Corporate Layoff Leads To New Career Path In Real Estate

Sherwood’s Brad Miles Has Turned The Dream Of Owning His Own Business Into Reality Joining Crye-leike, REALTORS North Little Rock

For as long as he could remember, Brad Miles of Sherwood says he’s always had a desire to own his own business. The tough part – up until just recently – was figuring out what type of business that would be.

“Since I can remember I have desired to own my own business, but never knew what type of business I wanted,” said Brad. “I’ve always had a passion for real estate and as my recently chosen new career it will allow me the flexibility to spend time with my family and 14 month old daughter and fulfill this desire and passion I have for growing a real estate business.”

As a partner of sorts in this new venture is the real estate sales powerhouse of Crye-Leike, REALTORS. Brad says with the experienced Brokers already with the company and being #1 in Arkansas, joining the firm was as he put it – a “no brainer.”

“Crye-leike has all the tools to help me be a successful business owner and that’s what I’m striving for,” said Brad. “I want to run a business with honesty and integrity. With a marketing & management degree and the wealth of knowledge I gained from my previous career, I decided to take the plunge into real estate.”

Like so many in the current global recession, Brad’s corporate career path took an unexpected turn when he was let go after a six-year career with Alltel, which more recently was known as Verizon Wireless.

“I held multiple roles there that included Financial Service’s Representative, Indirect Account Coordinator, Retail Channel Support Analyst and Product Marketing Manager,” said Brad. “Now I have the opportunity to put all I have learned into a business where I can be that person who goes the extra mile for clients to make their dreams come true.”

With a minimal investment and his experience in marketing, Brad sees selling real estate with Crye-Leike as a great fit.

“It was a lengthy process but with God’s help I believe Crye-Leike North Little Rock has all the tools and technology I need to succeed,” said Brad. “I spent many hours and days thinking and praying about this transition. And one day I pray that I will have the opportunity to be a Broker and possibly run one of my own branch office in the future.”

Brad has many fond memories of his time in the corporate world – first with Alltel and then Verizon. In his last role with the company he managed the ringtone and ringback tone products.

“I worked with all the major music labels in the industry and multiple vendors that built applications to make it all possible for consumers to download music to their cell phone,” said Brad. “It was a great job and I made a lot of great friends there. Now with my faith and God’s direction, exciting and new opportunities await me as I help people achieve their own personal hopes and dreams in real estate.

More About Crye-Leike Realtor Brad Miles
Crye-Leike Realtor Brad Miles is a licensed Realtor in Arkansas based out of the company’s North Little Rock branch office located at 3400 John F. Kennedy Blvd. He assists buyers and sellers in and around Pulaski County in all types of residential real estate sales with a special focus on first-time homebuyers, investment properties, new home construction, condominiums, town homes and relocation. Brad recently received his Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) designation.

Brad is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville with a BA in Marketing Management. He is a member of the North Pulaski Board of Realtors (NPBR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

Brad and his wife Leslie live in Sherwood and have a 14-month-old daughter Avery Reese. When he’s not working with clients Brad loves spending time with his family and remains active in the Fellowship Bible Church in Little Rock. As an Arkansas grad, Brad’s also a huge Razorback fan. Go Hogs!

For all your real estate needs and personal referrals you can contact Crye-Leike Realtor Brad Miles directly by phone at 501-680-4647, email: brad.miles@crye-leike.com and you can find him on the web at http://bradmiles.crye-leike.com.

About Crye-Leike, REALTORS
Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike®, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,600 licensed sales associates based out of 130 corporate and franchise offices located through-out the nine-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oklahoma.

Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in: residential and commercial sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2009, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $3.9 billion with 24,983 homes sold.

Arkansas Realtor Enjoys Helping Clients Find A House To Call Home In Her Native State

Ellen M. Mitchell Is Eager To Continue Helping Buyers & Sellers Discover All The Wonderful Things Arkansas Offers As She Joins Crye-Leike, REALTORS Fayetteville East Office

Although Fayetteville resident Ellen M. Mitchell hasn’t lived in Arkansas her entire life, for the past six years she has enjoyed introducing her real estate clients to all the wonderful things her native state has to offer.

“We have so much to offer in affordable housing, wonderful schools, great employment opportunities and our comfortable 4 season climate,” said Crye-Leike Realtor Ellen M. Mitchell. “I can’t think of a better area in which to enjoy so many outdoor activities including hiking, camping and rafting. There is always something to do!”

Ellen started her real estate career in 2004 joining RE/MAX Associates in Fayetteville. After recently weighing the advantages and support that Crye-Leike offers their agents, she decided to join Crye-Leike and make a change for her and her clients.

“Deciding to move to Crye-Leike wasn’t an easy decision for me because I had been with Re/MAX since starting my real estate career.” said Ellen. “However, the extensive marketing support and positive energy that Crye-Leike offers helps me to help my customers so much more therefore I had to make the move.”

Ellen adds, “I am very excited and happy to be with my new company. Everyone is so helpful and supportive.”

For the last six years, Ellen has been a licensed Realtor in Arkansas assisting buyers and sellers in and around Washington, Benton, Madison, Carroll and Crawford counties. She is looking forward to a fabulous 2010 continuing to help her buyers and sellers with all their real estate needs.

“Real estate is a challenging, fast-paced career that affords me the opportunity to meet with wonderful folks, many of which have become my good friends,” said Ellen. “I especially enjoy working with first-time buyers, those relocating from out-of-area and retirees looking to our gorgeous corner of the Ozarks.”

More About Crye-Leike Realtor Ellen M. Mitchell
Realtor Ellen M. Mitchell is based out of Crye-Leike, REALTORS Fayetteville East branch office. She specializes in working with first-time homebuyers and clients who are relocating. Ellen has her professional real estate designation as an e-PRO internet marketing specialist.

Ellen is a member of the Metro Area Board of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. She is also a Board Member for the Exchange Club of Fayetteville.

After living in many places across the country from San Diego to Virginia Beach, Ellen moved back home to Arkansas. Ellen and her husband Tim Permenter moved to Fayetteville in 1997 after he retired from 22 years as a Navy Seal.

When Ellen isn’t busy assisting her real estate clients, she enjoys organic gardening, hiking, camping, running and building rustic furniture. She also enjoys adopting and caring for abused and abandoned animals.

For all your real estate needs and personal referrals you can contact Crye-Leike Realtor Ellen M. Mitchell directly by phone at (479) 644-4612 or by email: ellen@ellenmmitchell.com. Find Ellen on the web at http://www.ellenmmitchell.com.

About Crye-Leike, REALTORS
Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike®, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 124 corporate and franchise offices located through-out the nine-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oklahoma.

Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in: residential and commercial sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2009, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $3.9 billion with 24,983 homes sold.

Saline County Native Looks Forward To Helping Families Find Their Dream Home

Realtor Ava Marie Brown Is Excited About Her New Career in Real Estate As She Joins Crye-Leike, REALTORS Sales Team In Bryant Arkansas

Benton resident Ava Marie Brown has lived in Saline County Arkansas her entire life – a benefit that will help her assist real estate buyers and sellers find their perfect home in Saline County.

Ava recently decided to start a new career as a Realtor and is eager to help clients with all their real estate needs.

“I am looking forward to helping families find homes that meet their budgets and dreams,” said Ava. “I have lived in Saline County all of my life and my family has been in business in Central Arkansas since the early 1900’s. Being a Saline, Arkansas native will allow me the benefit of helping clients find a home they love in the county I’ve loved and called home my entire life.”

Ava is a licensed Realtor in Arkansas assisting buyers and sellers in and around Saline County. She specializes in all types of residential real estate and is a member of the Benton/Bryant Realtors Association, the Arkansas Realtors Association and the National Association of Realtors.

As a new Realtor, Ava was looking for the right real estate company that would be the best fit for her and her clients. She recently joined the Crye-Leike, REALTORS sales office in Bryant, Arkansas located at 4000 Highway 5 North. Ava lives in Benton.

“I am very excited to become a member of the Crye-Leike family in Bryant,” said Ava. “My desire is to serve the community in every way possible with all of their real estate needs.”

For all your real estate needs and personal referrals you can contact Crye-Leike, Realtor Ava Marie Brown directly by phone at 501-653-8000 (ext. 1018) or email her at ava.brown@crye-leike.com.

About Crye-Leike, REALTORS
Harold Crye and Dick Leike established Crye-Leike, REALTORS in 1977. Today, Crye-Leike®, the nations 6th largest real estate company, has a network of more than 3,500 licensed sales associates based out of 124 corporate and franchise offices located through-out the nine-state southern region of Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Oklahoma.

Crye-Leike is a full-service real estate company offering buyers and sellers services in: residential and commercial sales, mortgage, title, insurance, business brokerage and investments, property management, development and construction, builder resources, REO bank-owned properties, relocation, auctions, and home services. In 2009, Crye-Leike attained a sales volume in excess of $3.9 billion with 24,983 homes sold.