About Polly Purnell-

Polly Purnell-Norris is the Managing Broker of the flagship Wilmington office for Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage—the top-performing real estate firm in the region. With over 27 years in the business, she has built her career around one focus: developing successful agents and leading a high-performance office. Polly is not a competing broker—she is a full-time recruiter, coach, and leader. She specializes in identifying talent, growing agents at every level, and helping them build consistent, scalable businesses. From new agents to top producers, she provides the structure, accountability, and strategy they need to win in today’s market. Under her leadership, the office has become known for its culture, professionalism, and results. Agents are challenged to grow, supported at a high level, and held to a standard that sets them apart in the industry. A Past President of the Carteret County Association of REALTORS® and a respected voice in the real estate community, Polly leads with a straightforward philosophy: do the right things consistently, focus on what matters, and success follows. Her mission is clear—build great agents, run the best office in the market, and create an environment where people don’t just work… they succeed.