SPECIAL REPORT
TOP AGENTS SHANNON STONE
Re/Max Kelowna – Stone Sisters Group Kelowna, BC
RON ANTALEK Re/Max Lifestyles Realty Maple Ridge, BC
Don’t let Ron Antalek’s unassuming demeanour fool you. He is one of the undisputed kings of the BC real estate industry. Antalek has been Re/Max’s number-one agent in Canada for units sold four times and has been the company’s top producer in BC an astonishing 15 times. Antalek’s passion for real estate, on full display for three decades, is rivalled only by his desire to help his community. He is the president/chair of the Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation and has been involved with its board for a decade. “I have a passion for youth, seniors, and mental and psychical health,” he says. “The RMHF is a way for me to make a difference.”
JOE CONLON
Royal LePage Binder Real Estate
Kelowna’s market was a different beast in 2019, brimming with listings and anxious sellers. How did Shannon Stone handle it? “We embraced it!” she says. “The administrative staff grew, we created new systems to ensure communication was more frequent and consistent, and we became more innovative with our marketing strategies’ targets.” The changes have paid off handsomely for Stone, who now runs of one of Re/Max’s most exciting boutique brokerages alongside her sister, Tamara. “It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day,” she says. “But in an industry that is ever-changing, you need to remain optimistic and eager at all times.”
MARCEL GLADU Re/Max Crown Realty (1989) Sudbury, ON
Marcel Gladu is nothing if not consistent: Every year since 2006, he has been a member of either Re/Max’s Chairman’s Club or Platinum Club. “An elite real estate agent always puts his clients’ best interests above all else,” Gladu says. “At the end of the day, it isn’t about cashing another commission cheque, but rather creating a lasting impression and meaningful client-Realtor relationship.” Although he’s at the top of his game, Gladu is always looking for new ways to increase awareness. He recently started a What’s Cooking in Real Estate? video series, where he showcases clients’ homes while cooking in their kitchens.
Windsor, ON
Joe Conlon has come a long way since entering the industry at age 22, fresh off a stint selling cell phones. “I didn’t know what to expect and had very little fear of failure, which I believe helped me grind it out to where I am today,” he says. Conlon is now one of Windsor’s hottest Realtors, having closed more than 140 deals in each of the last two years. “You need to put on your blinders and just focus on you and your clients,” he advises fellow agents. “Don’t pay attention to the noise. Show up, work hard and take care of your people.”
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COURTNEY LEVERT Exit Realty Twin Bridges Sarnia, ON
Exit Realty’s Courtney Levert had a banner year in 2019, becoming the first agent in her office to receive the company’s coveted Gold Award. In addition to the hustle she brings to the job every day, Levert says humility and an appreciation for those around her have created an atmosphere that inspires people to work with her. “You can’t only appreciate clients; [you also have to appreciate] those who helped you along the way,” she says. Levert donates $100 from every transaction to the local SPCA as part of her Pawsitive Properties campaign. Considering the number of houses she sells, Sarnia should be some to some very happy puppies.
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