The Register Citizen (Torrington, CT)
Mitchael named to Flanders board of directors
WOODBURY — Kevin Mitchael of Woodbury was recently appointed to serve on the board of Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust.
Mitchael brings a wealth of experience from his strategic leadership in brand, product, digital and retail marketing. For most of his career, his focus has been on marketing to new mothers and families with young children. He has worked with some of the largest brands in the marketplace including: Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Adidas, Carhartt, Lee, Fruit of the Loom, French Toast and Healthtex.
Mitchael says that “Advancements in digital technology have transformed how many of us function, especially children,” Mitchael said. “Smart phones are designed to connect us to the virtual world. We need a balance. That is why the mission of Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust is a way to ensure that our quality of life is protected. Connecting to nature in the real world is why I want to serve on the board.”
Mitchael serves as an alternate on the Woodbury Planning Commission and has been a guest curator for Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury. Born in the heart of the midwest in Kansas, he currently is a marketing consultant living in Woodbury.
Agents become ‘Ninjas’ in special sales training event
MADISON — A group of 50 sales professionals from across the 27 offices of William PittJulia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty recently attended an intensive fourday “Ninja Selling” training event in Madison.
The nationwide training program for real estate agents was designed to teach an approach wholly focused on building relationships, listening to the customer and helping them achieve their goals.
Graduates of Ninja Selling have reported increased productivity while
generating predicable results and a continuous flow of customers through using the system. At the same time, new and experienced agents alike acquire techniques to improve their own mindset and program the nonconscious mind for success. The philosophy is based on creating value for clients and meeting their wants and needs through questions and active listening instead of overtly selling.
The event was held at the Madison Beach Club, Oct. 29Nov. 1.
“The feedback and enthusiasm I hear from our agents who attend Ninja Selling is unlike anything I have experienced in over 30 years in the real estate industry,” said Paul Breunich, President and Chief Executive Officer of William PittJulia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty. “Every time I run into a ‘Ninja’ they are quick to share stories about how their life and business have changed in a profoundly positive way. The course is nothing short of transformational.”
Since taking the course, agents across the company have attested to reestablishing relationships with old contacts, attracting new clients, increasing referrals, and establishing a clear process for attaining goals.
The firm has become a strong proponent of the unique sales approach, partnering with Ninja Selling to offer local training events, known as installations, throughout the year. Two weeks prior to the Madison event, the firm’s senior leadership team became immersed in Ninja through a dynamic threeday managerial version of the class.
In addition, the company provides ongoing support to agents with special trainings, workshops and skills groups on a weekly basis, and aims to continue the initiative well into the future.
The company is set to offer its next installation in January in Mamaroneck, N.Y., at the Orienta Beach Club. Registration is now open to all agents companywide.
Cars for Kids raises record proceeds
LITCHFIELD —The 7th Annual Cars for Kids Automobile Show, held Oct. 13 at the Connecticut Junior Republic, raised a record $32,000 in net proceeds. More than 400 show car exhibitors, nearly 820 spectators and over 100 volunteers participated.
This benefit was held on CJR's Litchfield Campus in collaboration with the Valley Collector Car Club (VCCC) and the Litchfield Hills Historical Automobile Club (LHHAC). Union Savings Bank was the Concours Sponsor and FM 97.3 WZBG was the media sponsor for the event.
Proceeds from the Cars for Kids Automobile Show will support the care, treatment and education services that the Junior Republic provides to help atrisk, special needs and troubled boys, girls and families in 11 locations throughout Connecticut.
For more information about the Cars for Kids Automobile Show click here or contact the CJR Development Office at 8605679423, ext. 278.