Send us Fan Mail It’s election season at ECAR! In this episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, hosts Maria Howell and Melissa Skoniecki sit down with Melissa Jolley, candidate for ECAR’s Niceville Area Director, to talk about her journey from new REALTOR® to active volunteer and now board candidate. Hear what inspired her to get involved, what she’s learned along the way, and why staying informed and having a voice in your association matters!
Aug 19
22 min
Send us Fan Mail What does RPAC actually do for REALTORS®? Maria Howell and Melissa Skoniecki are joined by Cindy Burge and Melissa Strange to talk advocacy, RPAC’s impact, and ways members can get involved.
Aug 12
23 min
Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to leave a legacy that extends far beyond real estate? In this episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, hosts Maria Howell and Melissa Skoniecki sit down with longtime REALTOR® and community leader Linde Bowman for a heartfelt conversation about leadership, resilience, and the power of giving back. Discover how one family's journey inspired a lasting impact on the Emerald Coast and why serving your community can be one of the greatest investments you'll ever ma...
Aug 5
20 min
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to protect a real estate transaction in today's market? In this episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, Maria Howell and Melissa Skoniecki sit down with Lydia Pelegrina of McNeese Title for a conversation that goes beyond the closing table. From building meaningful industry relationships to navigating some of the biggest challenges facing real estate today, Lydia shares insights every real estate professional should hear. Tune in to discover why the stro...
Jul 29
21 min
Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the greatest acts of service are born from life's hardest moments. In this episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, we sit down with Michelle Bailey—REALTOR®, past ECAR President, longtime volunteer leader, and founder of Bailey Brigade. Michelle shares her journey from discovering the value of leadership and volunteerism to creating a nonprofit that is bringing hope, comfort, and support to local cancer patients and their families. Along the way, she reminds us that o...
Jul 22
22 min
Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to help buyers succeed in today's market? Hint: It's about much more than interest rates. In this episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, we sit down with Mallory Fotiades of CrossCountry Mortgage to talk about today's lending landscape, common mortgage misconceptions, and the importance of building strong relationships in real estate. From practical advice for REALTORS® to fresh perspectives on helping buyers move forward with confidence, this co...
Jul 15
21 min
Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, Association Executive Melissa Skoniecki joins Maria to recap their experience at the National Association of REALTORS®' Leadership Meeting (RLM) in Washington, D.C. They share key takeaways, leadership insights, and the conversations shaping the future of the real estate industry and REALTOR® associations. But this episode is about more than leadership, it's also about gratitude. We take time to celebrate and say a heartfe...
Jul 8
26 min
Send us Fan Mail What does strong leadership look like in today's real estate market? In this episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, we sit down with ECAR Vice President Rachel Simerly to talk about her journey in real estate, her passion for serving fellow REALTORS®, and her vision for the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Rachel shares insights on leadership, industry trends, the value of professional involvement, and why investing in your local association can make a lasting impact on...
Jul 1
18 min
Send us Fan Mail For years, Movement Mortgage has been more than an ECAR Affiliate Member, they've been a true partner in supporting REALTORS® and strengthening our local real estate community. In this episode, we sit down with Lindsay and Kelsey from Movement Mortgage to talk about the partnership between Movement and ECAR, including their significant investment in our Leadership Development Program and many other initiatives that help our members grow and succeed. We also dive into wh...
Jun 24
22 min
Send us Fan Mail Join us for an inspiring conversation with ECAR President-Elect Kimberlie Griggs. Kimberlie shares her story, lessons learned throughout her leadership journey, and her passion for serving REALTORS® across the the panhandle. We talk about the challenges and opportunities facing the industry, the importance of member engagement, and what excites her most about the future of the Association. It's an honest, insightful discussion filled with leadership wisdom and practical ...
Jun 17
19 min
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