THE BARRY TEAM - Key Persons
In 2020 Alejandra joined The Barry Team, especially excited to work alongside Emily and immerse herself in extensive real estate training. Ally loves to look for opportunities in her community to volunteer her time and give back. Boasting a degree from York University's theatre program, Ally loves working alongside Emily and Joe to create video content and unique social media marketing. When she is not selling real estate, you will find her spending time with her husband and dog, Benny.
What she brings to your experience
With an infectious personality, amazing interpersonal skills, and a passion for quality service, Ally is committed to providing a fun first-class experience for her clients!
Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, Ally is uniquely skilled to help clients from diverse backgrounds.
Always staying on top of the ever-changing real estate market, Ally is eager to help her clients navigate any challenges and obstacles and have a successful move. If you are looking for a super friendly, knowledgeable, detail-oriented agent Ally should be your top pick!
Job Titles:
- Deals & Operations Manager
Alicia grew up in Welland, but moved around Niagara Region a lot as a child, living in Niagara Falls, Ridgeway, and Port Dalhousie as well. This gives her a truly intimate understanding of the many communities in the Niagara municipality. When she's not focused on real estate, she loves playing sports and coaching her kids, trying new restaurants with friends, spending endless days at the beach, and binging the newest series on Netflix.
What she brings to your experience
Alicia joined the Barry Team as the Deals & Systems Coordinator, but shifted into an operations role once she found her niche. She is the creative mind behind the Barry Team social media accounts and monthly newsletter, and works hard to create new systems to keep everyone on track, while overseeing all operations.
From retail to an administrative position at an engineering firm to hospitality work in a hotel, Alicia has a varied career background that's given her many transferable skills.
She's a quick learner who works with each agent on a daily basis to ensure listings are correct, necessary paperwork is submitted on time, and that the entire follow-up process runs smoothly for clients. Her bubbly and friendly personality makes her a joy to be around!
With over a decade of experience, Amy is a trusted expert in the Niagara region, specializing in West Lincoln, Lincoln, and Grimsby. Since 2012, she has been helping clients buy and sell homes, ensuring every transaction is smooth and enjoyable. With a background in Customer Service and Sales Management, real estate became a natural career for Amy, blending her passion for homes with her commitment to exceptional service.
Amy's strong connection to the community and her long-standing roots in West Lincoln drive her passion for supporting local growth. Clients value her patience, calm demeanour, and her ability to truly listen. She's known for a low-pressure approach and quick responses, leaving no questions unanswered.
Amy has taken her business to new heights, delivering a fun, easy, and stress-free experience for her clients.
In her free time, Amy enjoys up-cycling furniture, camping, and exploring Niagara's many great restaurants, wineries, and shops.
Looking for a professional who truly cares about your real estate goals? Amy is ready to help you find your perfect home!
Anthony is a valedictorian graduate of the Toronto Film School's Writing for Film and Television Program. Having worked in the hospitality industry since he was a teenager, Anthony is well apt in the service graces and possesses a high level of people skills. An infectious personality with a room at home devoted solely to James Bond films and novels, Anthony has been passionate about real estate since acquiring his first house in his mid-twenties. Obtaining his real estate license in 2019, Anthony hit the ground running, training alongside Emily Barry to become a residential and investment real estate expert.
What he brings to your experience
Devoted to helping all his clients get the best value they can for their homes while providing expert knowledge, Anthony is committed to helping people find their perfect property and knows the Niagara community inside and out.
Dividing his time between Niagara and Toronto, Anthony is your go-to agent for any relocations or properties of interest beyond the Niagara Region.
Dayana Zuluaga is a dedicated real estate expert fluent in both English and Spanish. With a degree in Tourism and Business Development, she brings a strong foundation in customer service and business acumen to every real estate transaction.
Why Dayana is amazing!!!
Her experience in both hospitality and real estate has honed her ability to understand and anticipate clients' needs, ensuring a smooth and successful journey whether they are buying, selling, or investing. Dayana is known for her hardworking nature, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to providing personalized service.
Believing that finding the perfect home or investment should be an exciting and rewarding experience, Dayana approaches each opportunity with enthusiasm and a results-driven mindset. She is dedicated to making the real estate journey seamless and successful.
Ready to turn real estate dreams into reality, Dayana Zuluaga is the professional to guide you every step of the way.
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Sales Representative
At The Barry Team, selling homes is more than just
Emily entered the workforce at the age of 14, with an innate hustler spirit and affinity for keeping multiple jobs and working long hours. Perseverance was one of her superpowers-and it still is. After spending six years in the hospitality industry, and three years as a flight attendant, Emily decided to move back to her hometown of Niagara and keep both feet on the ground. Combining her strong people skills and unrivaled work ethic, she launched a career in real estate not knowing what to expect, though all her previous work and networking experiences set her up perfectly to run a top-notch real estate business.
Emily is the leader of The Barry Team with almost two decades of experience selling real estate in Niagara Region. She obtained her real estate license in 2003 at the young age of 25 and within one year she was married and started a family. As a brand-new realtor with two young children, Emily faced obvious time management challenges, but also some harsh discouragement from external opinions. But this only fuelled her drive to succeed.
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Communications & Client Relations Manager
Jennifer is a true leader in the real estate administration world, and certainly a force to be reckoned with. When Jen is not managing Emily's schedule and putting out real estate fires, you can find her nurturing a good book by the water with her dog, Lewie, thinking of good deeds to do for others, or baking up a storm of gluten-free treats for the next team meeting.
What she brings to your experience
Jennifer started her position with the Barry Team in 2018. After intensive training with Emily, she was catapulted into the real estate world headfirst.
With an expansive background in tech and accounting, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge that perfectly compliments his wife Emily Barry's services. Prior to joining his wife in real estate, Joe worked as a Chartered Accountant, sometimes managing billion-dollar accounts.
What he brings to your experience
Joe is the best person to have on your side when navigating the finances of buying or selling a home or investing. He knows just what it takes to get the best deal possible and has a knack for explaining the ins and outs of building wealth through real estate.
Joe's amazing skills give the Barry Team a unique advantage and his creative flair and dedication to mastering his craft have taken the Barry Team's innovative media services to new heights.
Joe is also our exclusive marketer and brings a variety of skills to the team. His love of technology leads the team's unmatched marketing efforts and provides sellers with an extensive market reach. Joe is the mastermind behind The Barry Team's unmistakable photography and videography and is recognized locally as an industry leader in real estate marketing.
With over fifteen years of expertise in sales, marketing, and management, Kara Bishop is a seasoned professional specializing in real estate for the past five years. Her seamless blend of professionalism and genuine warmth has positioned her as a beacon in the industry and a perfect fit for The Barry Team.
As a dedicated mother of two, Kara effortlessly navigates the demands of family life while excelling in the dynamic world of real estate. Her journey in the industry has not only honed her skills but has also fostered deep connections within her community.
Recognized for her exceptional multitasking and negotiation prowess, Kara stands as a respected figure deeply intertwined with the heartbeat of her community. In every transaction, she embodies the spirit of team collaboration, ensuring that clients experience unwavering support and an advocate fiercely championing their best interests.
Job Titles:
- Sales Support Specialist & REALTOR®
Kristen joins The Barry Team with over 13 years of experience in the real estate industry. Her diverse background includes managing teams, supporting solo agents, operations management, training, and administrative assistance. Additionally, Kristen has firsthand experience as a licensed Realtor, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of all the moving parts involved in transactions. She will be joining the team as our Sales Support Specialist and part-time Sales Agent.
Kristen is known for her natural communication skills and her ability to connect with diverse personality types, effortlessly building relationships with everyone she works with. Her passion for positively impacting lives is evident in all she does.
Kristen's organizational skills and attention to detail are second to none-checklists are her specialty! As a working mom to three kids under the age of six, she excels at adapting to constant change, staying organized, and striving to balance her personal and professional life. We are thrilled to have Kristen join the team.
Drawn to The Barry Team for its vibrant culture, dynamic personalities, and successful agents, Kristen is eager for a fresh change and to be in the company of like-minded individuals, including several working moms who support one another. She looks forward to working alongside the best in the industry and contributing to the team's growth and success.
With a background in Event and Craft Brewery Management, Lea brings a wealth of organizational and business expertise to her real estate career. Lea stands out as a community-oriented guide and excels as a negotiator, ensuring favourable outcomes for both buyers and sellers. Beyond the transactional aspect, she's dedicated to shaping homes and nurturing communities. Her personal passions include hiking and surfing the Great Lakes, reflecting her adventurous spirit and love for the outdoors, which further enriches her ability to connect with clients.
What she brings to your experience
With a sincere desire to offer a unique experience to each and every client, Lea is a natural when it comes to building relationships and her core values are honesty, integrity and community. You can always expect genuine, trustworthy service when working with Lea.
Lea's passion for real estate began at a young age. In her early twenties, she became a recurring homeowner and was the go-to "Realtor-in-Training" for all her friends looking to break into the market.
Lea is always learning new skills and technology in order to help her clients navigate the ever-changing real estate market, whilst staying on top of real estate trends. She is detail-oriented, adaptable and a keen problem solver. If you are on the hunt for a Realtor with a think-outside-the-box approach, give her a call today!
We're thrilled to welcome Lisa Little to the Barry Team! Lisa is a fantastic broker known for her attention to detail and top-notch customer service. Her hard work ethic and lovely personality make her a perfect fit for our team. Raised in Niagara Falls and now living in Chippawa, Lisa has an incredible depth of local knowledge and market trends. She offers authentic insights and genuinely cares about helping her clients find their dream homes.
Lisa's journey into real estate took off when she worked as a Client Care Representative in a local real estate office. Her enthusiasm for the industry quickly shone through, and she became known for her troubleshooting skills and excellent communication. Inspired to dive deeper into real estate, Lisa continued her studies at Humber College, where she further honed her expertise. With 25 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant at Niagara Casinos, where she dabbled in Human Resources and Marketing, Lisa brings a wealth of expertise to the table. She's a pro at handling complex tasks and making everything run smoothly.
On top of all that, Lisa's background in the Law Clerk program at Niagara College gives her a unique edge in understanding real estate legalities. Her genuine care for her clients, combined with her passion and knowledge, makes her an amazing choice for your realtor. We're so excited to have Lisa on our team, and we know she'll be a tremendous asset to our team!
Choosing Mario for your next property transaction is an excellent decision. With his extensive experience and passion for assisting first-time homebuyers and investors, he brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to the table.
Mario's diverse cultural perspective, coupled with his technical expertise in construction and engineering, ensures a tailored and informed approach to your real estate needs.
His enthusiastic personality and commitment to excellence make him the perfect partner for buying or selling your property
We are thrilled to welcome Miguel Lacroix to our team! Miguel brings a unique blend of experience, dedication, and a customer-centric approach. He is genuine, loyal, and reliable, known for his hard-working nature and commitment. As a family man who has lived in Niagara Falls, ON for the past decade, Miguel is well-respected in the community for his caring nature and willingness to go the extra mile. He quietly listens and is always seeking information and solutions, making him an innovative thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit. His home renovation and ground-up construction background further enhances his value to our team.
With 14 years as a Manufacturing Process Engineer II and 9 years as a Quality Engineer, Miguel's professional journey is marked by excellence and dedication. He holds a Manufacturing Engineering Technologist diploma from Niagara College and has completed training such as the Dale Carnegie Course and a seminar on dealing with difficult people. Bilingual in English and French, he enjoys hockey, golf, travelling, meditation, real estate investing, reading, music, and personal development. Miguel has also been a trainer and assistant coach for Welland minor Hockey Select Midget "A" and played Junior B hockey for the Welland Cougars. We are excited to have Miguel merge into our team, blend in with our culture, and add his own flair. Welcome aboard, Miguel!
Shelby is a high-energy, detail-oriented agent who joined the Barry Team in 2018. Shelby excels at forming lifelong friendships with her clients, and you can be sure that she will always be on top of her game. If you want a super high-energy, dedicated and knowledgeable agent, Shelby is your girl!
What she brings to your experience
Shelby brings an infectious positive attitude and possesses an exceptional work ethic. A lifelong Niagara resident who is active in her community, Shelby demonstrates excellent customer service skills and is super passionate about real estate.
Shelby takes the time to absorb information from as many sources as possible, and is always searching for new and innovative ways to help her clients succeed.
Shelby recognizes that today's agent needs to be ready for change. She is flexible and able to improvise and adapt to changing technology, market fluctuations, and increased financial and mortgage regulations. Shelby is constantly on the lookout for educational opportunities to learn more about the real estate industry.
Job Titles:
- General Manager
- Key Member
Tina Ferreria has been working alongside The Barry Team since 2024, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to her role as General Manager. Tina has been a force in the real estate industry since 2015, collaborating with some of Niagara's top-producing Realtors, Brokers, and Teams. Her diverse background includes roles as an administrator, deals secretary, personal assistant, and operations manager, with a special focus on mentoring programs that nurture new Realtors.
Tina brings a wealth of experience in customer service, having moved eight times herself and managing custom home builds and major renovations. Her personal journey makes her incredibly compassionate and empathetic, allowing her to deeply connect with our clients and our team members. Tina's visual arts background and keen eye for design, coupled with her passion for marketing and social media, have been invaluable in enhancing our team's presence.
A dedicated mom of three and a fur baby, Tina brings her nurturing spirit and organizational skills to our operations. On a personal note, Emily B. is overjoyed to work with Tina, describing her as a long-lost soulmate in the real estate world. We are confident that Tina's dynamic skill set and vibrant personality continue to make a significant impact on our team and clients.