The Massimo Group Celebrates 2023 Company Award Winners for Outstanding Contributions
Jan 3, 2024
The Massimo Group celebrates its 2023 company award winners, recognizing Doug Mareska, Connor Kadel, Brad Ahrens, and Paul Retiz for their exceptional contributions to the company and the commercial real estate industry.
Cary, North Carolina, United States - January 3, 2024 —
The Massimo Group, a leader in commercial real estate coaching and consulting, proudly announces its 2023 company award winners. These awards recognize team members for their significant impact on the company and the broader commercial real estate industry.
Coach of the Year: Mr. Doug Mareska
Doug Mareska, receiving the Coach of the Year award in honor of Doug Molyneaux, the longest-tenured coach, advanced client business significantly over six years.
As a former Massimo coaching client and current Managing Director at Avison Young, Mareska excels at guiding clients to build thriving businesses and fulfilling lives.
Partner of the Year: Mr. Connor Kadel
Connor Kadel, named Partner of the Year in memory of the late Ralph Spencer, CCIM, plays a pivotal role in launching new ventures and bolstering current initiatives.
As the newly appointed Director of Innovation, Kadel leads the integration of artificial intelligence, collaborating closely with the founder to launch a groundbreaking industry platform in January 2024.
Contributor of the Year: Mr. Brad Ahrens
Brad Ahrens, receiving the Massimo Contributor of the Year award in memory of Jim Santomassimo, profoundly influences the company and its founder. Featured in Rod Santomassimo's debut book, "Brokers Who Dominate," Ahrens transitioned from an original client to a coaching role.
Currently leading Concord Development, he co-created the CRE Investor Coach program with Rod, guiding brokers in wealth accumulation beyond commissions.
10-Year Appreciation Award
Paul Retiz, one of the most tenured certified Massimo coaches, receives recognition for his incredible contributions over the past ten years. Retiz plays a crucial role in the development of several Massimo Methods modules and enhancing the company's coaching and consulting offerings.
Rod Santomassimo, founder and president of The Massimo Group, shares his pride and gratitude: "These awards showcase the dedication, innovation, and leadership that propel our company. Each recipient significantly impacts our organization and the entire commercial real estate industry."
The Massimo Group invites everyone to join in celebrating the remarkable achievements of these individuals, whose contributions have been vital to the company's success and the advancement of the commercial real estate sector.
For more information about The Massimo Group and its award-winning team, visit The Massimo Group website.
About Us: Rod Santomassimo founded The Massimo Group, a community of CRE experts dedicated to the growth of dedicated commercial real estate agents. With over 30 Certified Massimo CRE Coaches, all of whom are active commercial real estate brokers, the group brings centuries of combined brokerage experience. Leveraging the Massimo Methods (TM) their coaching clients consistently outearn their CRE peers by 7X. In the past year alone, Massimo Coaching Clients closed $2.6 billion in transaction value. This achievement is a testament to the group’s commitment to excellence and the effectiveness of their coaching methods. Rod’s journey, from facing early life challenges to becoming a thought leader in the CRE industry, is a testament to the transformative power of dedicated coaching. Since starting The Massimo Group during the Great Recession, Rod and his team have since helped over 4,100 commercial real estate brokers and owners, providing them with systems and processes to achieve their desired business and life goals. The Massimo Group continues to offer resources, including free downloads, assessments, webinars, and masterclasses, to aid commercial real estate professionals in achieving unparalleled success.
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Name: Rod Santomassimo
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Organization: The Massimo Group (TM) Commercial Real Estate Consulting & Coaching
Address: Cary, North Carolina, United States
Phone: 1-800-517-5542
Website: https://massimo-group.com/
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