CRAIG JONES NAMED DISTINCTIVE WOMAN
Posted by melissam | Naples, Premier Sotheby's International Realty, Premier Sotheby's International Realty Agents, Real Estate, SWFL News, The Lutgert Companies | Posted on November 30th, 2011
Craig Jones, a Broker Associate with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, a luxury real estate firm, has been honored by Distinctive Woman, a magazine that focuses on the dynamic energies of the incredible women who contribute each and every day to the success of their community. Whether an entrepreneur, a not-for-profit organizer, a healthcare professional or a driven executive, these women represent an exclusive network of industry leaders and upper-echelon performers.
In today’s evolving real estate market, home buyers and sellers need a dynamic, dedicated and knowledgeable agent. “You can have everything you want if you help people get what they want,” said Ms. Jones. “My only goal: to deliver the most professional experience imaginable to every client every day. That entails tirelessly studying the market, honing her skills and working closely with her clients. Every transaction is unique. I love the diversity and complexity of each project and I’m fascinated by the people I meet.”
Whether listing a luxury home or assisting an international buyer, Ms. Jones takes a full-service approach. “I relish the left brain/right brain aspect of my business,” she explains. “Good agents are creative in their marketing, appreciative of a home’s aesthetics, tuned into their client’s emotions and adept at analyzing data and managing a thousand details.”
Her tenacious work ethic and integrity are hallmarks of her success. “I follow my family’s mantra: work hard, set high standards, stick to your values and hold on to your sense of humor.”
Ms. Jones, an agent with the firm’s office at 390 Broad Avenue in Old Naples, has been active in the real estate industry for ten years and a Naples resident since 2002. Prior to her career in real estate, Ms. Jones held principal positions in advertising and management consulting firms in both St. Louis, MO and New York, NY. In addition, she previously served as the Associate Dean at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Jones has conducted real estate transactions in excess of $135 million, and is also the recipient of Gulfshore Life Magazine’s Five-Star Agent Award for her commitment to client success.
Ms. Jones’ extensive education includes degrees from Smith College, Washington University and the School of Journalism at Columbia University. Other licenses and accreditations include Certified Residential Specialist (CRS); Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR); Member, Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI); Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS); licensed Community Association Manager (CAM); and membership in NABOR, FAR and NAR.
In Naples, she was a member of Leadership Collier 2005, a graduate of Leadership NABOR 2004, and the NABOR Rising Star Award recipient for 2003-04. She has served on a number of boards and councils including the Naples Historical Society, the Missouri Governor’s Economics Council, the Animal Protective Agency, the St. Louis Regional Child Care Partnership, and the St. Louis Public Schools Transition Subcommittee. Ms. Jones is the first recipient of General Colin Powell’s Neighbor-to-Neighbor Award.
About Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty is a division of The Lutgert Companies founded in 1984 by Chairman Scott F. Lutgert. The firm has offices strategically located from Marco Island, FL to Bonita Springs to Sanibel and Captiva to Clearwater with headquarters in Naples, FL. The Lutgert Companies has operated in Southwest Florida since 1964, when Raymond L. Lutgert started the development of Park Shore, which includes 17 luxury high-rises. The Lutgert Companies is also developing the high-rises at Bonita Bay. In addition, The Lutgert Companies has developed two golf course communities, various shopping centers and office buildings including Estuary at Grey Oaks, Linville Ridge, The Village on Venetian Bay, The Promenade, The Northern Trust Building, and most recently, Mercato, a mixed-use center in North Naples. The Lutgert Companies also owns Lutgert Title, Lutgert Insurance, Premier Commercial, and Signature Sotheby’s International Realty, with three offices in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Venice.
About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc.
Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. In February 2004, Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s, the operator of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system by Realogy’s subsidiary, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby’s auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.