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2021 ELITE AGENTS
LISTING OF AGENTS | SPRING 2021
ANJA DEICHMANN Michael Saunders & Company 1605 Main St., Sarasota, FL c 941.284.7987 anjasellssarasota.com anjadeichmann.com
Darren Dowling + Mia McKeehan Coldwell Banker Realty 100 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL Darren c 941.204.0493 Mia c 941.726.0898
tracy pierce Michael Saunders & Company Plantation & West Vilalge (Wellen Park) 490 Rockley Blvd., Venice, FL c 941.275.1570 TracyPierce@MichaelSaunders.com michaelsaunders.com
michelle hupp The Hupp Group c 941.773.5464 michellehupp@kw.com thehuppgroup.com
Angela Lista Michael Saunders & Company 5100 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL c 941.544.6255
lisa napolitano + valerie Dall’acqua Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Lisa | 400 Barcelona Ave., Venice, FL Valerie | 50 Central Ave., Sarasota, FL Valerie.Dallacqua@premiersir.com c 941.445.7295 Lisa.Napolitano@premiersir.com
Sarasota Gulf Coast Realtors Keller Williams on the Water Sarasota Sandy Mazzarantani, Matt and Laura Rode, Molly Laramie and Melissa Sherk 1549 Ringling Blvd. #600, Sarasota, FL Matt Rode c 941.241.7949 Sarasotagulfcoastrealtors.com
angelaLista.michaelsaunders.com
SARASOTA GULF COAST REALTORS Laura and Matt began their career selling real estate in Sarasota, FL in 2013. In 2018, they joined Keller Williams on the Water Sarasota and established their team, Sarasota Gulf Coast Realtors. This elite group of professionals are proud members of Keller Williams Luxury International and are your market experts for all things real estate in both Sarasota and Manatee counties. Left: Sandy Mazzarantani, Matt and Laura Rode, Molly Laramie and Melissa Sherk.
THE MISSION OF SARASOTA GULF COAST REALTORS is to deliver excellence and aim to exceed expectations in everything we do. For the majority of people, the purchase or sale of a home is their largest single investment. Our goal is to guide you successfully and easily through the contractual investment and emotional decisions involved in the real estate process. We are committed to providing you, your friends and family with superior service and expertise. The team’s commitment to their clients shows as the Sarasota Gulf Coast Realtors quickly became one of Sarasota’s top producing teams in just two years. In 2020, the team sold over $70 million worth of real estate and helped over 180 families with their real estate transactions. This full-service team strives to modernize the experience of buying and selling real estate while serving their clients at the highest level.
Keller Williams on the Water Sarasota | 1549 Ringling Blvd #600, Sarasota Matt Rode c 941.241.7949 | SarasotaGulfCoastRealtors.com
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“A home exudes energy, personality and character. It is a place where life happens and memories are made. It’s not just a house to us. It is YOUR home.” —srq premier realty
2021 ELITE AGENTS
ANJA DEICHMANN Originally from Munich, Germany, Anja Deichmann made Sarasota her home in 2003 after living in New York City for nearly a decade. One of Michael Saunders & Company’s top producing agents, Anja has earned a tremendous amount of industry acclaim since receiving her real estate license 16 years ago. Anja has been involved in some of the region’s benchmark sales and is the proud recipient of prestigious broker and industry awards year after year.
Anja Deichmann Broker-Associate®, GRI 1605 Main Street Sarasota, FL 34236 AnjaSellsSarasota.com AnjaDeichmann.com c 941.284.7987
Anja’s passion for representing her customers to the highest standard is genuine and reflected in the way she runs her successful business that she built through hard work and her excellent reputation. Anja specializes in the individual goals of her buyers and sellers, tailoring her services to provide them with a real estate experience that always aims to exceed their expectations. Additionally, Anja is licensed with Colorado broker and fellow Leading Real Estate Companies of the World member Colorado Landmark Realtors in Boulder, where Anja and her husband own a second home. This allows her national and international clients a dynamic mix of lifestyle opportunities – from the beaches, golfing and boating of the East to the snow-capped mountains, ski retreats and horse and cattle ranches of the West.
Anja and her husband are zealous animal lovers. Their family consists of a number of four-legged members, including Anja’s beloved Friesian stallion “Pier” who is stabled and trained in Boulder, CO and fills her limited free time with deep joy. Anja holds a degree in marketing & communications and she infuses energy and creative solutions in all her real estate transactions. What truly sets her apart are her customized marketing strategies and her skills in negotiation. Anja’s clients value her friendly yet professional approach and her relentless enthusiasm for real estate, marketing and, most importantly, highly satisfied clients. MSC MISSION STATEMENT Michael Saunders &
Company is an independently-owned collaboration of agents providing the deepest, most strategic market insights in the region; global marketing reach to more than 700 real estate partners worldwide; and meticulous service to home buyers and sellers. The company culture is built from its Sarasota roots, strong moral standards, and a unified vigor to set the highest expectation for real estate services. Now its fifth decade of service, Michael Saunders & Company has grown into a network of 24 full-service real estate offices with annual revenue totaling over $2.78 billion and a dominating market share across all price points.
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ANGELA LISTA Entering her third year of real estate, Angela has been highlighted by leading broker Michael Saunders & Company as one of its rising stars, earning the Masters Award in 2020 for outstanding performance.
ANGELA, OR “ANGIE,” HAILS FROM NEW JERSEY. At a young age
Angela was introduced to the real estate industry by her father, a property investor dedicated to rejuvenating abandoned homes. This experience gave her a strong work ethic, taught her skill with a paintbrush and hammer, and sparked her passion for helping people. A property investor and now Realtor with Michael Saunders & Company, Angela is living her dream by helping others realize their real estate goals. Supported by a loyal book of customers and a drive to create unparalleled experiences, she quickly found herself in Sarasota County’s luxury market and was a 2020 Masters Award recipient with Michael Saunders and Co for outstanding sales performance. She’s also received the “2021 Rising Star Award” with Five-Star Professional and earned the “Rookie of the Year” Award her first year with Michael Saunders & Company. Angela is known for treating customers like family, taking the time to educate them by being completely honest and available, and it shows in the many testimonials she has received. “Buying or selling a home can be stressful, so I try to add a little fun to balance the more serious decision making. My motto is to laugh a lot and always be yourself because life is too short.” Angela has been with her husband for over 25 years, who speaks fluent Italian. They have two children, Gabriel & Angelina – though she would argue her husband is her “third kid” at times. Angela is an active swim mom of the Sarasota Sharks, a USA Swimming Official, and volunteers her time to officiate swim meets for both her children. She also enjoys Gulf fishing, boating, and exploring Florida State Parks.
MSC MISSION STATEMENT Michael Saunders & Company is an
independently-owned collaboration of agents providing the deepest, most strategic market insights in the region; global marketing reach to more than 700 real estate partners worldwide; and meticulous service to home buyers and sellers. The company culture is built from its Sarasota roots, strong moral standards, and a unified vigor to set the highest expectation for real estate services. Now its fifth decade of service, Michael Saunders & Company has grown into a network of 24 full-service real estate offices with annual revenue totaling over $2.78 billion and a dominating market share across all price points.
Angela Lista 5100 Ocean Blvd. | Sarasota, FL 34242 AngelaLista.MichaelSaunders.com c 941.544.6255
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Darren Dowling’s early real estate experience consisted of buying bulk
DARREN DOWLING MIA MCKEEHAN We’re on a mission to ensure clients reap the financial rewards of real estate and enjoy the Florida lifestyle the way it’s meant to be. And, we exhibit a hands-on and white-gloved approach so that you have an enjoyable, educational experience. Powered by our belief that unity and consistency are the hallmarks of every great organization, we look forward to welcoming you into our community and our culture. We are truly at your service, and we’re ready to help create your future — just the way you imagine it. Coldwell Banker Realty Darren Dowling | c 941.204.0493 Mia McKeehan | c 941.726.0898 100 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
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investment properties for a company in England before he expanded into buying and selling international property and land. Competitive by nature, Darren is a three-time British national champion and Florida state champion in cycling. He still races and trains aspiring cyclists as president of the Sarasota Cycling Club. But real estate has always been Darren’s true calling, and he thrives in the industry because he’s determined to ensure bigger and better results for his clients. Darren creates exceptional listings, commands buyer attention through inventive marketing, and negotiates deals that give his clients the advantage. He uses his goal-setting skills and goal-driven mentality to ensure buyers and sellers achieve the highest success, whether they’re upsizing, downsizing, or investing, and he provides them with top-notch service throughout the transaction.
Mia McKeehan is a Realtor with over a decade of experience in the Saraso-
ta and Manatee county real estate market and is known among her clients for being approachable, sophisticated, hardworking and detail oriented. She is always positive and brings a fresh perspective to her buyers and sellers, offering creative solutions that set her apart from the competition. In today’s fast-moving market where hours can sometimes make all the difference between success and a missed sale, Mia places a high value on responsive communication. A resident of Sarasota since 2009 and graduate of Rice University in Texas, Mia prides herself on her unparalleled local market knowledge of the area and wide range of experience with all residential property types, including luxury waterfront properties, condominiums, golf and resort communities, second homes, and investment properties. She is a member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing and holds her Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) designation. Combined Darren and Mia sold 45 properties in 2020 and are already exceeding their sales goals for 2021.
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LISA NAPOLITANO VALERIE DALL’ACQUA We believe luxury is not a price point, but a level of service. We strive to make each transaction seamless, and focus on the details so everyone involved can take the time to relax and have confidence in a successful sale.
OUR ADVANTAGE, of working as a Team provides our clients with strong local knowledge and expansive global connections. With over 25 years of combined experience, and annually ranked in the top 25 realtors of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, we are extremely passionate about what we do, and are dedicated to achieving your real estate goals. Our ability to master real connections, and the knowledge of owning, remodeling and developing waterfront property, is what it is all about. Relationships, personalized attention to detail, and delivering the best possible experience to each and every client. Allow us to help on your next real estate journey.
ABOUT PREMIER SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Headquartered in
Naples, Florida, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has over 1,400 associates and employees in 40 locations throughout Florida and North Carolina. Premier Sotheby’s International Realty also benefits from an association with the storied Sotheby’s auction house, established in 1744. The brokerage is a division of The Lutgert Companies, a prominent member of Southwest Florida’s business community since 1964. For more information, visit premiersothebysrealty.com.
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Lisa Napolitano | 400 Barcelona Avenue, Venice Valerie Dall’Acqua | 50 Central Ave, Sarasota valerie.dallacqua@premiersir.com c 941.445.7295 lisa.napolitano@premiersir.com
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TRACY PIERCE
ORIGINALLY FROM THE SUBURBS of Philadelphia,
PA, Tracy is now a loyal resident of Venice, FL, and is passionate about sharing her love of the area. Specializing in West Villages/Wellen Park, Tracy’s expertise is evident from both her resume and portfolio of lifetime customers that value her knowledge. She dedicates herself to providing high-quality customer service and developing long-lasting relationships. Tracy owned and operated her own successful business for 13 years, leading her to a career in real estate. A foundation in sales, marketing, and client satisfaction, her commitment to creating positive real estate experiences has consistently yielded impressive results, earning her the Rookie of the Year award at Michael Saunders & Company and a cemented place among the leading Gulf Coast broker’s Best of the Best in 2019 and the 2020 Top Selling agent in her office. Tracy prides herself in her ability to provide high quality service and help shoulder the stress from clients to help them move forward into their future. She will work with you to gain the necessary competitive edge when buying or selling your home, understand the challenges you’re up against in today’s market and provide you with ongoing communication about your real estate transaction. As a dedicated real estate professional, Tracy is proud to provide you with honest and meaningful work to help you achieve your goals and look forward to helping you with all your real estate needs.
MSC MISSION STATEMENT Michael Saunders &
Company is an independently-owned collaboration of agents providing the deepest, most strategic market insights in the region; global marketing reach to more than 700 real estate partners worldwide; and meticulous service to home buyers and sellers. The company culture is built from its Sarasota roots, strong moral standards, and a unified vigor to set the highest expectation for real estate services. Now its fifth decade of service, Michael Saunders & Company has grown into a network of 24 full-service real estate offices with annual revenue totaling $2.78 billion and a dominating market share across all price points.
Michael Saunders & Company Plantation & West Villages (Wellen Park) 490 Rockley Blvd. Venice, FL 34293 TracyPierce@MichaelSaunders.com MichaelSaunders.com c 941.275-1570