About Michael Dean

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Michael entered the amazing world of real estate in 2005 after exciting and successful careers in International Sports Marketing and Information Technology Consulting. He learned early on that high-touch service and client commitment were the keys to building a strong business and long lasting relationships. This ideology would be instrumental as Michael navigated through a new beginning, a very challenging real estate market in his first few years and eventually into Broker Management. He enjoys being around successful people and part of a team environment where he is both eager to educate and learn new ideas. Originally from Chicago, now calling Fairfield CT home, Michael joined William Raveis Real Estate in 2018 as Regional Vice President of Business Development. In November 2019, Michael was named Branch VP and Sales Manager for the Darien & Rowayton offices in Lower Fairfield County. His primary role is to serve as a business coach and mentor, helping agents execute their business plans, and continue to strengthen both teams with talented agents who are looking to grow their business and become part of a collaborative, technology rich, and agent-centric environment. The WRRE business philosophy established 47 years ago, still remains today as their core motto: "The agent is our customer." Michael's Core Values:

Treating each agent with honesty, respect, transparency and professionalism

A collaborative environment and team approach where agents can thrive and learn from each other

A strong sense of culture where everyone fits in and feels comfortable

Critical emphasis on technology and mobility, allowing agents to be nimble and more efficient

One on One Coaching and Accountability Sessions that keep you on "path" toward your goals

A caring commitment to our local communities and charitable organizations

Continued development of time management and highly tuned negotiation skills

Always flexible in thought and an open-minded philosophy where everyone's opinion matters

Always accessible attitude and highly responsive to agents inquiries (7 days a week)

Promoting Life-Work balance so you can recharge and always perform at your highest level

A full-time, dependable, and highly skilled staff of administrators who are supportive and always helpful

Teaching consultative selling approaches with an emphasis on high-touch client service

Annual Business Planning and monthly/quarterly meetings to discuss successes and challenges

A supportive business partner who genuinely cares about your success and business goals

Promoting an office culture of hard work, but also HAVING FUN TOGETHER!

Professional Association

National Association of Realtors

Darien Board of Realtors (CT)

Greater Fairfield Board of Realtors (CT)

Certified Mentor & Coach - Staver Group (March 2019)

Education

University of Utah - 1989

BS in Psychology - Extended minor in Mathematics

Areas Covered

Darien - Rowayton (CT)

Fairfield County (CT)

Westchester County (NY)

Achievements

Chicago Agent Magazine - Top 40 under 40

Professional Specialty

Business Analytics & Planning Goal Setting & Accountability Approaches Team Building and Brand Identity Strategies Certified Business Coach & Mentor

Experience

Over 16 years as an awarded and successful sales agent and Managing Broker for multiple major US Brokerages.