SARASOTA — Douglas Elliman Inc., one of the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerages, announced The Schemmel Soda Group has joined the firm’s Sarasota office (1350 Main Street, Sarasota, Florida). Previously with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, the team is led by cofounders Joel Schemmel and Donna Soda and includes agents Sharon Chiodi and Patti Tebo.
“Joel and Donna’s unmatched expertise and leadership in Sarasota and the surrounding luxury markets make them an ideal addition to Douglas Elliman,” said Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Brokerage, Florida Region and President of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, in a release.
Joel Schemmel, an attorney and former CPA.
“Joining Douglas Elliman is a decisive step forward for our team and clients. We’ve built our business on deep market knowledge, integrity, and results—values we see fully reflected in Douglas Elliman’s culture,” said Schemmel. Donna Soda brings decades of real estate experience and an unwavering dedication to client success. Known for her exceptional knowledge of the Greater Lakewood Ranch area, negotiating skills, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate clients’ needs, she was a driving force behind the Soda Group before joining forces with Schemmel.
In addition to Chiodi and Tebo, two other key members of the team joining Douglas Elliman include Katie Kurbiel, Marketing Director, and Preston Lane, Client Service Coordinator.
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