Agents' Choice

Announcing the 2025 South Florida Agents’ Choice Awards winners

In the annual South Florida Agents’ Choice Awards, we’re honoring the very best of South Florida real estate — according to our readers.

Industry MVP – Roni Sterin, The Keyes Company

Fluent in Hebrew, English and Spanish, Roni Sterlin brings a deep background in marketing and communications to her work.

Loan Officer of the Year – Dan Lolli, Guaranteed Rate Affinity

Dan Lolli enjoys helping clients achieve their real estate goals by addressing their individual needs and working in an atmosphere of collaboration.

Best Team (Naples) – Dawn McKenna Group, Coldwell Banker

The Dawn McKenna Group has transformed the way teams operate within the industry by establishing a strong presence across multiple markets.

Managing Broker of the Year – Martha Pomares, Douglas Elliman

In 35 years, Martha Pomares has experienced success at every level of her career, first as a Realtor and then as a broker-owner.

Lender of the Year – Rate

Headquartered in Chicago, Rate Companies employs over 5,500 people across 850 branches nationwide, serving all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

Social Media Influencer of the Year, Lender – Diego Londoño, Lending Spot

Lending Spot Managing Partner and Atlantis Fundings Founder and Partner Diego Londoño has over 20 years of experience helping clients across Miami and South Florida secure the right financing for their homes, investments and refinances.

Developer of the Year (Miami, Broward and Palm Beach) – CMC Group

Miami-based CMC Group is a full-service real estate development company focused on residential, commercial and retail properties in South Florida.

Best Team (Miami, Broward and Palm Beach) – The Premier Group, Compass

The Premier Group at Compass is one of South Florida’s most accomplished real estate teams, ranked among the top 20 Compass teams nationwide.

Development of the Year (Miami, Broward and Palm Beach) – 72 Carlyle, Lefferts

72 Carlyle is a 20-story residential tower with 134 residences and interiors by the Italian designer Piero Lissoni and his American firm Lissoni Architecture New York.

Developer of the Year (Naples) – Kolter Urban

Kolter Urban is focused on the development of luxury condominium communities of 50 to 500 residences in waterfront, water view or downtown walkable locations.

Charitable Service Award – Nancy Batchelor, Compass

As the founder and principal of the Nancy Batchelor Team, Nancy Batchelor has over 20 years of experience working with buyers, sellers and investors in luxury homes and condominiums.

Social Media Influencer of the Year, Agent – Angel Nicolas, SERHANT

Influencer of the Year Angel Nicolas brings dedicated, hands-on service to the discerning real estate clients he serves.

Best Dressed – Francesca Barry, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty

A lifelong South Florida native, Francesca Barry has spent the last seven years helping area home sellers achieve their real estate goals and buyers find their perfect forever homes.

Best Brokerage Website – compass.com, Compass

Founded in 2012, Compass is now the largest residential real estate brokerage in the United States.

Best Agent Website – Jimmy Branham – branhamproperties.com, The Keyes Company

Specializing in selling South Florida properties, Jimmy Branham is recognized for his in-depth knowledge of the luxury real estate market and his expert negotiation skills.

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