I have been a licensed Realtor since 1997. Before real estate I had worked 14 years at JCPenney Dept. Store as a Merchandise Assistant, with that I bring to the real estate field experience in customer service, handling objections and general sales knowledge.

In 2005 I received my broker's license after completing 260 hours of class room training, 200 credits (closed sales, listings, etc.) and passing the Pennsylvania Brokers exam. I also received my GRI (Graduate of the Realtors Institute) Designation. The GRI designation is the nations #1 Real Estate designation. It is granted through state associations whose institute course of study meets the high standards established by the National Association of Realtors and is available only to members of the NAR. I completed a rigorous program of course work covering various areas of real estate which includes work in listing strategies, advance sales techniques, real estate law, finance, taxation, construction and technology in today's real estate world.

Also in 2005 I was awarded the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation by the Council of Residential Specialists, the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors. Realtors who receive the CRS Designation have completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in the field of residential real estate. Only 5% of Realtors nationwide have earned this credential.

2008 Realtor of the Year. Award through the Fayette County Board of Realtors.

2007 President of the Fayette County Board of Realtors.

2005-2007 Pennsylvania Association of Realtors Board of Directors.

Multi-Million Dollar Producer.

EDUCATION

1986 Graduate of Laurel Highlands High School.

1990 Graduate from West Virginia Career College in Morgantown WV with an Associate Degree in Business Administration.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member of the National Association of Realtors, Pennsylvania Association of Realtors, Fayette County Board of Realtors and Fayette County Multiple Listing Service.

HOBBIES

Playing the guitar, music, playing in a band, sports, and computers.