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Guest Speaker:October 7th

Lisa D. Tullio - ASP Realtor

I am a former Emergency Medical Technican from Oakland, CA. I believe in helping others no matter what it takes to accomplish this goal. I try to fit the "need", no matter how unique, in every customer.

Guest Speaker:October 10th

Sharon Senger

I was originally born in England and I am now living in Woodinville, Washington. Whilst in England I worked for the largest food distributor in the U.K. serving the catering industry that included hotels, restaurants, fast food outlets, and contract caterers. When I left for America I was responsible for over $200 million dollars of sales per year. My client's expectations of both me and my company were extremely high and service was of paramount importance and it was the company's philosophy of "Customer First" which has given me my high level of customer service.

 

It was an ambition of mine to run my own business so coming to America gave me this opportunity. I have always had a love of Real Estate so coupled with my sales and marketing background launched myself into Real Estate and I must say that I have enjoyed every minute of my new career.

 

My first listing sold for $1.250 million and was also my first initiation into staging. I hired a professional Stager who advised the client on what to keep and what to remove. I was hooked and every listing since has been staged which has netted my client more money in a shorter listing time and has then guaranteed me more work through their recommendations, referrals and endorsement.

 

I wanted to add more value to my service so I took Barb's Staging Class and although I still use the services of professional Stagers, Jen & Krystal of Staged by Design, I am more knowledgeable and work with them as part of the team to stage the client's home. I offer this service at no cost to my clients in fact it is "my professional policy" that every house that I list is staged or my name will not be on the for sale sign.

 

My goal is to build a reputation with both clients and other Realtors as having well presented homes for sale and being professional to work with as only our perception of what is possible can limit our success.

Guest Speaker:October 17th

Teri Christy, ASP

inTERIors by TERI has been providing interior design services for almost 4 years and in Feb 2004, added Staging to the business. Teri M. Christy, owner/designer/ASP, has a bachelor's degree in Interior Design and is certified and trained as a home Stager. Teri also recently received her real estate license in order to provide a complete service package to her clients. She is on a team at Keller Williams Realty where she mostly focuses on providing Staging services to their clients.

Teri is happily married with two teenaged girls and an elementary aged son.

Staging in the Sacramento is growing at an amazing rate and many of the Realtors Teri works with are including Staging as part of their listing presentations. Many homeowners are also asking for Staging, realizing the benefits of having their homes enhanced and prepared professionally.

Teri is thrilled to be a part of the International Staging Association and a member of the local chapter of Staging professionals.

Guest Speaker:October 24th

Mary DeBella , ASPM

I have been Staging for many years, only recently can I be considered a Professional at it! My background began as Director of Music for 12 years. I then began my instruction in Floral Design and had my own Floral Business, and have been doing that for over 20 years now! I later went into the Marketing field, working for one of the top Engineering firms in town and was a member of SMPS, the Society for Marketing Professional Services. One thing led to another, and I began working in Interior Design about 5 years ago with one of the top designers in town. I loved working in Design, especially with color, fabrics, one on one with clients, and the creative aspect of beautifying one's home. It wasn't until I put my house up for sale last year that I discovered Professional Staging, and I knew right away that I had found my niche!

 

I received my Accredited Staging Professional Master's degree through StagedHomes.com, and have launched my own business Northwest Staging in West Linn! I also received my accreditation as a Interior Redesign Specialist (IRS) and provide Re-design services as a secondary service to my Staging. I am pleased to say that my business is going well, I have (4) employees already, and anticipate a booming business this year, especially as I am President and Founder of the Portland Chapter of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals. 

 

Guest Speaker:October 24th

Laura Jenkins, ASP Realtor


Locally grown, born on Mercer Island, I've watched our little PNW area explode into the metropolis it is today. With a lifelong love of art, design, color, texture, and the exploration of ideas, my purpose of helping people get where they're going, has fallen into place. (I even redecorated a restaurant I worked at...in the fashion industry, I guided my clients to their best look...it's been in my blood a long time).


Now that we know for a fact that staged homes sell for more and quicker than homes that are not staged, I wonder why every seller isn't insisting on staging. I also wonder why all Real Estate Professionals are not required to stage every listing as long as we have a fiduciary responsibility to the client. For the buyer, if we decide on a clunker, my team and I can help pull it together.

As 'Expeditor Extraordinaire', I've always urged my sellers to humor me as we wash, wax, vacuum and polish that proverbial car to get the best price. Now we have actual training to hone our skills and direction, and even a designation to further promote and define this concept. As the cleaning and staging and feng shui-ing continue, it's like we're cleaning up the world for a more positive environment, balance, harnony and better life for all.

As we continue to move thruout the world and inspire people, we are fortunate to have our fearless leader, Barb Schwarz, to inspire and encourage us.

We must continue to lift eachother up and clean up our environment, cuz we know what the other way results in. There are 2 reasons we are on earth: to serve, and to learn to love. Can you tell that my Dad was a philosopher?

Committed to the best for all those I may encounter...

Laurie L Jenkins, ASP

 

 

Guest Speaker:  August 15th

Barbara Baker, ASP Realtor

Barbara Baker is a sales agent with Century 21 in Sedona AZ.   Hailed by USA Today as  "the most beautiful place in the United States ", Sedona has become a very hot area  in the Real Estate Marketplace.   Barbara lived in New York City and Northern NJ for 22 years before moving to Sedona with her husband and two children.  She is one of the top producing agents in Century 21 Sedona with over 4 million in sales for 2004.   Her motto is simple " Exceptional Service for Exceptional People.  She specializes in Fine Homes and Estates,  Residential Resale and Vacant Land .

 

Guest Speaker:  August 15th

Bobbi Fearnley

 

 

 

 

 

Guest Speaker:  August 22nd

Brenda Kruse, ASPM

After a twenty-five year career with a major Bay Area corporation, I elected early retirement to pursue my passion for interior design. I graduated summa cum laude from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in San Francisco with a degree in interior design, am an Allied Member of the American Society of Interior Designers and serve on the FIDM Alumni Board. I am also an Accredited Staging Professional Master and a member of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals.

On August 1, 2004, B K Design and Staging was born. I am an innovative provider of design and Staging services that offers unparalleled quality and service. I specialize in staging homes for sale, Staging homes to live and interior restyling. If you are selling your home my goal is to maximize your investment by helping you to sell your property in a short amount of time and for more money. If you are living in your home, my Stage to live and interior restyling services will breathe new life into your rooms and create a comfortable and relaxed sanctuary for you to come home to!

Guest Speaker:  August 22nd

Sean Thatcher, ASP Realtor

After 10 years of running a successful computer network consulting and ISP business, I started my career in real estate and I would never turn back!  I can honestly say that I have found my true calling--there is a mix of people, relationships, technology, service, and marketing that absolutely can't be beat!  My background in computers and media is second-to-none in the real estate industry.  As other agents are just trying to get introduced to computers, the Internet, and what it can do for their clients and their business, I utilize my expert skills practiced over the years to my clients' ultimate advantage.

For Sellers , I bring together form and function by Staging Ò a home in order to highlight the property's features while marketing it to the largest possible audience regionally and even nationwide.  A home that is exposed to and targeted specifically to the highest number of potential buyers will have the best opportunity to sell for the highest price.

For Buyers , I bring a great deal of automation and thoroughness to the home search process.  I setup custom searches for each and every client I work with.  These searches are processed without the buyer so much as having to lift a finger.  Potential properties are emailed to clients right after coming onto the market.  A buyer that sees a home first has the greatest chance to be successful in having their dreams for a new home realized.

Having grown up in the Seattle area for my entire life, I know most communities and neighborhoods like the back of my hand.  I have an intricate knowledge of schools, businesses, traffic, growth patterns, demographics, and of course--real estate trends!

Whether you are looking to buy or sell, I will earn the right to become your trusted real estate professional.  My goal is to impress you so much that you will freely tell your family, friends, co-workers, and anyone you casually meet that you were completely satisfied with the level of service you received from me, and you would happily recommend my professional services to them.

I will truly be your KEY to a successful real estate transaction!

Guest Speaker:  August 29th

Anjelique DuVal

Our purpose is to provide youth in the Pennsylvania Region elementary and high schools an open forum to resolve problems and discuss issues concerning their school. DuVal Productions "INTRANSIT" will link youth together in various communities by broadcasting a live-on-tape open forum on location at their school, church or community center.

 

DuVal Productions travels to schools and communities, which are selected six to twelve months in advance. DuVal Productions staff and the school or community leader hosting the show carefully select forum topics. Area students complete surveys before each visit; youth identify pressing issues such as the crime and violence now plaguing our schools. Also, as an added bonus to the youth they will be provided with musical entertainment by such popular names as Usher, Beyonce and other well known celebrity guests. The youth have the opportunity to select the guest by the preliminary survey administered, along with the topic research for the forum.

 

DuVal Productions, Inc is a For-Profit Organization. All funds received will assist in providing equal access to all youth whether in suburban, rural or urban schools.   

 

Guest Speaker:  August 29th

Aura Rossi, ASP

Aura Rossi, founder of The ReSale Advantage, is an Accredited Staging Professional with an MBA; she has over 20 years of business, marketing, and staging success.

The ReSale Advantage team expertly balances savvy, creativity, and proven staging techniques with cost-benefit analysis; this balancing strategy produces maximum visual appeal and profit.

Whether it's strictly staging or the many supporting services, Aura is always surprising her clients with value-oriented possibilities they never imagined.

Guest Speaker:  September 19th

Ann Farrow, ASPM

As the Founder and Resident Guru of homeStyle, Ann Farrow has an impressive background in creative home improvement. Formerly the Editor of the weekly "Sunday Homes" magazine for a major Texas newspaper, Ann taught readers everything from how to buy and sell real estate to improving the value of their homes through easy do-it-yourself projects.

With a weekly column and local speaking engagements, Ann was able to share her passion for home-styling and and help others create desirable living spaces.

Whether in the house or in the yard, Ann's unique use of space, color and custom accessories give true meaning to "Home Sweet Home".

With an additional ten years of branding success in the Technology sector, Ann has helped companies identify what customers want, resulting in millions of dollars in revenue. That ability to accurately set a scene addressing a customer 's needs is a key element in successful staging.

HomeStyle is your easy way to add value to a house. Whether the job is large or small, Ann's professional approach to this business means that projects are completed on time and delivered as promised. Ann delivers the right level of service and follow-through, which means your design plan will never end up being nothing more than a wish list.

Guest Speaker: September 17th

Kris Clagett- ASP

After years of working for a Fortune 500 company and other's entrepreneurial

ventures,  Kris decided to launch her own business and fulfill her own

dream.  "I knew that to be truly happy in what I do, I must combine my

experience with my personal talents and interests."  It was an easy choice

to combine years of marketing and sales with many more years of "staging to live and sell".  Research led Kris to Stagedhomes.com, where she was able to get the tools she needed to build Home Stages, Inc., a professional staging

firm, for all stages of living.   Home Stages has been providing services to Northern Colorado since February of 2005.  Kris' goal is to educate the Realtors on the impact of staging prior to hitting the MLS, instead of the "wait and see" philosophy.  Kris also plans to build the staging to live side of the business to off-set the market's swings.

Kris and her family relocated to Fort Collins just two and a half years ago.  Networking is critical to transitioning and to building new businesses.  Upon arrival to Fort Collins, Kris became active in the Chamber of Commerce, is the President of their school's PTO, is on the Executive Board of NC Delta Gamma Alumnae, and is the Co-President of the newly formed Denver

Chapter of IAHSP.  When Kris is not Staging or fulfilling volunteer commitments, she and her husband, John, are busy raising three wonderful daughters, Allison, Katie, and Carly.  The move to Colorado has not only allowed the Clagetts to follow professional dreams, but more importantly has allowed them to develop incredible quality family time through favorite

activities like skiing and golf.

Guest Speaker:  August 8th

Shawn David Jackson
Author, Dating Survival Guide

Real-life "dating doctor" Shawn Jackson has been heard on hundreds of radio stations across the country from New York to Hawaii, and is the author of DATING SURVIVAL GUIDE. Jackson has been counseling adults and youth on lifestyle choices since the early '80s and was written up in the Contra Costa Times in recognition of his book that provides successful dating techniques for dealing with the challenges and dangers one faces on the dating scene.

Jackson has a Bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley, and a Master's degree from Golden Gate University. He has written for the eight million monthly visitors of Yahoo! Personals and provided advice for Match.com's Happen Magazine. Through his Internet writings and media appearances Jackson continues to provide guidance to countless numbers around the globe.

Guest Speaker:  August 1st

Calie Waterhouse, ASPM

Calie Waterhouse is an experienced Accredited Staging Professional Master and Co-President of the Arizona Chapter of IAHSP. As the owner of Decorated To Sell in Chandler, where she is dedicated to working with homeowners, realtors and real estate / fix&flip investors.  Education is key when helping clients understand the many benefits and importance of home staging, She has shared this service with hundreds of potential clients in the region and continues to work to increase ASP exposure and to help others reach their own potential through home staging!

Calie offers vacant and lived-in home staging services, as well as staging to live services to her Phoenix and Scottsdale area clients. 

Calie enjoys educating her clients on the benefits of staging, as well as meeting others who want to know more about becoming an Accredited Staging Professional.  Feel free to contact Calie via email at [email protected]  or reach her at 480-343-2891

 

Guest Speaker:  July 25th

Beth Wettstein

Beth Wettstein has been in the beauty industry for over 17 years. Her credentials include licensing by the State Board of Cosmetology in California and Arizona, as well as extensive training in the field of permanent cosmetics. Beth is also a member in good standing with the SPCP, and is current on all OSHA and BBP training.

She is a certified SOFTAP trainer and technician, as well as being an independent distributor of SOFTAP Permanent Cosmetics. One of the largest permanent makeup companies in the industry. With the SOFTAP manual method, pigment is deposited by gently lifting the skin with a set of fine needles that are grouped in a round or in a line configuration. The procedures include permanent eyebrows, eyeliner, lip color, and scar camouflage.

Guest Speaker:  June 27th

Emily Kent, ASP Realtor

Emily grew up in Seattle's Laurelhurst neighborhood and returned to up-and-coming West Seattle after graduating from Central Washington University. A brief foray into the Public Health field ended when Emily-relatively young or not-realized that today was the day to pursue her childhood dream. She joined Windermere Real Estate three months later. And she sold her first home 3 months after that. Since then, Emily has helped her clients buy and sell properties all over Seattle-from Greenlake to Seward Park-with her distinctive approach. Real estate, she believes, is not rocket science. It is all about knowing the market, listening to the client, and pounding the pavement (and the MLS listing service) until the client is as happy as can be. Emily describes herself as enthusiastic and full of integrity, but the experiences of her former clients probably offer a better testament to her unique character. They are so happy that they share their experience with friends, and Emily gets to work with referred customers almost one hundred percent of the time. Which means she uses her unique skills working for the client, not looking for new clients.

 

Emily runs her business as a Realtor and an ASP from the foundation of honesty, integrity and professionalism. Whether you are buying or selling your home Emily will be there to advise and support you throughout the whole real estate process. Beginning with your search and ending with the transferring of keys. She will listen to your needs, have open communication and is committed to your satisfaction. Emily believes that to achieve success in any profession one must build relationships based on honesty, integrity and professionalism. It is her hope that you can be successful with her in achieving your real estate dreams.

 

Guest Speaker:  June 13th

Anthony Montano, ASP

I was born in Hollywood, CA and grew up in Fremont, CA. I played football, wrested and pole vaulted in High School. I then entered the United States Marine
Corps after High School. I was Security Forces in Sicily, Italy. While in Sicily I learned Italian and I am still able to converse in the language. I traveled
all around Europe and Africa and fell in love with the art, culture and diversity of all the beautiful countries. The people that I had an opportunity to meet while in the Marines were from around the World and all of them had interesting perspectives on life.

After the Marines I went to college to get a degree in Management and International Entrepreneurship with a concentration in Marketing. I wrote a business plan for a company I was going to start in Chicago, IL.  Marketing and selling have always fascinated me, so I got into the Tradeshow business while my wife and I were living in Chicago, IL. I managed tradeshows for different Associations across the nation. One of my favorite places to do a tradeshow was Anchorage, Alaska because its pristine and beautiful topography.

Now, I finally started one of my life long dreams of starting and owning a business. With my experience in
tradeshows, special events and designing interiors for corporate spaces it seemed like a perfect fit. I
recently had a Staging job in Dublin, CA a 3,151 sq. ft. house. It was totally vacant but my Staging Design
Team and turned it into an inviting space with balance and harmony. Last Thursday June 2nd we had an
opportunity to showcase our Staging at the 1st Annual National Association of Hispanic Real Estate
Professionals of Alameda County Dinner Gala. It was a great success. I was able to relate to many Hispanic
Realtors being that I can speak Spanish also.


I think giving back is so important that we give 5% of our profits to the American Cancer Society.

 

Guest Speaker:  June 6th

Colleen O'Hara, ASp

My clients and realtors call me MAGIC HANDS O'HARA. I have just finishing staging a home in Kilbride for Barbara Beers, this is 3.5 acre estate and is listed for 1.4 million dollars. Prior to this listing I Staged a home in Ancaster for half million dollars and it sold within 5 days!!! Let me set the Stage for a timely and MAXIMUM return.

 

 

 

Guest Speaker:  May 16th

Doryn Wallach, ASP™

Doryn is an alumnus of New York's Fashion Institute of Technology and Simmons College, from which she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She apprenticed and worked for Elissa Cullman of Cullman & Kravis, one of New York City's top interior design firms and with the behind the scenes design team on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. In addition to staging Ms. Wallach does freelance Movie Set Decorating, and Model Home Merchandising. She is also a contributing columnist as “Ask Ms. Décor” on Fashionfixx.com. She has studied architecture and interiors overseas in London and other locales in Eastern and Western Europe. Doryn is an allied member of The American Society of Interior Designers and an associate member of the International Interior Design Association and The National Kitchen and Bath Association.

 

Guest Speaker:  May 9th

Fran Bailey, ASP™ Realtor®

Fran Bailey is a Realtor in the Chicago area with Baird & Warner, our nation's oldest real estate company. She holds an IL real estate broker's license and is a member of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals (IAHSP). Previously, Fran worked for Meredith Corporation, publisher of "Better Homes and Gardens" Magazine and was awarded their "Senior Department Managers Award for Excellence."

 

 

Guest Speaker:  May 2nd

Maria Hernandez - ASPM™, IAHSP,

ASID Allied

I was born and raised between two beautiful countries, Colombia and Venezuela and later became a citizen of the USA. I feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to expand my horizons once again. I consider myself to have had three careers. My first one as a mother, a beautiful and fulfilling one, then as an Interior Designer, that in the fourteen years of practice has given me many of the tools that I will be able to use in my new and exciting endeavor Home Staging.

 

I am being passionate about my company Home Staging Concepts not only because I can express myself as a creative and professional Stager but because I will be able to provide valuable services, to the Real Estate industry and to the home owner.

 

It has been important for me to have taken the Accredited Professional Staging Master course with Barb, The course provided me with all the additional information needed to start the company. The on going support from Stagedhomes.com has been terrific.

 

For additional information on the full scope of services, please contact Maria Hernandez at Home Staging Concepts

707. 933.8714 or visit her at Stegedhomes.com opening the ASP Directory.

 

Guest Speaker:  April 25th

Linda Tobin, ASP™

Linda Tobin lives in Hudson, Wisconsin with her husband Tim. They have 3 grown children and 7 lovely grandchildren.

 

Linda holds a real estate license for both Wisconsin and Minnesota, serving the St Croix River Valley area. She received her ASP in June and her ASPM in November of 2004. She has enjoyed sharing "Staging" with her seller and buyer clients in the process of Staging to Sell and Staging to Live.

 

Linda is a founding member and the Treasurer of the Minneapolis/St Paul IAHSP Chapter. She has also committed to Barb and StagedHomes.com to spread the word of Staging by starting the St Croix Valley IAHSP chapter. She is excited too to be expanding her company, Staging Plus II, Inc's services to the general public, builders, and other real estate agents.

 

The personal concerns of each client are very important to Linda. She is an excellent listener and is committed to providing star quality service to each of them. You may call her at Staging® Plus II, Inc, 612-804-9175 or 715-381-6842.

 

Guest Speaker: April 18th

Moe Levy , ASP™

Moe Levy has had great success helping clients in sales and marketing over the past 40+ years. Moe had been the co-owner of S. California's largest home decorating accessories store and co-owner of a high tech computer technology and software firm in Bellevue WA.

 

This year Moe received the prestigious Coldwell Banker International Sterling Society sales award for 2004. Moe has earned the following designations GRI, ABR, CHMS and ASP to further his real estate career. Dedication to providing superior client service is Moe's main objective.

 

 

Guest Speaker: April 4th

Sandra Walden, ASPM™

Sandra Walden is the owner of Madison Avenue and proudly holds the credential of an Accredited Staging Professional Master. Sandra comes from the Floral Design industry starting back in 1984. While working for a local florist she realized her talents and love for creating beautiful surroundings. She has since taken on renovations and design projects the she completed in her own homes. She decided to help friends and homeowners in her community, and this ideal developed into Madison Avenue. Sandra has developed a real understanding of successful business practices and customer relations, and has a passion for decorating and organization. Her love of beautifying the interior and exterior of homes has led to the wonderful world of Staging.

Guest Speaker: April 4th

Jeremy Garrett, owner of Simple Joys Pressure Washing, Window Cleaning and Gutters

Jeremy Garrett is the owner and operator of SimpleJoys Pressure Washing, Window Cleaning, and Gutters, and has been serving the Seattle area for over 10 years.  The business evolved from a Handy Man business the first two years, too Pressure Washing, and then the addition of Window Cleaning and Gutters in the last 5 years.  The goal of SimpleJoys is to fit the service to your current needs while keeping the bigger long term picture in mind.   Simple Joys is adept at staging your home for sale or life with a clear knowledge of what services can best help sell your home or keep it sound and looking its best.  SimpleJoys loves creating lasting trusting relationships and looks forward to hearing from you.  206-528-6146

 

Guest Speaker: March 21st

Martha Murphy, founder/Artistic Director of Whidbey Children's Theater

Martha Murphy is the founder and Artistic Director of Whidbey Children's Theater, a non-profit charitable organization serving the youth of
South Whidbey Island. Ms. Murphy holds a BA in English from the University of Texas at Austin and has taught secondary English and worked with youth in theater in Texas and Washington for the past 30 years.

 

 

 

Guest Speakers:  March 21st

Jane Wilson and Sheila Honig-Boyle

Take II Staging Event

Let "Take II Staging Event" Dynamize and Maximize the marketability of your home. Staging will present your house in its best showcase condition. "Take II Staging Event" offers their services in the Greater Toronto Area, Mississauga,Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton and the Niagara Peninsula in Ontario, Canada.

Owner of The Staging & Design Place & Partner in Take II Staging Event, I bring taste and passion to creating inspiring and affordable home environments for my clients. Need a one day makeover, complete redesign, Staging to maximize your sale or move in services? Serving clients from Toronto to Niagara Peninsula. How may I help you?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guest Speaker:  March 28th

Paul Benz, Actor

Guest Speaker:  March 28th

Dwayne Johnson, ASP

Being the Owner of Sold By Design, I am dedicated to total customer service and understanding. I have over 10 years of design experience and currently I am the only Accredited Staging Professional in the Hudson Valley. I enjoy working with the client to create a more inviting and dramatic space by using existing home furnishings and accessories. My experience has taught me that the first impression is always the most important one and the one people remember.

 

 

Guest Speaker:  April 4th

Jeremy Garrett

Simple Joys (Pressure washing, window, roof & gutter cleaning)

Seattle, WA

Guest Speaker:  April 4th

Stephanie Carrier, ASPM

Stephanie Carrier is a Realtor and ASP Certified. She has been serving Solano and Napa counties for some time now.

 

 

 

 

Guest Speaker:  April 11th

Mike Kass, ASP Realtor

Michael ranks among the top realtors nationally, is an Associate Broker, CRS, GRI, ABR and an Acredited Staging Professional. Mike's knowledge, negotiating skills and market savvy will be a benefit to your real estate transaction. Mike holds a degree in engineering and was a real estate investor prior to obtaining his license and has been a featured speaker and instructor of real estate classes. He has helped more buyers and sellers than most other realtors.

 

 

Guest Speaker:  April 18th

Dr. David Parent, veterinarian

Useless Bay Animal Clinic

Freeland, WA

 

Guest Speaker:  April 25th

Kelli Rothenberg

WEDDING UP-DATE:   As you may remember Kelli was one of Barb's guest a few months ago telling her romantic story of how David, now her fiancé, proposed to her.  It was a Cinderella Story and one we said we would follow.  Don't miss another episode with Barb and Kelli and find out the latest in the KKNW STAGING Wedding Of The Year!!!!

Kelli lives in New York City with her fiancé David.  She is a creative writer at an advertising agency while David works for Avaya, a telecommunications company.  The couple met through an online Jewish dating service while both getting their graduate degrees at the University of Pennsylvania .  They enjoy movies, Scrabble, and Honeycombs cereal.  The wedding is set for July 2005. 

 

Guest Speaker:  May 9th

Diane Lucas, ASP™ Realtor®

Diane Lucas is an ASP™ Realtor® with John L. Scott in Auburn. For 4 decades Diane's family has been immersed in the Seattle/Tacoma real estate market through building homes, developing plats, and marketing all types of real estate. Since 1985 Diane and her husband Rich have personally sold over 1,200 properties, averaging over one sale per week.

Diane believes that Staging has brought a dramatic difference to her listings -- the homes sell faster and for more money! Diane is thrilled to be able to bring the exciting concept of Staging to her clients and would love to show you how a Staged Home quickly becomes a Sold Home!

Guest Speaker: March 7th

Lindy Hisatomi, ASP Realtor

I am a member of the #1 Coldwell Banker office in the nation and have earned the valuable credentials of: Certified Residential Specialist, Graduate of Residential Institute, Accredited Buyer's Agent and Coldwell Banker New Homes Specialist and Relocation Specialist. As a former teacher and marketer, I enjoy serving my clients by educating them on the process of selling their house and marketing to the public and other realtors. As a mother and relocated family, I understand the needs of a family as they move to a new area or home. I enjoy serving the greater Eastside of Seattle, WA both residential and condominium homes.

 

Guest Speaker: March 7th

Linda Jenkins, ASPM™

Providing the Realtor® and Homeowner easy solutions for redefining the home. Hi, I am Linda Jenkins... an ASP Masters™ Graduate. Please contact me for a Professional approach to maximizing your homes potential whether you are selling, buying or redecorating.

 

 


Guest Speaker:  March 14th

No Guest Scheduled

NEA to play tape


Guest Speaker:  February 28th

John Nelson, ASP Realtor

Prudential NW Realty

Federal Way, WA


Guest Speaker:  February 28th

Sheryl Breitfelder, ASPM

Sheryl Breitfelder, owner of The First Impression provides professional home Staging & presentation services including Staging of occupied and vacant homes, Staging to live and customized floral decorations to the Dubuque, IA and surrounding tri-state area (IL, IA & WI).

As an ASPM™, Sheryl will take your house and turn it into a product that will sell quickly and for more money. You only get ONE chance to make a POSITIVE first impression to buyers!

 


 

Guest Speaker:  February 21st

Jordan Albertson, Film Maker


 

Guest Speaker:  January 31st

Pat Chatard, ASP Realtor

Coldwell Banker Westlake Office

Seattle, WA

Possess marketing techniques, critical thinking, superb negotiator, "aesthetic eye", 24 years of marketing experience, love being a real estate agent.

 

 

 

Guest Speaker:  January 31st

Diane Williams, ASP

Exit, Staged Right!

Diane's system of arranging furnishings creates a positve impact on prospective homebuyers the moment they walk through the door! Interior Design, Interior Redesign, Personal Shopping and Staging for Living services also available. To realize the most equity in the sale of your home, contact Diane and Exit, Staged Right!

 

 


Guest Speaker:  January 24th

Kelly McFrederick - ASPM, IAHSP

As an ASP Master; Kelly's Staging Kreations, LLC... professionally showcases homes for fast sales at top dollar producing a stellar statement of home Staging finesse and creativity, combining years of business savy, including real estate knowledege with proven design credibility and flair! Serving Realtors®, Homeowners and Investors in the Tampa Bay area, St. Petersburg and greater Clearwater providences, with all home Staging services including vacant homes Staging to maximize a homes features. Remember "Clutter Eats Equity".

 

Guest Speaker:  January 24th

Mike Kass, ASP™ Realtor®

Michael ranks among the top realtors nationally, is an Associate Broker, CRS, GRI, ABR and an Acredited Staging Professional. Mike's knowledge, negotiating skills and market savvy will be a benefit to your real estate transaction. Mike holds a degree in engineering and was a real estate investor prior to obtaining his license and has been a featured speaker and instructor of real estate classes.

 

 


Guest Speaker:  January 17th

Lindy Hisatomi, ASP™ Realtor®

Lindy is a member of the #1 Coldwell Banker office in the nation and has earned the valuable credentials of: Certified Residential Specialist, Graduate of Residential Institute, Accredited Buyer's Agent and Coldwell Banker New Homes Specialist and Relocation Specialist. As a former teacher and marketer, she enjoys serving herclients by educating them on the process of selling their house and marketing to the public and other realtors. As a mother and relocated family, Lindy understands the needs of a family as they move to a new area or home. I enjoy serving the greater Eastside of Seattle, WA both residential and condominium homes.

 

Guest Speakers:  January 17th

Jane Wilson and Sheila Honig-Boyle

Take II Staging Event

Let "Take II Staging Event" Dynamize and Maximize the marketability of your home. Staging will present your house in its best showcase condition. "Take II Staging Event" offers their services in the Greater Toronto Area, Mississauga,Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton and the Niagara Peninsula in Ontario, Canada.

 

 

Owner of The Staging & Design Place & Partner in Take II Staging Event, I bring taste and passion to creating inspiring and affordable home environments for my clients. Need a one day makeover, complete redesign, Staging to maximize your sale or move in services? Serving clients from Toronto to Niagara Peninsula. How may I help you?

 

 

 


 

Guest Speaker:  January 10th

Pat Koughan, Linds Jewelry of Langley, WA

Guest Speaker:  January 10th

Jen Guyer, Staged By Design

Jen is a professional decorator/designer in Seattle, WA and the surrounding areas. Call or e-mail Jen and the Staged By Design team to learn more about "staging" and earn serious equity in the sale of your home!

 

 

 


 

Guest Speaker:  January 3rd

Laura Leist, Owner of Eliminate Chaos®

Laura Leist is the owner of Eliminate Chaos® and provides professional organizing services to individuals in their homes, small business and corporations.

Laura has a B.S., Management Information Systems and a certificate in Software Product Management. Laura was recognized as one of Washington State's "40 Under 40 " Entrepreneurs in 2001.

 

Laura's "Extreme Makeovers" have been featured on Northwest Afternoon , Evening Magazine and Seattle Live as well as radio programs. Print media includes Northwest Home and Garden, King County Journal and the Puget Sound Business Journal.

 

Laura has been hired by IKEA and Storables to provide their clients with regular organizing seminars. Laura is the author of two tips books: Organizing and Customizing with Microsoft Outlook and Eliminate Chaos. In Your home.

 

Recently, Laura has signed a contract with a Publisher to write a book on "Residential Organizing and Paper Management." The book is slated to hit bookstores in April 2006 and is tentatively titled " Eliminate Chaos in Your Home and Life. "

 

Laura is a member of The National Speaker's Association, NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers), Master Builder's Association and NW Next. She holds board and committee positions within all of these organizations.

 

Guest Speaker:  January 3rd

David Albertson, ASP™ Realtor®

David has worked with Prudential Northwest Realty since 1995. He has received literally hundreds of awards for outstanding service and
performance. David was Rookie of The Year in 1996 and the Top Producer in his office. He has been Top Producer all but one year since and Top Home Marketing Agent since 1997. He is recognized as an innovator, trainer and company leader. He trains new Realtors in his office on how to get their real estate business started.

David is proud to have been recognized throughout his career by
management, peers, employees and customers for sincerity, integrity,
work ethics and a special talent for training and communications.

Please don't miss this program and a chance to hear first hand what
David wants to share with you.


Guest Speaker:  December 27th

Teresa Saenger, ASP™ Realtor®

Born and raised in the Midwest, Teresa has lived in the South King County area of Washington State for 20 years.  She and her husband are the proud parents of 3 daughters: Lesley - 23, Emma - 19, and Katy - 18. In 1996,TeresaI graduated Magna Cum Laude from Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Marketing. She was voted Marketing Student of the Year by her professors! Teresa serves as Financial Secretary and Librarian at Faith Baptist Church in Kent, WA.

Teresa is a multi-million dollar producer for Prudential Northwest Realty and consistently falls into the top 10% of agents in her office. She has finished the educational requirements needed to become a broker in Washington state and should have the associate broker designation in January. To expand the services she can offer her clients, she is an Accredited Staging Professional and can be seen at stagedhomes.com.

Guest Speaker:  December 27th

Martha Murphy, founder/Artistic Director of Whidbey Children's Theater

Martha Murphy is the founder and Artistic Director of Whidbey Children's Theater, a non-profit charitable organization serving the youth of
South Whidbey Island. Ms. Murphy holds a BA in English from the University of Texas at Austin and has taught secondary English and worked with youth in theater in Texas and Washington for the past 30 years.

 

 


 

Guest Speaker:  December 20th

Coreen Wood, ASP™ Realtor®

Coreen has been a Realtor® with John L. Scott Real Estate for the past 16 years. She has taught classes on Buying A Home with both Highline Community College as well as Green River Community College in Auburn, WA.

Currently, she teaches people how to Sell Their Home in 60 Days or Less, three times per quarter at Green River Community College in Auburn as well as Enumclaw.

Coreen has also compiled a Manual on Choosing a Real Estate Professional, preparing your home so you will net $5,000 - $100,000 more depending on the price range of your home. The Manual also includes the steps to selling your home, the costs involved in selling your home plus many other tips that will get you on the right track when selling your home.

She is one of John L. Scotts tops 5% consistently for the past 14 years. She has received awards being the top Listing Agent, top sales agent as well as agent of the month for supporting other colleagues in the office.

Coreen is an expert in helping

1. Seniors selling their homes and transition into their new home

2. People who are behind on their mortgage payments and need to sell their home quickly. She negotiates with the banks for "short sales" if required.

3. People who are relocating or moving up, making sure that all details are met so the transitions go smoothly.

4. First time home buyers, answering all their questions and ensuring all the details are attended to.

Coreen has two full time assistants to help your real estate buying and selling experience will flow smoothly.

Coreen, looks forward to serving your real estate needs with honesty and integrity, give her a call today at 206-478-1460.


Guest Speaker:  December 13th

Sherry Sahlstrom ASP™ Realtor®

Caring, professional, experienced, CRS, Associate Broker, "positive energy, proven results". Two children, 2.7 grandchildren (a little girl due in January), new construction specialist.

 

 

 


 

Guest Speaker:  December 6th

Dr. Robert F. Sleight

Dr. Sleight was born in Alhambra , California in 1947. He attended Hollywood High School when John Ritter was class president.   Dr. SleightI completed his under-graduate and graduate degrees in Southern California and graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College in 1977. He started practicing in Studio City , California for two years, under the guidance of Dr. H.J. Terwilliger, known as the chiropractor to the stars in Hollywood . Dr. Terwilliger was a fabulous mentor for a new intern to have the privilege of his many years of practice experience. He also taught Dr. Sleight how important chiropractic care was to everyone's over all health. Dr. Sleight moved to Whidbey Island, Washington in 1980, where he established my own practice in Langley , Washington, a very quaint seaside town.

Dr. Sleight loves Whidbey Island and has been privileged to deliver health care to over 5,000 people on the south end of Whidbey Island for almost twenty-five years.  


Guest Speaker:  November 29th

Martha Murphy, founder/Artistic Director of Whidbey Children's Theater

Martha Murphy is the founder and Artistic Director of Whidbey Children's Theater, a non-profit charitable organization serving the youth of
South Whidbey Island. Ms. Murphy holds a BA in English from the University of Texas at Austin and has taught secondary English and worked with youth in theater in Texas and Washington for the past 30 years.

 

 

 

Guest Speaker:  November 29th

BJ Johnson, StagedHomes.com employee

BJ heads up the StagedHomes.com office in Seattle. She also works with Barb & Kirk when they are in Seattle giving the ASPT course. BJ enters all of our ASPsT into the StagedHomes.com database after completion of their 2-day course, and helps to guide them in using the website. She communicates with those inquiring about the ASPT courses from all over the U.S. and Canada, providing them with additional course information & directing them to a trainer in their area.

BJ's background is in retail sales. She and her husband owned & operated a clothing store in Seattle. She also worked many years for a home furnishings store & art gallery. BJ has 3 sons and a brand new granddaughter for whom she is eternally grateful. Her 'baby' dogs keep her hopping and they are named Bailey and Buster.


Guest Speaker:  November 22th

Sandy Donogh, ASPT

DONOGH HOME INTERIORS

Staged® By Sandy

Sandy Donogh, owner of Donogh Home Interiors and Staged by Sandy serves the Greater Seattle, Eastside area Staging homes for sale and to live.

 

FROM "CURB APPEAL TO SOLD DEAL", Donogh Home Interiors Team Members offer clients creative solutions to prepare their home for sale.

 

A Staged Home stands out from its competition. It is more than clearing the clutter and rearranging the furniture. It is equally about creating a visual experience, from the moment a client drives up to the house, that will appeal to the widest range of buyers, allowing customers to mentally move into their new home.

 

Homes Staged By Sandy feature the house's finer points, not the furnishings. Too often a designer "over decorates" which does not allow the client to " see" the house.

 

Sandy's experience is in Residential Construction where she and her husband owned Donogh Enterprises, Inc. for 25+ years. Sandy has worked behind the scenes from Office

Administrator to preparing completely furnished Model Homes in large subdivisions, competing in the Pacific Northwest's fast paced market.

Most recently, Sandy completed the supervision of building 15 quality crafted homes under construction through to completion, sales, and continued Builder Warranty Service. Professional Staging of these homes was the Marketing Advantage that provided the launching point to Donogh Home Interiors and Staged By Sandy.

 

Donogh Home Interiors has an extensive inventory of accessories, linens and fine furnishings that will add richness and warmth to your home, should you need them.

 

From Vignettes to completely furnished Model Homes in New Construction, Donogh Home Interiors is available to Market your Home for Sale.

 

One Day Re-Designs, Move-In and Shopping Services also available.


Guest Speaker:  November 15th

Veronica Alford-McGlothan, ASP™,CMP

Veronica Alford-McGlothan, ASP, CMP, is the president of Positions , a Staging and rearranging firm. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the School of Business at Washington State University. As the 10-year owner of a successful meeting event firm, Veronica focused on theme and stage design for association and corporate events for Fortune 500 companies, cable television channels, and station operators.

 

Veronica's creativity in the corporate arena led her to residential Staging and rearranging in 1997. The Indiana Hoosier, native Washingtonian, credits "cocooning" for the surge in clientele who seek her company to rearrange their homes. Other clients recognize that Staged homes sell faster at or above the asking price. Hence she blends business savvy with design and style to improve the marketability of her clients' homes.

 

Positions operates in Indiana and Washington State. Call either office at 888.637.6847, Monday thru Thursday, 9:00a.m.-6:00p.m. CST to release your space and rearrange your style.


 

Guest Speaker:  November 8th

Susan Nierenberg, ASPT  Realtor®

Susan has been in real estate since 1982,  first
as a salesperson and then obtaining her broker's license in 1990.  She has been
an associate broker with Coldwell Banker Hunt Kennedy since 1996, before that she was in a small local office.  Susan specializes in co-ops and condos in Manhattan.The Manhattan market is especially competetive and there are thousands of properties on the market at any given time. A Realtor® has to offer something besides the usual to her clients. Through the years Susan has always tried to make her listings shine , but until she learned about Staging she didn't do it in an organized way. Susan has been Staging her own properties and they are selling faster and for more money and  she will offer her Staging services to her fellow Realtors® as a side enterprise.

Guest Speaker:  November 8th

Carleen Eve Fischer Hoffman

The Clutter Doctor, Inc.

The Clutter Doctor, Inc. helps individuals, businesses, and non-profits increase efficiency and maximize time and space through hands-on organizing. What makes her business unique is that she likes to work one-on-one with her clients to help them reach their goals.

 

Ms. Hoffman uses a three-step approach: Examine, Diagnose, and Prescribe. She prides herself on being a true hands-on organizing specialist as well as the area's local pioneer on the topic. She is successful because she gets involved with every project from start to finish.

 

Ms. Hoffman has been featured on several radio shows and in many newspaper articles and is currently instructing classes at Holyoke Community College, Springfield Technical Community College, and Asnuntuck Community College. She can be reached at (413) 525-7345 or www.clutterdoctor.com.



 

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