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A TRUE PIONEER ” Mike Stefonick was a devoted and creative participant in RE/MAX development for two decades-a true pioneer. He achieved many goals and contributed much to the RE/MAX success story. Mike obtained the rights to the RE/MAX franchise development of the southeast PA region in 1978, to DE in 1988 and successfully expanded the operation to 97 RE/MAX offices and more than 1,700 agents in 1999 when RE/MAX International reacquired the region. Mike is an individual of the highest caliber who understands devotion, determination and just plain hard work, a person whose pioneering spirit and creative energies forged new pathways of financial and personal success for so many others. “- ::-
Daryl Jesperson
Retired CEO RE/MAX InternationalDenver, CO
I HAVE ALWAYS COUNTED ON MIKE STEFONICK . ” I have always counted on Mike Stefonick to tell me what I need to know, not what I want to hear. He is a strategic planner with the vision and courage to pioneer new ground. Mike was technology and Internet savvy when Maxwell Smart was still using his shoe phone. “- :: -
Carol Johnson
The Recruiting NetworkSchaumburg, IL
WE’VE SAVED THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS ” …….Mike’s insight has helped us take the next step forward. His understanding of the proper utilization of technology has saved us thousands of dollars. “- :: -
Beth Cohen
RE/MAX100 Real EstateEaston & Bethlehem, PA
I FOUND MIKE TO BE AN INVALUABLE RESOURCE. ” My relationship with Mike began many years ago when he was referred to me by our Regional Director in response to my request for technology assistance as we were designing our new offices. Three days after my call, Mike was in my office sharing his expertise which in hindsight has saved us thousands of dollars as together we planned for the future. Through the ensuing years, I have found Mike to be an invaluable resource not only in the area of technology but in human relations, recruiting and management techniques. “- :: -
Richard B. Saunders
RE/MAX Island Real EstateHilton Head Island, SC
I THOUGHT I KNEW HOW TO USE TECHNOLOGY IN RECRUITING… ” When I met Mike Stefonick at a regional broker retreat, I thought I knew how to use technology in my business. Mike has opened my eyes to concepts far beyond where I thought I could go. He knows his stuff! “- :: -
Gary R. Jacklin
RE/MAX ActionLisle, IL
A TEAM PLAYER, HEAD COACH, AND ENTHUSED CHEERLEADER ” In the over 25 years I have known Mike Stefonick there has not been one instance in his role as Regional Director/Owner where his sincere desire to make the Region better for all the membership was in question. Mike’s keen foresight and implementation of cutting-edge technological solutions brought many strengths and efficiencies to both agents and broker/owners ( not to mention awards from RE/MAX International ). His ability to attract a creative, dynamic, caring regional staff and executive committee allowed ideas he presented to the Region to be debated, refined and put into place in a meaningful way long before other area’s of the country even discovered them. Being a true entrepreneur, tech-maven and avid reader made Mike take chances that others would not dare take. While some ideas naturally did not come to fruition, many others did and were emulated by others throughout the network. A team player, head coach, and enthused cheerleader wrapped into one, that’s Mike Stefonick! “- :: -
Neal M. Baldwin
RE/MAX Action AssociatesExton, PA
I’M AT A 50,000 FOOT ALTITUDE !“ I met Mike in the mid 80’s as he was a Regional Owner and I was just starting with RE/MAX. Even back in the early days Mike’s dynamic personality and his ingenuity was obvious. When I spoke to Mike at the 2005 RE/MAX International Convention, my 20th Anniversary with RE/MAX Realty Group, I was looking to expand my present operation. Having a business coach appeared to be a wise decision to meet my goals. With Mike’s brilliant recruiting strategies and the dedicated work ethic of my Sales Managers and staff, we recruited a net 50 + agents for 2005. That success was attributable to my Owner of the Year Award and the Broker/Manager award to George Sayers. After being in the system for over 20 years I was complacent, Mike’s coaching now has me thinking out of the box. I’M NOW LOOKING DOWN AT MY COMPANY FROM A 50,000 FOOT ALTITUDE! With this new perspective, I have become a better leader. I believe I owe this to my clients, prospects, staff, and my associates to better serve them. If you’re looking to enhance your passion for your business, recruit, retain, increase your technology, create a WOW factor, stay ahead of the curve on your competition, increase your market share and balance your life, I would suggest you CALL MIKE ” !- :: -
Michael Frye
RE/MAX Realty GroupFt. Myers, FL
