Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc. today announced that SKY Real Estate Co., a leading independent luxury real estate brokerage in Sarasota, Fla., will become part of the Sotheby’s International Realty® franchise network in the United States. The company will do business as SKY Sotheby’s International Realty and will be headquartered in Sarasota at 1237 N. Gulfstream Avenue.
“As we build an even brighter future for the Sotheby’s International Realty network, we are selecting real estate companies that are leaders in their markets,” said Michael R. Good, president and CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc. “SKY Real Estate is a well-respected company and it is an honor that brokers as accomplished as Brandyn Herbold and Chad Roffers, and their entire team of knowledgeable sales associates, are now part of the Sotheby’s International Realty family.”
Formed in January 2004 by CEO Brandyn Herbold and President Chad Roffers, SKY Real Estate Co. has already distinguished itself as the up and coming residential real estate firm in Sarasota and Manatee counties.
The company has grown from three associates to 13 associates, setting a pace to well exceed $100 million in residential volume in its inaugural year in business.
“Our association with the Sotheby’s International Realty network enables us to take the next step in our mission to offer platinum-level service to our clients,” said Herbold. “Today’s buyers and sellers, in all price ranges, are more sophisticated than ever and expect the high level of service and expertise that is synonymous with the Sotheby’s International Realty brand.”
“Our clientele will immediately realize the distinct competitive advantage associated with our relationship with the Sotheby’s International Realty organization without incurring any incremental fees or expenses,” said Roffers. “Sarasota is an incredibly competitive real estate market, and we are honored to have been selected as a Sotheby’s International Realty affiliate.”
Affiliates of the Sotheby’s International Realty® organization have access to a powerful global marketing and referral program, plus a sophisticated technology infrastructure that enhances communication and improves information transfer. Additional information can be found at www.sothebysrealty.com.
For more information about SKY Sotheby’s International Realty, please contact 941-366-9777.
About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc.
Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty® network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. In February 2004, Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD), the world’s leading real estate brokerage franchiser entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BID; LSE: STBA). The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty® name, the acquisition of 15 company-owned offices and the development of a full franchise system. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages meeting eligibility requirements. Sotheby International Realty Affiliates, Inc. supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable, 260-year-old Sotheby’s auction house.