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Windermere New Owner Orientation. March 14, 2007. Windermere Services. Bill Feldman Executive VP Affiliate Development bfeldman@windermere.com 206/605-5942 Chip Painter VP Affiliate Development cpainter@windermere.com 206/527-3801. Windermere Services.
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Windermere New OwnerOrientation March 14, 2007
Windermere Services Bill FeldmanExecutive VP Affiliate Developmentbfeldman@windermere.com206/605-5942Chip PainterVP Affiliate Developmentcpainter@windermere.com206/527-3801
Windermere Services Geoff Wood, CEOJan Edmondson, CMOJohn Jones, CIO Dave Odom, CFO Bill Feldman, Executive VP Affiliate DevelopmentMichael Fanning, Chip Painter, Lans Teal, VP Business DevelopmentLynn Pedersen, Anna James, VP Marketing Michael Rahmn, Don Moen VP Technology
Windermere Services Affiliate Services ContactsArizona Chip Paintercpainter@windermere.comNorthern CaliforniaGretchen PearsonGretchen@windermere.comSouthern California Bob Bennion, Bob Devillebdeville@windermere.combbennion@windermere.comNevada Dennis & Robin Yatesdyates@windermere.comryates@windermere.comOregon John Eskewjeskew@windermere.comInland Northwest* Scott Wetzelswetzel@windermere.com*MT, WY, ID, UT, WA EWestern Washington Jill Wood, Pat Grimm jwood@windermere.compatgrimm@windermere.com
Windermere Services Supports offices to include Marketing, Technology and Education Benefits, assistance with local PR issues, business planning, researching and working company wide with key vendors Why reinvent the wheel? Further help to enhance the experience to our agents for their clients
Today’s Overview Introductions The History of Windermere The power of Windermere Cornerstones of Windermere
The First Office In 1972, John Jacobi opened the first Windermere office with only eight agents. His goal was to raise the bar in the real estate community and set new standards of professionalism.
In 1975, John opened his first satellite office in another Seattle neighborhood. He carefully considered the steps needed to expand the Windermere brand while ensuring that the environment and sense of professionalism was a standard among all offices. In 1977, John established the first affiliate office on Seattle’s Capitol Hill
Windermere has continued to expand to over 147 offices within Western Washington.
Today the Windermere network spans ten states with over 335 offices, 8,500 agents and eightservices offices.
What is Windermere? • Windermere is about great people • Providing great tools for the agent • Allowing the agent to be an entrepreneur • Helping to create a terrific experience
Furthermore… • Windermere is a professional services organization. • High level of professionalism and integrity • Gives consumers what they want • Provides agents with the education to help their clients make the best decision
“The Windermere Way”The Cornerstones of Windermere • Network: “Power of One” • Business Practices: Integrity & Professionalism • Standards of Practice: Ethics & Respect • Community: Foundation, Community Service Day, Windermere Cup and other Community Events. • Tools & Resources: Technology & Marketing Tools • Full Service: Integration & Support
Standards of Practice The Windermere Standards of Practice embody the company’s commitment to the highest standards of service. They provide a basis upon which a free and entrepreneurial spirit can be challenged yet still operate within ethical behavior.
Community Foundation Founded in 1989 Agent participation Funds raised by your office go to your community Less than 2% used for Administration In 2006, raised 2.1 million dollars for homeless and at-risk families Partnered with YMCA in 2006 to form Windermere Kids at the Y after school enrichment program Fundraising/matching funds
Community Community Service Day A day to give back to the community Third Friday of June/ Desert communities project in October Makes an impact throughout the West Way to communicate Windermere’s dedication to community
Tools & Resources Windermere Technology Exclusive cutting edge technology available for agents and clients! Powerful user friendly public website 37 different MLS’s are swept daily every 30 minutes. 220,000+ listings throughout the Western US Agent-centric intranet site = WORC - Custom Photo Gallery Program - Contact Management System - Premier agent websites
Tools & Resources Windermere Marketing provides many professional marketing options for your agent • Professional & Consistent Branding • Customized Personal Marketing • Visibility Plus Program • Custom Xpress postcards
Full Service Full Service is the trademark of professionalism and a cornerstone of Windermere Real Estate
Moving Ahead Elite group of owners, managers and agents Highly respected in the industry for professionalism, generosity and passion for the business. With that comes responsibility. We strive to support you as our greatest asset.
The Windermere Mantra Hire the best people Provide them the best tools Create a professional approach
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