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who's who women in business 7 Personal Service { realtor changes liVes for the better } By Jennifer McFee W hen it comes to finding the perfect home, RE/MAX realtor Darlene Somers will help make your dream a reality. She's been finding the perfect fit for clients for nearly a decade during her career with RE/MAX, and she feels the company is an ideal match for her, as well. "I was looking for a company that was forward-thinking, industry-leading and globally recognized, and RE/MAX fit that bill perfectly," she says. "My office at Buffalo Place is the No. 1 office in the city. We have a great broker and a great administrative staff that take care of all of the details behind the scenes. That helps me to focus on my clients." By taking the time to connect with her clients on a personal level, Somers creates a comfortable environment based on trust and honesty. "Although my career is sales-oriented, to me, it's really about having good people skills. I connect well with all types of people," she says. "I'm honest and I'm upfront, and I think people appreciate that about me. Being highly organized helps as well." Her hard work has earned recognition. Somers has been honoured as a RE/MAX award winner for the past seven years. She also holds the National Association of Realtors official designations of Accredited Buyer's Representative and Seniors Real Estate Specialist. As a testament to her personable character and service- oriented approach, Somers is proud of the fact that about 75% of her business comes from repeat and referral clients. "I've been blessed to have such a loyal client base over the years, and I'm happy to give back and support local charities," she says. To give back to the community, she donates a portion of every commission towards the Children's Miracle Network through a RE/MAX charity called the Miracle Home Program. As well, Somers supports the Manitoba Real Estate Association Shelter Foundation, which raises funds for shelter-related organizations that serve a wide range of Manitobans. In addition to her contributions to the wider community, Somers finds satisfaction in helping her clients to improve their lives. "One of the most rewarding things about my career is that I can help to change people's lives for the better. Every client's situation and their life experiences are unique," she says. "I enjoy being able to work with each of them one on one and being able to cue into where I'm needed most in the process for them. I enjoy finding out where I can make the biggest impact because every client needs something different from me." When you're in the market for a dream home or preparing to sell your current home, contact Somers at 204-955-5706, email DarleneSomers@remax.net or visit www.darlenesomers.com. • Somers is proud of the fact that most of her business comes from repeat customers and referrals from past clients. Darlene Somers, RE/MAX Realtor PHOTO By DARCy FINLEy