The Touchstone Showcase

The Touchstone Showcase

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The Touchstone Showcase episodes

  • George Sarkis

    Episode 19 featuring George Sarkis comes to you from The Parker in Boston. George is the Partner & CEO of @thesarkisteam, the #1 producing group at @douglaselliman Boston and a dominant force in Boston's real estate community. We cover everything from humble beginnings, to working alongside his brother @mannysarkis and what his favorite holiday is... easy answer, Celtics playoffs. George gives us an inside look into where the Sarkis team is heading, how much of a factor social media is in this business, and how he makes sure every client gets the attention, devotion and top service they deserve. His commitment to excellence, unrivalled work ethic, integrity, out-of-the-box ideas, and key relationships โ€“ have been fun to watch - and helped him become one of the area's top residential brokers. Subscribe/Listen in!

    Episode also available on our YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMh3dWGKZNY #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #thesarkisteam #sellitlikesarkis #douglaselliman #ellimanboston #bostonrealestate #realestate #closewithtouchstone

    43 min
  • Elizabeth Bain
    Season 3: Episode 18 featuring Elizabeth Bain of Commonwealth Standard Realty. Elizabeth brings a unique perspective to the #realestate business having worked at Urban Edge Boston previously. Her level of care and experience with crisis management helps her daily when working with clients on one of the biggest financial decisions they will make. Elizabeth isn't tied to one community in fact her coverage zone is wide ranging across MA and she loves that. Always a unique spot to find the perfect latte. Video series on the horizon? This new mom, dog mom and travel enthusiast brings responsiveness and an honest approach to every single relationship. To hear more about Elizabeth's path to success... and also her guilty pleasure (!) Subscribe/Listen in! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #Boston #realtor #bostonrealestate #suburbs #closewithtouchstone
    30 min
  • Susan Gormady

    Season 3: Episode 17 featuring Susan Gormady aka @the_reading_realtor. Susan has helped hundreds of buyers and sellers in the Reading area for years. She previously worked in luxury sales in #Boston but pivoted to real estate with the plan of being a "hyper local agent." Her success didn't happen overnight but she has seen exponential growth over the last few years. She now leads the Susan Gormady Group and draws inspiration from them and vice versa. Susan's foundation to success lies with her moral compass, her high energy, (+ fun!) and the attention and service she gives to every single client. To hear more about Susan's path to becoming #thereadingrealtor... LINK to Subscribe/Listen in our Profile! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #ReadingMA #northofboston #burbs #closewithtouchstone

    37 min
  • Michael Carucci
    Season 3: Episode 16 featuring Sotheby's No. 1 Agent for Sales Volume in Massachusetts as well as Executive Vice President of @Gibson_SIR, @michaelcarucci. Michael has been in real estate for almost 40 years and done $2 Billion in sales. ๐Ÿ™Œ He has a notable reputation for providing the utmost concierge service to all of his clientele and we dive into that. We also talk about his early days, how "global" Boston has become and what he wishes he could change about the real estate industry. His passion and commitment to his business is obvious and it is relationship not transaction based. ๐Ÿ‘ To hear more on Michael's incredible career and tips for how to sustain in this competitive industry Subscribe/Listen in! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #BostonLuxuryRealEstateAgent #LuxuryRealEstate #MichaelCarucci #closewithtouchstone
    24 min
  • Kirsten Jordan
    Season 3: Episode 15 featuring extra special guest, Kirsten Jordan, who we recently met at the Greater Boston Assoc. of REALTORS Annual Roadshow. It was her first Keynote address and she crushed it. Kirsten (aka "KJ") is a Douglas Elliman Real Estate broker / powerhouse, married mother of three, avid public speaker, and the first female cast member of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York. She talks about her start, creating her own team, the importance of re-centering and having structure to your day, being part of an Emmy nominated TV show and social media. It was an honor and pleasure, and we highly recommend you Subscribe/Listen in! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #momsofrealestate #douglaselliman #MDLNY #closewithtouchstone
    31 min
  • Geri Farrelly

    Season 3: Episode 14 featuring #northofbostonexpert and Broker/Owner of Farrelly Realty Group, Geri Farrelly.

    After more than twenty years in healthcare, Geri shifted her philosophy of treating people with empathy, kindness and good listening to real estate. And it was the best decision for her, her family and her growing team. With over 14 realtors today at Farrelly Realty they cover all of MA and NH including her favorite place... Cape Cod. Geri's team is doing business The Farrelly Way - and that means providing 5 star service every step of the way. This quality over quantity rings true to her clients and partners. Community is at Geri's core and with every transaction at Farrelly Realty Group a % goes back to the community. Subscribe/Listen in! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #northofboston #thereadings #thefarrellyway #closewithtouchstone

    24 min
  • Michael Lombard
    Season 3: Episode 13 featuring the one and only Attorney Partner Michael Lombard. ๐Ÿ™Œ We go back to Mike's early days all the way to present day. He's got a story for every part of it and he doesn't forget a name or how someone helped him achieve his great success. And if you know Mike, there is no question who is at the top of his list to thank and praise throughout his incredible career... his lovely and devoted wife Pat. โœจ We talk real estate, taking risks, dabbling in other areas of law, taking it one client at a time and how you always have to adapt in this business. Listen up! You won't regret it. Subscribe/Listen in!
    1 hr 5 min
  • Julie Sousa

    Season 3: Episode 12 featuring Boston-based TikTok personality and interior designer, Julie Sousa, of @the_avantgarde_. In celebration of #womenshistorymonth we are thrilled to #showcase Julie who rose to fame by featuring her work, styling and collaborations on social media! โœจ Julie's love for design started at an early age coupled with her driven personality has catapulted her success. She went to business school, worked in corporate before taking a leap and starting Avant Garde Home and collaborating with brands like @amazonhome!! Forget Pinterest the name of her company and her inspiration comes to her when she is running ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ, in her own home or reading books. ๐Ÿ“š She's not only in tune with aesthetics but she's creative and analytical in everything she does. We talk design, social media, working with clients virtually and also what celebrities started following @the_avantgarde_?! Subscribe/Listen in!

    27 min
  • The Carlisle Group
    Season 3: Episode 11 featuring Amy Carlisle and Emily Nichols of The Carlisle Group for Compass. In 2021 the #carlisleteam was voted the #1 Real Estate Team in South Boston, completed 184 transactions and $120m in volume! As this podcast went down in Amy's home, it's clear she treats her team as family in every sense of the word. Emily concurs on this point and the two talk about the close dynamic that makes the Carlisle Group work so well. We go back to how they both got their start, what pushes them to succeed and where they see the Carlisle Group going in 2022. Subscribe/Listen in! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #bostonrealestate #carlislerealestate #closewithtouchstone
    48 min
  • Ashley & Ryan Kent
    Season 3: Episode 10 featuring #powercouple Ashley & Ryan Kent. Ashley is a Real Estate Consultant | Partner with Santana Properties Team and Ryan is a Founding Partner of Ironside Insurance Group. Big year for these two, tying the knot and embarking on a real estate venture together. We'll dig into that and how they both got their starts in the #biz. Ashley refers to her line of work as "a lifestyle" and she's crushing it while nurturing each and every relationship. Ryan has followed the mindset of - take calculated risks, make a plan, stick to it and stay focused. And this summer... Ironside celebrates 10 years in business! Record number of shout outs in this episode... Subscribe/Listen in! #touchstoneshowcase #podcast #realestate #bostonrealestate #insurance #closewithtouchstone
    51 min

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Featuring interviews with our friends and favorite people. We share success stories and wild details about the real estate business in the 2020's.