WELCOME TO DFW - Key Persons
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Agent
- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
Combining her passion for real estate and design with a tireless drive to help clients succeed, Ashley Mooring is a powerhouse agent, known for creatively and effectively handling real estate transactions. Her client-first approach and concierge-level service artfully connect people with extraordinary homes and lifestyles across the DFW metroplex. With prior experience and proven success in business, marketing and design, Ashley knows how to market for results and delivers plans that are customized to attract the right buyers.
Ashley is consistently a top producer at Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty and leads with integrity, exemplary customer service, strong values and the highest standards in real estate. With more than fifteen years of experience living and working in Fort Worth, Ashley has specialized knowledge of the central classic neighborhoods and downtown urban areas, as well as the surrounding suburbs, and her expertise goes as far as Possum Kingdom Lake where she owns a second home.
Her affinity for all things home extends to remodeling, space management, architecture and design. Ashley's success in helping clients sell homes is built from a proven system that includes a customized, full-service package, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience. Her approach expertly positions her clients' properties in the market to attract the most qualified buyers. When working with buyers, Ashley leverages her vast knowledge of DFW and utilizes every resource to pinpoint the perfect home to suit her buyers' lifestyle.
"It is a privilege to get to know my clients on a personal level and help them find the home that fits their needs," says Ashley. "To me, real estate is always more than a transaction-it's about building relationships. Further, the Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty brand allows me to present my clients with superior opportunities they can't find anywhere else." Ashley is actively engaged with the preeminent global network of agents, providing superior marketing and exposure, and has vast connections with qualified buyers, locally and worldwide.
A native Texan with a BBA from the University of Texas, Ashley cheers for both the Longhorns and her home team, the TCU Horned Frogs. She is actively involved in her son's school, Fort Worth Country Day, and supports many local organizations and philanthropies. Ashley also enjoys exercising, watching her son's sporting events, traveling, home design and listening to live music-especially on a good patio!
If you are looking to buy or sell, Ashley invites you to experience her dedication, entrepreneurial spirit and style that sells.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
For twenty-five years, people across the Metroplex have turned to Becky Oliver to get results. She has built a reputation for being a champion for the people and for getting the job done. When people think of Becky Oliver, they know it's a name they can trust. Why? She loves helping people and believes everyone should have a strong advocate in their corner. Becky combines twenty-five years of real estate experience with a national award-winning journalism career that spanned three decades. Her knowledge of the real estate industry, coupled with her experience with video, communication, marketing and negotiation, gives her clients the upper hand in any transaction. Her investigative reporting background gives her a unique skill in market research and analysis, a big plus for anyone buying or selling.
Becky is passionate about East Dallas. She and her husband, a retired attorney, have lived in Lakewood and Forest Hills for more than twenty-five years and have invested in rental property in the area. They've been personally involved in more than thirty real estate transactions. After retiring from television news in 2015, Becky hit the ground running to work full time in residential real estate. In 2018 and 2019, she was named a "Top Producer" for Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. In 2020, she was also named a "D Best" agent by D Magazine. Becky is most proud of selling one of her listings in Preston Hollow (listed for $2,765,000) in just seventeen days. Becky brings a wealth of knowledge to her clients about neighborhoods and schools. Her six children attended twelve public and private schools including St. Mark's, Episcopal School of Dallas, Woodrow Wilson, Preston Hollow, Ursuline, Jesuit, St. Thomas Aquinas and St. John's Episcopal School.
Becky attended Kansas State University on a full scholarship. She holds a Master's of Science degree in Journalism from Northwestern University. Becky was honored with twenty Emmy Awards during her television career. Her investigations into the real estate and mortgage industry also led to the conviction of dozens of fraudsters and changed the loan servicing laws in Texas. In 2015, the Texas Legislature honored her with a proclamation and declaration for her 'exceptional achievement.' Becky is a parishioner at St. Thomas Aquinas Church where she is active in Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) and Walking with Purpose, a women's bible study. She is also active with Hope Supply Co, a non-profit that helps homeless kids in the Metroplex.
Her tireless work ethic, captivating personality and commitment to integrity make her an easy first choice for buyers and sellers.
Ben has been conducting international business in Europe and Asia since 2000. Based in China, he serves as Executive Vice President of International Business for the brokerage, as well as its Chief Financial Officer. He is also the CEO of Co.RE, the Coworking Real Estate Opportunity Fund, which serves investors eager to diversify capital into U.S. and European real estate.
Ben has been conducting international business in Europe and Asia since 2000. Based in China, he serves as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of International Business for the brokerage. Ben advises global investors on their capital allocations for US real estate investment with a particular focus on Texas and US gateway cities.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
Bridget has a remarkable ability to help her clients discover what's most important to them when buying or selling their home. Her extensive research and thorough analysis ensure an in-depth and holistic understanding of the market. Bridget uses this insight to develop and implement a sales and marketing strategy designed to optimize her clients' return on investment.
Bridget keeps her clients informed and serves as a candid and trusted advisor throughout the entire real estate transaction. Her personal passion for architecture, design, lighting and landscape help her to envision the true potential of a property, ensuring that you invest in not only the right property, but in the property that's right for you. She is a skilled and experienced negotiator able to consistently secure the most favorable outcome for her clients.
Bridget enjoyed a successful 20 year career in sales and marketing with best in class companies including The Walt Disney Company prior to committing herself to real estate. Over the course of her career, Bridget generated annual sales in excess of $1 billion, managed a yearly marketing budget of more than $80 million, and negotiated complex corporate contracts. During her distinguished tenure in Corporate America, Bridget honed her analytical, communication and negotiation skills. Her coworkers and customers characterized Bridget as consummately professional, collaborative, and meticulous.
Bridget was born and raised in southern Louisiana, graduated from Louisiana State University, was active in the Chi-Omega sorority, and has lived in the Dallas Metroplex since the early 1990's. Bridget has a teenage stepdaughter, and she and her husband share their home with two Doberman Pinschers and two cats. Bridget and her husband regularly participate in charity runs throughout the Metroplex, and enjoy hiking, sailing, scuba diving, skiing, gardening, and riding their motorcycles.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
David Fielden has been in the real estate business since 1993 and held the #1 sales position in his previous brokerage. He is very experienced in relocation and all aspects of real estate including negotiations, managing the transaction process and complete communication with all parties. Offering professional real estate services and working with home buyers, sellers, investors, and commercial real estate, he markets properties and help buyers find their perfect home in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and rural property in surrounding counties. He is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and is very experienced in the luxury home market and resale, as well as new homes and build jobs. Having been in real estate for twenty-two years, he has acquired strong negotiating and technological skills and offers tremendous attention to detail. Please email him with any real estate needs.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
Grady Shropshire, a Fort Worth native, attended TCU and earned a finance degree from the Neeley School of Business. During college, he worked as a real estate agent for a local firm and after graduation, worked as a Landman in the oil-and-gas industry. That occupation gave him a full knowledge of mineral interest and ownership.
His family has been in the real estate business in Fort Worth for more than 100 years. His great-grandfather started his own real estate firm there in 1906. With deep roots and family ties to the Fort Worth market, Grady followed naturally in his family's footsteps. Admiring his family's accomplishments in real estate not only created his passion for the industry but also his interest in houses and architecture. He was named to the Fort Worth Magazine Top Realtor list for 2021 as well as Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Fort Worth top producer and Spirit in the Sky awards recipient for 2020.
In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and being outdoors, plus music and spending time with family and friends. He attends Christ Chapel Bible Church and is a member of The Rivercrest Country Club, Steeplechase Club, the National Association of Realtors and the Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors.
Another passion is loyalty. "Ever since I was a kid," he says, "loyalty has always been one of the most important aspects in my life and friendships. To me, it is a foundation in life - and it is equally important to feel like I provide that to others. I will always be loyal to my clients and have their best interests at heart."
Grady loves getting his clients exactly what they want. He has a keen eye for locating great properties, an understanding of land titles and mineral ownership and a knowledge of Fort Worth culture - all of which makes him the expert when it comes to every real-estate need.
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Relocation & Referral Consultant
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
Jessica leads the brokerage's sales managers across North Texas, works with the firm's executives to provide strategic direction for the company and provides leadership and management to the exceptional agents in its flagship Turtle Creek office. An industry veteran, she most recently served as the Vice President of Affiliate Services for Sotheby's International Realty, consulting with affiliate owners and leaders in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
Kim Bedwell's results are as big as the state of Texas. The highly skilled top producer hails from Dallas and distinguishes herself with a proven background in construction and interior design. But it's her ability to launch homes on the world stage and to match people with property, that truly set her apart. In 2019, Kim achieved over $24 million in sales, placing her in the upper echelon of agents citywide. She is best known for her seamless, full-service approach, trademark customer care, and creative solutions that continue to raise the bar. In fact, her unrivaled client commitment results in long lasting client relationships that go well beyond the sale.
Proud to call Southlake home for over sixteen years, Kim brings credibility and local knowledge to help people buy and sell in the neighborhood. Clients go to Kim for her authenticity and honest approach, translating to happy clients and a loyal following of repeats and referrals. Clients say, "It's her ability to connect with people that truly make her a pleasure to be around." However, she is equally precise and focused, delivering strategic marketing plans and extensive contract experience to every detail of the transaction. "I am data driven," says Kim. "I monitor and know the market areas I work in. I hustle. I think outside the box and problem solve when situations arise, so my clients don't have to. I also have a few tricks up my sleeve that only a seasoned agent can provide."
The proud mother of two lives in Winding Creek, an area prized for its tight knit feel and proximity to the Town Square. Kim loves walking her Old English Sheepdog rescue along its vibrant trails. When she is not showing homes or closing a sale, Kim can be found on the patio with a margarita in hand or traveling and scouring design shops for inspiration. She also believes in giving back, volunteering in the schools and with the Miracle League of Southlake. For unmatched service and local expertise, there is no better choice than Kim. Give her a call when you're ready to make a move. She would be honored to assist with any and all of your Dallas area real estate needs.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
With more than 20 years of experience in luxury real estate sales, marketing and project management, Maria leads the brokerage's in-house team of marketing professionals, who produce world-class strategies, messaging, advertising, communications and collateral. Maria also works directly with the brokerage's agents, strategizing and developing custom marketing plans for their businesses and their properties.
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- Relocation & Referral Consultant
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
• Nancy Dennis is a North Texas transplant and has lived in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex for twenty-five years. Her extensive knowledge of the cities, neighborhoods, and schools in the area gives her balanced insights to help her clients find a home that's a perfect fit.
• Nancy has achieved many honors such as Top Producer from her brokerage, Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty, "D Best" realtor and top producer designations from D Magazine, as well as top agent and top producer awards from Fort Worth Magazine, Southlake Style and 360 Magazine over the past nineteen years.
• Her years of experience in the financial world as a CPA gives her an edge in the real estate industry. She understands the transaction side from an investment perspective as well as realizing the emotional impact involved in the purchase or sale of a home.
• Nancy works tirelessly to market and sell homes for her clients, using her knowledge as a Luxury Home Marketing Specialist. She arranges for a professional stager on a complimentary basis to make the homes she lists ready for photos that showcase the property. As a Relocation Specialist she works daily and on weekends with her buyers to find just the perfect home for them. Nancy and her team provide their services 24/7, answering and returning calls while always remaining current with emails and texts to stay in contact with their clients.
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- Pricing Strategy Advisor PSA
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Associate
- Broker
- Real Estate Professional
Patrick Bukowitz genuinely listens to his clients and works tirelessly on their behalf. He entered the real estate industry in 2009 and over time became VP of Sales responsible for business development at Scott Carlson Real Estate. After his arrival, the boutique brokerage sold over $50 million in real estate. At the age of 25, he became one of the youngest licensed real estate brokers in Texas.
In 2014, he joined the Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty family. He is consistently ranked and awarded as one of the Top Producers in East Dallas and has sold over $80 million since joining the brokerage. Patrick enjoys working with his clients, keeping them focused, and meeting their goals. "I really like the entire process, whether building a new home, remodeling projects, investing in properties, or helping first time home buyers take the plunge," he says. Patrick also enjoys hosting out-of-towners at his East Dallas AirBnB, educating relocation buyers about the city, and showcasing what Dallas/Fort Worth has to offer. In 2021, Patrick took on the leadership role of social chair for the Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty Lakewood office. He is also involved in the new agent mentoring program.
Being raised by a single working mother instilled in him a strong work ethic that continued through his studies at Southern Methodist University. Patrick was a member of the Christian fraternity, Beta Upsilon Chi, and served as intramural chair of the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. He obtained his BBA in Finance from SMU's Cox School of Business in 2008.
In his leisure time, Patrick can be found volunteering at the USA Film Festival to support the local arts or helping friends start a new East Dallas restaurant. He is also an avid car enthusiast involved in Porsche Club and BMW Club racing events, which have led him to investments in the commercial automotive sector.
Job Titles:
- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
Robbie has led the brokerage for more than 30 of its 60 years - now with consecutive multibillion-dollar years of sales by a growing team of 400-plus agents. He is also committed to international investment in North Texas, traveling frequently throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Robbie's insights appear weekly in his letter in the advertising pages of the Mansion section of The Wall Street Journal.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Broker
- Real Estate Professional
Since joining Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty in 2012, Robert Tyson has received numerous industry accolades, including D Magazine's Individual Top Producer and D Best. Using his thirty-plus years of experience in the Dallas-Fort Worth real estate market, Robert has forged an astounding reputation for service and dedication to his clients as a Broker Associate and Global Real Estate Advisor with Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. With his growth mindset, vast network of client contacts and extraordinary attention to detail, Robert continues to raise the bar. He is consistently a top-producing agent in the Southlake office as well as companywide.
Robert has earned a reputation for protecting his clients' interests and is tenacious about advising them on all facets of the selling and buying process - from contracts to inspections, construction to lending, appraisals to closings. These successes have elicited magazine cover invitations that include Society Life Magazine, Living Magazine and Luxury Home Magazine. "Client service is at the heart of my business," says Robert. "Keeping my clients informed and educated allows me to navigate through the ever-changing marketplace and achieve extraordinary results."
Honest and hardworking, Robert spent the first twenty-five years of his career in the real estate appraisal business. Having co-owned a sizable Fort Worth appraisal company, he worked closely with the area's largest builders, developers, mortgage lenders and title companies. Today, he leverages that experience to offer critical knowledge that gives his clients a clear advantage. "It's important to truly serve your clients' needs and understand their vision, both during and after a sale. For me, meeting those needs and developing relationships and lasting friendships goes much further than any one transaction," he explains. Thanks to his exceptionally loyal clientele, personal referrals and repeat business, Robert not only maximizes opportunities for his clients but also guides them to positive outcomes they never knew were possible.
The cutting-edge marketing strategies and powerful brand value of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty, a leader in Dallas luxury real estate for more than sixty years, have only added to Robert's success. This global network, coupled with his skillful negotiations and drive to succeed, allows Robert to offer a full-service approach to real estate - an approach that is tough to beat.
Robert is currently engaged and lives in Trophy Club with his fiancé, Melissa Burrow, and her nine-year-old daughter, Isabella. Robert is also the proud father of four beautiful daughters (Kara, Katie, Aubrey and Harper) and grandfather to two wonderful grandchildren who reside in Dallas, Pennsylvania.
Robert has lived and built homes in several other parts of North Texas, including Fort Worth, Colleyville, Aledo and Possum Kingdom Lake. Robert and Melissa attend and serve at Gateway Church in Southlake, where he is involved with the Men's Summit and Men's Brigade, the latter of which serves single moms and the disadvantaged through various construction, cleanup and remodeling projects. Robert is also an active member the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, Southlake Executive Forum and MetroTex Association of REALTORS®.
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- CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
- President
Russ leads the brokerage's many day-to-day functions, including sales, marketing, relocation services, finance, technology and operations. He has more than 30 years of experience and achievements in finance, banking and sales management, including president and CEO roles. Russ is exceptionally skilled in mortgages, with leadership in consumer-direct products and more.
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
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- Global Real Estate Advisor
- Real Estate Professional
With over twenty-five years of experience and extensive market knowledge in Fort Worth and surrounding areas, Virginia Durham is recognized for her integrity and commitment to meticulous client service and satisfaction. Her longevity through the decades of real estate cycles has equipped Virginia with impressive marketing insight and adaptability to changing market conditions. Her respected career ranges from assisting first-time buyers to selling high-end luxury properties.
A seasoned technology executive, Will brings 30 years of experience in cutting-edge technology and strategy, supporting both internal and external systems. In the real estate arena, Will has served as a chief information officer and a senior vice president of technology, as well as being the founder and president of his own technology-consulting company.
Zareen is an attorney and a residential real estate broker, with a real estate career that has focused on homebuyers, sellers, developers and investors. With her comprehensive experience in technology, professional methods, tools and regional market knowledge, she leads the brokerage's sales directors, supporting agents in every aspect of their unique businesses.