Agent Details
- EMAIL: [email protected]
- MOBILE: (941) 724-0519
- ADDRESS: 423 Saint Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236
- LICENSE #: BK646644
Meet Carla
Broker-AssociateBorn and raised in the Pittsburgh area, Carla graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and a minor in Linguistics. Shortly after graduating, she moved to Put-in-Bay, Ohio where she opened a bed and breakfast, boat storage facility, and gift shop.
Upon selling the businesses, Carla moved to Florida where she immediately earned her real estate salesperson and broker licenses. She spent the first 8 years of her career in new construction home sales, assisting the builder with take-offs, warranty, customer service, and design selection.
Carla’s passion for life and adventure got her involved in global real estate in 2005 which led her to travel extensively to Europe and Central America. Her biggest honor was serving as the President of FIABCI-USA 2023-2024. She was the 2020 National Association of REALTORS® Global Coordinator to North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Prior to holding this position, she was the President’s Liaison to Panama.
Carla is a licensed instructor for the National Association of REALTORS® and Florida REALTORS®. She has instructor licenses in Florida and Texas. She is an active member of her local, state, and national associations and was named REALTOR® of the Year and achieved the association's first Global Commitment Award and the President’s Award twice from the Sarasota Association of REALTORS® (now RASM).
Describing herself as a globalist, explorist, and discoverist Carla loves to travel, meet interesting people, try new cuisines, and experiment with adventure. She loves socializing with her friends, cooking and entertaining, going to art exhibits and wine tastings, and spending time with her husband and Havanese.
Designations and certifications acknowledge experience and expertise, and are awarded to select real estate professionals. They help consumers gauge which agent has the best skill profile to meet their needs. Carla has achieved the following credentials:
The Accredited Buyer’s Representative / ABR®
The benchmark of excellence in representing a buyer’s interest during a transaction. ABR® agents are equipped to advocate for the buyer, negotiate most favorable contract terms and guide the customer towards a successful closing.
Certified International Property Specialist / CIPS
An elite and influential network of professionals worldwide. A CIPS agent’s knowledge and experience ensures successful cross-border transaction for both buyers and sellers, and their extensive global network presents marketing opportunities beyond their home country.
Commitment to Excellence / C2EX
Demonstrates an agent’s commitment to the highest levels of professionalism, serving their customers effectively, holding themselves to the highest ethical standards and enhancing their skillset as industry standards and best practices evolve.
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute / GRI
GRI designees have in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process, enabling them to effectively represent and protect their customers before, during and after a transaction.
Certified Residential Specialist / CRS
When experience matters most! The CRS designation is awarded to agents who can demonstrate a track record of consistent high achievement in number of transactions and $ volume sold.
e-PRO®
The e-PRO® certification program helps REALTORS® master the advanced digital marketing techniques of today, and use these skills to improve their ability to serve customers, build trust and safeguard client information.
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specislist
These professionals must demonstrate knowledge and expertise in upper-tier real estate in order to qualify for membership of the Institute and benefit from its research and insight into the luxury market and developing trends.
Senior Real Estate Specialist / SRES
SRES agents have specialist skills needed to serve senior buyers and sellers, ensuring a successful real estate transaction while being sensitive to the unique needs of customers in this market sector.
Resort and Second Home Property Specialist / RSPS
Agents have specialist knowledge to represent customers in buying, selling, or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and or vacation destination.
At Home With Diversity / AHWD
Agents who have this certification are able to conduct business successfully in a multicultural real estate market.
