"We believe that the extraordinary growth of our international
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"We believe that the extraordinary growth of our international
Vol N E WS & I N FO R M AT I O N O N T H E G LO B A L R E A L E STAT E M A R K E T 1 "We believe that the extraordinary growth of our international markets benefits the entire network" - Philip White It gives me great pride to be able to introduce this premier issue of our Global Momentum newsletter, which will showcase our global accomplishments, and help you tell our unique story of quality growth and invaluable connections worldwide. We have had tremendous growth over the last decade, with our footprint now extending to 60 countries throughout the globe. Some years ago, the concept of “international hubs” was developed to better serve the needs of our affiliates in their own time zones. EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) was the first hub based in London; APAC (Asia Pacific) soon followed and finally CALA (Caribbean, Latin America and Bermuda), based in Miami, was added to complement the service level that we were already providing to Canada. Recently, Philip White, the brand's president and chief executive officer, gave me the great honor of overseeing the international hubs as Global Vice President of International Servicing. This publication is intended to celebrate the successes in our international markets and allow an arena for those accomplishments to have a network-wide audience. As the network continues to grow, we realize that it strengthens the brand to continue to define differentiation Featured image: Canada Sotheby's International Realty | Oakville, Ontario, Canada 1 in the marketplace as a global luxury real estate company. I invite you to forward any pertinent content for consideration in future issues to your regional marketing directors, or to me directly. Happy Reading! Michael Valdes global vice president, international servicing sotheby’s international realty affiliates llc BRAND HIGHLIGHTS Marketing a property with the Sotheby’s International Realty ® brand provides unmatched global reach and access to targeted, affluent real estate intenders. For select network properties, additional exposure provides more unique opportunities to ultimately connect buyers and sellers. Over the last year, 40% of the LOVE has been dedicated to properties in the EMEA, CALA and APAC regions as well as Canada. GLOBAL BRAND MARKETING 2015 ORIENTATION With an emphasis on brand exclusivity, cutting-edge advertising Sotheby’s International Realty, recently participated in an orienta- technologies, strategic content integration and social traffic tion conference held for companies that have recently joined the drivers, our brand utilizes hand-selected media powerhouses Sotheby’s International Realty® network of residential real estate whose innovation, experience and international impact allow our brokerages. The orientation conference was held Feb. 24-27th and network to successfully connect buyers and sellers globally. included business meetings in Short Hills, N.J., and a networking event at the Sotheby’s Auction House in New York City. “Our luxury network helps connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Our orientation program helps our network’s brokers effectively use the exclusive line of Sotheby’s International Realty products to better serve their clients’ needs.” Representatives from Bossa Nova Sotheby's International Realty, São Paolo, Brazil at the Sotheby's Auction House in New York City Philip White, president & CEO Sotheby's International Realty with affiliates from St. Martin (L) and West Coast Villas Sotheby's International Realty (third from R and R) 2 BRAND HIGHLIGHTS ART & HOME In 2015 Sotheby’s International Realty and Sotheby’s entered into a literary collaboration publishing the new Sotheby’s Magazine / Art & Home. This new larger format magazine enriches readers with sophisticated content related to the art and real estate worlds. Sotheby’s Magazine / Art & Home features editorial showcasing Sotheby’s International Realty listings and also includes a regular property gallery providing advertising opportunities. PROPERTIES FEATURED IN ART & HOME: (clockwise from top L) North India Sotheby's International Realty Gurgaon, India | US$812,123 Jackson Hole Sotheby's International Realty Wilson, Wyoming, USA | Price upon request | Prop ID: NG8G7N Czech Republic Sotheby's International Realty Central Bohemia, Czech Republic | Price upon request Tuscany Sotheby's International Realty Lucca, Italy | EUR€25,000,000 | Prop ID: L757J3 Ascent Sotheby's International Realty Edwards, Colorado, USA | US$7,995,000 | Prop ID: 3RJQJ2 3 Asia Pacific NEWS List Sotheby’s International Realty, Japan JAPAN GROWTH ADDS 8 TH OFFICE AND NOW UP TO 180 BROKERS the list company, established in 1991 in kanagawa, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty | Opera Tower, Miami, FL Japan has now grown to eight offices in Tokyo and Kanagawa, with a sales team of more than 200 associates who have developed and TAIWAN & ONE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY COLLABORATE sold more than 5,000 condominiums and homes in Japan. Under a high profile client of Taiwan Sotheby’s Inter- which moves between Japan and Hawaii, continually increases and Hisahi Kitami’s leadership as Chief Executive Officer of the firm, they have expanded their operations to Hawaii where they currently have two offices. The pipeline of clients, properties and services, national Realty was looking for global properties that would represents a significant part of their continued success. “I am pleased this strong network of offices in the metropolitan yield a certain return in key markets. After studying properties in New York, Japan, Montenegro and Miami, the client decided on an areas of Tokyo and Yokohama will be part of the Sotheby’s investment presented by a ONE International Realty global network,” said Wendy Purvey, chief Sotheby’s International Realty broker, David Lane, whom the Taiwan broker met at the marketing officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates Hong Kong Sponsorship event last year. LLC. “Strengthening our brand’s presence in Japan has been one of our core objectives, and this strategic expansion marks the The client’s son-in-law flew to Miami to view the proposed properties and became enamored with the bayfront building and largest growth we’ve witnessed so far in the Asia Pacific region. purchased four properties from the developer. Under Kitami’s leadership, List Sotheby’s International Realty will combine the existing knowledge of luxury residential properties globally of Japan Sotheby’s International Realty with List’s dedication in delivering real estate solutions to The client is now very happy with the purchase and actively seek- ing more property in Miami and other key global markets. ■ the Japanese market and beyond.” ■ NEW ZEALAND GREW FROM 3 OFFICES TO 11 AND FROM 43 BROKERS TO 70 IN 2014 New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty 4 Asia Pacific OPENINGS East meets West as representatives of America, India and China converge in downtown Kirkland (Dean Jones (L) and Kevin Corbett (second from R) of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty; Ashwin Chadha (third from R) and Ankit Tyagi (R) of North India Sotheby's International Realty) NORTH INDIA madison, nj - july 29, 2014 Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it has signed an agreement with RealPro Infra Private Ltd. to develop the Sotheby’s International Realty ® brand in North India with the opening of North India Sotheby’s International Realty. “We are delighted to become part of the Sotheby’s International Realty worldwide network,” said Goyal. “The luxury residential real estate market in India is beginning Beijing Sotheby’s International Realty from North India Sotheby’s International Realty on their first stop in a multi-city fine offices into our network,” said White. tour of the US. The hosts covered topics “Development in China has been a priority ranging from India’s emergence as an for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand economic superpower to our own region’s for the last several years, and with our entry propensity to attract foreign direct invest- into the Beijing market, we can build a solid ment and immigration. presence in China’s capital with its strong We have a saying, says Ashwin Chadha, Gang and Mr. Corbett are creating a robust tional Realty, "If heaven is on earth, it is presence in Beijing, and we are thrilled to here, it is here, it is here" ■ In February 2014, the Sotheby’s Interna- BEIJING Sotheby’s International Realty brand will Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates meet the needs of high net-worth individu- LLC today announced the official opening als internationally looking for luxury homes of Beijing in India and overseas using the brand’s Realty. Sotheby’s International The firm has two locations at 8/F 808- appointments of exclusive representation 809 Beijing Silver Tower, No.2 East 3 rd Ring of luxury residential properties. India’s Road, North Chao Yang District and 10/F luxury residential market is poised to grow 1002 Beijing Hanwei Plaza, No.7 Guanghua rapidly, supported by strong economic Road Chao Yang District, Beijing. The growth, and we are in an ideal position to opening was marked with a ceremony on lead this growth by leveraging the Sothe- Oct. 10, 2014 at Kerry Hotel Beijing, which by’s International Realty global platform.” was attended by 300 guests including Philip White, president and chief executive Delegates from Asia’s Fastest-Growing officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Af- Economy Visit the Pacific Northwest. filiates, and representatives from approxi- See the article here. mately 20 Sotheby’s International Realty ® registered guests joined a dozen brokers from Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty in Seattle to welcome delegates support them in their efforts.” tional Realty brand announced it secured madison, nj - oct 17, 2014 On Sunday, March 1st more than sixty sense of pride and ancient traditions. Mr. co-owner North India Sotheby's Interna- a period of expansive growth and the global platform. We also envision future “We are so proud to welcome these two offices from locations around the world including New York, California, Canada, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Hawaii, Dubai, Taiwan, Miami, London, Washington D.C., Thailand, Texas and Seattle. 5 approval to conduct business in mainland China, and signed an agreement with Beijing Xin Rui Zeng Yi International Real Estate Brokerage Co. Ltd., which is owned by Plus Investment Holding Group (Beijing), to open Beijing Sotheby’s International Realty. Liu Gang serves as chairman of Beijing Sotheby’s International Realty, Kevin Corbett serves as chief executive officer, and Jim Hao is general manager. “We are very proud to share in the long traditions and heritage of the world’s leading luxury real estate brand,” said Corbett. “Today we start in Beijing, and in the near future we will be adding a presence in Hainan Island, China’s largest resort destination. Soon these markets will experience the same consistent quality of service that made the Sotheby’s International Realty brand so successful around the world. We’re just getting started,” he added. ■ EMEA NEWS Rome Sotheby’s International Realty opening in Rome, Italy Giovanni Muzzioli, The Red Umbrella ROME OPENING DURING EMEA EVENT “Rome Sotheby’s International Realty enhances our presence in europe and provides a strong footprint in one of the WE ARE PLEASED TO INVITE YOU TO THE OPENING EVENT OF most beautiful and historic cities in the world,” says Philip White, the ROME SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY brand's president and chief executive officer. & EXPOSURE OF MAGNIFICENT & NOBLE JEWELS “Rome, the eternal city, has been attracting visitors for two millennia but it is still one of the most exhilarating and romantic destinations in APRIL 28TH, 2015 6.30 PM the world,” says Lodovico Pignatti Morano, owner of Rome Sotheby's VILLA AURELIA LARGO DI PORTA SAN PANCRAZIO I, ROME International Realty. “The Rome real estate market represents a strong opportunity in Italy in terms of sales and rentals for properties, and we are thrilled to represent the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in ROME SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY PIAZZA SANTI APOSTOLI 81, ROME RSVP: ROME@SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM PHONE: +39 06 7925 8888 MAGNIFICENT & NOBLE JEWELS SOTHEBY’S GINEVRA MAY 12TH, 2015 SOTHEBY’S PIAZZA SANTI APOSTOLI 61, ROME RSVP: ROME.OFFICE@SOTHEBYS.COM PHONE: + 39 06 6994 1791 such an important location.” ■ 6 EMEA OPENINGS Rome Sotheby’s International Realty opening in Rome, Italy ROME ST. MORITZ madison, nj and rome feb 9, 2015 Pignatti Morano. “The Rome real estate luxury real estate services Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates market represents a strong opportunity will be available throughout the canton of LLC today announced its luxury real estate in Italy in terms of sales and rentals for Grison through a new office in St. Moritz, services will be available in Rome with the properties, and we are thrilled to represent opening of Rome Sotheby’s International Realty. Switzerland, operating as St. the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in such an important location.” Rome Sothe- Moritz Sotheby’s International Realty. Gianluca Righetti, an owner of the Tessin, by’s International Realty offers its interna- Lugano, Locarno and Ascona markets will own and manage Rome Sotheby’s In- tional and local clientele a wide selection through Fontana ternational Realty. They also are managing of luxury properties in Rome and the Sotheby’s International Realty, is the owner and will partners of Milan, surrounding areas. Located inside the re- manage the new firm. The Sotheby’s nowned Palazzo Odescalchi, whose facade International Realty brand also is represent- was originally designed by Gian Lorenzo ed in other locations across Switzerland Realty brand is represented in Venice by Bernini in 1665, the office is conveniently Venice Sotheby’s International Realty, which is owned and managed by positioned and caters to individual client by Cardis Sotheby’s International Realty, which has offices in Lausanne, needs with a multi-lingual staff. Montreux, Vevey, Nyon and Geneva. Lodovico and Clemente Pignatti Morano Lake Como and Tuscany Sotheby’s International Realty. The Sotheby’s International ® Ann-Marie Doyle.“Our expansion across It- “Despite the economic crisis that hit the aly continues our commitment to providing Italian real estate market over the last few EMEA, Sotheby’s International Realty Af- access to the Sotheby’s International Realty years, property prices in many neighbor- filiates LLC, states, “This affiliation offers network’s exclusive real estate services in hoods did not fall, especially in the historic entrance into this famous and attractive key cities around the world,” said Michael center, where there are apartments and lifestyle-focused Swiss market. We are Valdes, global vice president, Sotheby’s penthouses for sale with antique features very pleased that our global clientele now International Realty Affiliates LLC. including frescos and vaulted ceilings,” will have access to the brand’s services in said Diletta Giorgolo Spinola, head of sales “Rome Sotheby’s International Realty enhances our presence in Europe, and pro- for Rome Sotheby’s International Realty. vides a strong footprint in one of the most “Apartments with views on the picturesque beautiful and historic cities in the world.” “Rome, the eternal city, has been attracting visitors for two millennia but it is still one of the most exhilarating and romantic squares and renowned fountains are the most sought-after. In other residential areas such as the Parioli, prices fell and it is now possible to find exciting deals.” ■ destinations in the world,” says Lodovico 7 Olivier Beumer, managing director this beautiful part of the world. St. Moritz is one of only three locations to host the Winter Olympics twice, in 1928 and 1948, and remains a destination for world ski championships.” ■ EMEA OPENINGS Africa with the addition of Luxembourg Sotheby’s International Realty. “Our expansion into Luxembourg strengthens our presence across Europe and continues our commitment to providing access to the Sotheby’s International Realty network’s exclusive real estate services in key markets around the world,” said Jamie McMullan, director international servicing EMEA, Sotheby’s International Poland Sotheby’s International Realty celebrates its opening with manager, Arkadiusz Wojciechowski (L), Philip White, president & CEO Sotheby’s International Realty (Cntr), and manager, Piotr Śliwka (R) Realty Affiliates LLC. “Luxembourg is the seat of several institutions and agencies of the European Union and it has a rich history and heritage. We are proud to be able to represent the fine real estate POLAND madison, nj and warsaw nov 6, 2014 Sotheby’s International Realty discerning clients searching for extraordinary real estate and requiring a high found throughout the country.” According to Vermast, the Sotheby’s quality of service. “It is vitally important International Realty brand has the reach for our team to ensure that we understand and recognition needed to serve a market Affiliates LLC today announced that our clients’ needs and to deliver efficient that consists of a large percentage of leading Polish real estate firm Park House and personalized services with profes- foreign residents. “People are moving to in Warsaw has joined its luxury real estate sionalism and confidentiality,” he said. Luxembourg from all parts of the world network and now will operate as Poland “The Polish real estate market is unique in to take advantage of its high quality of Sotheby’s International Realty. that it is focused on a number of key cities life, strong education and employment, The firm is managed by Arkadiusz Wo- with an array of high-end apartments and as well as its many financial advantages,” jciechowski and Piotr Śliwka, who signed luxury developments, as well as spacious he said. “We have many years of local real an exclusive 25-year master franchise residences in the surrounding popular estate experience and can communicate agreement to develop the Sotheby’s suburban towns and villages. Now with in multiple languages. Our rich cultural International Realty ® brand throughout the support of the Sotheby’s International heritage and sense of constant innovation Poland including the luxury residential real Realty brand we can bring Poland’s ex- are the main reasons for the broad choice estate markets in Warsaw, Crocow, Wro- traordinary and unique properties to the of architectural styles found here, which claw, Poznan and Lodz. “Expansion across far-reaching corners of the world.” range from classical townhomes to con- Europe continues our commitment to providing access to the Sotheby’s International Realty network’s exclusive real estate services in key cities around the world,” said Wendy Purvey, chief marketing officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “This affiliation, which strengthens the brand’s presence in Europe, offers entrance into the famous capital city of Warsaw. I was proud to attend the Warsaw launch of Poland Sotheby’s International Realty in person, and am delighted that a global clientele will now have access to the brand in this historic part of the world.” According to Wojciechowski, the firm was created to fulfill the needs of highly LUXEMBOURG madison, nj and luxembourg june 17, 2014 Sotheby’s International temporary family residences. For a small country, we have a lot to offer and people from all over the globe are realizing it.” ■ Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Luxembourg Real Estate Partners S.A. has joined its network and now will do business as Luxembourg Sotheby’s International Realty. The firm, which is managed by Philippe Vermast, serves the high-end real estate market in Luxembourg and surrounding towns. The Sotheby’s International Realty ® network now has approximately 167 offices across Europe, Middle East and 8 Luxembourg Sotheby's International Realty new office CALA OPENINGS BRAZIL imobiliaria bossa nova in brazil has joined the sotheby’s international realty brand ® and now will do business as Bossa Nova Sotheby’s International Realty. The firm, led by Luciano Amado and Marcello Romero, is located at Alameda Gabriel Monteiro da Silva 2027, Pinheiros, São Paulo and celebrated their opening event on March, 24th. ■ Luciano Amado (cntr), Bossa Nova co-owner, with Celso Gama and Marcos Luz Bruno Castro, Cristiano Ayres and Felipe Ache Philip White, president & CEO Sotheby's International Realty Bossa Nova Sotheby’s International Realty opening event Arnaldo Halpern Luis Fernando Boccato, Boss Nova CFO Cecilia Amorim de Souza and Carlos Mansur 9 Marcello Romero, Boss Nova co-owner Gabriela Haegenbeek (L) and Juliana Pereira Barreto (R) Alexandra Loras and Sylvia Agrícola CALA OPENINGS St. Martin Sotheby’s International Realty ST. MARTIN madison, nj - oct 29, 2014 Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced Pierres Caraibes in St. Martin has joined the Sotheby’s International Realty ® brand and now will do business as St. Martin Sotheby’s International Realty. The firm, which is owned by Lesley Reed, is located at Plaza Caraibes Bat A BP Belize Sotheby’s International Realty International Realty brand’s exceptional to the second largest barrier reef in the global reach,” she said. “Our mission is to world, ancient Mayan Ruins, water falls, provide a customer experience dictated caves and the well-known Great Blue Hole. by our professionalism and commitment We are proud to be able to offer our ser- to quality. It is company standard to keep vices in this beautiful and unique market.” our customers’ interest in all decisions and we pride ourselves on the reputation we have built since 1999.” ■ BELIZE market. “We also want to help promote the Road, Cupecoy, and is expected to open in November. ternational Realty Affiliates LLC today an- “St. Martin is a unique territory, with two countries, three currencies, three official languages and a multitude of cultures that nounced its luxury real estate services are now available in Belize with the opening of Belize Sotheby’s International spread over the 34 square miles of the is- Realty, owned and operated by McCann land,” said Philip White, president and chief & Fisher Ltd. executive officer, Sotheby’s International The firm, which is managed by Shane Realty Affiliates LLC. “This Caribbean gem is and Brittany McCann, serves the luxury outlined by sandy beaches, hillside valleys residential real estate market throughout and a steady tropical climate. We are proud Belize and is located at Barrier Reef Drive to welcome Lesley Reed and her team to in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. our network, combining the rich history of Realty® brand will help achieve their goal of raising the bar in Belize’s real estate madison, nj and ambergris caye, belize - june 5, 2014 Sotheby’s In- 144 Rue Kennedy, Marigot and 48 Rhine According to Brittany McCann the affiliation with the Sotheby’s International “Ambergris Caye is considered one of our brand with their experience of more the most desirable islands in the world,” than 26 years in the local luxury market.” said Daniela Frewa, marketing director According to Reed, she looks forward Caribbean, Latin America & Bermuda, to the worldwide reach the Sotheby’s Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates International Realty brand offers. “We are LLC. “The lifestyle offered there is coveted thrilled to become part of the Sotheby’s by people everywhere. Belize is home 10 economic growth of our country, and we believe the Sotheby’s International Realty brand will help change the dynamics of the real estate market in Belize,” she said. “Our company has raised the standards of service and ethics here in the property and rental management field, and this has set us apart from other real estate groups in the country. It is our mission to be the best in the industry and build a team of knowledgeable professionals, and we will continue this as we grow with the brand.” ■ CALA NEWS PENNY MACINTRYRE: NEW REGO SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY PARTNER Rego Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce Penny When real estate is your passion and you get the opportunity to Pascual MacIntyre has become a partner pany in Bermuda where success and potential exist every day, in the firm. Ms. MacIntyre has been with you say yes.” partner with the most formidable international real estate com- the firm for 7 years, initially as manager of Mr. Rego concluded, “I congratulate her in this new capacity commercial agency transactions, and after and look forward to her collaboration in further developing our 3 years became executive vice president. company both here in Bermuda and abroad.” “Penny’s contribution to the real estate world in Bermuda is The partners have been exclusive agents and consultants for renowned while positioning Rego Sotheby’s International Realty 80% of the island’s notable hotel / tourism properties including as a leading provider of real estate services," said Buddy Rego, South Beaches Resort (formerly Sonesta), Coral Beach Club and the firm's owner. Horizons and Tucker’s Point. Rego Ltd. (as it was known) was Since becoming EVP, Penny has contributed significantly established in 1949 by Benjamin Rego Sr. Since 1983 when his to the quality of the residential agency product offered by the son Benjamin ‘Buddy’ Rego took over, the company has grown Company and the services provided by our agents. I have appre- into Bermuda’s premier luxury real estate company. ciated Penny’s assistance in the management of Operations and In 2005, the company received the honour of being invited into Human Resources thereby allowing Rego Sotheby’s International the Sotheby’s International Realty worldwide network. With 60 Realty to accelerate its mission in becoming the pre-eminent percent of the Island’s luxury market for sale under their roof, provider of real estate services in Bermuda.” Rego Sotheby’s International Realty is now the leading marketing Going forward Ms. MacIntyre and Mr. Rego will share equal choice for Bermuda’s luxury homeowners. responsibility for all matters relating to the Company. Today the company continues to grow and evolve to meet Ms. MacIntyre acknowledged, “I have been fortunate to have the needs of their clientele. A full staff of 25 professionals offer bosses through my career who have been instrumental in my knowledge in residential sales and rentals, valuation services, professional direction. None more influential than Buddy, which property management, consultancy and advisory services and commercial sales and leasing. ■ for me makes this partnership logical, inspiring and an honor, CALA EVENT: MAY 8 TH AT THE WYNDHAM GRAND JUPITER AT HARBOURSIDE PLACE 11 Canada NEWS SACHA BROSSEAU, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS FOR SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CANADA, QUÉBEC Sacha’s growth within the company has been immeasurable; he Sotheby’s International Realty network of approximately 700 recently participated along with Premier Sotheby’s International locations in more than 60 countries and territories worldwide. in Florida to host a luxury real estate conference. ■ Premier Sotheby’s International Realty offers exclusive Sotheby’s International Realty marketing, advertising and referral PREMIER POWER SUMMIT SPONSOR services designed to attract well-qualified buyers to the firm’s property listings. In addition, the firm and its clients benefit from naples, fl. - jan 20, 2015 Premier Sotheby’s Inter- an association with the Sotheby’s auction house, which promotes national Realty recently hosted the 2015 PSIR Power Summit real estate referral opportunities with auction house clientele. event, which attracted more than 500 attendees from the com- As a Sotheby’s International Realty affiliate, the firm also has the pany’s 24-location network along Florida’s Gulf Coast and in the unique ability to refer its real estate clientele to the auction house Carolinas. for jewelry, art, unique furniture and collectible appraisal services. This dynamic event was held January 7 at Charlotte Harbor Event Property listings from Premier Sotheby’s International Realty also and Conference Center in Punta Gorda and provided a unique are marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website, as well as opportunity for all sales associates, managers and employees who on the firm’s local website, www.premiersothebysrealty.com. are members of the Premier Sotheby’s International Realty network “Our annual Power Summit Event truly showcases the power of to connect, exchange ideas and forge relationships designed to our worldwide network,” Green added. “It allows us to share ex- help build their businesses and drive new leads to their listings. pertise, ideas and best practices with our fellow industry profes- “The Power Summit Event provides a unique value to our firm sionals, and also provides opportunities to learn more about the and associates,” said Judy Green, president and chief executive current state of the worldwide real estate markets and how we officer, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. “In addition will best capitalize on the many opportunities that exist today.” to the many networking opportunities, attendees heard from With more than 800 associates and employees in 24 locations industry experts and global luxury real estate professionals on a along Florida’s Gulf Coast and in the Carolinas, the firm is variety of topics pertinent to today’s worldwide markets.” ranked No. 37 among the 500 largest brokers in the U.S., During the event, officials shared news that the independently according to the annual Real Trends survey of the top U.S. owned brokerage firm achieved 2014 sales volume of more than residential sellers. For locations and additional information, visit $3.4 billion, which makes it the top producing affiliate within the www.premiersothebysrealty.com. ■ 12 Global Referrals ASIA Total Outgoing Referrals: 38 • Total Outgoing Closings: 3 • Total Incoming Referrals: 73 • Total Incoming Closings: 1 Japan Sotheby's International Realty Japan Sotheby's International Realty New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty – $850,000 NZD Hong Kong Sotheby's International Realty – Rental Referral AN EXTRAORDINARY FARM & RANCH PROPERTY FROM NEW ZEALAND SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY EUROPE Total Outgoing Referrals: 185 CALA Total Outgoing Referrals: 38 • Total Outgoing Closings: 0 • Total Incoming Referrals: 315 • Total Incoming Closings: 0 • Total Outgoing Closings: 3 • Total Incoming Referrals: 227 • Total Incoming Closings: 3 Bahamas Sotheby's International Realty Bermuda Sotheby's International Realty Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty – $2,062,000 Seller ONE Sotheby's International Realty – $445,000Buyer Turks & Caicos Sotheby's International Realty Cayman Sotheby's International Realty Cayman Sotheby's International Realty Sotheby's International Realty East Side Manhattan Brokerage – $555,000 Buyer Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty – $1,385,000 Buyer Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty – $610,000 Seller Turks & Caicos Sotheby's International Realty Scenic Sotheby's International Realty – $595,000 Buyer AN ARTFUL HOME FROM DANIEL GALE SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 13 SOTHEBY’S AUCTION HOUSE we are pleased to announce that registration for our 2015 Auction Events is now open. The early registration deadline to attend the Hong Kong and New York events is May 15. The early registration fee per company for each 2015 event is $7,000 (covering two attendees) and $500 per additional attendee from a registered company. The brochure with complete information and links to register is attached. As a reminder, there are three events scheduled for this year: Russian Art London 29 May - 2 June (dates are tentative) Autumn Sales Hong Kong early October (typically the first weekend in October; specific date will be announced when available) Latin American Art New York mid-late November (specific date TBA) Sotheby’s International Realty affiliates are the exclusive real estate representatives at these events. We strongly encourage you to attend one, as they each provide a unique forum for networking among your fellow affiliates, Auction House executives and their high-net worth clients. 14 BRAND PROTECTION NEW LOGO PROPERTY SIGNS as of april 1, 2015 all local items and online branded ele- the success of our network is due in part to the efforts ments must use our new brand logo.* of Sotheby’s International Realty ® affiliates to be outstanding The date to formally switch over to the new Sotheby’s stewards of the brand and to present properly the Sotheby’s International Realty marks. International Realty logo has nearly arrived! To ensure consistency, signage must be ordered from a It has been 18 months since we provided you with a new Sotheby’s International Realty ® approved vendor. set of logo lock ups following the Sotheby’s logo change where we believed it extremely important that we be For additional details regarding our aligned with their Brand. It was our goal to provide you enough signage policy, please refer to Sec 4-Pg.28 time to transition so that your firm would incur the least amount Signage Identity Guidelines of inconvenience. For your convenience, we have provided a checklist to use when confirming that your new logo lock up is being implemented in of the Identity Standards Manual. *Only approved standard riders provided by a brand approved vendor are acceptable for use. all mediums. Click Here to download the checklist to provide to your staff and sales associates. Please make sure that all printed and digital versions of your new logo have officially been implemented throughout your firm. Both the Identity Standards Manual and Style Guide have SOLD been updated to reflect the new logo. To download the most current copy of each, please visit the Quality Control page on the Members’ website. *You will be permitted to use your current building sign(s) until it needs to be replaced in the ordinary course of business. Smythe & Jones Jonathan Smythe 000.000.0000 Standard yard sign panel layout with top and bottom sign rider. Sotheby’s International Realty® 175 Park Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 15 sir.com