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Since the founding of the Sotheby's auction house in 1744, the Sotheby's name has earned distinction as a marketer for many of the world's most valuable and prestigious possessions. The Sotheby's International Realty® organization began in 1976, in part to serve clients desiring a complete package of estate disposition services, and soon became known for representing extraordinary estates throughout the world. Memories, relationships, treasured possessions - homes are repositories of the things that matter most. To market a distinctive home requires uncommon knowledge and resources. In the Sotheby's International Realty® local brokerage offices, sellers and buyers alike can find representatives experienced in offering exceptional homes. Our sales associates understand that a home, regardless of its price range, reflects the incalculable value of the life within. www.sothebysrealty.com |
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| November |
Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty stresses importance of REALTOR® Toy Drive for Local Community
Sotheby’s International Realty® franchise in Northwest Montana participates in local REALTOR® Toy Drive
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Bigfork, Polson, Flathead Lake Areas, November 2007: Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty Bigfork Manager, Veronica Harris, will once again be heading up the efforts for the REALTOR® Toy Drive in the Bigfork, Polson, and surrounding areas. “Last year the goal for the Valley was to raise $12,000 and we accomplished that goal. This year the challenge to everyone out there is to meet and exceed this goal and provide a merry Christmas for those who otherwise may not get one”, says Veronica Harris. All REALTORS® in the valley are participating in this event and are making a call to action to get all agents in the Valley involved. Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International
Realty believes it is important to support the local community and to recognize that our local youth is our future. The fundraising efforts will last through the month of November and money donations are greatly appreciated. For additional instruction or pick up times, please contact the Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty Bigfork office at the number provided below.
Veronica Harris, 480 Electric Avenue, Bigfork, MT, 59911
406.837.6100 phone 406.837.6141 fax
For additional information on Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty please visit our website at www.ironhorseproperties.com or stop by our two office locations
100 Baker Avenue
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 863-3060 |
480 Electric Avenue
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-6100
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| October |
Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty will participate in the upcoming Calgary Resort Property Show 2007
Sotheby’s International Realty® franchise in Northwest Montana is venturing to Calgary to take part in a Second Home Resort Show
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Iron horse properties Sotheby’s international realty participates in luxury real estate conference
WHITEFISH, Montana (Oct.31, 2007): Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, a luxury real estate firm based in Whitefish, Montana, recently participated in the 3rd Annual Sotheby’s International Realty® Fall Leadership Forum.
This dynamic, three-day event provided a unique opportunity for Sotheby’s International Realty owners and managers to share best practices, network, and learn new ideas for growing their businesses.
“The Fall Leadership Forum provides enormous value to our firm,” said Pat Donovan, Owner. “Having the ability to share ideas and expertise with such an outstanding group of our professional peers highlights the true strength of the Sotheby’s International Realty network.”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:
Local Office PR contact: Melissa Meuter
Phone number(s) 406-863-3060, 406-249-2283
E-mail: mmeuter@ironhorsemt.com
Calgary, AB October 19, 20, 2007: Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty agents will be traveling to Calgary to take part in a show that will concentrate on recreational, retirement or investment real estate. The show is hosted by Western Canadian Resorts magazine and has an average of 1500-2000 attendees. “We have a lot of interest coming from Canada and Calgary specifically,” states Pat Donovan, owner/broker. “We want to be able to provide as much information as people need to get to know our area in the Flathead.” The Calgary show is part of a three show tour. Other locations include Vancouver and Edmonton. Iron Horse Properties Sotheby's International Realty is located in Northwest Montana’s Flathead Valley, home of Whitefish Lake & Ski Resort, Flathead Lake, eleven golf courses and Glacier/Waterton Peace Park. We specialize in high end vacation homes in nature’s most breathtaking scenery.
Source Media Group Corp., 220- 5824 2nd St. SW, Calgary, AB, T2H OH2, toll free 888-932-3101, info@sourcemediagroup.ca
For additional information on Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty please visit our website at www.ironhorseproperties.com or stop by our two office locations
100 Baker Avenue
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 863-3060 |
480 Electric Avenue
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-6100
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The networking event was held Oct. 15 to 17 at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, which has offices in Whitefish and Bigfork, offers exclusive Sotheby’s International Realty marketing, advertising and referral services designed to attract well-qualified buyers to the firm’s property listings. In addition, the firm and its clients benefit from an association with the famed Sotheby’s auction house, which promotes real estate referral opportunities with auction house clientele.
As a Sotheby’s International Realty affiliate, the firm also has the unique ability to refer its real estate clientele to the auction house for jewelry, art, unique furniture and collectible appraisal services. Property listings from Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty also are marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global Web site, as well as on the firm’s local Web site, www.ironhorseproperties.com.
The Fall Forum represents a wonderful opportunity for outstanding professionals to gather and share the finest collective insight and experience in the industry,” said Michael R. Good, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Every individual attending this important conference truly is committed to helping us grow the Sotheby’s International Realty network, and we genuinely appreciate their ongoing dedication and passion.
Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty is located in Whitefish at 100 Baker Avenue and in Bigfork at 480 Electric Avenue. A sales office is also located at the private golf course community Iron Horse at Whitefish. For additional information, please contact Laura Manning, General Manager at (406) 837-6100.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:
Local Office PR contact: Melissa Meuter
Phone number(s) 406-863-3060, 406-249-2283
E-mail: mmeuter@ironhorsemt.com
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| August |
Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty volunteers at local Habitat for Humanity build project
Sotheby’s International Realty® franchise in Northwest Montana is committed to giving back to the local housing community
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Columbia Falls, MT August 11th and 25th, 2007: Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty agents lent a helping hand to Habitat for Humanity on two Saturdays during the month of August. Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty believes it is important to support the local Habitat group as their efforts are instrumental in providing homes for families in the Flathead Valley. “We feel it is essential to give back to the community and support the community in ways that contribute to the housing market,” states Laura Manning, General Manager. The agents and staff at Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty would like to thank Dave Williams, president of the local branch of Habitat for Humanity for organizing this volunteer opportunity. Local Habitat for Humanity volunteer opportunities are available to the general public as well. Please contact their office at the number provided below.
Habitat for Humanity Flathead Valley, PO Box 2836, Kalispell, MT 59903
(406) 257-8800 phone (406)257-8656 fax www.habitat@aboutmontana.org
For additional information on Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty please visit our website at www.ironhorseproperties.com or stop by our two office locations
100 Baker Avenue
Whitefish, MT 59937
(406) 863-3060 |
480 Electric Avenue
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-6100
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| Sotheby's Auction House |
On March 11, 1744, Samuel Baker, founder of Sotheby's, held the first-ever sale under his own name. The library of a certain Rt. Hon. Sir John Stanley, Bart. described as "containing several Hundred scarce and valuable books in all branches of Polite Literature" sold for a few hundred pounds. Well over two centuries later, on December 6, 1983, Sotheby's sold a single book, The Gospels of Henry the Lion, for more than 8 million pounds.
Since those early days, it is not just prices that have grown considerably. So too have the scope and scale of Sotheby's itself. Samuel Baker would hardly recognize his old firm, were he to take a stroll down London's present day New Bond Street - or, for that matter, down Manhattan's York Avenue. It has only been in the last century, after all, that the original London company has expanded from book auctions to cover all areas of the fine and decorative arts. This great expansion means that Sotheby's is not just one of the oldest fine art auctioneers in the world, but also now the largest. There are more than 100 Sotheby's offices around the world; and, in 1998, auction sales produced a turnover of just under $2 billion
For additional information Visit Sotheby’s Auction House
Sotheby's - Auction House History. Retrieved December 3, 2007, from
Sotheby's Web site:
http://www.sothebys.com/about/corporate/as_corphistory.html |
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Iron Horse Properties was founded in 1998 to provide real estate and marketing expertise for Iron Horse, a new private golf community in Whitefish, Montana. From the outset, the concept of Iron Horse Properties was to take advantage of existing relationships in the network of luxury second-home owners. The success of this marketing approach is best illustrated by the success of Iron Horse. In 2003 Iron Horse Properties became the Exclusive Affiliate of Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates, Inc. for Flathead & Lake Counties, followed by our franchise in 2004. We currently have three offices, specializing in unique vacation and recreational properties in Montana's Flathead Valley. |
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| Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty donates to local charities and non-profit groups. In addition to cash donations, company-sponsored volunteer opportunities help agents reconnect with the community and with each other. |
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Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty gives back to the communities where we work and live through volunteer opportunities and donations.
Our agents and staff participate in a number of clubs and organizations and Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty sponsors a variety of events during the year.
Please visit the pages for Company Involvement, Donations, Volunteer Participation, and Agent Involvement for additional information. |
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| Volunteer Participation |
| Iron Horse Sotheby’s International Realty is committed to not only providing the best and highest quality customer service to our clientele, but also to volunteering in our local communities. Iron Horse Sotheby’s International Realty volunteers as a company and also through our individual agents. |
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| BIGFORK ANNUAL CHAMBER DINNER |
The Bigfork Chamber’s Annual Dinner is a time to reflect on accomplishments made over the past year and a time to look forward to the coming business year.
This is a high-powered networking event starts with cocktails followed by dinner. It is also an opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new associates that could prove to be valuable contacts in the future.
Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty makes financial contributions to the event to support the Bigfork Chamber of Commerce. Our office makes sure that we are represented at this annual event to keep up to date on village events. |
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| Each year we put on our “Santa” hats and join the other chamber members in November at the Bigfork Inn. We kick off the holiday season with a photo of the volunteers followed by job assignments which include decorating the Bigfork Village with colored lights and pine garland. All volunteers are referred to as “Bigfork Elves”. As one of the business’s located on Electric Avenue we provide materials including ladders, pliers, wire, wire cutters, and most importantly our time. Not only was it a joyful time to gather together with friends and co-workers, but a wonderful way to give back to the community. |
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| HOST THE BIGFORK SUNDOWNER |
| We gathered the other chamber members in February 2007 at our office as we hosted the monthly Sundowner. Held each month at different chamber member's office, these casual networking events attract large crowds who have found these events to be a wonderful resource for making contacts with both current and prospective clients. This opportunity for members to network in a social atmosphere is also a great way to showcase our business and listings in our office located in Bigfork, Montana. This allows other businesses to tour the hosting business, see the facilities and learn what the business does which builds a great relationships. |
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| REALTOR® FOOD DRIVE |
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| We would like to thank all the REALTORS® who participated in the 2007 REALTOR® Food Drive as it was a great success. As one of the real estate companies who participated in the drive we dropped off bags in subdivisions in both Whitefish and Bigfork. The following day we returned to picked up all the bags full of very appreciated food. Many organizations and individuals also contributed with cash donations. Every year we look forward to this experience when we join with our community and give those in need. |
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| TASTE OF BIGFORK |
Bigfork's finest restaurants participate in a dine-around afternoon with great music and venues known as the Taste of Bigfork. Come prepared for fabulous wines, beer, desserts and entrees from over 20 participants. This is Bigfork's premier spring event! Taste of Bigfork is a benefit for Habitat for Humanity and the Bigfork Area Chamber.
Our office has participated both as a sponsor and as participants in the past. |
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Put on your spooky costumes to "Trick or Treat" in the Bigfork Village! The festivities start at 4 pm and end when the candy runs out. Our office is open and we make sure to have plenty of candy on hand for all the young goblins, ghosts, and ghouls.
Bigfork Village is a safe and well-lit neighborhood where good memories are created that last a lifetime. In 2007 there were about 700 children through Bigfork. Come enjoy the fun and great costumes! |
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| TWO BEAR MARATHON |
| Iron Horse Sotheby's International Realty also sponsors the Two Bear Marathon in Whitefish, Montana whose race registration goes towards members of The Wave fitness center to help families have gym memberships for free. Melissa Meuter is the volunteer coordinator for the Two Bear marathon. |
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Young Life seeks to carry the message of Jesus Christ to teenagers. Young Life is characterized by its commitment to relationships. Through campaigners and trips to camp, leaders help teenagers share the love of Jesus Christ. Young Life is equipped with desire for fun and the ultimate message of hope whether kids are seeking answers or just acceptance.
Young Life is for everyone who wants to get the most out of life.
Scott Strellnauer was the past chairman of Young Life of the Flathead Valley. Hilary Shepard, Patti Codiga and Scott Strellnauer show their commitment to kids in the community by contributing to this organization. Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty also donates annually. Financial donations are essential to Young Life because regional and area staff are solely responsible for raising funds. |
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| Agent Involvement |
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Iron Horse Sotheby’s International Realty associates are committed to providing excellent service to our clientele; in addition our agents are committed to staying involved in local community activities.
Our associates support local interest through volunteer time and donations to many different non-profit organizations. |
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| ANGORA RIDGE FOUNDATION |
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The Angora Ridge Foundation is a private, charitable organization, which gives scholarships to teen moms through the Marian Pritchett Award. The scholarship honors the memory of Marian Pritchett, Head at Booth Memorial High School. As a chair member, Melissa Meuter understands the difficult challenges young teen moms face in continuing their education.
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| BIG BROTHER & BIG SISTER |
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JoBeth Blair participates in the Big Brother Big Sister program weekly in association with the Columbia Falls School District at Ruder Elementary. Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. They have been the leader in one-to-one youth service for more than a century, developing positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people.
http://www.bigbrothersbigsister.org
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| BOY SCOUTS ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER |
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John Hotzfield serves as an assistant scoutmaster in Boy Scout Troop 17 in Whitefish, Montana. Troop 17 has set a goal to train young boys into young men that become productive members of their community. These boys camp 12 months out of the year in all conditions and must learn outdoor survival skills, cooking skills, setting up a variety of shelters, leadership skills, and community service skills. The troop has been on over 70 camp-outs over the past 6 years.
http://troop17.somee.com
http://geocities.com/boyscouttroop17/index.htm |
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| CLEAN THE FISH |
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Pat Donovan, JoBeth Blair, and Melissa Meuter join other Whitefish chamber members and volunteers to “Clean the Fish” every year. Breakfast and lunch provided for all volunteers cleaning the city. Volunteers aim to help keep Whitefish, Montana clean. Glacier bank in downtown hosts this event every year and there is a raffle and lunch after clean-up.
http://www.whitefishchamber.com |
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| DOUG DODSON – 5TH GRADE FOOTBALL COACH |
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Starting in September of 2007 Doug was fortunate enough to be an assistant coach for the Bigfork 5th grade football team. The Bulls went 4-2 on their season but most importantly, he taught a lot about football, sportsmanship and life.
Football is a great passion of Doug’s; being a graduate of The University of Oklahoma helped instill that. Doug enjoys being around kids and coaching. Mr. Dodson looks forward to coaching the same great group of young men next year as 6th graders! |
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| HABITAT FOR HUMANITY |
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Habitat for Humanity of Flathead is a non-profit, Christian-based housing organization. With individuals and corporate donors providing money and materials, local trade partnerships and volunteers providing labor, this organization makes it possible to sell homes at no profit with no interest to low income families in the valley. Iron Horse Sotheby’s International Realty commits work days to help Habitat for Humanity build homes.
http://www.habitat.org/cd/kit/homepage.aspx?page=hfhflatheadvalley |
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| HILARY SHPEPARD – COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR A BETTER BIGFORK |
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Hilary Shepard serves as a board member for the Community Foundation For a Better Bigfork. Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to protecting and improving the quality of life and general welfare of the Bigfork Community. As a board member of the organization Hilary Shepard works on a number of different activities.
- Building and maintaining the Bigfork Art & Cultural Center and it's Flathead County Library Branch
- Installation and maintenance of street lamps on Grand and Electric Avenues
- Helped develop the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts
- Ongoing support of numerous community activities including the Bigfork Elf Force and it's holiday decorating activities
- Co-funded and donated emergency Heart Defibrillators located in downtown Bigfork
- Installation and maintenance of sidewalks throughout downtown
- Designed and erected directional signage to help visitors find their ways to and around Bigfork
- Ongoing planning with the Bigfork Chamber of Commerce to develop better downtown parking
- Support an array of community recreational activities by offering financial and maintenance support to:
- Sliter's Park
- Harry Horn State Park
- The Community Nordic Center
- Bigfork's Public Dock
- Bigfork's Community Tennis Courts
and Neighborhood Parks
www.communityfoundationforabetterbigfork.org |
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| INTERMOUNTAIN CHILDRENS FUNDRAISER |
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Hilary Shepard and Doug Dodson participate in the annual Black & White dinner fundraiser for Intermountain.
Intermountain is a home for emotionally disturbed children who heal through healthy relationships.
Intermountain creates a supportive environment that promotes healthy change and growth.
www.intermountain.org |
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| OLNEY BISSELL SCHOOL BOARD |
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Lorri Nelson has served as Chairman of the Board for Olney Bissell School District for the past six years. She also volunteers for a number of committees all focusing on improving child education within the school.
School Principal Lona Everett
406-862-2828
http://www.olneybissellschool.com |
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| READING TUTOR |
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Jo Beth is a reading tutor with Ruder Elementary in the Columbia Falls School District on a weekly basis. The program goal is to strengthen student’s reading skills with dedicated one-on-one reading time.
http://www.sd6.k12.mt.us/ruder/ruderhome.html |
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Bigfork office manager, Veronica Harris, once again headed up the REALTOR® Toy Drive in the Bigfork, Polson and surrounding areas. All the REALTORS® in the valley participate in this event as it is important to support the local community. In 2006 the goal was reached at $12,000 and in 2007 $11,200 was raised for the Child Development Center. Fundraising efforts last through November. Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty also donates annually.
In December Veronica and Nacole Killion (Administrative Assistant of Whitefish), joined Susie Alper and Carol Coletti of West Venture in Lakeside at Leslie Knuth’s house to pick up and deliver the toys.
http://www.childdevcenter.org |
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| TWO BEAR MARATHON |
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Iron Horse Sotheby's International Realty also sponsors the Two Bear Marathon in Whitefish, Montana whose race registration goes towards members of The Wave fitness center to help families have gym memberships for free. Melissa Meuter is the volunteer coordinator for the Two Bear marathon.
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| VETERAN'S CHRISTMAS DINNER |
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| Nacole Killion and Pam Mendel participants in the Veteran’s Christmas dinner at the Armory in Kalispell, “Christmas Dinner at Our House”. The Armed Services expected to serve 1800 people this year. They served 1500 people last year. They handed out blankets and snow pants to each family. It was a rewarding experience and we help out next year. |
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| WHITEFISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER |
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The Whitefish Community School Board represents a continuing commitment to local citizen control and decision making in education. As a board member, Melissa Meuter participates in many decisions such as providing necessary facilities for the education of our community’s youth.
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| YOUNG LIFE |
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Young Life seeks to carry the message of Jesus Christ to teenagers. Young Life is characterized by its commitment to relationships. Through campaigners and trips to camp, leaders help teenagers share the love of Jesus Christ. Young Life is equipped with desire for fun and the ultimate message of hope whether kids are seeking answers or just acceptance.
Young Life is for everyone who wants to get the most out of life.
Scott Strellnauer was the past chairman of Young Life of the Flathead Valley. Hilary Shepard, Patti Codiga and Scott Strellnauer show their commitment to kids in the community by contributing to this organization. Iron Horse Properties Sotheby’s International Realty also donates annually. Financial donations are essential to Young Life because regional and area staff are solely responsible for raising funds.
http://www.younglife.org |
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| SOTHEBY’S GLOBAL NETWORKING EVENT |
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The Global Networking event is the annual international event for the entire Sotheby's International Realty® network. This interactive event was designed for sales associates, managers, owners and key company personnel to network and receive a comprehensive brand update.
This event provides enormous value by having the ability to meet and build relationships with peers in the luxury arena; share constructive ideas; and learn from each other’s experience and success. Every year we gain new insight into all aspects of the business from industry experts which highlight the true strength of Sotheby’s International Realty® network. This is one way we continue our quest for excellence. |
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The Leadership Forum is the annual international event for the entire Sotheby's International Realty® network. This annual leadership forum was created for brokers, owners, agents and office managers to obtain brand updates and better understand the luxury customer through demographic studies and emerging trends.
This dynamic, three-day event provided a unique opportunity to share best practices, network, and learn new ideas for growing their business. The Fall Forum presents an opportunity for outstanding professionals to gather and share the finest collective insight and experience in the industry in our continued drive toward excellence. |
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