About Kate

Kate’s journey into the business community is one of passion, service, and connection. Her background has equipped her with strong communication skills, a high level of professionalism, and a heartfelt commitment to serving clients and their families. She finds great joy in being part of their next chapter—and is always just a text or call away.

Born and raised on the Island of Venice, Kate now lives in Sarasota County with her husband, a Certified Public Accountant, their two boys, and their niece and nephew. With a father who is a licensed general contractor, homes have always been at the heart of her life. She spent her younger years helping on job sites and developed a keen eye for spotting potential in properties needing a little TLC.

Over the past decade, Kate has served the community in a range of leadership roles, all tied together by a single thread: helping people thrive. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Education and a master’s in Educational Leadership from USF and began her career as a teacher before moving into school administration. She served as an assistant principal at Pine View School for the Gifted, Sarasota Middle, and Woodland Middle, where she built strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and local partners.

As life evolved, so did her calling. Kate transitioned her passion for service into the world of real estate and home staging, driven by a desire to make the home-selling process smoother and more successful for families. Her client-first approach focuses on clear communication, trust, transparency, and data-driven strategy.

With her background in leadership, Kate values collaboration at the core of her business. She does not view herself as a competitor to fellow Realtors, but as a trusted partner who enhances the team’s efforts. Her goal is to be a seamless, professional, and resourceful extension of any real estate team—someone who brings added value through strategic staging, thoughtful communication, and shared commitment to client success.

As the owner and operator of Suncoast Home Staging, she helps sellers reduce days on market and increase their bottom line—empowering them to confidently leverage professional staging as a strategic advantage in today’s competitive market.

LICENSED REALTOR®/TOP PRODUCER

Luxury Home Marketing Specialist

The Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) designation is a professional certification for real estate agents specializing in the luxury home market. This designation is awarded by The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing and is designed to recognize agents who have demonstrated expertise and success in selling high-end residential properties.

SUNCOAST HOME STAGING

Accredited Staging Professional®

A professional designation for real estate staging experts. ASPs are trained to prepare homes for sale by enhancing their appeal to potential buyers through effective staging techniques.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

International Association of Home Staging Professionals

IAHSP aims to elevate the standards of the home staging industry by offering comprehensive training and certification programs. This helps ensure that staging professionals are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively prepare homes for sale.

RISING STAR DESIGNATION

Five Star Professional

A Five Star Professional in real estate is a designation awarded to real estate agents who provide exceptional service and overall client satisfaction. Clients rate their real estate agents on various criteria, such as communication, market knowledge, integrity, negotiation skills, and overall satisfaction.

“Kate's insight and advice to my clients was invaluable. After a few days of making some adjustments to their home, we shot new photos, and the next day received a request for a showing.”

- RUTH LAURENT, REALTOR®

Whether you're already working with a REALTOR® or still exploring your options — Suncoast Home Staging has you covered. We proudly offer professional, REALTOR®-friendly home staging services designed to elevate your listing and attract qualified buyers.

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