Congratulations to Our Top 500 Producers Across the Lowcountry with Charleston Real Producers
Congratulations to the Top 500 Real Estate Producers Across the Lowcountry 🎉
Charleston Top 500 Producers 2025 | BHG Real Estate Lowcountry Agents Recognized
Hard work shows up eventually and in 2025, it showed up in a big way.
We’re proud to congratulate four outstanding Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto agents who were recognized across the Lowcountry as Top 500 Producers by Charleston Real Producers. This honor isn’t handed out lightly. It reflects real results, consistent performance, and an unwavering commitment to clients in a competitive market.
Recognized Top 250 Producers – 2025
Amber Dollarhite
Recognized Top 500 Producers – 2025
JaVonna Alexander
Crystal Brodie
Mandy Dinino
Each of these agents put in the hours, navigated shifting market conditions, and showed up day after day for their buyers and sellers. That’s what this recognition is really about service, strategy, and follow-through.
Why This Recognition Matters
Being named a Top 500 Producer by Charleston Real Producers means more than strong sales numbers. It highlights agents who:
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Consistently advocate for their clients
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Adapt quickly in changing markets
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Lead with professionalism and integrity
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Deliver results, not excuses
In a year where many buyers and sellers needed extra guidance and steady leadership, these agents rose to the occasion.
A Win for Clients and the Community
Awards like this reinforce what clients already know: when you work with experienced, committed agents, you’re in good hands. The Lowcountry real estate market demands local knowledge, negotiation skill, and grit—and these four agents brought all three in 2025.
Well done, ladies. This recognition is earned, deserved, and just another chapter in what continues to be impressive careers.
Meet Nishikwa Brown of Summerville, SC – Resilience, Systems, and Real Estate Success
Meet Nishikwa Brown of Summerville, SC — Turning Grit Into Growth
If you haven’t crossed paths with Nishikwa Brown, you’re about to meet a leader who’s redefining how real estate gets done in the Lowcountry, built on persistence, systems, and genuine care.
Nishikwa’s journey didn’t start with instant success. She entered real estate in December 2017 while still grinding in corporate consulting at a Big Four firm. Real estate was her dream, but the first year tested her resolve, she sold only two homes, and her first closing took nine months. Those early days taught her resilience and discipline in ways no certification ever could.
Building Real Success — On Her Terms
Unlike many who jump into teams or big franchises, Nishikwa chose to be a solo agent by design. She built her foundation by understanding every part of the business, from the nuts and bolts of operations to crafting solid processes that minimize chaos and maximize service.
After starting in Columbia, SC, she expanded into the Charleston market in 2020, giving her a broad footprint and the ability to serve both markets well. Along the way, Nishikwa has now helped 100+ families buy and sell homes, a special point of pride for someone who focuses on first-time buyers and relocation clients.
Systems, Strategy & “White-Glove” Service
What separates Nishikwa from many in the business isn’t just closings, it’s how she shows up.
She’s known for:
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Highly organized, detail-oriented client care
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Proactive communication and transparency
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Seamless processes that reduce stress for clients
And, this is key, a lot of her competitive edge comes from systems she’s built for herself. Her passion for structure led her to launch The Agent Factory, a platform helping other agents build scalable businesses without burnout. Because making real estate look easy usually means something behind the scenes isn’t.
Clients don’t just appreciate her knowledge, they remember how Nishikwa made them feel. That’s the Southern way: hospitality with backbone.
Turning Tough Times Into Tools
Let’s be honest, real estate has setbacks. Nishikwa will tell you straight: it wasn’t always a smooth road. She’s faced inconsistent income, self-doubt, and the juggling act of business + motherhood. But she didn’t just survive those seasons, she used them to refine her processes, protect her time, and build sustainability, not just offer transactions.
Tools of the Trade
Nishikwa’s favorites for mindset and growth:
Books
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The Four Agreements
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Atomic Habits
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The ONE Thing
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Unreasonable Hospitality
Podcasts
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Real Estate Rockstars
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The Goal Digger Podcast
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Oprah’s Super Soul Podcast
Those aren’t just buzz picks, they reflect how she blends purpose, productivity, and people-first leading.
Bottom Line
Nishikwa Brown is living proof that slow starts don’t mean slow outcomes. She’s turned early challenges into a thriving brand, built businesses that help others grow, and kept a service heart at the center of it all.
If you’re in real estate, whether starting out or scaling up, watch how she blends heart with strategy. That’s where sustainable success lives.
Lisa D’Amato Named 2025 Top Real Estate Agent with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
🌟 Lisa D’Amato Wins Platinum at CommunityVotes Charleston 2025
When the Charleston community pulls together to choose its favorites, the results don’t lie. In the 2025 CommunityVotes Charleston Awards, Lisa D’Amato of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto earned the Platinum award in the Real Estate Agents category, the top honor in this service group.
This recognition solidifies Lisa’s reputation as one of the Lowcountry’s most trusted and effective agents. It’s a win built on relationships, real results, and local expertise, all wrapped up in a client experience that makes people want to vote for her.
🏡 What This Means for the Charleston Market
Winning Platinum in a community-voted award is more than a badge, it’s a signal that real clients — not just industry peers — appreciate Lisa’s work. She stood out ahead of other highly regarded professionals.
That tells future clients one thing loud and clear: people trust her with one of the biggest decisions of their lives, buying or selling a home.
⭐ Why Lisa Earned the Community’s Trust
Lisa’s approach combines:
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Deep local knowledge of Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry communities (Summerville, North Charleston, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, and beyond).
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Results you can measure: strong sales, solid negotiation, and clear communication.
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A footprint built on personal service: she’s there for clients from day one through closing and beyond.
Winning this award isn’t an accident, it’s the natural outcome of doing the right work the right way.
💬 Q&A — All the Need-to-Know
Q: What award did Lisa D’Amato win?
A: She won Platinum in the Real Estate Agents category at the CommunityVotes Charleston 2025 Awards, the highest placement in that category.
Q: How are winners chosen in CommunityVotes Charleston?
A: Winners are selected by public votes from people who live in and around Charleston, celebrating the local businesses and services they rely on.
Q: What does this recognition say about her work?
A: It shows Lisa is not just well-known, she’s well-liked and respected by clients who feel confident recommending her.
Q: What areas does Lisa serve?
A: She specializes in the Charleston metro and broader Lowcountry, including Summerville, North Charleston, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, and nearby communities.
Q: Why should potential buyers or sellers care about this award?
A: This kind of recognition gives you confidence that you’re working with someone who’s proven, trusted, and delivers results that local residents appreciate.
Charleston Community Votes 2025 Real Estate Winner: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
🏆 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto Takes Platinum in CommunityVotes Charleston 2025
When the people of Charleston speak, the winners matter. In the 2025 CommunityVotes Charleston Awards, your team at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto walked off with the Platinum award in the Real Estate Brokers category, the top honor in the market.
That’s right, local buyers and sellers rated Palmetto #1 among all brokerages in Charleston’s vibrant property market.
What This Win Really Means
This ain’t a participation ribbon. Winning Platinum in the Real Estate Brokers category is proof that your brokerage does more than list houses, it shows you deliver results people feel good about recommending to friends, family, and neighbors. This is trust earned at doorsteps and closings, and it’s reflected in the votes from the community.
You beat out well regarded firms, showing that our mix of innovation, personalization, and Southern service sets you apart.
Why Clients Voted Us #1
The win isn’t about vanity, it’s about value:
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Real results: Strong sales numbers and savvy negotiation translate into outcomes that clients remember and talk about.
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Market leadership: You’ve set the pace in tech and tools that make buying and selling easier, not just flashier.
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Local commitment: Charleston buyers and sellers know Palmetto agents deliver a blend of high professionalism and genuine care.
💬 Q&A
Q: What award did Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto win?
A: The Platinum in the Real Estate Brokers category at the CommunityVotes Charleston 2025 awards, the highest placement in that service category.
Q: Who votes in CommunityVotes Charleston?
A: These awards are community driven: real residents and clients of Charleston vote for their favorite local businesses and service providers.
Q: How does this benefit buyers and sellers?
A: Platinum recognition signals wide community trust, strong performance, and a proven track record of success, all key factors when choosing representation.
Q: Does this reflect agent performance too?
A: Absolutely. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto’s team has strong individual results, including multiple agents closing millions in 2025, which strengthens the brokerage’s reputation.
Q: What makes Palmetto different from other brokerages?
A: From advanced tech adoption and custom systems that streamline transactions to deep local expertise and a client-first culture, Palmetto isn’t just participating in the market, you’re defining it.
International Business Meets Charleston Real Estate: AI, Education, and Team Building | Sarita Kauffman & Eleanor McPherson
International Business Meets Charleston Real Estate: AI, Education, and Team Building | Sarita Kauffman & Eleanor McPherson
When international business savvy meets modern real estate execution, the result isn’t just another real estate team, it’s a culture where people choose to stay, grow, and thrive. That’s the message Sarita Kauffman brought to the Charleston’s Leading Producers Podcast with host Jake Cummings in this forward looking conversation about team leadership, technology, and meaningful growth.
From Global Perspective to Local Impact
Sarita’s journey began with a degree in international business from Brazil. That foundation didn’t just shape her worldview, it reshaped the way she builds and scales her real estate team. Multilingual by design and culturally adaptable by experience, her approach is built to serve Charleston’s increasingly diverse real estate market.
Culture That Keeps Agents Together
One of the stand out takeaways? The heartbeat of any high performing team is its culture. According to Sarita, agents don’t leave teams, they leave cultures. In contrast, her team repeatedly sees past agents return because of the environment she’s intentionally crafted: collaborative, supportive, and centered on growth rather than just commissions.
Why the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Partnership Matters
Growth is strategic. The Kaufman Group’s recent partnership with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in Summerville wasn’t accidental, it was a move designed to strengthen infrastructure, expand reach, and create more opportunities for team members and clients alike.
Serving a Multilingual and Multicultural Community
Charleston isn’t monolithic and neither should its real estate services be. Sarita’s team intentionally serves buyers and sellers from multiple backgrounds and languages, a differentiator in a market that continues to draw global interest.
Real Support for New Agents
Too many new agents hit the market with theory and no runway. Sarita gets real about what new agents need: structured education, access to tools, mentorship, and a team framework that lets them build confidence quickly, not sink in isolation.
AI That Actually Works
Forget buzzwords. The Kaufman Group is building AI tools from the ground up to cut busywork, freeing agents to sell. Sarita shared that their internal systems aim to eliminate 80–90% of repetitive tasks so agents can focus on relationship building and closing business.
Burnout Isn’t a Badge of Honor
In Sarita’s playbook, a salesperson should sell, not be bogged down by admin, listings setup, or workflow drudgery. Intentional use of technology means you work smarter, keep your edge, and protect your longevity in the business.
Giving Back While Growing Forward
Profit isn’t the only metric that matters. Sarita highlighted her team’s involvement with the Schiffa Clinic, reinforcing that community investment, giving back that strengthens local credibility and builds shared success.
Looking Ahead: Vision for 2026
As 2026 unfolds, the Kaufman Group’s north star is clear: build a business where people choose to work for the right reasons, leverage technology that amplifies human value, and serve every corner of Charleston with cultural competence and excellence.
This is real talk from a real top producer.
Nothing sugar-coated.
Nothing surface level.
Just exactly how a Charleston agent went from a painful buying experience to one of the most respected producers in the Lowcountry.
About Charleston’s Leading Producers
Weekly conversations with the highest-producing real estate agents in Charleston.
The ones actually doing the work, 10, 15, even 20+ million in annual volume.
No fluff.
No theory.
Just the strategies, habits, and mindset Charleston’s best agents use to win.
Hosted by Jake Cummings with Lower.com
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Carolina Roots in Cowgirl Boots: Celebrating Wendi Conyers, Winner Berkeley County’s Best Real Estate Agent!
Carolina Roots in Cowgirl Boots: Celebrating Wendi Conyers, Winner Berkeley County’s Best Real Estate Agent!
Exciting News for Berkeley County, and One Very Deserving Agent
Some wins just feel right, and this one hits home.
Please join us in celebrating Wendi Conyers, proudly voted Best Real Estate Agent in Berkeley County by The Berkeley Independent!
This award is no small feat, it reflects the trust, respect, and community support that Wendi has earned through years of hard work, heart, and genuine care for the people she serves.
Carolina Roots in Cowgirl Boots
If you know Wendi, you know this: she’s the perfect blend of Southern grit, small-town heart, and unwavering commitment to her clients.
Her “Carolina Roots in Cowgirl Boots” personality isn’t just a catchy line, it’s who she is.
She shows up ready.
She shows up prepared.
She shows up for you.
Wendi brings local expertise, deep community relationships, and an unshakeable work ethic to every home she lists and every buyer she guides. That mix is rare and people in Berkeley County clearly see it.
Why This Award Matters
The Best Real Estate Agent award isn’t about popularity, it’s about impact.
It recognizes:
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Her dedication to delivering a stress-free experience
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Her ability to negotiate with confidence
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Her heart for educating buyers and sellers
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Her presence in the community
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Her reputation for doing right by her clients
Wendi has built a business on trust, results, and authenticity and this award proves it.
Congratulations, Wendi! This award says what we already knew:
Wendi Conyers is one of Berkeley County’s best, and now it’s official.
Daily Inspiration: Meet JaVonna Alexander
Daily Inspiration: Meet JaVonna Alexander
Full details at https://southcarolinavoyager.com/interview/daily-inspiration-meet-javonna-alexander/
Hi JaVonna, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
JaVonna Alexander is a proud Charleston, SC native and a dedicated real estate professional with a passion for helping families achieve homeownership. She graduated from the University of South Carolina Upstate in May of 2016. She has a dual degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Economics/Finance & Bachelor of Arts in International Business from her one year study abroad experience in Landshut, Germany.
For the past nine years, JaVonna has worked full-time with the federal government while simultaneously building a thriving real estate career. A licensed agent for seven years, she hit the ground running—selling 16 homes in her first year and earning the Rising Star Award from the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors. Since then, she has consistently ranked in the top 5% of Charleston realtors and has helped more than 180 families buy or sell their homes.
JaVonna holds multiple certifications that underscore her expertise and commitment to service, including:
Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®)
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE)
Certified Financial Literacy Consultant
Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)
South Carolina Notary
Above all, JaVonna is a devoted mother to her daughter, Emersyn Marie’. She leads with heart and integrity, striving to serve her clients with excellence and care. JaVonna has successfully completed the real estate broker course and plans to take the licensing exam by the end of the year as she works toward becoming a broker. She is committed to growing in her profession and helping even more families make confident, informed real estate decisions.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
The struggles of being a full time realtor/federal employee and having an involved toddler, but learning balance and living by the calendar
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Real estate, I am proud of my production with me having another full time career and the amount of families that I am able to assist. I build lasting relationships with my clients it is never about just collecting a check
Can you talk to us a bit about the role of luck?
Never luck, ALL GOD
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Javonnaalexander.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javonnatherealtor
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17qMmxAZsv/
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto Wins the Technology Award: Leading the Lowcountry With Innovation
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto Wins the Technology Award: Leading the Lowcountry With Innovation
More details at: https://bhgrecareer.com/bebetterblog/2024-nomination-award-winners/
In a real estate market that moves fast, adapts faster, and demands excellence from every angle, one brokerage is standing out for redefining what it means to be tech-forward, agent-focused, and consumer-obsessed.
This year, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto — headquartered in Mount Pleasant, SC — has been honored with the prestigious Technology Award.
And let’s be honest… this isn’t surprising.
It’s earned.
BHGRE Palmetto has been quietly building one of the most advanced, modern, and effective real estate ecosystems in South Carolina — long before the award was presented.
Innovation at the Core of the Brokerage
While many brokerages “use technology,” BHGRE Palmetto creates it.
This award recognizes a level of innovation that goes beyond tools, apps, and platforms. It celebrates a culture that lives and breathes improvement, efficiency, automation, and smart support for every agent in the company.
Here’s what set Palmetto apart:
✔ A fully custom real estate app
Designed in-house to streamline client communication, property access, and lead management.
✔ Proprietary back-office systems
Built to simplify transactions, organize operations, and give agents the support they need to scale.
✔ Advanced use of BHGRE tools
Palmetto didn’t just adopt Cloud Campaign, MoxiEngage, or other brand systems—they integrated them at a deeper, more strategic level to help agents:
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Market smarter
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Run automated campaigns
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Track leads and conversion
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Stay organized
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Close more business
✔ A commitment to real innovation
Not “tech for show,” but tech that makes agents highly productive, clients fully supported, and the brokerage operationally strong.
Technology With a Purpose: Supporting Agents at Every Level
Technology only matters if it makes life easier.
That’s exactly what BHGRE Palmetto has done.
Their tools give agents:
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Faster onboarding
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Better lead follow-up
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Automated marketing workflows
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Real-time data integration
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A consistent brand presence
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Seamless communication with buyers & sellers
This award represents more than software — it represents a brokerage that invests in its people.
A brokerage that listens.
A brokerage that adapts.
A brokerage that leads.
Why This Matters to Clients and the Lowcountry
Clients feel it too.
Because technology isn’t just inward-facing. At Palmetto, innovation translates to:
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Faster response times
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Cleaner communication
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Smoother transactions
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More accurate pricing
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Better marketing for listings
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Stronger negotiation outcomes
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A more enjoyable overall experience
Better systems create better results.
And better results create better client relationships.
This is why buyers and sellers throughout Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, and Daniel Island continue to choose BHGRE Palmetto.
A Culture of Excellence — Powered by People, Strengthened by Tools
Winning the Technology Award is a reflection of:
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Forward-thinking leadership
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A culture of continuous improvement
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A brokerage willing to build where others borrow
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A commitment to agent education and support
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A vision of what real estate should look like in the modern era
This is more than technology.
It’s strategy.
It’s leadership.
It’s the future of real estate — and BHGRE Palmetto is proudly paving the way.
Congratulations to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
This award is proof of what the Lowcountry already knows:
BHGRE Palmetto doesn’t follow trends.
They create them.
With innovation as a cornerstone, and a heart for helping agents thrive, Palmetto continues to raise the bar for what a modern, agent-centric brokerage should be.
The future is bright.
And it’s powered by BHGRE Palmetto.