career to being your only reliable agent and a consistent leader with a reputation for protecting all my clients’ interests.

Call me now without any obligation. I am ready to go to work for you today!

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Alexa Sawaya was born and raised in Austin, Texas and has always been grateful to call the magnificent city, home. Upon graduating from Texas Tech University, she moved back to Austin and now serves the central Texas area as a Realtor®. Her focus in studying and analyzing the market not only allows for educated and transparent transactions but also affords her the ability to perform as a high-level consultant and educator to her clients.

Alexa concentrates on concierge level service and is continually raising the bar in the Austin real estate market. Her listening skills, candidness, and empathetic nature allow her to build lasting relationships with her clients. Meanwhile, her persistence and ablest negotiation skills, merge to create a meritorious approach to real estate.

Much of her business stems from her vast connections in the Austin area, working with clients relocating to her native city, and her resilient relationships that often result in multiple transactions with both buyers and sellers.

A natural leader, Alexa is an indispensable guide through the home buying and selling process. In an eclectic city like Austin, her penchant for connecting with a wide variety of people, at all different levels in their wealth building, and service- focused approach affords her clients the opportunity to experience the true value in a real estate professional, far beyond exceeding their expectations.

Alexa and the Spinelli Residential Group have been honored year after year as members of the Austin Business Journal Book of Lists for their achievements as a top team of real estate agents in Austin.

Alexa holds degrees in Psychology and English from Texas Tech University and a GRI designation and RENE certification from the National Association of Realtors®.

As a lifelong resident of Mahopac NY, I have a profound knowledge of Westchester and Putnam County. I graduated from Iona College on the Dean’s list and received my degree in Business Administration. Real estate investment runs in my family and coupled with my business background, it is a perfect fit for me. My insights and knowledge benefit a range of clients from luxury homebuyers and sellers to rentals, and investment properties. I joined the Ricci team as a buyer’s agent because I strive to be the best I can be in life. The accountability and sense of community of the team keeps me motivated. In my spare time I enjoy golfing, exercising, and spending time with family and friends.

Growing up on a dairy farm, in Lynden, Washington, Becky understands the value of a hard day's work and real estate is no different. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, it is a natural instinct for Becky to find herself in a leadership role. Her passion for real estate started in 1996, when she purchased her first home at the age of 21.

Becky has bought and sold many properties so understands the unique needs of both the buyer and seller. Her experience encompasses owning and managing rental properties, flipping homes, building a custom home, and working for CBH Homes for 2 years. In January 2017, Becky joined forces with Keller Williams Realty Boise, Barb Dopp, and became an Agent with a Smile. Since that time, Becky has not looked back but rather focused on her passion, hunger, and drive for helping others through real estate. She understands and values that a home is most people's largest asset and investment. In 2018, she was awarded the Circle of Excellence Award for her overall production, and in March 2019 received accolades with the recognition of the Professionalism Award through Boise Regional Realtors. When Becky is not helping clients achieve their goals, you can find her at home, spending time with her family and friends, cooking, hiking the Boise Foothills with her golden retriever, Oakley, visiting Sun Valley, and exploring the splendor that Idaho has to offer.

Alisha brings over 10 years of Account Management experience, providing executive level service to all her clients. She brings a lot of passion when working with her clients; she knows with every transaction her clients are making big decisions, and investments for their future. Leaning heavily on her integrity, honesty, and continual education in the industry, she is a reliable source for her customers, allowing her clients to make informed decisions.

Heather Skow has been passionate about real estate her whole life. She learned the art and science of real estate growing up from grandparents who owned and managed investment properties, then going to countless Parades of Homes as a youngster, and finally purchasing multiple homes with her own family. As a real estate professional, her mission is to provide an outstanding client experience in buying and selling real estate. She has in-depth professional experience analyzing inventories, understanding market trends, and negotiating transactions, contributing to outstanding results.

Heather is the Lead Agent for Xperience Real Estate in Idaho’s Treasure Valley. She jump-started her career as the lead listing specialist on a top-ranked team in Boise, then helped that team grow and expand into West Ada County. Heather achieved over $33 million in sales volume in the last three years, selling homes priced from $100,000 to over $1 million and has consistently sold homes at an average of more than 98% of their list price.

Heather graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in English, then was employed by Nordstrom in Salt Lake City as a Customer Service Manager where she was named Customer Service All-Star and Regional Customer Service Manager of the Year. After moving to Idaho, she obtained her real estate license and currently holds the GRI designation. She is passionate about helping clients achieve their dreams as well coaching, mentoring and training other agents to meet and fulfill their own dreams.

Heather and her husband currently live in Meridian where they have raised their two children. She brings drive, desire for learning, honesty, integrity, respectful communication and kindness to every client.

I have been a Realtor for 6,5 years specializing in helping buyers find new homes, properties, or investments. I have helped many out of state buyers find the perfect home without even seeing the home. Because of my genuine love for helping and meeting new people, my position as a Buyer Specialist on the Agents With a Smile Team has been a great new experience in my life. I am a very caring person and that characteristic results in building relationships and maintaining many happy clients for life. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family & friends, shopping, camping, and traveling to new places.

I was born in New York and raised in Ireland. In 2011 I moved back to Westchester where I currently practice real estate full-time. My decision to join the Ricci Team as a listing agent was easy. I was hungry for knowledge and Christine Ricci provided the necessary resources to take my career to the next level. There is a sense of family and accountability I get from the team.

Orlando is the Director of Lead Generation. Early in his career, Orlando spent six years in the real estate industry where he built solid lead generation systems. He found a passion for marketing and forged a path that led him to serve in a variety of senior level marketing roles including Director of Search Engine Marketing for JustFab, Director of eCommerce for BCBG MaxAzria and VP of Marketing for Offline Inc. As a thought leader in the demand generation space, Orlando has been featured as a speaker and panelist at industry events such as the Traffic and Conversion Summit. As the real estate industry enters a tech revolution, Orlando’s expertise in building relationships with consumers in the digital space will add incredible value to Xperience’s real estate agents.

Heidi Strutzel is the Regional Director for Xperience Real Estate’s Pacific Northwest Region where she is responsible for recruiting and coaching. Heidi started her real estate career in 1999 after looking at an apartment and saying, “So you literally just walk people through houses, help them decide on the right one and write up the paperwork? I want that job!” In 2005, Heidi joined Wisconsin's largest home builder where she was repeatedly awarded salesperson of the month. Something she will never forget is when after only a month of being on the job her manager said, “Heidi, I’m not sure if you really know what you are doing, but you are so excited to be here helping people they just want to buy from you!” From there, she moved into the commercial realm working for a small commercial brokerage and later a commercial builder, but it was the personal relationships she missed, so in 2015 she came back to residential joining Keller Williams as Team Leader of the Madison East Market Center. Heidi has a reputation for bringing high energy, passion and professionalism to everything she does and loves helping grow and develop others. Heidi currently resides in Madison, WI with her husband and their combined 3 children. Heidi is a competitive slalom water skier and loves anything that involves beaches, sun and water. She has a passion for traveling and dreams of spending time in Italy learning to cook from locals. When she can’t be outside, you’ll find her curled up with a good book or in the kitchen baking.

Bradley's goal in life is to live elevated or to live a life of limitless possibilities. Bradley find the most joy when he is able to serve other people and help someone to take the next step in their life's journey. Whether the next step in life journey is the sale or purchase of a new home, or something else, Bradley extends his hand to help you take that next step.

Bradley was born and raised in Utah County. He has fond memories of attending Cougar basketball games with his Dad and brothers. As a young boy, he remembers sitting under the football stadium on the 4th of July watching the Stadium of Fire Fireworks. There is nothing better to Bradley, then taking a weekend drive through one of Utah's many canyons along the Wasatch Front. After many years of being away from Utah, Bradley is exciting to bring his family to Utah to build memories with all that Utah has to offer.

Bradley's career first began in customer service and project management in the financial services industry. Working for one of the largest banks in the country, Bradley learned how to provide world class service to his clients. Bradley's work in project management provided skills in analysis and project timelines. Both of these disciplines make Bradley an effective real estate professional providing world class service, and helping his clients complete their real estate transaction contractually on time.

Bradley believes that within the walls of a home is where people learn together, love together, laugh together and build eternal memories. It will be a great honor for Bradley to be a small part of helping you build memories in your home. Whether you need to sell, buy or update your home, Bradley is your trusted real estate advisor.

Taylin Teggeman is an Austin native, whose intimate local expertise and comprehensive market knowledge has afforded her client base to be largely made up of repeat and referral business. Her tenure and comprehension combined provide value to those who have the opportuinity to work alonside her.

Taylin grew up in Westlake and entered the industry at a young age working at Austin City Lofts from the ground up. She currently resides in the outskirts of Austin, in Bee Caves, with her family. Taylin's longevity in the industry and first-hand experience living and working in various parts of the city, afford her the abiliyt to educate her clients on the micro-markets and seamlessly guide them through the buying and selling process.

After working as a REALTOR® for newarly a decade, Taylin recognizes what truly drives her business - a concierge customer approach. It's how well you connect with the people you are trying to help, listening to their needs, and absorbing and retaining the information they provide you. She believes it's all about putting the client first, educating them on the market and the process, and going above and beyond in exceeding their expectations.

Working as a licensed REALTOR® does not define Taylin. She is a dedicated wife and mother to three children. When she is not out working she enjoys taking her children to Zilker Park and dining downtown with her husband.

No matter how complicated your transaction may get, you can feel confident and stress free with The Vitale Group behind you.

I am a graduate of Valhalla High School and Fairfield University with a B.A. in Sociology and Psychology. Family and close friends exposed me to the real estate industry at an early age; it felt natural to choose a career in the industry. My clients call me a “Westchespert” because of my intimate knowledge of Westchester County. I have a knack for interpreting my clients needs and creatively executing our plan. I joined the Ricci Team as a buyers agent because the culture, energy, and level of customer service is unmatched by any real estate company I have ever experienced.

After graduating in 1999 Francis started as a remodeling carpenter in South Eastern Massachusetts. Until the year 2008 when a friend persuaded him to begin a career in real estate and he has never looked back. Francis found Keller Williams Realty in 2010 where his career really took off and since then has helped hundreds of families with their real estate needs.

With customer service being the number one focus, a smooth and exciting journey is what you can expect when working with Francis and his team.

Business Coach with expertise in the real estate industry leading and growing the Xperience Growth Coaching Team. Coaching, teaching & training business owners, real estate agents and business coaches to create an Xperiential life is my professional focus and passion. Co-owner of the The Williams Team at Keller Williams Realty powered by Xperience Real Estate. Our team "Builds 'Xperiential' Lives Through Real Estate" for the members of our team and clients we serve. I enjoy spending time with my wife & business partner Kristen, our 3 year old daughter Ellee and our 10 year old pup Luby.

Kate Youman is a 5th-generation Texan proud to have grown up in Austin. Real Estate is in her blood. Daughter of one of Austin's first female Real Estate entrepreneurs and a world-renowned architect, Kate is intimately versed in the art of finding beautiful living spaces and lots in Austin's iconic and up-and-coming neighborhoods. Kate places great value on the strong sense of community she has established and the commitment to empowering and nurturing people to live life to their fullest potential. Having been exposed to Real Estate throughout her entire life, obtaining Texas and Colorado licenses in her early twenties, it's not surprising that after two decades of raising two daughters with husband Rick Youman, and working in the non-profit sector, Kate as chosen to return to a career that tuly comes second nature to her.

Kate values her connections in Austin's social and business communities. Her long history of local philanthropic involvement has included The Junior League, The Helping Hand Home for Children, Any Baby Can, KLRU's Producer's Circle, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Communities for Recovery, Eanes Education Foundation, UT's Charter School - University High School, and more.

As a community-focused member of Spinelli Residential Group at KW Austin Portfolio Real Estate, Kate is able to provide clients with the very best resources, a dedicated and client-focused network, and game-changing AI technology that is revolutionizing the industry, while continuing to cultivate lasting relationships with her sphere who can count on her to deliver exceptional customer service.