October 2011 - NextGen Realtor Group, comprised of all Houston Association of Realtors members under 40 years of age, has announced its Top 20 Under 40 Rising Stars for 2011, and seven of those coveted awards were given to RE/MAX agents!

The award is given to agents who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of sales, leadership and community involvement. The young superstars representing RE/MAX on this elite list all have one thing in common: an unyielding commitment to excellence.

RE/MAX winners include: Kimberly Williams, RE/MAX Allstars; Melissa Seureau and Pamela Post, RE/MAX Realty Center II; Ivan Arjona, RE/MAX The Woodlands & Spring; Kimberly Harding, RE/MAX Space Center-Clear Lake; Thai Klam, RE/MAX 360; and Katie Kohlhauff-Paulsen, RE/MAX Northwest.  Congratulations to all!

Meet the RE/MAX winners and get to know a little about what has contributed to their success:

Kimberly Williams, RE/MAX Allstars

Kimberly Williams is a native Houstonian and studied at the University of Houston.  As a broker, she enjoys training and providing education to her agents.

Her involvement in civic and charitable organizations keeps Williams connected to the community.  Kimberly’s interest away from the real estate world focuses on community and children’s activities and welfare.  She is the Co-President of the Houston Kid Cougars Organization, a nonprofit youth organization reaching out to youth with an emphasis on education, health, and sports.

“It doesn’t matter where you start in the race, on the other hand it does matter where you finish. Through hard work and perseverance you too can be an accomplished Leader!”

Contact:  kimberlywilliams@remax.net   |   281.213.8989

“It doesn’t matter where you start in the race, on the other hand it does matter where you finish. Through hard work and perseverance you too can be an accomplished Leader!”

Melissa Seureau, RE/MAX Realty Center II

A fifth generation Texan, Melissa has a vast knowledge of Houston and its surrounding areas. This vital knowledge has allowed her to thrive in the Houston market selling luxury homes, new construction, residential resale and commercial real estate.

Seureau has solidified her reputation as a notable agent in the Houston real estate market by keeping her clients’ best interests at heart, no matter what. Not only does she incorporate the latest home-searching technology to get the best results for her buyers and sellers, but she also devotes her total attention and energy to the art of listening to their needs.

“Being involved in Women’s Council and the NextGen Realtor Group has allowed me to befriend other Realtors in Houston & the surrounding markets, which has lead to more referrals, and I LOVE referrals!”

Contact:  melissaseureau@gmail.com   |   281.213.6200

“Being involved in Women’s Council and the NRG has allowed me to befriend other Realtors in Houston & the surrounding markets, which has lead to more referrals, and I LOVE referrals!”

Ivan Arjona, RE/MAX The Woodlands and Spring

It was on a business trip that Ivan first visited The Woodlands. He instantly fell in love with the community and its people.  The search for Real Estate investment opportunities as well as the perfect place to raise his family landed him permanently in The Woodlands, where he became a Licensed Realtor.

Ivan is known for his keen intuition for “Real Estate Timing”, as well as for his compassion, work ethics, drive, and undying quest for knowledge.  “My goal is to provide clients the highest standard of excellence and professionalism. My service is based on trust, performance and honesty in every aspect of each property transaction that I handle. These values are important to me and my team. We uphold them every day. I am always determined to bring absolute satisfaction to my clients. Only then do I consider it a job well done.”

Contact:  ivan@ivanarjona.com   |   713.504.8260

“I am always determined to bring absolute satisfaction to my clients. Only then do I consider it a job well done.”

Kimberly Harding, RE/MAX Space Center – Clear Lake

Formerly working as an executive assistant at NASA, Harding joined the RE/MAX family in 2003.  That same year, she was named RE/MAX Rookie of the Year – and her star has continued to rise ever since.

Harding maintains her focus on her clients. “I specialize in personal attention, and promise to provide the highest level of dedication and integrity in performing all of my real estate services!”

Making it a point to provide her clients with a smooth, hassle-free buying or selling experience, Harding is up for any challenge.  ”I enjoy working with people and all of the challenging aspects involved in marketing and in negotiating the sale or purchase of property on my client’s behalf.  Service is my priority and I’m committed to being involved in every aspect of the real estate transaction!”

Contact:  kimberlyharding@remax.net   |   281.204.1014

“I specialize in personal attention, and provide the highest level of dedication and integrity in performing all of my real estate services!”

Thai Klam, RE/MAX 360

In three short years, Thai Klam has risen to be one of the top brokers in the Houston market.  In 2010, he purchased, relocated, and renamed an existing RE/MAX franchise office with 15 supportive agents; today, RE/MAX 360 has expanded to over 60 agents.  Throughout his rapid rise to success, Klam has enjoyed the freedom and flexibility to spend time with his family.

Klam says it’s his positive outlook that sets him apart from other real estate pros.  “I started this business in a down market in 2007, and that’s all I know, is how to do well in today’s economy.”

Always looking ahead, Klam maintains a sharp focus on keeping ahead of the curve.  “Continued education, coupled with business development planning and enhanced with technology is my strategy for continued growth in today’s market.  I feel that I must continually improve on my service and systems to grow my business.  This mindset has pushed me to continually strive to be better.”

Contact: thaiklam@remax.net   |   832.333.0360

“I feel that I must continually improve on my service and systems to grow my business. This mindset has pushed me to continually strive to be better.”

Pamela Post, RE/MAX Realty Center II

Sharp and techno-savvy, Post utilizes the latest and greatest in mobile technology, social media, and search engine optimization to ensure that her clients have the best exposure.  But despite the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing and the fearlessness with which she embraces it, Post is careful not to lose the personal touch.  She sends handwritten cards to her clients, and makes it a point to drop things off in person whenever possible.

“I take the time to make personal connections with each of my clients. They become a part of my family, and I let them know I am there for them every step of the way. I’m happy go the extra mile for them because I love what I do!”

A self-professed “volunteer junkie,” Post loves to stay involved in the community.  As NRG Community Service Chair, soccer coach, mother of three, and now Top 20 Under 40 Rising Star, she is a model of ideal work-life balance.

Contact: pamelapost@remax.net   |   281.213.6217

“I take the time to make personal connections with each of my clients. They become a part of my family, and I let them know I am there for them every step of the way.”

Katie Kohlhauff-Paulsen, RE/MAX Northwest

Katie “K” is a multi-million dollar producer and has ranked in the top 5% of realtors throughout Houston for the past 8 years. As a fourth-generation Houstonian, she is familiar with every part of the city.

Her secret to success?  “I owe all of my business success to using proven systems and consistent pro-active lead generation.”

Paulsen specializes in new construction, pre-foreclosures/short sales, foreclosures, estate sales as well as residential sales.  She was recently featured in a FOX News story, lending her expertise about investment properties in today’s housing market.

According to Paulsen, her rise to the top has been propelled by an intrinsic passion for real estate.  “I love what I do and it shows!”

Contact: katiekrealty@gmail.com   |   281.893.8400

“I love what I do and it shows!”

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