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ELEVATE Magazine - RASM - January 2023 Issue
You would be hard pressed to find a more genuine, humble, and enthusiastic leader than Brian Tresidder, Sales Manager with William Raveis Real Estate, and the newly installed President of the Realtor® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM). On December 8, guests of the 2022 Installation and Awards Banquet heard from outgoing president Tony Veldkamp, while 2023 RASM President Brian Tresidder presented his vision for the Association in the New Year. In addition, during the banquet, the 2022 RASM officers and directors were recognized along with nine award winners.
During his speech, Tresidder thanked Tony Veldkamp and the many Realtor® volunteers for their past and continued service to the Association. He also shared the Association’s strategic goal to focus on core initiatives that make the Association, its members, and the community thrive.
“I am privileged and honored to be your 2023 RASM President,” began Tresidder, “and I would like to thank Tony Veldkamp for his leadership and guidance throughout the year. 2023 is going to be an amazing year and I am very excited about what we will accomplish together as an Association.”
THEME FOR THE NEW YEAR
Tresidder went on to share his vision for the year ahead, adopting the motto of RASM being an allencompassing “Home for All.”
“Our theme for the Association in 2023 is ‘A Home for All,’ said Tresidder. “This theme has multiple meanings on multiple levels. We want to make sure that as a community leader in the real estate profession our Association is doing everything it can to make individuals in our community and Association feel at home.”
Brian’s “A Home for All” theme for 2023 embodies several RASM accomplishments that all members can be proud of:
1 | The newly completed RASM North office is like a “home” base for our RASM members who live in Manatee County and who previously had to travel to Sarasota for most RASM events, classes, and leadership meetings since the merger.
2 | The newly formed RASM Realtors® Charitable Foundation (RRCF), which supports housingrelated and home ownership charities in our area to help give people a place to call “home.”
3 | In 2023, the Association added a focus on “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” to our Strategic Plan because RASM is committed to providing a welcoming “home” environment for all our members.
Brian’s theme for the year stems in part from his passion for equality and inclusion.
“Through inclusive collaboration and mutual respect for our colleagues, we will focus on the principles that matter to the Association, and how we engage each other to reach our common goals. We fully embrace perspectives from all walks of liferegardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, or any other qualities by which we may define ourselves. We are committed to bringing out the best in ourselves, uncovering our hidden talents, and celebrating differences in our day-to-day interactions. These beliefs are essential as we serve our members who help fulfill the dream of home and property ownership in America,” said Tresidder.
GROWTH & ACHIEVEMENTS
Brian is especially proud of the tremendous growth RASM has experienced throughout the years.
“At over 9,000 members, we have officially become a ‘Mega Association.’ That is the largest category that NAR holds for classifying Association sizes, and we continue to grow due to our dedication to providing the best resources and education for our members and the community,” added Tresidder.
Brian is committed to adhering to the Association’s 2023 strategic plan to further advance the professionalism and expertise of its members. In addition, member participation and engagement, along with education, ethics training, and mentoring others, are especially important to him.
“The support and encouragement I have received from those who have come before me has been invaluable,” said Tresidder. “I truly believe RASM is the BEST Realtor® Association around, and that is due to our incredible professional staff, all of the individuals that volunteer to be servant leaders, and the many people that build each other up and support one another.”
PATH TO SUCCESS
RASM is a successful Association in part because of its members, and staff that work so hard to support its endeavors.
“My path with RASM started with my involvement with the YPN, and that led me into Professional Development. It started because someone asked me or suggested I volunteer for a leadership position, whether on a committee, chairing committees, or being on the
RASM Board of Directors and Executive Team. When asked, I said ‘Yes.’ If someone is encouraging you or tapping you on the shoulder to do something, it’s because they see something in you that you might not see in yourself yet.”
In addition to engaging with the Association, Brian’s advice is to always remain humble, take constructive criticism well, and never give up.
“When I first applied for the RASM Board of Directors, I was not selected. When I first applied for the Florida REALTORS® Leadership Academy, I was not selected. For those that might have been passed over for something at the Association in the past, don’t let it deflate you. Take the feedback and advice and use it to work on yourself, and don’t give up. You will be amazed at what you gain in the process and the respect you will receive when you take feedback positively and put yourself back out there after being passed over once.”
PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL & BACKGROUND
Brian grew up surrounded by a family of home builders, property managers, and Realtors®, so a career in real estate was a natural fit. Brian became a Realtor® in 2005, and in 2011, he became the Founding Partner and Broker at Key Solutions Real Estate, a successful real estate brokerage in Sarasota. In 2021, the brokerage merged with William Raveis Real Estate, the largest family-owned brokerage and the 9th largest brokerage in the country. Brian is the Sales Manager for both the Siesta Key and Lakewood Ranch offices.
Brian has a long and impressive history with the Association. He was one of the founding members of the RASM Young Professionals Network (YPN), and he has taken on co-chairing the communication subcommittee both in 2015 and 2016. In addition, he had the opportunity to co-chair the YPN Realtor® Bowling event in 2015, which raised over $10,000 for local charities and RPAC. He also had the privilege of being named the Suncoast Regional YPN Member of the year, and was a graduate of the RASM Leadership Academy in 2015.
Family is extremely important to Brian. In addition to his professional success, Brian is a proud husband and father who attributes his success to the continued love and support of his family, and most especially his wife, Sarah.
“The road that led me to the role of RASM president was paved with the support and sacrifices of my beautiful wife, Sarah. She is the reason that I can take on so many challenges, and I am eternally grateful for her.”
A HOME FOR ALL
The new year promises to bring strong leadership and exciting growth for RASM with Brian Tresidder at the helm.
“I am truly excited for 2023 and all that we can achieve together,” said Tresidder. “We are 9,000 members strong and growing daily. I know that together we provide the best environment for education, professionalism, and growth in the real estate industry. Together, RASM is a family of business professionals who mentor, encourage, and lift each other up. Together, RASM is a ‘Home for All.’”
2022 INSTALLATION HIGHLIGHTS
NEWLY INSTALLED OFFICERS
President: Brian Tresidder, William Raveis Real Estate
President-Elect: Tony Barrett, Barrett Realty, Inc.
Vice President: Debi Reynolds, Florida SunCoast Real Estate
Treasurer: David Crawford, Catalist Realty
2023 - 2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Nathan Butrum, NextHome Excellence
Pam Charron, Compass Florida, LLC
Brandy Coffey, Keller Williams Island Life
Ken Hoskinson, Hembree & Associates
Anita Lambert, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Marcia McLaughlin, RE/MAX Alliance Group
Julia Montei, Coldwell Banker Realty
Mary Northrup, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Brian Partie, Preferred Shore
Derek Patti, NextHome Excellence
Tony Veldkamp as Immediate Past President; SVN Commercial Advisory Group
2022 AWARD RECIPIENTS
REALTOR® of the Year: David Clapp, RE/MAX Alliance Group
President’s Award: Amy Worth, RE/MAX Platinum Realty
Distinguished Service Award: Alex Krumm, NextHome Excellence
Global Commitment Award: Carla Rayman Kidd, PLLC, Coldwell Banker Realty
YPN Member of the Year: Brooke Mailloux, Florida SunCoast Real Estate
Commercial REALTOR® of the Year: Melissa Harris, SIOR, Ian Black Real Estate, LLC
Newcomer Award: Cassie Yeager, Barrett Realty, Inc.
Humanitarian of the Year: Andrea Capek, Exit King Realty
Business Partner of the Year: Cindy Jaramillo, Bank of England
THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 ANNUAL PLATINUM
SPONSORS: Bank of England Mortgage
Berlin Patten Ebling
Hankin & Hankin Attorneys at Law
Pillar to Post Home Inspections
Suncoast One Title & Closings, Inc.
STOCK Development
