Four Emerald Coast Realtors have been named among the 15 Florida Realtors endorsed as Board Certified Professionals for 2024, recognizing their high level of professionalism and distinction in the field.
The endorsements, announced on Aug. 27, were awarded to:
- Cathy Alley of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices in Niceville.
- Michele Bailey of Compass 30A in Santa Rosa Beach.
- Tula Tucker of Beachy Beach Real Estate on 30A.
- Mary Anne Windes of Real Estate Professionals of Destin.
Florida Realtors President Gia Arvin described the certification as a mark of “high competence and professionalism through ongoing work in sales, volunteerism, advocacy and ethical treatment of the public, consumers and other Realtors.”
The Board Certified Professional program was developed in response to the influx of new licensees entering the profession. It aims to honor those at the peak of their careers while establishing a benchmark for new Realtors to aspire to.
- “Taking the time and effort to increase professionalism is not only the right thing to do, it strengthens the value of being a Realtor and a member of our local, state and national organizations,” Arvin said.
The Emerald Coast Association of Realtors, which covers Okaloosa and Walton Counties, boasts more than 5,400 Realtor members across the Florida Panhandle.
Florida Realtors, serving as the voice for real estate in the state, represents 238,000 members across 51 boards and associations. The organization provides various services, including continuing education, research, and legislative representation.
