We’re so happy to announce that Eric Steuernagle, broker-owner of Fairground Real Estate in Great Barrington and current association President has been selected as the 2020 REALTOR of the YEAR for Berkshire County!  His dedication to help educate, unite and keep the REALTORS safe and moving forward during the time of the COVID crisis reflected hours and hours of service to the Berkshire REALTORS.  He has helped us champion home-ownership rights during this time and serves our industry in the bigger picture as well.  You can send Eric congratulation via email  or Facebook or card to Fairground Real Estate, 631 South Main Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230.

Eric has worked on a local level for many years, serving in leadership in 2017 as a Director, then moving up to Secretary-Treasurer, Vice President and Presidents. He has served for years on the Professional Standards Committee as an Ombudsman, on the Contract & Forms Committee and in various leadership positions throughout his tenure.

In 2019, Eric was awarded the ‘Good Neighbor’ award for outstanding commitment to his community.  Eric contributes so much energy and enthusiasm for the success of the Breaking Bread Kitchen and Pantry, working out of the American Legion in Sheffield.  He also excels in coaching of youth sports, and is involved in the Real Estate Agent’s Charitable Taskforce (REACT).

He is passionate about giving back to the community – stepping up to lead and give. He is broker-owner of Fairground Real Estate in Great Barrington, where he has been a resident for over 18 years.… Read on

Background:

Eric Steuernagle first joined the Berkshire County Board of Realtors in 2007 and was an active volunteer serving the association since that time.  He has a passion for professionalism in our industry and making the market work efficiently for clients represented by Berkshire REALTOR members.  He began taking leadership roles on the Professional Standards and Real Estate Contract and forms Committee in 2014. He joined the Board of Directors in 2015, after he was elected by his peers for two terms as Director, and in 2018 Secretary/Treasurer.  In 2019, he ascended to Vice Presidency and was elected 2020 President at the Annual Meeting. He is active as a Town Monitor for Great Barrington, and is a trained Ombudsman seeking to resolve consumer and Realtor disputes.  Throughout his tenure on the Board of Realtors, he has served in critical capacities such as Finance, Audit and Investment Committee, Personnel, Strategic Planning and Charitable Service.

His primary priority this year is making sure the agents, and especially the broker-owners who are responsible for all agents have the tools and education needed to excel on behalf of their clients.  He is working with the board and volunteers to launch new education and services for Designated REALTORS and has issued a challenge to all REALTOR members to obtain their Commitment To Excellence endorsement from the National Association of REALTORS.  This program allows Realtors to measure their proficiency in the 11 elements of professionalism, known as the C2EX Competencies. Based on the results, the platform will generate customized learning paths, recommend experiences, and provide tools and resources to increase knowledge and enhance skill-sets. … Read on