SVN expands Florida presence with addition of SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate

Dean Saunders

LAKELAND, FL – SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate is the latest firm to join the SVN commercial real estate family of offices in Florida as the brand continues to expand throughout the state.

 Based in Lakeland, the firm consists of two newly-merged sister companies: Saunders Real Estate and Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty.

The former brokers land and agricultural properties throughout Florida and in southern Georgia, while the latter brokers more traditional commercial real estate across Florida’s I-4 corridor.

Gary M. Ralston

 In conjunction with joining the SVN platform, the two companies are unifying as one marketing brand under the name SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate.

 Dean Saunders, ALC, CCIM, is widely recognized as an expert in Florida land used in farming, timber, citrus and other agricultural purposes. He was the founder of Saunders Real Estate, LLC and a co-founder of Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty, which have come together to form the new SVN firm.

A winner of many real estate awards, Saunders is a sought-after speaker for national conferences and regularly publishes his popular Lay of the Land Market Report covering the Florida land market. Saunders Real Estate, which he launched in 1996, has brokered more than $2.5 billion in sales.

R. Todd Dantzler

“This move to SVN greatly benefits everyone involved, and we’re excited about the prospects,” Saunders said. “It helps our advisors expand their influence in the state as they take advantage of SVN’s culture of collaboration.

"In addition, our new unified brand increases the marketing power of both our land and commercial businesses.”

In addition to Saunders, the new SVN office leadership includes Gary M. Ralston, CCIM, and R. Todd Dantzler, CCIM, both managing partners of Saunders Ralston Dantzler Realty.

 “Having these outstanding professionals on board bolsters SVN ability to best serve clients in the Orlando and surrounding market, as well as the I-4 corridor, and provides us with additional proficiency in land, land management, agriculture, timber and related commercial real estate,” said Jerry Anderson, CCIM, executive managing director of SVN Florida.

Jerry Anderson

“They’re a solid addition to our team. Working together, we anticipate great things, not only for SVN but also for the clients we serve.”

About SVN International Corp.

The SVN organization is a globally recognized commercial real estate entity united by a shared vision of creating value for clients, colleagues and communities. 

Currently, SVN comprises over 1,600 advisors and staff working in more than 200 offices across the globe. 

SVN’s brand pillars represent the transparency, innovation and inclusivity that enable all our advisors to collaborate effectively with the entire real estate industry on behalf of our clients. 

The Florida team consists of more than 100 advisors serving locations across the state. For more information on SVN Florida, please visit www.svnflorida.com.

CONTACTS:

Heather Celoria, marketing manager, SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate, 863-272-7151 heather.celoria@svn.com

Ken Zeszutko, Z Corp PR, 321-213-1818 / kenz@zcorppr.com

www.svnflorida.com.