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BEVERLY, MA: Realtor® Norman Banville has joined J Barrett & Company in the Beverly Farms office.

Norman, a Danvers resident, has been a realtor since 2006. He brings significant business and service experience to the real estate industry from his background as an entrepreneur in the Information Technology field.  Prior to becoming a Realtor, he owned and operated a successful technology consulting firm that he sold in 1996. Norman also offers practical experience offering expertise in hands-on renovation skills and has bought, renovated and sold several properties throughout the North Shore.

“I enjoy educating people about how to best find what they need and want in a home,” says Norman. “It was an easy transition from the technology consulting field to the real estate industry. It’s all about solving puzzles, putting together all the right pieces to achieve an enjoyable and successful result.”

“Norman brings extensive experience and knowledge to our company particularly in the area of customer service, which is the essence of the real estate industry today,” says Jon Gray, president. “Customer service is all about developing trusting relationships and everything agents do focuses on helping people navigate their way through the process. Being able to work with clients to determine their priorities, to clearly set expectations and then manage the process and deliver superior results is ‘the’ work of real estate.”

“J Barrett has so much to offer to agents and to their clients,” adds Norman. “Their marketing strategy is geared to individual properties, which is so important to clients. Plus, they also provide excellent support to the agents. It’s a win-win situation for everyone.”

An active volunteer, Norman served on the Board of Directors for the Essex County Youth Soccer Association for many years and was a director and coach for the Topsfield Athletic association. He also is an active participant in athletic events raising funds and awareness for cancer and diabetes research and treatment.  He will be participating in his 6th Pan-Mass Challenge for the Jimmy Fund and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute and 1st North Shore Tour de Cure for the American Diabetes Association.

J. Barrett & Company Established in 2007, J Barrett has quickly become the premier privately-owned real estate company on the North Shore. The firm, which serves the North Shore and Cape Ann areas as well as the Marblehead and Swampscott communities, has six offices: 3 Oak Street in Beverly Farms; 100 Cummings Center, Suite 113D in Beverly; 8 Pleasant Street in Gloucester; 4 South Main Street in Ipswich; 1 Beach Street in Manchester; and 56 Atlantic Ave. in Marblehead.

BEVERLY, MA: Kevin Farrar, a full-time real estate professional, has joined J Barrett & Company in the Beverly Farms office.

A long-time North Shore resident with strong ties to Beverly, Kevin has an extensive background in marketing in various industries including telecommunications, insurance and hospitality. Through his own promotional company, he was a critical component in numerous community service events throughout Massachusetts. Kevin’s business background includes experience in telecommunications, insurance, and hospitality, too.

“Real estate is an exciting business and affiliating with J Barrett is a great opportunity to be a part of a company that is committed to providing the best possible customer service in order to serve the client’s best interests,” says Kevin.   “Customer service—and developing trusting relationships—is the essence of the real estate industry today,” says Jon Gray, president. “Everything agents do focuses on helping people navigate their way through the process. Kevin’s exceptional business experience in providing those types of services will benefit every client who works with him.”

“I look forward to working with and for people, developing a trusting relationship and then getting the job done to their satisfaction,” adds Kevin.

Kevin is also an active volunteer and continues to give back to the community as a youth basketball coach.

BEVERLY, MA: J Barrett & Company is pleased to announce that Realtor® Beth Buckingham has joined the firm in its Gloucester office.

With more than 18 years experience in real estate, Beth has earned an enviable success record and a reputation for being responsive to clients’ needs as well as exceeding their expectations. Buyers and sellers, who work with Beth, are assured they will receive the highest level of customer service in every transaction. “I am committed to helping my clients achieve their goals,” she says. “Part of that commitment means paying careful attention to every detail throughout the entire process.”

Before starting her career in real estate, Beth graduated with a BA in Economics from the College of the Holy Cross and held marketing positions with Independent Media in Los Angeles and Erisco in New York City.

“We are fortunate to have a Realtor® with Beth’s experience and ability on our team,” says Jon B. Gray, president. “Her clients will also benefit greatly from her dedication and know-how.”

The Gloucester resident is a member of the National Association of Realtors and the Massachusetts Association of Realtors.

J. Barrett & Company Established in 2007, J Barrett has quickly become the premier privately-owned real estate company on the North Shore. The firm, which serves the North Shore and Cape Ann areas as well as the Marblehead and Swampscott communities, has six offices: 3 Oak Street in Beverly Farms; 100 Cummings Center, Suite 113D in Beverly; 8 Pleasant Street in Gloucester; 4 South Main Street in Ipswich; 1 Beach Street in Manchester; and 56 Atlantic Ave. in Marblehead.

BEVERLY, MA: J Barrett & Company is pleased to announce that Realtor® Jenny May has joined the agency in its Beverly Farms office.

A successful real estate professional since 2002, Jenny May has closed over 150 transactions. The Salem resident has a well-deserved reputation for quick response time, complete attention to detail and for having excellent listening skills.

“Jenny’s extensive knowledge of the local and regional real estate industry is an incredible asset to our firm and we are very excited that she is now on our team,” says Jon Gray, president. “Jenny’s many successes reflect her skills and abilities.”

“I picked real estate as a career because I have a passion for architecture,” says Jenny, who previously worked in the Biotech industry. “I chose to work with J Barrett because they are equally passionate about real estate and, they treat clients and agents with respect. That’s a good fit for me and for my clients.”

“I believe that there is no better reward than helping someone buy or sell a home—it’s not only your greatest asset but also a sanctuary where memories are born and cherished,” adds Jenny, who has lived on the North Shore for almost 15 years.

In addition to architectural history, Jenny enjoys the many recreational activities that the North Shore is known for including running and kayaking.

J Barrett & Company Established in 2007, J Barrett has quickly become the premier privately-owned real estate company on the North Shore. The firm, which serves the North Shore and Cape Ann areas as well as the Marblehead and Swampscott communities, has six offices: 3 Oak Street in Beverly Farms; 100 Cummings Center, Suite 113D in Beverly; 8 Pleasant Street in Gloucester; 4 South Main Street in Ipswich; 1 Beach Street in Manchester; and 56 Atlantic Ave. in Marblehead.

BEVERLY, MA: J Barrett & Company is pleased to announce that Realtor® Alle Cutler has joined the agency in its Manchester office.

A full-time Realtor since 2006, Alle has a well-earned reputation for integrity, analysis and strong negotiating skills. Buyers and sellers who work with the Beverly resident receive client service from beginning to end.

Prior to her career in real estate, Alle worked for 15+ years in sales, marketing and brand licensing in New York, Rhode Island, and California for companies including Hasbro, Random House, and Harcourt Brace among others. Born in Mexico City, she spent her childhood in Miami, FL and Wolfeboro, NH and has lived on the North Shore for 10 years and is a passionate advocate of the area.

“We are very excited that Alle is now part of our team,” says Jon Gray, president. “Her knowledge of the industry plus her skills and abilities are invaluable assets to our company and to all our clients.”

J Barrett, which has 98 agents in six offices, opened its downtown Marblehead office (56 Atlantic Ave., 617-791-1272) earlier this month.

In her spare time, Alle is an avid tennis player, which has taught her the importance of when to be patient and when to be on offense—skills valuable in life and in work. She is a hobby gardener and also attended “Bee” school.  Alle is a graduate of the Westover School in Middlebury, CT and the University of Colorado, Boulder (BS, Journalism & Mass Communication).

J. Barrett & Company Established in 2007, J Barrett has quickly become the premier privately-owned real estate company on the North Shore. The firm, which serves the North Shore and Cape Ann areas as well as the Marblehead and Swampscott communities, has six offices: 3 Oak Street in Beverly Farms; 100 Cummings Center, Suite 113D in Beverly; 8 Pleasant Street in Gloucester; 4 South Main Street in Ipswich; 1 Beach Street in Manchester; and 56 Atlantic Ave. in Marblehead.