LAKELAND, FL, February 26, 2024 - Saunders Ralston Dantzler, a leading full-service land and commercial real estate brokerage with a strong presence throughout Florida and Georgia, recently held its annual company event in Alachua, Florida. The event served as a platform for advisors and staff from various offices to come together, network, and engage in discussions regarding the company's future endeavors.
The event, which saw attendance from each of the brokerage’s offices across Florida and Georgia, provided an invaluable opportunity for team members to connect and share market insights.
"This event was made a success due to the hard work of our dedicated team members located across both Florida and Georgia," said Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM, Founder and Managing Director at Saunders Ralston Dantzler. "As we celebrate the achievements of our advisors and look forward to the future, we remain focused on providing top-notch real estate services throughout the Southeastern region."
Awards & Recognitions
One of the event's highlights was the recognition of outstanding achievements within the Saunders Ralston Dantzler team. Several advisors were honored with awards, notably based on Gross Commission Income (GCI). These awards were separated into four categories, which are listed below:
Elite Award
Pinnacle Award
Champion Award
Rising Star Award
- David Genho - Advisor
- Tony Wallace, CF, ACF - Senior Advisor
- Todd Davis - Senior Advisor
- Mike Matre, ALC, RF, ACF - Senior Advisor
- Steve Toner, MBA - Senior Advisor
- Tom Tuggle - Advisor
- Craig Morby - Senior Advisor
- Tyler Davis, ALC - Advisor & Chief Financial Officer
- Bo Jahna - Advisor
- Richard Dempsey, ALC, CIPS - Senior Advisor
- Brian Beasley, CCA, CNLM - Senior Advisor
- Keat Waldron, ALC - Senior Advisor
- Mike Lansdell, ALC - Senior Advisor
- James Edwards, AICP - Senior Advisor
- Josh Sheppard - Associate Advisor
"We are very proud of all that our advisors and staff have accomplished over the past year,” said Gary Ralston, CCIM, SIOR, CRE, Partner and Managing Director of Saunders Ralston Dantzler. “The resources and opportunities we have here are unrivaled in today’s real estate market.”
Additional Awards
Among the award recipients was Bryant Peace, ALC, a Senior Advisor located in the company’s Thomasville, Georgia office. Peace not only exemplifies the Saunders Ralston Dantzler culture, but he also played an instrumental role in pioneering the brokerage’s expansion into the Georgia market. Because of these great efforts, Peace was honored with the company’s Ambassador of the Year award.
Another notable awardee was Jeremiah Thompson, a Senior Advisor based in the brokerage’s Lakeland, Florida headquarters. Thompson specializes in a variety of Florida land markets, including conservation easements, ranch and recreational tracts, and much more. His outstanding performance and remarkable achievements over the past year led Thompson to be bestowed with the Rookie of the Year award.
"The success of our team is the driving force behind our expansion efforts,” said Todd Dantzler, CCIM, Partner and Managing Director of Saunders Ralston Dantzler. “We remain committed to providing unparalleled service and expertise as we continue to grow across new markets."
Company Expansion
Looking ahead, Saunders Ralston Dantzler plans to expand beyond its current footprint in Florida and Georgia. Venturing into new territories across the Southeastern United States, the brokerage aims to maintain its client-centric focus as it onboards new team members.
Saunders Ralston Dantzler continues to set the standard for excellence in the land and commercial real estate industry, driven by its talented team and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. The brokerage embraces new growth opportunities, both internally and externally.
About Saunders Real Estate
Saunders Real Estate is a leading land and commercial real estate brokerage serving buyers, sellers, investors, and landowners across the Southeastern United States for 30 years. With over 100 advisors and offices in major U.S. markets including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina, we specialize in large-acreage land transactions, commercial property sales and leasing, and property management.
To reflect our legacy and continued growth, Saunders Real Estate operates through two divisions – Saunders Land and Saunders Commercial. Our expertise spans agriculture, conservation, recreation, residential development, and commercial real estate, supported by specialized services such as forestry, land management, and investment acquisitions.
Today, Saunders Real Estate is recognized as a trusted authority in the region, delivering exceptional results through experienced leadership, innovative strategies, and a client-focused approach.