Jim Catalano- President
jcatalano@greatchoicerealty.com
(216) 406-3585
Ohio Department of Commerce
Real Estate License file #236293

Jim Catalano was born in 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio and is the son of Rose(Pinzone) and Michael Catalano. He grew up in the Woodland/Larchmere area and is the proud grandson of Vincent Pinzone who is 100 years old and lives in his own home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida with his wife Theresa. From kindergarten through eight grade, Jim attended Our Lady of Peace Catholic School located on Van Aken Blvd. His family moved to Bedford Heights in 1965 and he graduated from Bedford High School in 1970. While at Bedford High, Jim was a good college preparatory student and an excellent athlete. In 1974, Jim graduated from Ohio University where he was a Cum Laude graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications. Jim received his Ohio Real Estate License in 1976. In his early years in real estate, Jim was licensed with his Dad, Michael J. Catalano, who was broker/owner of M.J. Catalano Realty. Jim began selling real estate in 1976 while working in sales and marketing for the Cleveland Barons National Hockey League team located at the Coliseum in Richfield, Ohio. While always maintaining his Ohio Real Estate license, Jim entered the corporate business world in 1979 where he obtained over 20 years of successful experience in selling corporate travel management solutions to senior-level management of many major corporations. During these years Jim developed his excellent professional skills in new business development, consultative sales, sales/account management, proposal development & formal presentations and in sales training & development. Jim possesses a positive attitude with outstanding interpersonal and motivational skills. His past positions have been with National Car Rental and Alamo Rent-a-Car. While with The American Express Co. in Cleveland as Corporate Sales Manager from 1984-1994, he successfully sold the Corporate Card System and Travel Management Services to senior-level management of corporations in Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Jim received Sales Excellence Award five consecutive years for outstanding sales achievement while at American Express. Jim was also Director of Corporate Sales at Traveline Carlson Wagonlit from 1997 to 1999. In 1999, Jim re-entered the real estate industry full time and started laying the ground work and test marketed his ideas for this very new and innovated concept in the residential real estate industry. In 2001, Jim was Manager of Business Development for The Smythe Cramer Company at their corporate headquarters in Seven Hills, Ohio. While at Smythe Cramer he learned how inflexible the large real estate firms were in fulfilling the intrinsic needs of homeowners and homebuyers. After leaving Smythe Cramer, Jim became Publisher of Broker Agent Magazine in 2002. Broker Agent Magazine is a National Real Estate Magazine published in 20+ major US markets. Broker Agent Magazine is America’s Trade Magazine for the Real Estate Professional. The magazine’s valuable editorial information helped realtors and readers grow professionally while educating them about everything related to the real estate industry. During these years. Jim was test marketing and laying the ground work for launching Great Choice Realty whith was officially opened in the Spring of 2004. Jim is the father of two boys, Austin and Dean. He enjoys jogging, playing and watching most sports and riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Jackie L. Fisher- Real Estate Agent/Consultant
jackielfisher@aol.com
216-337-9922
Ohio Real Estate License # 000450568

I am pleased to announce the addition Jackie Fisher as a new real estate agent with our company. Jackie grew up in Solon and Graduated from Solon High School. She is a Cum Laude graduate and earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Elon College which is located in North Carolina. Jackie has been a licensed real estate agent since 2000. While at the Smythe Cramer Co. for 2 years she mentored under Donna Glazer, one of the top realtors in Northeast Ohio. She has worked for Smythe Cramer Co for 5 years where she also received her ABR, (Accredited Buyers Agent) affiliation. Jackie currently lives in Lyndhurst. She conducts home buying seminars and always gives 110% commitment to all of her sellers and buyers. Jackie may be contacted at 216-337-9922.

Eric Puening -Real Estate Agent/ Consultant
pun7874@aol.com
444-263-9940
Ohio Real Estate License # 2005006673

Eric Puening grew up in Strongsville and graduated from Strongsville High School in 1998. After high school, Eric attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where he graduated in 2003 with a finance major. Eric has been involved in the finance industry for the last 5 years. During that period he has worked at several mortgage companies and one title company. Being in those positions sparked his interest in selling real estate. He acquired his license in 2005 and is looking forward to using his past experience of marketing, finance, and technology expertise to match buyers and sellers of homes in the Cleveland area. Contact him today to see what he can offer you and how he can save you a lot of money.

Kristal Maistros -Real Estate Agent/Consultant
kcw421@msn.com
440-488-1318
Kristal Maistros has been a Northeast Ohio resident for 38 years. Her family relocated from Columbus, Ohio in 1968 to Richmond Heights. She moved to Chardon in 1971 where she graduated in 1980 from Chardon High School as Kristal Wilson. After graduating, she moved back to her roots in Columbus and pursued a career in retail management. After successfully managing one of the Limited divisions top retail stores, Kristal was transferred back to Northeast, Ohio to restructure one of their Beachwood stores. Seeking a more diverse career path in 1985 she attended Cuyahoga Community College to pursue a degree in marketing. Kristal devoted all of the 90's to her family as an at home Mom. In 2001 she began utilizing her Marketing skills in various sales positions. In 2005, Kristal decided that her education, people skills, experience and personality are best suited for the real estate industry. Kristal is the Mother of four children. She has a passion for houses, cooking and painting. Kristal enjoys running with her dogs and spending time with her children. Please call Kristal Maistros at 440-488-1318 to discuss your real estate needs. | |

Kevin Gordon -Real Estate Agent/Consultant
Kgordon4@gmail.com
440-336-5078-CELL 216-927-1131-FAX
Ohio Real Estate License # 2006005594

Kevin Gordon grew up in Copley, Ohio and graduated from Copley High School in 1997. After high school, Kevin attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where he graduated in 2001 obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications, majoring in Communication Systems Management, with a minor in Business. Kevin has been involved in the Telecommunications industry for the last 3 years. During that period he has worked at Progressive Insurance as a Telecommunications Operations Specialist. Kevin has always liked the idea of good investments and has successfully bought, fixed, rented, and sold several investment homes. Kevin loves to work with technology and houses and is very motivated to help anyone with buying or selling their house. Kevin has knowledge and good connections with the southeastern markets. Currently, his Dad and step mom are selling in Florida, Georgia and both Carolinas." Kevin's cousin, Robert Comeriato, sells real estate in Naples, Florida. Kevin enjoys running, swimming, biking, skiing, playing basketball, and will never turn down a request for a table tennis match. Call Kevin at 440-336-5078 to discuss how he can help you with your real estate needs.

Jim Daniel- Real Estate Agent/Consultant
jamesdaniel@sbcglobal.net
216-322-6000
Bio forth coming

Earl Dolinar- Real Estate Broker/Consultant


Bio info forth coming.