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Abbott joins Engel & Völkers Lake Placid as NYS licensed real estate agent; Serving specialized property needs in the area

Lake Placid, NY According to Engel & Völkers Lake Placid, Brenda Abbott will join the firm as a New York State licensed real estate agent, dedicated to serving the specialized, residential property needs within the area. “Brenda makes a wonderful addition to our talented team,” said  Colleen Holmes, broker/managing partner of Engel & Völkers Lake Placid. “Our real estate advisors are very highly trained and dedicated to their professions and truly understand our clients’ needs in the greater Lake Placid real estate market. I am confident that Brenda will feel perfectly at home in our shop and will help us achieve even greater success.” Abbott is a native of Lake Placid, and with her husband Steve, are second generation owners of Adirondack Awards, Inc. which was recently sold and is now operating as Adirondack Awards and Promotions. She is experienced in the various aspects of small business ownership, sales, personnel, marketing, and production duties throughout her 30 years in the business. She faces this new career opportunity in real estate with enthusiasm and excitement, drawing on her familiarity with the Lake Placid Region and personal and business experience. She also plans to become a licensed Engel & Völkers agent in Florida, which will open up greater opportunities for the business and their customers. “This is a wonderful new opportunity that I plan to embrace and enjoy,” said Abbott.
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