Signature Premier Post | Q2 2024

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FAMILY FUN DAY

Nothing says summer like our annual Family Fun Day at Adventureland—even a rainy day couldn’t dampen the excitement! We rented out the entire theme park for an afternoon packed with fun, games, and memories made just for our Signature agents and their families. Despite the weather, the smiles, laughter, and energy were unstoppable!

Captree Fishing Charter • July 21 • Charity Art Show • August 8 •

Surfer’s Way • August 12 •

Build-a-Backpack • August 4 • Roslyn O ce

September • Montauk Retreat

September 24-26 •

MANAGER & ADMIN HAPPY HOUR

Huge thanks to our friends at Contour for hosting an amazing happy hour for our incredible managers and admins! It was a fantastic evening full of laughs, great conversations, and quality time with some of our favorite people. We loved seeing everyone together!

WALK FOR AUTISM ACCEPTANCE

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Signature Cares Walk for Autism Acceptance in support of the ELIJA Foundation! It was a beautiful day to come together for a cause so close to our hearts. The ELIJA Foundation continues to go above and beyond to empower individuals with autism and support their families, and we’re honored to stand behind their incredible mission.

EASTER BASKET DONATIONS

We’re excited to announce that we assembled and donated a total of 365 Easter Baskets this year to Helping Hand Rescue Mission!

Thank you to everyone who helped make Easter a little bit sweeter for so many kids!

WELCOME!

New Additions To Our Family

Marilyn Martinez | Babylon

Jared Sirias | Bay Shore

Karla Barraza | Bay Shore

Vincent DiGrigoli | Bay Shore

Brittany Franco | Bay Shore

German Franco | Bay Shore

Alexandra Quinones | Bay Shore

Adrian Manley | Bay Shore

Jenna Hofmann | Bay Shore

Vicki Velez | Bay Shore

Leeann LaDonna | Bay Shore

Norma Klager | Bay Shore

Gabriella Bucceri | Bay Shore

Barbara Fishkind | Bay Shore

Peter Mistretta | CSH

Gina Bello | CSH

Lee Eliyahu | CSH

Caryndia Reynoso | Dix Hills

Isabel Jones | E Northport

Theodore Christman | East Setauket

Nicholas Piazza | East Setauket

Gary Baumann | East Setauket

Yavuz Girdap | East Setauket

Nayeli Serrano | Garden City

Sally Thomas | Garden City

Sean McCoyd | Garden City

Inas Hashish | Garden City

Steve Cisek | Garden City

Claudette Dixon | Hampton Bays

Steven Marino | Massapequa Park

Rosemary Marino | Massapequa Park

Tina DeVita | Massapequa Park

Joanne Russo | Massapequa Park

Jaclyn Scully | Massapequa Park

Michelle Scibilia | Massapequa Park

Alexandra McDonald | Massapequa Park

Kimberly Holland | Massapequa Park

Lucille Tzivelekis | Merrick

Fredricka Botha | Merrick

Timothy Scutchfield | Merrick

Melissa King | Miller Place

Mark Sanchez | Miller Place

Kelly Rettman | Miller Place

Amanda Ferrer | Northport

THE BEST OF THE BEST

We are so proud of our agents who were honored for this year’s awards!

ROBIN DIGIROLAMO’S RETIREMENT

Wishing a very happy retirement to our beloved Robin!

Robin has been the soul of our Sayville o ce—always leading with grace, heart, and kindness. She’s touched so many lives and made a lasting impact on everyone around her.

Thank you, Robin, for everything you’ve given to our Signature family. You’ll be so missed, but we’re cheering you on as you begin this next beautiful chapter!

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

WELCOME!

New Additions To Our Family

Maria Siniscalchi | RVC

Francine Moustakalis | RVC

Janeria Huey | Ronkonkoma

Tristan Fraser | Ronkonkoma

Nur Muhammad Zayeed Ahmed | Ronk

Michael Grazio | Ronkonkoma

Robert Guadioso | Ronkonkoma

Tasfia Aziz | Ronkonkoma

Mary Marino | Sayville

Kerrin Dullea(Moshfeghi) | Sayville

Erica Cillo | Sayville

Heather Urizzo | Sayville

Daniel Metzger | Sayville

Daniel Iovino | Smithtown

Salvatore Rossi | Smithtown

Ashley Thompson | Smithtown

Raquel Latona-Sanchez | Smithtown

Joseph Femia | Smithtown

Jake Biro | Smithtown

Mariarita Vella | Smithtown

Mohammed Mudassir | Smithtown

Monica Blanco | Smithtown

Christine Buggenhagen | Smithtown

Estrellita Hodelin | Smithtown

Leilei Chen | Syosset

Dianne Kay | Syosset

Jasmeet Kaur-Soni | Syosset

Noreen Gudmundsen | Wading River

Nicole Cherouvis | Wading River

Deanna Arecco | Wantagh

Colleen Chase | Wantagh

Patricia Logue | Wantagh

Thank you to our amazing admin team for being the calm, the order, and the magic behind it all. We love and appreciate each and every one of you!

OFFICE DATE NIGHTS

Happy hour hits di erent when you love your team. We’ve had so much fun spending time with our o ces...outside of the o ce. Our weekly date nights have been a great way to celebrate YOU!

PRIDE MONTH

This Pride Month, we had the honor of visiting the LGBT Network’s headquarters for an inside look at the incredible work they do year-round on Long Island. From community programs to advocacy e orts to Pride events, their impact is felt far and wide.

Huge thank you to CEO Robert Vitelli for the tour and conversation—and for everything the LGBT Network does to support, uplift, and empower.

FOOD PANTRY UPDATE

Our Smithtown o ce shattered records for our monthly food pantry with a grocery bill totalling a whopping $7,770!! Special shoutout to Stephanie Calino and Mia Kaiser for coordinating such an amazing feat!

For those unaware, every month we collect and donate non-perishable foods for various charities across the island.

ACHIEVE GRADUATES

Please join us in congratulating the most recent Signature University ACHIEVE Training Program Graduates!* ACHIEVE is a multi-module, comprehensive training program o ered to new agents, newto-Signature agents, or agents who are seeking basic fundamental training through Signature University. Signature o ers yearround coaching and encouragement to jump start your real estate career. *Roster at press time.

Enea Dushaj | Babylon

Adrian Manley Jr | Bay Shore

Gabriella Bucceri | Bay Shore

Jonathan LaFlare Martin | Bay Shore

LeeAnn LaDonna | Bay Shore

Norma Klager | Bay Shore

Yvonne Melendez | Bay Shore

Vicki Velez | Bay Shore

Gabriela Philippou | Cold Spring Harbor

Gina Bello | Cold Spring Harbor

Eric Sak | East Northport

Kyle Richards | Garden City

Nayeli Serrano | Garden City

Steven Cisek | Garden City

Christopher Iebba | Hampton Bays

Francine Brocco | Massapequa Park

Mary Taylor | Massapequa Park

Kelly Rettman | Miller Place

Peter Ritieni | Miller Place

Pamela Bloxon | Miller Place

Robert Raheb | Miller Place

Zane Robinson | Miller Place

Desiree Booth | Northport

Diane Nystrom | Rockville Centre

Oleg Volfman | Rockville Centre

Adonis Alvarado Turcios | Ronkonkoma

Jeaneille Clarke | Ronkonkoma

Betty Muller | Smithtown

Cathleen Donovan | Smithtown

Yvette Noriega | Smithtown

Christie Morgan | Smithtown

Dr. William Galati | Smithtown & Southold

Warren Woodard | Southhold

Joann Latora | Wading River

Carmine Paradiso | Wantagh

SIGNATURE SPOTLIGHT

Behind every one of our agents and sta there is a wonderful support system. We love celebrating each other’s greatest moments! Here are some of our loved ones’ most recent accomplishments.

The Aronsons: Alexis & Samantha are officially BSN RN & working in the ED & ICU. Zach crushed quarters 3 & 4 with a GPA 4.28, now entering his senior year.

Kelly Lazauskas’ son, who is a police officer, married his sweetheart on May 30th in Seattle, WA.

Laurie Riechert’s son, Billy Riechert, got engaged this July.

Jill McDowell’s women empowerment podcast, Secrets of Powerful Women, has won a prestigious folio award this year for best podcast.

Chris McAuley’s daughter, Kayla, recently graduated from St. Anthony’s High School and has committed to the University of Alabama, where she will begin her freshman year this August, majoring in Sports Communications and Management.

Lisa Palermo’s granddaughter, Rose, turned one.

Lee Eliyahu’s daughter, Maya Marcy Eliyahu, was born on April 2nd .

Sara Abikzer’s son, Aidan, graduated from The University of Tampa where he served as equipment manager for the championship Ice Hockey team.

Desiree Booth’s daughter, Callie, graduated pre-k!

Louise Tudisco’s daughter, Lexis, got engaged to Bobby while in Ireland.

Mel Karakatsanis’ son, Christian, and his wife, Victoria, were married on May 31st

Also, Mel’s husband Tom was promoted to Vice President at Con Edison.

SIGNATURE SPOTLIGHT

Behind every one of our agents and sta there is a wonderful support system. We love celebrating each other’s greatest moments! Here are some of our loved ones’ most recent accomplishments.

Rosanne Gearhart was recognized by the Kings Park Wrestling community in April for 24 years of dedication and service, working with many incredible athletes, families and coaches.

Elke Mariotti received a proclamation from the Town of Huntington for 30 years of volunteer service!

Katie O’Hara got married on May 3rd to Nick Tligas.

Antoinette Fallacara’s daughter, Kirsten, graduated with honors from St John’s University in just 3 years with a B.S. degree in Advertising Communications.

Susan Rupp’s daughter, Kiera, graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Interior Architecture and Design, with a minor in Business. She’s received numerous awards including being chosen by Metropolis Magazine as one of the Future 100 Interior Design Undergraduates for 2025!

Sue Stapleton’s daughter, Rebecca, married Eddie, on May 23rd, at The Vineyards at Aquebogue. The couple will honeymoon in Croatia.

Larry Barasch’s daughter, Brandi, (Ronkonkoma Saturday Admin), graduated on May 23rd from Stony Brook University Summa Cum Laude with a 3.92 GPA for her Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences. She is continuing her education there to obtain a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. She is one of only 11 students accepted into this program.

John Tiburzi welcomed baby, Johnny George Tiburzi, born June 29th at 2:01am, 9lbs 3oz, 20.5 inches. Also Congratulations to Christine and Jan Hermanowski - Proud grandparents!

SIGNATURE SPOTLIGHT

Behind every one of our agents and sta there is a wonderful support system. We love celebrating each other’s greatest moments! Here are some of our loved ones’ most recent accomplishments.

Dee Donovan’s son got engaged! Wedding is planned for August 2026.

Denise Reinke’s granddaughter graduated from pre-k.

Shannon Hansen & Melissa Brandt participated in LaxOut Cancer in May at the Shoreham Wading River High School to help raise funds for local community members who are dealing with cancer. Anthony Gagliard of Contour Mortgage was a sponsor at the event.

Kathy Ciavarella’s daughter, Ashley Feit, has been promoted to Tax Partner at Ernst & Young CPA Firm.

Deb Berkman’s granddaughter, Eliana, celebrated her 1 year old birthday in style with a Eliana in ONEderland Party!!

Cristina Marinelli got engaged to Dan Costantino on May 10th!

Annmarie Portaro’s daughter got engaged! Her son got a job as a top chef on a yacht!

Marni and Mike Richardson’s daughter Emily graduated from Lindenhurst High School.

Nicole Buffa’s twin girls, Nadia and Remy, graduated high school and will be attending the University of Georgia and University of South Carolina.

Debi Dooley’s daughter, Julia, married Alicia on April 26th at Shepherd’s Run in Rhode Island.
Claire Leface welcomed a new granddaughter, Lucy Marie, on June 3rd

HAPPENINGS AT CONTOUR

GUIDING YOUR CLIENTS ON USING HOME EQUITY:

We are proud to offer our Bridge Loan product to help homeowner’s buy their new home with cash before they sell their current home. Our clients are also using a HELOC to buy investment properties and second homes with cash to strengthen their offers. Both provide unique solutions for our agents to create more opportunities.

Our Renovation HELOC allows your borrowers to build their dream home. Our product will value the property based on the construction planned. This gains them access to significantly more money than any other 2nd lien available. For our agents, if the client finds that the current home renovation is out of reach, they often decide to sell and buy a new home, creating a lot of new business!

We find that most clients with equity have many goals, but not sure where to start. Presenting ideas outside the box will sperate you as the expert and create more opportunities for you! See your dedicated Contour Mortgage Loan Officer for further details.

HUNTINGTON CHAMBER MEET & GREET

Contour Mortgage’s Huntington office proudly hosted a networking event for the Huntington Chamber of Commerce, welcoming both new and existing members for an evening of connection and community building. Branch Manager Jesse Sasso greeted attendees and shared how Contour Mortgage is committed to supporting local businesses and homeowners in Huntington. The event provided a valuable opportunity for professionals to expand their networks while enjoying a warm, collaborative atmosphere.

STEVIE TURNS ONE!

Contour’s Marketing Director, Kenny Vasquez, and Signature’s Director of Agent Marketing, Allison Cervantes (Vasquez), celebrated their daughter’s first birthday! Stevie Rochelle turned one on July 12th. Happy birthday, Stevie!

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