About Marilyn

My passion for the real estate industry and my care and concern for my clients show in everything that I do. As a result, my business is now primarily based upon referrals from past clients - - - the sincerest form of compliment. Whether consulting with Home Sellers to most effectively market and sell their unique homes or helping Home Buyers learn all about our beautiful Suncoast and to find the best neighborhood and home for them - - - it is certainly not work. It is a pleasure! . REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE, EXPERTISE and RECOGNITION My passion for the industry and determination to help my clients show: In my business results - - - consistently recognized as a top Coldwell Banker realtor Rookie of the Year International Diamond Society Member year after year In my insatiable appetite for knowledge in this rapidly changing industry: Licensed Real Estate Broker GRI - Graduate Realtor Institute - - - "a master's degree in real estate" PSA Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor CNHS Certified New Home Specialist RCC Residential Construction Certified RRS Residential Remodeling Specialist C2EX Commitment to Excellence and Professionalism AHWD At Home with Diversity Certified GREEN Green Certified - energy efficiency and sustainability in real estate. SRES Seniors Real Estate Specialist RENE Real Estate Negotiation Expert CWS Certified Waterfront Specialist In my industry involvement and leadership in the Realtor Association: Member of the 2014 Emerging Leadership Class Co-chair of the Emerging Leadership Program 2015-2016 Member of the Professional Development Committee 2017 Member of the Grievance Committee 2018-2019 Chair of the Grievance Committee 2020 Member of the Professional Standards Committee 2021 . PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND My 30-year career as a senior manager at IBM now seems to have simply been preparation for my true love real estate. After 7 corporate relocations, I found that I love renovating homes and building investment property. My corporate responsibilities included sales, marketing, consulting, project management, personnel and people management, financial management, risk management, contingency planning, and change management - - - all of which gave me experience that help me accomplish great results for my clients. . EDUCATION and RECOGNITION Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa) Masters in Business Administration (MBA) in International Business Named Cincinnati's "Business and Professional Woman of the Year" . HOBBIES and DIVERSIONS Formerly nationally ranked figure skater Ran first (and last!) 26 mile marathon Swim 1 mile+ three or more times a week Proud grandmother of 5 Cincinnati Reds' fan .