December 30th, 2015 at 10:00 am
Real estate agents are legendary when it comes to giving back to the communities they serve. No agents are bigger rock stars of community involvement than those who represent Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.
In 2015, our terrific team members volunteered countless hours to help support people and causes throughout Southern California. Some felt a deep personal connection through their own life experiences or those of family members. Others wanted to make a difference in the neighborhoods they are proud to call home. Still others enjoyed the camaraderie of interacting with co-workers and community members as they came together to benefit a deserving charity.
We’ve compiled a list below to recognize a few of our agents who gave selflessly during 2015, and the causes they touched. We salute each contributor, and want everyone to know just how much we appreciate their efforts!
Hundreds of our agents, managers, their families and friends participated in Coastal Cleanup Day, California’s single-largest volunteer event. They hauled off hundreds of pounds of debris to make our beaches, bays, and lagoons sparkled as bright as could be.
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December 23rd, 2015 at 10:00 am
In just over two minutes our leaders explain the story of our brand and its tremendous growth. They discuss why our values and beliefs separate us from other real estate brokerages. Watch now to learn how we’re becoming better, stronger, wiser, and more unique to serve our customers better.
December 16th, 2015 at 10:00 am
From left, Marti Gellens, event host Mary Murphy, and Maxine Gellens.
When luxury real estate specialist Maxine Gellens decided to compete in the first San Diego Dancing with the Stars fundraiser in 2013, she had no idea it would literally change her life. In just a few short months, Maxine, an agent with our La Jolla Arcade office, went from dance novice to serious competitor with a passion for her newfound sport.
But Maxine’s dance moves haven’t only impacted her. They also benefited the San Diego Family Justice Center Foundation’s efforts to support victims of domestic violence, child abuse, stalking, and sexual assault; and increase awareness of the San Diego Police Historical Association’s museum on College Avenue.
Along with her daughter and business partner, Marti Gellens, Maxine helped organize this year’s event, and took to the dance floor at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines on Dec. 5 to raise funds on behalf of the two beneficiaries.
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December 15th, 2015 at 10:54 am
Welcome to The Agent Edge: Episode 3! Today’s guest is Jo Ann Mermis from our Montecito office. Jo Ann is a top-producing agent who was first licensed in 1985 and has over 30 years’ experience in the real estate field.
In today’s show you’ll hear from Jo Ann how a girl from Kansas moved to Santa Barbara and transitioned from stay-at-home mom to real estate titan. She delves into both her personal story and just how valuable her network was to her early real estate days and her career today.
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December 14th, 2015 at 10:00 am
Participants in the third annual Banc of California Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot representing the Pacific Palisades office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, from left, are REALTOR® – Sales Associates Jane Fujinaka, Teresa Akerblom, Sue Kohl, Regional Vice President/Branch Manager John Closson, and Brett Duffy.
Five community-minded real estate professionals were among the 1,200 individuals who ran through the streets of Pacific Palisades on Thanksgiving Day to raise funds and awareness to assist people who might not be able to do so themselves.
The participants from our Pacific Palisades office showed their gratitude and support by taking part in the third annual Banc of California Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot, a 5K/10K charity event. Proceeds from the race benefit the Hearts With Hope Foundation and the Los Angeles Food Bank.
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