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2020 Team Player and Citizen of the Year Awards
Thursday, February 11, was the second night of Green Team Realty’s 2020 Awards Celebration. Like many events occurring in 2020, it took place on Zoom! The first night celebrated Sales Awards. The third and last night was for the Momentum Builder Award. And this night was to announce the Team Player and Citizen of the Year Awards.
Team Player Award
Geoff Green, President of Green Team Realty, stresses the importance of elevating those around you. .Focusing on winning each day creates a winning culture, a Green Team Core Value. The recipients of this award do all that. In addition, they are deemed most reliable, and positive. Furthermore, they are dependable, work well with others, and have great problem-solving skills.
Before the winners are announced, a word from our Broker Managers
The Broker Managers were instrumental in selecting the Team Player Award Recipients. Lucyann Tinnirello, Broker Manager of the Warwick office, said this about her selection:
“The person selected has a lot of the attributes described above. Furthermore, sales associates in the office had a say in the selection and hit the nail right on the head!”
Kim Lasalandra, Broker Manager of the Vernon office, had this to say:
“This person is always very reliable and always seems to be around at the right time. If not out with clients, then she’s in the office helping other agents.”
And the Team Players of the Year are…
Tiffany just celebrated her second year with Green Team. She had set business goals for herself, which she achieved for 2020. However, she had no idea that she would be named Team Player of Green Team New York Realty. When Lucyann called to tell her, she was overwhelmed with emotion. Tiffany summed up her feelings on teamwork with one of her favorite quotes:
“Teamwork divides the tasks and multiplies the success.”
Cathie loves the truly positive attitude that exists at Green Team New Jersey Realty. She has found a sense of comradery at Green Team that was missing in other offices she has been with. Cathie loves being part of the Green Team and is grateful to be here.
Geoff, in turn, told Cathie how much he appreciates her positive attitude and willingness to help others. He stressed how important connection with others is, especially now. The team players are the ones that help provide that connection, something he is grateful for.
Citizen of the Year Award
Geoff began the presentation of this award with a quote by George Elliston, American Journalist and Poet, 1883-1946:
“How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it.”
Recipients of this award have made outstanding contributions to our local communities. Many of the sales associates in each office are very involved in the community, making the decision a difficult one. However, in the end, there were two very deserving individuals who received this award.
According to Lucyann, Carol has a dedicated heart. It takes a special person to be so kind. In addition to being a loving mother, devoted wife, doting grandmother, and busy real estate professional, Carol makes time to give to her community. Carol has been a driver for Meals on Wheels for over 12 years now. It’s been hard during COVID since she hasn’t been able to chat with the seniors she is delivering to. She misses that connection with them as much as they do.
Carol and her husband have always been involved in the community. They raised their children to give back, and are now raising their grandchildren to do the same. Lucyann commented that at Christmas, Carol was at Shoprite, ringing the bell for the Salvation Army with her granddaughter. As Carol says,
“Volunteering is good for the soul.”
Another Green Teamer who believes in the power of volunteering is:
Kim stated that Alison is also a dedicated wife, mother, and fabulous real estate agent. She also spends a lot of her time helping the school and the community. Alison is currently the current President of SCA (School Community Association) at Vernon Township High School. She was the treasurer for 2 years. Before that, the secretary. Last year, both the president and vice president vacated their positions. Alison stepped up to become President. What’s more, her mother stepped up to take on the treasurer role.
Basically, the SCA raises a lot of money through different programs to assist the school. 2020 was a difficult year. The usual fundraisers are social events. Therefore, they could not be held due to COVID. An online auction is being planned to raise money for scholarships for high school seniors. The organization also helps senior citizens, and local children through the Giving Tree project.
A surprise ending to the evening…
Geoff was moved by the work that these volunteers and their organizations are doing. Furthermore, upon hearing the difficulties that non-profits were facing raising funds due to COVID, he decided right then to do something special. Each Citizen of the Year Award recipient will receive $500 to be donated to the charities of their choice. Geoff went on to say, when all is said and done, these are the things that will matter most. Family, and helping others.
Congratulations to our Team Players and Citizens of the Year!
Green Team Realty 2020 Sales Awards
Geoff Green, President, welcomed everyone to the Green Team Realty 2020 Sales Awards. Normally, the annual sales award event is held at the Warwick Valley Country Club, with a band or D.J., plenty of food and drink, and lots of good spirits and comradery. However, the pandemic has required creative alternatives. Therefore, Geoff and Green Team Marketing Director Andrew Clough decided to put together an event on Zoom. The Awards Ceremony was divided into three webinars, with Sales Awards being the first, on February 10. The following night celebrated the Team Player and CItizen of the Year Award Winners. Finally, on February 12, Geoff announced the recipient of the Momentum Builder Award.
Geoff shared his appreciation for Green Team sales associates, as well as one of his favorite quotes:
“Great salespeople are relationship builders who provide value and help their customers win.” Jeffrey Gitomer
2020 was a challenging year for all, but Green Team sales associates faced some unique situations. As independent contractors, they do not receive salaries or benefits, such as health insurance. Further, they have had to adapt to ever-changing state restrictions and regulations on the real estate industry. As the pandemic wore on, many city-dwellers decided to move to suburban and rural areas, including Orange and Sussex Counties. Sales associates had to adjust to different ways of helping clients buy or sell homes while making sure that everyone stayed safe. Many of our sales associates rose to the occasion, and we honor them here.
The MVP Circle Award
This year four sales associates became members of the MVP Circle, each achieving over $10+ Million in sales volume.
Keren Gonen is in the top 20 of all agents in Sussex County, with $17.8 Million in sales in 2020. She is a three-time Citizen of the Year award winner, as well as 2017 Team Player award winner.
Jennifer DiCostanzo is ranked #13 in Orange County. She has been the yearly sales leader for the past 5 years. In addition, she was the first sales associate to receive the MVP Circle Award. In fact, this is her third time receiving this award. Jen has also been a three-time Citizen of the Year award winner.
Kristi Anderson joined Green Team New Jersey Realty in 2019. She became a Captains Club award winner in 2019. Now, with $10.8 Million in sales, she is in the top 1.7% of all agents in Sussex County for 2020.
Nancy Sardo joined the Green Team in 2015. She is a two-time Presidents Club Award Winner. With $10.4 Million in sales volume for 2020, she is in the top 1.5% of all agents in Orange County for that year.
Presidents Club Awards
This award was given to those who had a sales volume of $5 to $10 Million in calendar year 2020.
The following sales associates from Green Team New York Realty achieved Presidents Club: Dean Diltz, Tammy Scotto, Vikki Garby, and Tiffany Megna. Nikki Grzegorzewski joined Green Team in 2020. With $6.2 Million in sales volume, she is in the top 4% of all agents in Orange County.
The following sales associates from Green Team New Jersey Realty achieved Presidents Club: Theodore Van Laar, Charles Nagy, Barbara Tesa, and Alison Miller.
Captains Club Awards
This award was given to those who had a sales volume of $3 to $5 Million in calendar year 2020.
The following sales associates from Green Team New York Realty achieved Captains Club: Carol Buchanan, Kristine “Krissy” Many, Terry Gavan, Tom Folino, Karen Gauvin, Kim Lesley, Lucyann Tinnirello, and Pip “Julie” Klein.
The following sales associates from Green Team New Jersey Realty achieved Captains Club: Kimberly Lasalandra, Pamela Zachowski, and Camilia “Cami” Cielo.
Honorable Mention Awards
This award was given to those who had a sales volume of $1.5 to $3 Million in calendar year 2020.
The following sales associates from Green Team New York Realty achieved Honorable Mention: Chris Kimiecik, Mary Pearsall, Angela Murphy, Guillermina “Gidget” Tavares, Dana Green, Toni Vogel, Kathleen Eubanks, Cara Dumond, and Toni Kreusch
The following sales associates from Green Team New Jersey Realty achieved Honorable Mention: Catherine L. Johnson-Witte, Heidi Hyland, and Yvette Saldana.
Green Team 2020 Awards Celebration
We’re going to party like it’s 2020!
That’s right! We’ll be celebrating on Zoom. 2020 was a year unlike any other. However, one of the constants was that life circumstances dictate if and when people need to buy or sell a home. That was true, even during a pandemic. COVID-19 inspired many people to leave cities for more suburban and rural areas, seeking larger homes with outdoor living spaces. Others redefined their version of home, seeking to downsize or upsize. Therefore, Green Team Sales Associates worked tirelessly through 2020, while following state and local health and safety guidelines. The time to celebrate their accomplishments is now. However, we’ll be doing it a little differently this year, and we hope that you’ll join us.
We’re breaking it down!
We’re breaking down the ceremony into three webinars, so mark your calendars!
- Wednesday, February 10th at 5 p.m. We’ll be celebrating sales awards. That includes Yearly and Quarterly Sales Winners, MVP Awards, Presidents, Captains and Honorable Mention Clubs.
- Thursday, February 11th at 5 p.m. We will be announcing and honoring the winners of the Team Player and Citizen of the Year Awards.
- Finally, on Friday, February 12th at 5 p.m., we will be presenting the Momentum Builder Award.
Join us!
We hope you’ll join us for this series of webinar celebrations. After a challenging year, and not knowing when it will be safe to hold our annual “in-person” Green Team Awards Event, we’re going to make the best of the situation. We applaud the accomplishments of our sales associates, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the great people who make up the Green Team.
To RSVP and Register for this 3-day event, use the links below:
Sales Leaders- February 10TH @ 5 PM-
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3916124546470/WN_W8Pqfn83Q4eGLjX-5JptTA
Citizen of the Year / Team Player- February 11TH @ 5 PM-
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7816124547133/WN_B9J3UgGtTDO5-EmVLF8Qmw
Momentum Builder- February 11TH @ 5 PM-
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7016124547726/WN_N5HW_udkTSGBW9DWbl6HSA
Congrats to Vikki Garby For Reaching the Cap for 2020!
Congratulations From Geoffrey Green, President Of Green Team Realty, To Vikki Garby for reaching the commission cap for Company Dollar Contribution in 2020!
Geoff’s thoughts on Vikki hitting CAP:
“If you were to ask any of Vikki’s clients I am sure they would tell you that Vikki is a pleasure to work with and one of the smartest Agents they have ever dealt with. Vikki’s calm and cool demeanor helps her be successful, especially as she continues to grow the commercial end of her Real Estate Business. A very well-known local figure, Vikki is certain to be at the top of the production charts for years to come. Congratulations Vikki! We are very proud to have you as part of our Agency.”
Vikki Garby’s dedication to her clients and hard work have allowed her to reach the cap on her commission with Green Team Realty. This is an outstanding accomplishment and means Vikki will now receive a higher commission split for the entire 2021 year!!
Vikki’s thoughts on hitting the cap:
“I am proud to have reached the CAP at the Green Team for many reasons. The obvious and easy answer (perhaps the one we’re not supposed to mention) is the financial benefit of the program which allows agents to keep more of their hard-earned money. This benefit is thanks to Geoff Green (our tireless leader, excellent listener and trusted advisor) and the Green Team New York Realty administrative team (which seems to grow weekly)! Their support and assistance is essential in keeping so many moving parts together. I am fortunate to be part of such an incredible team.
Getting to the CAP, however, the road to earning the CAP means hard work, just like any other success worth striving for. The agents in this pool of professionals have all endured long weeks, late calls, early texts and challenging negotiations. It also means great teamwork with colleagues throughout our industry, including my peers at other brokerages, attorneys, mortgage lenders, inspectors, appraisers, contractors, photographers and more. Having so many true professionals to work with is essential, and I thank all of the professionals in my circle for helping me serve our clients.
Most importantly, reaching the CAP means I have many wonderful, loyal clients who have trusted me in one of the most stressful real estate markets in one of the most stressful years. I am grateful to my clients for the confidence they had in me to guide them to homeownership (if they were first-time homeowners), to help them navigate a multi-transactional move (sell & buy simultaneously) or to help them acquire or liquidate investment properties. Thank you to my clients for choosing me to help you through your real estate process. Your trust, confidence and loyalty is the best reward I could receive.”
Green Team Realty’s commission structure is, no doubt, one of the finest in the industry, but it doesn’t end there. Our lead generation platform, certified sales assistant program, and dynamic training systems are just a few other things worth mentioning.
To learn more about Green Team Realty and why you should join our team click here.
Congratulations, Vikki Garby!
Congrats to Terry Gavan For Reaching the Cap!
Congratulations From Geoffrey Green, President Of Green Team Realty, To Terry Gavan for reaching the commission cap for Company Dollar Contribution in 2020!
Geoff’s thoughts about agent hitting CAP:
Terry Gavan’s dedication to her clients and hard work has allowed her to reach the cap on her commission with Green Team Realty. This is an outstanding accomplishment and means Terry will now receive a 100% commission split on any deal she closes during 2020.
Terry’s thoughts on hitting the cap:
“The year 2020 was a year like no other – both in the real estate industry and in life for most people. So much disruption, change and upheaval in our everyday lives and routines. It was a very good feeling to be able to be out there enduring all the necessary precautions and adjustments we all had to maintain and yet to be able to help sellers and buyers make the moves forward that they desired during this historic time. For many buyers, it was a life changing and very positive and productive move for their families. Being a key instrumental part of that process was so very meaningful to me as a Realtor as it was for so many others. I am always grateful for the opportunity to share my long-standing experience and knowledge of the Hudson Valley. Most importantly, the year 2020 was vivid proof of the ethics, professionalism, character, strength and resilience of so many Realtors. I feel blessed in the knowledge that I have “capped out” in 2020 and also to be a part of such a superb group of professionals for so many years
Geoff Green has been a hard working, judicious and prudent leader in the field since he founded The Green Team. His limitless support, innovative management style and elaborate training methods are all part of the attributes that highly motivate all of the agents working at The Green Team. And this Company truly works as a Team.
Geoff Green is all about guiding and educating salespeople to become the best that they can be. His focus and drive is about providing consistent strategic leadership and being ahead of the curve with technical training and skills.
The CAP Program is just another example of the support and ingenuity of The Green Team.”
Green Team Realty’s commission structure is, no doubt, one of the finest in the industry, but it doesn’t end there. Our lead generation platform, certified sales assistant program, and dynamic training systems are just a few other things worth mentioning.
To learn more about Green Team Realty and why you should join our team click here.
Congratulations, TERRY!
Congrats to Tom Folino For Reaching the Cap!
Congratulations From Geoffrey Green, President Of Green Team Realty, To Tom Folino for reaching the commission cap for Company Dollar Contribution in 2020!
A few words from Geoff about Tom reaching cap:
“Coach Tom, as I call him, is a great guy. I am confident that anyone who knows him would say the same exact thing. Tom goes way back here in the Warwick Community with many people including myself. (He was my quarterback coach in High School) Tom has taken his career in Real Estate very seriously and has learned the ins and outs in rapid fashion. Couple that with such a well-known figure and you have the perfect recipe for success. Tom is now officially a top producer in our marketplace and he will be here to stay. Big congrats Coach!”
Tom’s dedication to his clients and hard work has allowed him to reach the cap on his commission with Green Team Realty. This is an outstanding accomplishment and means Tom will now receive a 100% commission split on any deal he closes during 2020.
Tom’s thoughts on hitting the cap:
“Reaching the cap is something all agents should be very proud of. In this business, it’s all about getting the job done for your clients while making the process as enjoyable and stress free as possible for them. When you “cap out” it gives you a sense of accomplishment and is a reward for all of the hard work and commitment you have given to the process and more importantly to your clients. I greatly appreciate all of the people I have met and had the honor to work with to help me reach this goal, without my clients none of this would be possible.
The commission plan that Geoff Green has implemented for the Green Team Realty gives you the incentive and motivation to work hard and then ultimately rewards all of that hard work. For me, I believe that reaching the cap was made possible because Geoff gives his agents all of the tools necessary to be successful in this profession. Everything is literally at our fingertips.”
Green Team Realty’s commission structure is, no doubt, one of the finest in the industry, but it doesn’t end there. Our lead generation platform, certified sales assistant program, and dynamic training systems are just a few other things worth mentioning.
To learn more about Green Team Realty and why you should join our team click here.
Congratulations, Tom!
Congrats To Carol Buchanan For Reaching The Cap!
Carol Buchanan reached the cap!
Congratulations from Geoffrey Green, President of Green Team Realty, to Carol Buchanan for reaching the commission cap for company dollar contribution in 2020!
A quote from Geoff:
“It’s no wonder why Carol Buchanan is so successful. When you dutifully service your clients with honesty, responsiveness, good advice, and caring you are successful in this industry. That is how Carol Buchanan gets it done. She is a true professional, and we are extremely blessed to have Carol as part of our Agency.”
Carol’s dedication to her clients and hard work has allowed her to reach the cap on her commission with Green Team Realty. This is an outstanding accomplishment and means Carol will now receive a 100% commission split on any deal she closes during 2020.
Carol’s Thoughts:
“Making my CAP is a big deal. This is something I’ve never done before so I’m very proud to have achieved this with Green Team NY Realty. I’m grateful to my clients that have allowed me to work with them especially during this Pandemic, it’s been a different experience but being able to continue working for them was most important to me. The support and tools available to me through the Green Team along with my hard work and diligence has certainly helped to get me to this point. Thank you Geoff Green and Green Team New York Realty!”
Green Team Realty’s commission structure is, no doubt, one of the finest in the industry, but it doesn’t end there. Our lead generation platform, certified sales assistant program, and dynamic training systems are just a few other things worth mentioning.
To learn more about Green Team Realty and why you should join our team click here.
Congratulations, Carol!
Congrats To Kristi Anderson For Reaching The Cap!
Kristi Anderson reached the cap!
Congratulations from Geoffrey Green, President of Green Team Realty, to Kristi Anderson for reaching the commission cap for company dollar contribution in 2020!
A quote from Geoff:
“Kristi’s dedication to her clients and hard work has allowed her to reach the cap on her commission with Green Team Realty. This is an outstanding accomplishment and means Kristi will now receive a 100% commission split on any deal she closes during 2020.”
Kristi’sThoughts:
“First, I would like to thank all my clients for making “capping out” possible. This a great program Green Team Realty offers and is a great motivator. It has not been easy this year with the pandemic and following safety guidelines and the ever changing requirements. However, with perseverance and determination I have helped many buyers and sellers accomplish their real estate goals during these trying times. And it was my pleasure doing so and I hope to continue this in the future.”
Green Team Realty’s commission structure is, no doubt, one of the finest in the industry, but it doesn’t end there. Our lead generation platform, certified sales assistant program, and dynamic training systems are just a few other things worth mentioning.
To learn more about Green Team Realty and why you should join our team click here.
Congratulations, Kristi!
Congrats To Tammy Scotto For Reaching The Cap!
Tammy Scotto reached the cap!
Congratulations from Geoffrey Green, President of Green Team Realty, to Tammy Scotto for reaching the commission cap for company dollar contribution in 2020!
A quote from Geoff:
“Do you know the old saying, “Nice guys finish last”? Not at Green Team Realty. Tammy Scotto is proof positive of that. Tammy is a friend to all who know her. She uses her warm spirit and honesty in her day to day business. This translates into great sales production for Tammy because her clients truly know that she cares. “
Tammy’s dedication to her clients and hard work has allowed her to reach the cap on her commission with Green Team Realty. This is an outstanding accomplishment and means Tammy will now receive a 100% commission split on any deal she closes during 2020.
Tammy’s Thoughts:
“I am honored and grateful to the Green Team and all of my clients that have made it possible for my “capping out”. The program Geoff has in place at the Green Team is not only motivating, it’s rewarding. I love working with both buyers and sellers and this year has truly been a blessing given the year it has been. Helping both buyers and sellers on a daily basis never feels like a “job” to me. I truly LOVE what I do and my ultimate goal is to get everyone to the closing table and have it be as smooth of a process as possible.”
Green Team Realty’s commission structure is, no doubt, one of the finest in the industry, but it doesn’t end there. Our lead generation platform, certified sales assistant program, and dynamic training systems are just a few other things worth mentioning.
To learn more about Green Team Realty and why you should join our team click here.
Congratulations, Tammy!
