THE MONTHLY
JUNE 2016
FINE HOMES & ESTATES AGENTS CENTURY 21
Congratulations to newly designated Century 21 Everest Realty Group Fine FINE HOMES
ESTATES
Homes and Estates sales agents. These agents have demonstrated expertise &
in working with clients in the luxury home market of properties priced at
$650,000 and above. To find out more about how you can receive this special
designation contact [email protected].
IN THIS ISSUE:
^ In the News
^ Steve Forrey
^ Agent Spotlights
^ Awards
^ A Word from Compliance
^ Social Media Checklist
^ Accelerate Your Production
(L to R) Justin Turcsanski, Belladonna Riso, Cheril Humphries, David Bemis,
Jessica Terry, Brian and RuthAnne Noel, Marco Diaz, Jenny Dodge, Nikki Nunez, ^ Work Anniversaries
Erin Mehler, Mark Apuna, Cody Emery, Chantel Flanders, Heidi Castain, Daren ^ Birthdays
Castain, Amy Laster-Haynes, Shane Sulz, Leslie Thorup, Justin Udy, Rob Ockey,
Alicia Davis, Evan Child
IN THE NEWS AGENT SPOTLIGHT: ties. As a captain in 2012 he
deployed to Afghanistan as
Everest Community Foundation Chairman Rob CHRIS VERNON Company Commander of the
624th Engineer Company for
Ockey, and Kimberly Curnow, who serves on the 10 months. He is currently the
Board of Directors, appeared on Good Things Utah Engineer Liaison Officer to the
with Ray Bachiller representing the Fisher House. CENTERVILLE OFFICE 19th Special Forces Group at
Learn more about this wonderful organization and Camp Williams Utah.
how you can help by visiting our Facebook page to This May will mark 20 years of service in the
watch the segment. You can donate directly to the Fisher House from C21everest. (L to R) Rob Ockey, Kimberly Utah Army National Guard for Major Chris In addition to his military ca-
com home page. The annual Everest Community Foundation Golf Classic on June Curnow, Ray Bachiller and Nicea Vernon. He enlisted as an 18 year old young reer he owns two businesses
28th at Eaglewood Golf Course will benefit the Fisher House this year. Check it out! DeGering man fresh out of high school and served as a doing administrative support, consulting and accounts-
Combat Engineer in the 1457th Engineer Bat- receivable financing in the long-haul trucking industry. He
talion. In the summer of 2001 he was named also does some work in real estate. He is a husband and
www.facebook.com/c21everestrealtygroup Utah National Guard Soldier of the Year. He achieved the father of four. He and his wife Melanie have been married
rank of sergeant before deciding to become an officer. for 13 years and their children range in ages from 5 to 11.
Military service has been a wonderful blessing in their lives
In January 2003 Chris began the ROTC program at Weber and they are grateful for all the experiences it has provided
State University and has since worked his way up to the for them and their children.
rank of major. Along the way he served in many capaci-
STEVE FORREY, PRESIDENT Russ Sala became a real estate agent in January 2014, and AGENT SPOTLIGHT:
joined the St. George Office. He describes his role with CEN-
TURY 21 Everest Realty Group as Super Agent! Retired from
Steve Forrey, President of CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group, has broad analytical and the Army, Russ has a strong background in sales and was
leadership experience in management consulting, organizational restructuring and previously a sales person for Yellow Page ads for phone RUSS SALA
legislative processes. With a background spanning over three decades, his credentials books. He also spent 22 years serving as a utilities consul-
include executive positions with Oregon tant in the Salt Lake Area. ST. GEORGE OFFICE
Health Sciences University, a regional
medical facility comprised of five Three and a half years ago Russ had open heart surgery.
schools, 2,000 students and 10,000 BOOK CLUB Following his recovery, he became a volunteer at the hos-
employees. While with OHSU, Steve pital assisting patients going into surgery and also talking
had oversight of the building of Do- Join in the insight and conversation with and offering support for patients as they go down the
ernbecher Children’s Hospital. He with book club at each office location! road of recovery.
also led the acquisition team that The book for June is:
secured the Oregon National Primate Research Center, and Russ says that at the YOUNG age of 70, he has experience
had oversight for the development of the McAdam Waterfront and life knowledge that set him apart as a realtor. He is
and the creation of the Portland Street Car and McAdam Tram. filled with strong determination, a powerful mindset and a
In addition, he provided leadership for a multinational orga- tremendous amount of gratitude. Russ if full of energy and
nization that included parts of America, Canada and Eastern knocks 60-80 doors a week in St. George.
Russia. Steve serves as Chairman of the Heritage Grove Fed-
eral Credit Union and holds a Masters of Public Administration. Russ has been married for 48 years and has 4 children and
Steve is also a Veteran of the armed services and a decorated 4 grandchildren.
war hero. He is modest about sharing war experiences, but we
are grateful for his service to our country. Steve and his lovely What does he love most about CENTURY 21 Everest? “I love
wife Maribeth have 4 children and 10 grandchildren. We are the support, the energy, the positive atmosphere and the
fortunate to have someone of Steve’s background, character agents!” Russ says.
and experience guiding our leadership team!
Favorite quote: “I can do all things.”
IN THE NEWS AGENT SPOTLIGHT: ties. As a captain in 2012 he
deployed to Afghanistan as
Everest Community Foundation Chairman Rob CHRIS VERNON Company Commander of the
624th Engineer Company for
Ockey, and Kimberly Curnow, who serves on the 10 months. He is currently the
Board of Directors, appeared on Good Things Utah Engineer Liaison Officer to the
with Ray Bachiller representing the Fisher House. CENTERVILLE OFFICE 19th Special Forces Group at
Learn more about this wonderful organization and Camp Williams Utah.
how you can help by visiting our Facebook page to This May will mark 20 years of service in the
watch the segment. You can donate directly to the Fisher House from C21everest. (L to R) Rob Ockey, Kimberly Utah Army National Guard for Major Chris In addition to his military ca-
com home page. The annual Everest Community Foundation Golf Classic on June Curnow, Ray Bachiller and Nicea Vernon. He enlisted as an 18 year old young reer he owns two businesses
28th at Eaglewood Golf Course will benefit the Fisher House this year. Check it out! DeGering man fresh out of high school and served as a doing administrative support, consulting and accounts-
Combat Engineer in the 1457th Engineer Bat- receivable financing in the long-haul trucking industry. He
talion. In the summer of 2001 he was named also does some work in real estate. He is a husband and
www.facebook.com/c21everestrealtygroup Utah National Guard Soldier of the Year. He achieved the father of four. He and his wife Melanie have been married
rank of sergeant before deciding to become an officer. for 13 years and their children range in ages from 5 to 11.
Military service has been a wonderful blessing in their lives
In January 2003 Chris began the ROTC program at Weber and they are grateful for all the experiences it has provided
State University and has since worked his way up to the for them and their children.
rank of major. Along the way he served in many capaci-
STEVE FORREY, PRESIDENT Russ Sala became a real estate agent in January 2014, and AGENT SPOTLIGHT:
joined the St. George Office. He describes his role with CEN-
TURY 21 Everest Realty Group as Super Agent! Retired from
Steve Forrey, President of CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group, has broad analytical and the Army, Russ has a strong background in sales and was
leadership experience in management consulting, organizational restructuring and previously a sales person for Yellow Page ads for phone RUSS SALA
legislative processes. With a background spanning over three decades, his credentials books. He also spent 22 years serving as a utilities consul-
include executive positions with Oregon tant in the Salt Lake Area. ST. GEORGE OFFICE
Health Sciences University, a regional
medical facility comprised of five Three and a half years ago Russ had open heart surgery.
schools, 2,000 students and 10,000 BOOK CLUB Following his recovery, he became a volunteer at the hos-
employees. While with OHSU, Steve pital assisting patients going into surgery and also talking
had oversight of the building of Do- Join in the insight and conversation with and offering support for patients as they go down the
ernbecher Children’s Hospital. He with book club at each office location! road of recovery.
also led the acquisition team that The book for June is:
secured the Oregon National Primate Research Center, and Russ says that at the YOUNG age of 70, he has experience
had oversight for the development of the McAdam Waterfront and life knowledge that set him apart as a realtor. He is
and the creation of the Portland Street Car and McAdam Tram. filled with strong determination, a powerful mindset and a
In addition, he provided leadership for a multinational orga- tremendous amount of gratitude. Russ if full of energy and
nization that included parts of America, Canada and Eastern knocks 60-80 doors a week in St. George.
Russia. Steve serves as Chairman of the Heritage Grove Fed-
eral Credit Union and holds a Masters of Public Administration. Russ has been married for 48 years and has 4 children and
Steve is also a Veteran of the armed services and a decorated 4 grandchildren.
war hero. He is modest about sharing war experiences, but we
are grateful for his service to our country. Steve and his lovely What does he love most about CENTURY 21 Everest? “I love
wife Maribeth have 4 children and 10 grandchildren. We are the support, the energy, the positive atmosphere and the
fortunate to have someone of Steve’s background, character agents!” Russ says.
and experience guiding our leadership team!
Favorite quote: “I can do all things.”
MATT BARTON RECEIVES A WORD FROM COMPLIANCE…
SIR EDMUND The UAR has released several new forms.
Below are two (2) of the forms available on
HILLARY AWARD the MLS for your use:
• Buyer & Seller Notice of Withdrawal of Offer
• Counter Offers Forms
Matt Barton, Principal Broker of CENTURY 21 Everest
Realty Group, was awarded the Sir Edmund Hillary
award at the May Summit. This award is for outstand- These forms are very simple. At any time prior to an
ing service as a Broker or Manager. Matt began his offer or counter offer being accepted by the other
real estate career in 2002 as a licensed real estate party (pursuant to Section 23 of the REPC), the Buyer
agent and became a licensed broker in 2008. Matt or the Seller may withdraw the offer. Neither party are MORGAN BROWN RECEIVES
built a successful career prior to coming He launched BRENDA LEE JONES
and built a successful independent brokerage, The required to have a specific reason for withdrawing the JIM ROHN AWARD
Brokerage Real Estate Center, which sold to CENTURY IRONMAN AWARD offer. The only requirement is to simply notify the other
21 Everest Realty Group in June of 2014. party that the offer or counter offer is being withdrawn
Brenda Lee Jones received the Iron Man Award at the before the offer or counter offer has been accepted.
An experienced professional, Matt has dedicated May Summit. This award is given to an agent or bro- These forms do just that. Simply fill out the form, have Morgan Brown received the Jim Rohn award for
years of service to the real estate community. He ker who represents exemplary service to colleagues Employee of the Month at the May Summit. Morgan
served on the Board of Directors of the Utah County and the community, in addition to performance as an your client sign it and send a copy to the other agent. began her career with CENTURY 21 Everest Realty
Association of Realtors from 2005-2008 and became outstanding real estate professional. Brenda Lee cur- Once this happens, the Buyer or the Seller’s offer or Group 8 months ago and currently serves dual roles
its President in 2009. He is the current Chair of the rently serves on the Board of Directors for the Ever- counter offer can no longer be accepted. with the company as the Under Contract Coordinator
Board of Directors for Utahrealestate.com, the MLS est Community Foundation and has been actively for Union Park and also the Orem Office Administrator.
that serves 94% of Utah. In addition, he currently sits involved in charitable causes throughout her life in- She recently received her Associate of Science Degree
on the Professional Standards Committee, the Forms in Behavioral Science with a Psychology Focus from
Committee and serves as an RPAC Trustee. cluding the Salvation Army, Adoption Exchange and UVU. Morgan enjoys working as a team and getting
United Way. She became a licensed agent in 1983 and things accomplished at C21 Everest. Morgan enjoys
In his free time Matt enjoys participating in Triathlons a licensed broker in December 2014. reading, yoga, working out and hiking. A favorite song
and mountain biking. He and his wife Nancy have five on Morgan’s playlist is: “Gotta Get There” by Brett
children. Brenda began her career with Everest on January 26, PEAK AGENT TRAINING Eldredge.
2011. She loves working with the company because
she is not just a number but feels that leadership re- Congratulations to Marco Munguia and Josh Madsen for
ally cares about her and her personal growth. “The successfully completing the PEAK Agent Training course.
leadership, guidance and direction from the brokers
at CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group is incredible,”
Brenda says. They remind me to be more curious
about life and less judgmental.”
Brenda likes to spend time at her cabin in Midway, rid-
ing ATVs, and exploring the outdoors. She also enjoys
spending time with friends and family at cabin and on
the water. Brenda has two sons and three grandchil-
dren.
MATT BARTON RECEIVES A WORD FROM COMPLIANCE…
SIR EDMUND The UAR has released several new forms.
Below are two (2) of the forms available on
HILLARY AWARD the MLS for your use:
• Buyer & Seller Notice of Withdrawal of Offer
• Counter Offers Forms
Matt Barton, Principal Broker of CENTURY 21 Everest
Realty Group, was awarded the Sir Edmund Hillary
award at the May Summit. This award is for outstand- These forms are very simple. At any time prior to an
ing service as a Broker or Manager. Matt began his offer or counter offer being accepted by the other
real estate career in 2002 as a licensed real estate party (pursuant to Section 23 of the REPC), the Buyer
agent and became a licensed broker in 2008. Matt or the Seller may withdraw the offer. Neither party are MORGAN BROWN RECEIVES
built a successful career prior to coming He launched BRENDA LEE JONES
and built a successful independent brokerage, The required to have a specific reason for withdrawing the JIM ROHN AWARD
Brokerage Real Estate Center, which sold to CENTURY IRONMAN AWARD offer. The only requirement is to simply notify the other
21 Everest Realty Group in June of 2014. party that the offer or counter offer is being withdrawn
Brenda Lee Jones received the Iron Man Award at the before the offer or counter offer has been accepted.
An experienced professional, Matt has dedicated May Summit. This award is given to an agent or bro- These forms do just that. Simply fill out the form, have Morgan Brown received the Jim Rohn award for
years of service to the real estate community. He ker who represents exemplary service to colleagues Employee of the Month at the May Summit. Morgan
served on the Board of Directors of the Utah County and the community, in addition to performance as an your client sign it and send a copy to the other agent. began her career with CENTURY 21 Everest Realty
Association of Realtors from 2005-2008 and became outstanding real estate professional. Brenda Lee cur- Once this happens, the Buyer or the Seller’s offer or Group 8 months ago and currently serves dual roles
its President in 2009. He is the current Chair of the rently serves on the Board of Directors for the Ever- counter offer can no longer be accepted. with the company as the Under Contract Coordinator
Board of Directors for Utahrealestate.com, the MLS est Community Foundation and has been actively for Union Park and also the Orem Office Administrator.
that serves 94% of Utah. In addition, he currently sits involved in charitable causes throughout her life in- She recently received her Associate of Science Degree
on the Professional Standards Committee, the Forms in Behavioral Science with a Psychology Focus from
Committee and serves as an RPAC Trustee. cluding the Salvation Army, Adoption Exchange and UVU. Morgan enjoys working as a team and getting
United Way. She became a licensed agent in 1983 and things accomplished at C21 Everest. Morgan enjoys
In his free time Matt enjoys participating in Triathlons a licensed broker in December 2014. reading, yoga, working out and hiking. A favorite song
and mountain biking. He and his wife Nancy have five on Morgan’s playlist is: “Gotta Get There” by Brett
children. Brenda began her career with Everest on January 26, PEAK AGENT TRAINING Eldredge.
2011. She loves working with the company because
she is not just a number but feels that leadership re- Congratulations to Marco Munguia and Josh Madsen for
ally cares about her and her personal growth. “The successfully completing the PEAK Agent Training course.
leadership, guidance and direction from the brokers
at CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group is incredible,”
Brenda says. They remind me to be more curious
about life and less judgmental.”
Brenda likes to spend time at her cabin in Midway, rid-
ing ATVs, and exploring the outdoors. She also enjoys
spending time with friends and family at cabin and on
the water. Brenda has two sons and three grandchil-
dren.
Social Media Checklist
SOCIAL MEDIA CHECKLIST WORK ANNIVERSARIES AGENT SPOTLIGHT: cates of Achievement for her pro-
Degree from SLCC, Jessica holds a BS
Like and Follow Us Congratulations to the following Sales duction. In addition to her Paralegal
Agents and Employees celebrating in Business Administration and Man-
Facebook.com/C21EverestRealtyGroup JESSICA TERRY agement from University of Phoenix.
Twitter.com/C21ERG anniversaries this month with Century
Instagram.com/C21EverestRealty 21 Everest Realty Group. Jessica is driven, sets daily and week-
UNION PARK OFFICE ly goals and is a skilled negotiator.
Friend Your New Social Media She takes a proactive approach to
NAME YEARS Jessica Terry became a licensed real estate real estate and to life and leads her team in the same way.
Manager
George Morris 7 agent in 2005 and started her career with Jessica enjoys an active and healthy lifestyle with outdoor
Facebook.com/KelLynnCraig CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group in 2009. hobbies such as mountain biking, skiing and snowboard-
John Ciet 7
Prior to her work in real estate, she was a ing, camping, boating and spending time with her husband
Add Century 21 Everest to Robert Ockey 7 paralegal for 8 years specializing in real es- and daughter and their friends.The thing she loves most
Daniel Butz 4 tate law. about working at CENTURY 21 Everest? “The leadership and
Personal Facebook Chad Wagstaff 3 the atmosphere are like no other place.” Jessica says. “Pos-
Jessica supports several local organizations itivity and living and working with integrity are my goals
Step 1: Go to your personal Facebook page Annelyn Sanchez 3 and takes active interest in the well being of our commu- and CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group pushes me to live
Step 2: Click About (in tool bar under cover photo) Andrea Gardner 3 nity and its children. She recently became involved with the life I strive for.”
Step 3: Click Work and Education (on left toolbar) Uttarakhand Mandal of America (UMA). This non-profit,
Step 4: Click Add Workplace Alex Gardner 3
Step 5: Type Century 21 Everest Realty Group and click our Amy Laster-Haynes 2 volunteer organization has a mission to nurture a strong Favorite quote: “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your
logo network of people living in the USA in support of the rich balance, you must keep moving.” Albert Einstein
Step 6: Add position Shane Sulz 2 and diverse heritage of Uttarakhand, India, and to develop
Step 7: Click save and implement meaningful programs in Uttarakhand state Favorite song from playlist: “Me and Bobby McGee” Janis Joplin
Shauna Russell 2
based on the consensus and contributions of its members.
Justin Burrup 2 You can find more about Jessica and connect with her here:
Amber Ciet 2 Jessica was a CENTURY 21 2015 Centurion Award Producer www.facebook.com/JessicaTerryRealtor
Jason West 2 and also received the 2015 Quality Service Award. In 2014 www.linkedin.com/in/JessicaTerryRealtor
she received the CENTURY 21 Emerald Award. Additional
Amber Milton 1 Twitter: @JessicaTRealty #TerryTeam
awards include Masters, Diamond and President Certifi-
Alyson Brown 1
John Nunley 1
Tyler Rowser 1 JUNE BIRTHDAYS
Russell Orchard 1
Carol Eaquinto 1 1 2 3 4 Ledah Andrew
Brianna La’ulu Rebecca Boud Rich Castleberry Mike Cottle
Clinton Robertson 1 Mark Meidell Jason Snell Alexandria Andersen
Jennifer Salazar Paul Averett Ashlie Pons
Brent Checketts 1
Neil Morrison 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Dayana Gulla Rita Weddle Debi Thompson Kimberly Sanderson
Michele Loertscher 1 Austin Johnson
Michael Adams 1
Dan Ketcham 1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Joanne Anderson Angel Petrossian Rebecca Seat Ruby Reece
Brittney Andra
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Alma Merrill Bryan McKinnon Sandra Perkins Elario Serrano Thomas Udy
Andrew Schoenfeld Martha Andreason Heidi Castain
Marco Munguia Tyler Howard
26 27 28 29 30
Samantha Pexton Leah Marks Belladonna Riso Andrew Cuppett
Morelza Boratzuk
If you have photos, suggestions, news or information you’d like to submit for
consideration in this newsletter, please contact [email protected]
Social Media Checklist
SOCIAL MEDIA CHECKLIST WORK ANNIVERSARIES AGENT SPOTLIGHT: cates of Achievement for her pro-
Degree from SLCC, Jessica holds a BS
Like and Follow Us Congratulations to the following Sales duction. In addition to her Paralegal
Agents and Employees celebrating in Business Administration and Man-
Facebook.com/C21EverestRealtyGroup JESSICA TERRY agement from University of Phoenix.
Twitter.com/C21ERG anniversaries this month with Century
Instagram.com/C21EverestRealty 21 Everest Realty Group. Jessica is driven, sets daily and week-
UNION PARK OFFICE ly goals and is a skilled negotiator.
Friend Your New Social Media She takes a proactive approach to
NAME YEARS Jessica Terry became a licensed real estate real estate and to life and leads her team in the same way.
Manager
George Morris 7 agent in 2005 and started her career with Jessica enjoys an active and healthy lifestyle with outdoor
Facebook.com/KelLynnCraig CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group in 2009. hobbies such as mountain biking, skiing and snowboard-
John Ciet 7
Prior to her work in real estate, she was a ing, camping, boating and spending time with her husband
Add Century 21 Everest to Robert Ockey 7 paralegal for 8 years specializing in real es- and daughter and their friends.The thing she loves most
Daniel Butz 4 tate law. about working at CENTURY 21 Everest? “The leadership and
Personal Facebook Chad Wagstaff 3 the atmosphere are like no other place.” Jessica says. “Pos-
Jessica supports several local organizations itivity and living and working with integrity are my goals
Step 1: Go to your personal Facebook page Annelyn Sanchez 3 and takes active interest in the well being of our commu- and CENTURY 21 Everest Realty Group pushes me to live
Step 2: Click About (in tool bar under cover photo) Andrea Gardner 3 nity and its children. She recently became involved with the life I strive for.”
Step 3: Click Work and Education (on left toolbar) Uttarakhand Mandal of America (UMA). This non-profit,
Step 4: Click Add Workplace Alex Gardner 3
Step 5: Type Century 21 Everest Realty Group and click our Amy Laster-Haynes 2 volunteer organization has a mission to nurture a strong Favorite quote: “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your
logo network of people living in the USA in support of the rich balance, you must keep moving.” Albert Einstein
Step 6: Add position Shane Sulz 2 and diverse heritage of Uttarakhand, India, and to develop
Step 7: Click save and implement meaningful programs in Uttarakhand state Favorite song from playlist: “Me and Bobby McGee” Janis Joplin
Shauna Russell 2
based on the consensus and contributions of its members.
Justin Burrup 2 You can find more about Jessica and connect with her here:
Amber Ciet 2 Jessica was a CENTURY 21 2015 Centurion Award Producer www.facebook.com/JessicaTerryRealtor
Jason West 2 and also received the 2015 Quality Service Award. In 2014 www.linkedin.com/in/JessicaTerryRealtor
she received the CENTURY 21 Emerald Award. Additional
Amber Milton 1 Twitter: @JessicaTRealty #TerryTeam
awards include Masters, Diamond and President Certifi-
Alyson Brown 1
John Nunley 1
Tyler Rowser 1 JUNE BIRTHDAYS
Russell Orchard 1
Carol Eaquinto 1 1 2 3 4 Ledah Andrew
Brianna La’ulu Rebecca Boud Rich Castleberry Mike Cottle
Clinton Robertson 1 Mark Meidell Jason Snell Alexandria Andersen
Jennifer Salazar Paul Averett Ashlie Pons
Brent Checketts 1
Neil Morrison 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Dayana Gulla Rita Weddle Debi Thompson Kimberly Sanderson
Michele Loertscher 1 Austin Johnson
Michael Adams 1
Dan Ketcham 1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Joanne Anderson Angel Petrossian Rebecca Seat Ruby Reece
Brittney Andra
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Alma Merrill Bryan McKinnon Sandra Perkins Elario Serrano Thomas Udy
Andrew Schoenfeld Martha Andreason Heidi Castain
Marco Munguia Tyler Howard
26 27 28 29 30
Samantha Pexton Leah Marks Belladonna Riso Andrew Cuppett
Morelza Boratzuk
If you have photos, suggestions, news or information you’d like to submit for
consideration in this newsletter, please contact [email protected]