SRQ Magazine | July/August 2024: Best of SRQ Local Winners Showcase

VOTED ONE OF “SARASOTA’S TOP 12 REALTORS” BY SRQ MAGAZINE READERS

THE

MEI TEAM | DENISE AND NICOLE MEI

Denise and Nicole Mei are motivated by their steadfast dedication to providing exceptional real estate solutions. As a collaborative family team, Denise and Nicole leverage their diverse skills and experiences to deliver unparalleled service to their clients. The Mei team consistently ranks among the top-performing teams at Michael Saunders & Company, a testament to their ability to understand and exceed their customers’ needs and expectations. Beyond their professional achievements, the Mei Team prioritizes quality time with family above all else.

“GUIDING YOU HOME WITH INTEGRITY, EXPERTISE, AND A COMMITMENT TO EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.”

AS A REALTOR, what sets our business apart is our personalized approach to each client’s needs. We prioritize building strong relationships and understanding our clients’ unique goals, whether they’re buying or selling a property. Our commitment to communication, transparency, and integrity ensures that every transaction is smooth and successful.

Our best advice for someone looking to buy or sell in the current real estate market is to stay informed and work with a knowledgeable real estate agent who understands the local market dynamics. With the current market fluctuations, having expert guidance and strategic planning is crucial for achieving your goals.

What we love most about our job is the opportunity to make a positive impact in people’s lives. Whether it’s helping clients find their dream home

or guiding them through the process of selling their property, being able to assist them during such significant life transitions is incredibly rewarding. We thrive on the satisfaction of knowing that we’ve played a role in making their real estate goals a reality.

Being recognized by SRQ readers as a Top Realtor this year is a tremendous honor and validation of the hard work and dedication we’ve put into our profession. It signifies that our peers and clients appreciate the quality of service we provide and trust us to deliver exceptional results. This recognition motivates us to continue striving for excellence and serving our clients with the highest level of professionalism and expertise.

The Mei Team

Michael Saunders & Company | Siesta Key Office

O (941) 349-3444 F (941) 349-4333

Denise Mei, Broker-Associate M (941) 685-3198

E DeniseMei@michaelsaunders.com

Nicole Mei, Realtor M (941) 400-0540

E NicoleMei@michaelsaunders.com

5100 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34242 michaelsaunders.com/meiteam

MOLLY HIGDON

Molly Higdon, a Sarasota local since 2010, a ributes her education in Business Marketing and Management and her passion for helping others as the groundwork for her success in Real Estate. Molly has built a reputation for her refreshingly friendly customer service and is known for her a ention to detail, strong work ethic, professionalism, and integrity. Molly is commi ed to providing the highest level of representation to her clients. Her goal is to create a stress-free, enjoyable and profitable experience for every client whether they are buying or selling.

“I STRIVE TO EXCEED EXPECTATIONS IN ALL THAT I DO. MY GOAL IS ALWAYS TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOURS.”

MY MISSION As a member of the Sarasota Gulf Coast Homes team, our mission is to deliver excellence and aim to exceed expectations in everything we do. 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 with superior service and expertise. ACCOLADES Molly is a proud member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, earning the Guild Elite Designation, the institute’s most prestigious designation of excellence, recognizing the best of the best with proven performance in the multi-million-dollar market. In addition, she is a member of the Keller Williams Luxury International Division. With over $60M worth of real estate sold and 100% 5-Star reviews, she has what it takes to help you with all of your Real Estate needs.

2025 BOSRQ Marketing Packages Space Closing August 28, 2024

If you’d like to join us for a BOSRQ Local Workshop this summer, contact us at growmybusiness@srqme.com

Preview to the 2025 Competition Program

NOMINATIONS PHASE

| WED. OCT 9, 2024 - WED. NOV 13, 2024

The Nominations Phase (or write-in phase) is where we ask our readers to tell us which local businesses should be on the official voting ballot in each category. Readers are invited to share their nominations by writing in their favorite businesses. Based on the number of nominations a business receives, the top 3-12 nomination-ge ers (cut-offs vary by category) will make it onto the official ballot and move into the voting round.

VOTING PHASE

| WED. JAN 8, 2025 - WED. FEB 5, 2025

A er nominations are collected, it’s time to elevate those with the most nominations to the official Best of SRQ Local Ballot. There is a “go dark” period between the Nominations and Voting phases to tabulate nominations. The top 3-12 performers in each category make it into the Voting Round playoffs and are added to the official BOSRQ voting ballot. Readers are invited to return in January to vote for their favorites on the ballot.

BEST OF SRQ LOCAL AWARDS EDITION,

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THE BIG REVEAL: APRIL 2025 | WINNERS SHOWCASE: JULY 2025

MEET THE WINNERS | OCTOBER 2025

A er all the votes have been counted, the Official Readers’ Guide to the Winners will announce the ranking of the winners alongside quotes from the readers who voted for them. Finalists and winners who booked a Double Feature or Triple Threat have their print ads placed adjacent to the feature and continue to have their enhanced listing included in the digital winners guide on the website. If the SRQ team produced a Best of Video for you, it will also be included on the SRQME YouTube site.