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A New Era Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Beach Properties of Florida names Jan Hayse as President by Jessica Holthaus Badour B erkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida is proud to announce the promotion of Jan
Northwest Florida Gulf Coast from the Forgotten Coast to the Emerald Coast, we have an agent ready to assist every type of buyer.” Hayse offers an open door, approachable community for the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida team. With 250 agents spanning eight offices from St. George Island to Destin, Hayse is building lasting relationships with her team so they can best work together to serve their communities. As 2024 winds down, Hayse, Ledesma and Hawkins aim to connect directly with agents and be in all of the offices, offering increased opportunities for collaboration and education. “Our marketing team will continue to
Hayse to President. Previously serving as Chief Operating Officer, Hayse is expanding her leadership role, now overseeing all aspects of the brokerage’s operations across Northwest Florida. “I am honored to step into the role of President and to lead such an extraordinary team,” says Hayse. “Our focus remains on providing the highest level of service to our clients and fostering a supportive environment for our agents. I am excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to continuing to build on our success.” Originally from Atlanta, Hayse graduated from the University of Georgia
Jennifer Ledesma, Jan Hayse and Hana Hawkins with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida.
and worked at the Federal Reserve before moving to South Walton in 2001. Here, she worked directly for the president of a local bank until she had her second child. She joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida in 2011 as a transaction coordinator. Over time, the company grew and so did her roles within it, as she steadily advanced to Director of Operations, Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and now President. "This journey has been both exciting and rewarding, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of a company that will now be led by a dynamic group of strong women," Hayse says. "We are
advances in technology.” Hayse notes the shift in the real estate market has been a good boom for South Walton over recent years, from primarily vacationers and second-home buyers changing to an increase in full-time homebuyers. This, in turn, has also enhanced the communities along 30- A, with an increase in schools, infrastructure, and events. Similar trends have been observed in neighboring counties with incredible growth across Northwest Florida. “We are in a wonderful area; we are so fortunate to be in a destination where people want to both vacation and live full time,” she says. “Our agents work to help
be on the road to help our agents connect, learn and showcase all the work they do. With the market always changing, it is important we share insights and grow together,” she says. In her new role as President, Hayse will lead the company’s efforts to further enhance its market presence, drive innovation and continue to provide exceptional support to its agents and clients. Her extensive background in both real estate and banking, combined with her deep understanding of the local market, uniquely positions her to guide the brokerage through the dynamic landscape of the real estate industry. Hunter Harman, Founding Partner, praises Hayse’s leadership: “Jan has been a driving force behind our company’s success for over a decade. Her promotion to President is a natural progression of her leadership, dedication and vision. We are confident that under her stewardship, our brokerage will continue to set the standard for excellence in the real estate industry.”
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fortunate to have an exceptional marketing team and a talented network of agents with whom we have the privilege of collaborating every day." In addition to Hayse, the seasoned team of executives at the agency includes Jennifer Ledesma, Broker of Record, and Hana Hawkins, Managing Broker. The executive team is focused on supporting agent development and growth. “We are going back to basics, ensuring our agents have the tools
This journey has been both exciting and rewarding, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of a company that will now be led by a dynamic group of strong women. – Jan Hayse, President, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida
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they need to run their businesses effectively and efficiently,” Hayse explains. “We are also creating innovative solutions for trends in the market and
people find their dream homes whether it is an investment property or a permanent residence. With a diverse group of experts in every area along the
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