Green Team Awards Ceremony for 2017

Geoff Green takes the name of his company, the Green Team, quite seriously. Being an agent here is all about being part of a team. It’s about perfecting your craft, providing consummate service to each and every client. Also, it’s about providing support to your team mates. Furthermore, it’s about reaching for and achieving goals. At the Green Team Awards Ceremony, those goals were recognized. On January 26, 2018 the Green Team family came together to celebrate a very good year. 2017 saw many agents not only succeed in their goals, but surpass them. As a result, Geoff presented the framed certificates with pride.
Geoff was asked how it felt to have so many of his agent’s reach various levels of success. “I have an overwhelming sense of gratitude,” he replied. After starting this company 13 years ago, Geoff is seeing his goals surpassed by people he deeply cares about. One of the things that he loves about this business is its ability to help improve, even change, lives. And knowing that he has had a part in creating the training, the support, the vehicle and the opportunity for change means everything. Because, above all, this business is about people.
Awards were presented at Albert Wisner Library, followed by a Post Awards Ceremony Celebration hosted by Jeremy Miller of First Home Bank at the Historic Warwick Inn.
Presentation of awards was by category.
And the Green Team’s First MVP Award, for $10+ Million in Sales Volume, Goes To…
Finally someone broke Geoff Green’s record of $10 Million in sales in a year, and he couldn’t have been happier or prouder. When Geoff first met Jennifer DiCostanzo, he told her that he saw her as becoming the #1 Agent in all of Orange County, not merely in the Green Team. When asked about how she felt on achieving over $10 Million in sales in 2017, Jen replied… “Rewarded.” “Humbled, honored to be recognized for all the hard work and long hours I put in. This is something you don’t take lightly. The numbers don’t mean everything. You need tunnel vision; just focus on meeting the expectations and needs of your clients. That is ultimately the goal, and in the end, everyone wins.” Jen is excited to have raised the bar, both for herself and for her fellow Green Team associates.
Jen lovingly acknowledges the support and contributions of her family. She couldn’t have done this without them. They’re a team, organizing and having flexibility because of her often erratic schedule and long work hours. Her recipe for success? When you are given an opportunity, determination, hard work, keeping current, and keeping steady will keep you on track. “When you love what you do,” says Jen, “it’s not work. I can’t imagine doing anything other than Real Estate.”
In addition to the very special MVP Award, Jen was awarded Yearly Sale Leader for 2017 and Citizen of the Year, for her outstanding contributions to our local community. In the middle photo, Jen and Vernon Yearly Sales Award Winner, Keren Gonen, happily display their awards.
And It’s Another Triple Win…
In the Vernon office, Keren Gonen scored a triple play. In addition to being Yearly Sales Leader for 2017, Keren was voted Team Player and Citizen of the Year by her coworkers. What makes this all even more special is that this was Keren’s first year as an agent. Furthermore, to Geoff Green, Keren is a shining star, a remarkable sales person with tenacity and drive to be at the top. Keren truly believes that where a person lives has a big impact on their happiness. Therefore, she loves helping her clients, whether they are buying or selling, achieve their goals and enhance balance and happiness in their lives. She dedicates herself to providing them with the best real estate experience possible. In real estate, Keren has found her balance and happiness. And, in the Green Team, a new home.
Momentum Builder Award
This is a very special award for the Green Team Sales Associate who has created the most positive and consistent momentum in their professional career. The nominee has had the same impetus reflected in many aspects of their professional career, and in their personal life. This year, Tammy Scotto was honored and moved the ceremony attendees with her story and words of inspiration.
The Captain’s Club
The Captain’s Club is one of the ways that Geoff recognizes and rewards the members of his team who have achieved a certain level of success in their business. Agents who have achieved a sales volume of $3 Million or more are acknowledged. There are benefits that go along with getting to this level. According to Geoff, it’s about more than sales volume. It is about showing that you have what it takes to be the captain of a team.
Captain’s Club – Warwick
From left to right: Dean Diltz, Angela Murphy, June Cosgrove-Hayes, Pip Klein, Tammy Scotto and Vikki Garby. Not shown in photo: Chris Kimiecik, Nancy Sardo, Denise Schmidt and Lucyann Tinnirello .
Captain’s Club – Vernon
From left to right: Barbara Tesa, Charles Nagy and Keren Gonen.
Top Producer Awards
Agents in this category reached over $2 Million in sales volume.
From Left to Right: Linda VanDeweert and Terry Gavan of the Green Team Warwick Office proudly display their awards, as do Ted Van Laar and Joyce Rogers of the Vernon office. (Not Shown in Photo: Stacy Springer, Vernon office)
And last, but definitely not least…
The Warwick office selected Donna Roberts as its Team Player of 2017. Donna is the person who is there for everyone, doing everything. She keeps the agents and the offices running smoothly. And, she did a remarkable job coordinating this event. Thank you, Donna!
Looking forward to another great year!
Nancy Sardo wins Third Quarter Sales Leader Award

WARWICK – (November 1) The Green Team Home Selling System is located at 7 Main Street in the Village of Warwick.
Nancy Sardo is on a roll! The Green Team Home Selling System in Warwick, NY has announced that Nancy recently won the Third Quarter Sales Leader Award, after having won the award for the Second Quarter. When asked about her recent successes, Nancy makes it clear that she doesn’t want to talk about herself. “It’s not about me,” she says. “It’s about the support the Green Team offers. It’s about the most up-to-date marketing tools, resources and training sessions available to us. It’s about co-workers that form a very real team, always having your back and always being there to offer advice and support. But most of all, I am grateful to work with a Broker who does everything he can to help everyone, from newcomers to seasoned agents, build their businesses and achieve their goals. Geoff Green works tirelessly to provide us with the latest educational, technical and marketing tools we need to succeed. And he always makes himself available to answer questions, brainstorm problems, and encourage us to be the best we can in this business.”
According to Geoff Green, “Nancy Sardo is a true superstar. That pretty much says it all. Nancy has won her second (in a row) Quarterly Sales Leader Award. Nancy’s business is truly flying and quite frankly she is going to be hard to catch. I have never seen Nancy so focused and confident in her Real Estate Sales business. It’s fun to watch and to do all that we can to help her along.”
Nancy is an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), and has earned her Associate Broker’s License as well as Seniors Real Estate (SRES) designation. In addition to listing and selling homes throughout Orange County, Nancy is passionate about new construction and has helped many clients build their dream homes. Nancy, husband Denis and their two children make Warwick their home. For more information, visit the Green Team website for Nancy’s biography and current listings.
Barbara Tesa Wins Third Quarter Sales Leader Award – 2017

VERNON, NJ – (November 1) Green Team New Jersey Realty in Vernon, NJ is proud to announce that Barbara Tesa is the recipient of its Third Quarter Sales Leader Award.
Though relatively new to Green Team NJ Realty, Barbara is no newcomer to the real estate industry. She brings to the Green Team over 20 years of professional experience in residential and commercial real estate management and 8 years as a successful licensed real estate agent in New Jersey. Barbara’s professionalism, knowledge and commitment to her clients is evident in the numbers: 4 out of the five transactions she had for this quarter sold in under 30 days!
When asked what her motto for success is, Barbara promptly replied: “Your Property…My Priority!” She went on to explain, “I believe the strongest asset I have personally is really listening to what the client has to say and making it my priority to deliver for them. When listing a property, besides having a great rapport with the sellers, I feel marketing is key. Coming on board with Green Team New Jersey has provided me with so much opportunity to broaden my marketing skills, it has paid off. The added plus at Green Team is the positive morale and encouragement here; it’s such a pleasure working with a Broker who is hands on and truly takes an interest in each agent’s performance. Happy to be part of the “TEAM”!”
According to Geoff Green, “This is Barbara Tesa’s first Green Team Quarterly Sales Leader award, and I am more than confident that it won’t be the last. In fact, I think it will be the first of many. Barbara is a consummate professional who is always looking to improve her craft of selling homes. We are extremely blessed to have Barbara in our Agency and we look forward to assisting her to many future Quarterly Sales Leader awards.”
Barbara and her husband, Rudi, bought and sold several homes in Bergen County before discovering the magical combination of resort living and the natural beauty of Sussex County at Crystal Springs, where they currently reside. As a realtor and long-time resident there, Barbara has worked with many clients buying or selling in Crystal Springs, as well as surrounding areas. So, you can add expertise in Resort Homes to Barbara’s list of qualifications, along with membership in Garden State Multiple Listing Service, National Association of Realtors and the Sussex County Association of Realtors.
The Dynamic Duo has done it again!

Charles Nagy and Theodore Van Laar Win Second Quarter Sales Award
VERNON – (August 9, 2017) Green Team New Jersey Realty in Vernon, NJ is proud to announce that Charles Nagy and Theodore Van Laar recently won the Second Quarter Sales Leader Award.
Geoff Green puts it best… “The Dynamic Duo has done it again! Actually, this is their first Green Team Quarterly Sales Leader Award, but I just had to say that! In all seriousness, Charlie and Ted are an exceptional team within Green Team New Jersey Realty. They have a tremendous amount of experience between the two of them and they are just getting started on their road to success at Green Team New Jersey. It will be fun to watch how far they can take their business!”
To say they have a tremendous amount of experience is almost an understatement! Together, they have spent over 70 years in the real estate business.
For over 31 years, Ted Van Laar has been a trusted sales associate, specializing in resort properties. Ted and wife Rosanne were first attracted to the beauty and amenities of area resorts back in 1979. Through the years they have shared their appreciation and enjoyment of the Mountain Creek, Crystal Springs and Great Gorge resort area with their three children, friends and family. Ted has a reputation for honesty and integrity, and he enthusiastically shares his love of the Resort lifestyle with his clients, whether they’re looking for a primary residence, second home or an investment property.
Charles Nagy and wife Lynne live in Crystal Springs, where he enjoys playing golf and taking part in other activities available in the community. Charles has been involved in different aspects of the real estate business for the past 40 years. His experience includes the creation and sale of real estate tax sheltered investment offerings; real estate management of high rises and garden apartment complexes; development of raw land for construction of residential homes and, for 18 years, as a builder of residential properties. He has also obtained his certification as a Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource. For two years running (2014 and 2015), Charles was one of Sussex County’s Top Sale Producers, earning the Bronze award. His achievements continue, as shown by this award:
“We are honored to win top producers of Green Team New Jersey Realty for the second quarter of the year. The environment of the New Jersey office promotes an atmosphere of camaraderie which makes for a fun and highly productive environment. Not to mention the one-of-a-kind business model intentionally developed to enhance our client services through continual agent training and support, modern marketing and client appreciation program.”
Nancy Sardo Wins Second Quarter Sales Award

Nancy Sardo Wins Second Quarter Sales Award
WARWICK – (August 8, 2017) The Green Team Home Selling System in Warwick, NY is proud to announce that Nancy Sardo recently won the Second Quarter Sales Leader Award.
Nancy has been listing and selling homes in Orange County, New York since 2005. Dedicated to her profession, she has earned her Associate Broker’s License, Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation and is an Accredited Buyer’s Representative. Nancy devotes her time and boundless energy to making sure she does her best for each and every client, staying on top of changes and trends in the real estate market and making sure that her clients have the best possible experience as they buy, sell, rent or build their home.
In addition, Nancy is passionate about new construction and her experience working with both builders and clients has led to her becoming the listing broker for several new subdivision developments throughout Orange County. Keeping on top of new building codes and their impact, as well as keeping the client on track with both schedule and budget, help her achieve her goal of making the experience of building a home a positive one for her clients.
Nancy’s philosophy is simple: “I love what I do for a living!” She goes on to say, “It takes a team to get the job done and I am proud to be part of a great team! I have the amazing opportunity to meet and work with the most wonderful clients and colleagues. Homeownership is a privilege and it is an honor to work with people who work so hard to achieve it.”
Sardo was born and raised in Queens, NY, but in 1999 she and husband Denis left the City for Warwick, where they raised their two children. A former Medical Assistant, Nancy volunteered with the Cub Scouts, as well as Meals on Wheels. Nancy made the transition to full time real estate agent 12 years ago and has never looked back.
According to Geoff Green, “This is Nancy Sardo’s first Quarterly Sales Leader award since becoming a Sales Associate here at The Green Team, and I am certain it will be the first of many. Nancy is a consummate professional hitting her stride, and it’s inspiring to watch her business grow before our eyes. I am honored that our company can assist her in all of her success.”