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Visionary Real Estate Advisor joins Tampa Luxury Real Estate Brokerage
Engel & Völkers South Tampa, luxury real estate brokerage welcomes Kirby Drake
TAMPA, FLORIDA - February 19, 2024 - Engel & Völkers South Tampa is thrilled to announce the newest addition to their team of real estate professionals, Kirby Drake, a dedicated and passionate real estate Advisor with a profound commitment to serving the local community.
With over two decades in Tampa, Drake possesses an unparalleled understanding of the area's intricacies, establishing her as a pivotal asset in real estate. Armed with a Hospitality Degree from the University of Central Florida, she refined her customer service and interpersonal communication skills, sparking her journey into property. Post-graduation, Drake’s passion for luxury properties flourished during a transformative London internship, igniting her fascination with global real estate markets.
With a proven track record in sales, Drake is dedicated to delivering unparalleled customer experiences, aligning seamlessly with Engel & Völkers South Tampa's mission to provide exceptional service to the local community. "We are delighted to welcome Kirby Drake to our team.
Her passion for real estate, coupled with her extensive background in customer service, makes her a perfect fit for our commitment to delivering the highest level of service to our clients," said Cherie Pattishall, GRI, CLHMS,CNE,e-Pro who serves as the License Partner and Broker for Engel & Völkers South Tampa. Engel & Völkers South Tampa is confident that Drake’s local expertise, global perspective, and unwavering dedication will contribute significantly to the success of their clients and reinforce the firm's position as a leader in the South Tampa real estate market.
To learn more about Engel & Völkers South Tampa and its team of Advisors, visit www.southtampa.evrealestate.com About Engel & Völkers Engel & Völkers is one of the world’s leading companies specializing in the sale and lease of premium residential and commercial property.
Engel & Völkers currently operates a global network of over 16,600 real estate advisors in nearly 1000 residential brokerages in 33 countries around the world. Each brokerage is independently owned and operated. Learn more by visiting the following sites: www.southtampa.evrealestate.com and www.madeirabeach.evrealestate.com.
In the photo: Kirby Drake, Engel & Völkers South Tampa Real Estate Advisor # # # For further information please contact: ENGEL & VÖLKERS MADEIRA BEACH SAMANTHA LOCKE +1 727-394-7365 SAMANTHA.LOCKE@EVREALESTATE.COM
