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Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Samantha Field, to the Flagstaff Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.

Samantha has called this wonderful community of Flagstaff home since 1997. As a graduate of Northern Arizona University (NAU) with a love for the city of Flagstaff, Samantha has become a community advocate and currently serves on the Friends of Camp Colton Board of Directors.

“I am thrilled to be joining the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family. With my intimate knowledge of Flagstaff and the surrounding areas I look forward to engaging with clients so that I may support them in finding their place in this incredible mountain community.”- Samantha Field

With a local’s perspective and deep knowledge of the Northern Arizona communities she serves, Samantha will tailor a real estate experience to meet your needs. Her business philosophy is built on integrity, listening skills, attention to detail, and personalized service at every turn.

Samantha has been an amazing leader in our community for many years. Her dedication to supporting youth here in Flagstaff is a testament to her long-term commitment to improving everyone’s life here in our mountain town. She brings local expertise, incredible integrity, and absolute excellence to our profession. We are proud to have her in our real estate family. If you want to find the best snow on the mountain or best trails for biking, follow her. But be careful, she goes really fast.

Bret Lamberson, MANAGING BROKER

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Chris Gray, to the Camelback Tower Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.

Chris Gray is the founding member of The Gray Group with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. With more than half his life spent in Phoenix, he has lived all over the valley and remains an honorary Phoenician. Chris’ international and domestic experience has made him a powerful asset to Platinum Living in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Chris is a young entrepreneur that is extremely diligent in the needs of his clients. He also has a knack for anticipating what the needs may be and working towards a goal from the very beginning. Chris is dedicated and hardworking, we are pleased to partner with him.

Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Jessica Sparks, to the Tucson Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.

Born and raised in Arizona, Jessica Sparks is an enthusiastic member of the real estate community. A graduate of the University of Arizona and the American Institute of Interior Design, Jessica brings both design and real estate to help serve you. Jessica has worked in the home industry, with builders, doing interior design, remodels, and flipping houses for over 20 years. Since becoming a licensed real estate agent in 2015, Jessica works with all buyers, sellers, and investors. Jessica’s experience in the design and home building industry makes her extensive knowledge a valuable asset. If you’re wanting to sell your home, Jessica can help you stage it, update it, and get ready to list.

If you’re wanting to buy a home, Jessica can help you find the perfect home or help make it perfect with her design expertise. During inspections and the contractual phase, Jessica’s knowledge again with homes is another valuable asset to working with her. Jessica puts hard work, energy, and creative service into every detail of your real estate transaction.

Jessica is known for her unparalleled customer service, consistent communication, strong attention to detail and ensures a positive experience for all parties in a transaction. Jessica turns clients into lifelong friendships and values her clients and their referrals. Jessica loves helping people find the right home for them or helping people move into the next phase of their lives. Your home should be your place of peace and comfort, and she will help you achieve that.

When Jessica is not at a home site or working with clients, you will find her on a baseball or football field watching one of her 3 sons. They live a very active lifestyle and enjoy the outdoors in AZ year-round. Jessica was born in Tucson and has lived in Phoenix for 20 years in the Scottsdale and Gilbert areas. She recently moved back “home” to Tucson to live close to her family with her 3 sons and works full time in both Tucson and Phoenix.

We are pleased to welcome Jessica Sparks back home to her Tucson roots after spending the past 20 years in the Phoenix area. Jessica’s knowledge of Tucson, interior design, and years of real estate sales will provide her clients the best our brand offers.

Will Rose, Managing Broker

Long-term title sales executive becomes Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s new director of agent and business development.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in the luxury market is honored to welcome Tom Newell as their Director of Agent and Business Development. Newell will be tasked with working with the firm’s agents on expanding their technical knowledge while also looking for additional ways to improve the agent and client experience.

Prior to joining the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family, Newell spent the last three
decades with First American Title in the north Scottsdale territory. Holding positions such as a Property Research Analyst, Home Builder Sales Rep, Residential Sales Manager and working his way
up as the Senior Sales Executive, Newell excelled in bringing new business to the title company and
trained others through eight different applications that realtors use to apply to their particular
marketing needs.

“I am thrilled to be joining Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty,” said Newell. “The brand
name is synonymous with high-end real estate and unique properties across the globe. With over $7
billion in closed transactions in 2021, they are a perfect fit for me from the culture of the company
and upper management, to the professionalism of its agents, to dominating the luxury market in the
Valley of the Sun and statewide.”

Newell moved to Arizona over 40 years ago from Cleveland and has built an enriching life here in
the Valley. He graduated from ASU with a degree in business in 1987 and is an avid Suns, Sun
Devils, and Cardinals fans. Newell’s family consists of his wife, Helena, two daughters, Kelsey (31)
and Nichol (29) and two fur babies, Niko and Lucy. Newell is happiest when he’s with family and
friends, hiking, skiing, or relaxing by the pool.

Inspired by the late Jim Valvano, Newell believes that “there are three things we all should do every
day. We should do this every day of our lives. Number one is laugh. You should laugh every day.
Number two thinks. You should spend some time in thought. Number three is, you should have
your emotions moved to tears, which could be happiness or joy. But think about it: If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that’s a full day. That’s a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you’re going to have something special.”

I am thrilled to be joining Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, one of the top Luxury Real Estate Brokerages in the industry! The brand name is synonymous with high-end real estate and unique properties across the Globe!

Locally, being part of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, with over 7 billion in closed transactions in 2021, is a perfect fit for me from the culture of the company and upper management, to the professionalism of its agents, to dominating the Luxury market in the Valley of the Sun and Statewide!

Tom Newell,  Director of Business Development

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty names New Director of Relocation with more than 30 years in the real estate industry.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in the luxury market, is honored to welcome Carla Anaya as its newest Director of Relocation. Having already spent 20 years as Vice President of Relocation Services in New Mexico for Coldwell Banker Legacy, Anaya is eager to foster relationships and serve those in the Grand Canyon state.

Carla Anaya’s ambition shines forth as she has a proven history of client engagement and relationship
building, sales and marketing, business development, overseeing operations, managing programs,
and revenue growth. In her previous position, Carla helped her team grow annual sales from
$30,000 to $1 million over the last five years. Carla and her team have also received national awards
such as the Cartus Platinum Designation and the coveted USAA Eagle Award.

A corporate leader with abilities to promote company vision and embrace change, Carla oversaw five different areas in Albuquerque and Las Cruces New Mexico, Midland, San Angelo, and El
Paso, Texas. She was also a member of the Coldwell Banker Legacy Leadership Team, Relocation
Directors Council, Employee Relocation Council, and the Coldwell Banker Large Office Group.
Carla’s designations include Certified Relocation Professional in 2007 and Global Destination
Specialist in 2018.

Family is a big part of Carla’s life. A twin herself, Carla has been married for nearly 30 years to her
husband Michael, and they have a 21-year-old son named Stone. Some of her hobbies include
watching football, both professional and collegiate, and golfing with her husband Michael.

I feel very fortunate and I am thrilled at the opportunity to be a part of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Family! I am amazed by the professionalism of the management team, grateful for the support from the owners, and heartened by all of the warm welcomes from everyone at this wonderful company.

CARLA ANAYA, Director of Relocation