The MSBIA also honored 19 of Neal Communities salespersons and sales managers with awards. Bronze Awards for sales from $1-10 million went to Steve Goodwin, Kathy Lane, Christina Potts, Mary Quaid, David Sanvidge, Aaron Solari, Vanessa Wisnowski and Ryan Zimmerman. Silver Awards for sales from $10-15 million went to Dawna Bruner, Connie Chase, Bradley Jackson and Joe Jones. Gold Awards for sales from $15-25 million went to James Archibald, Bert Desmond, Valerie Fox and Jon McClay. Diamond Awards for sales over $50 million were presented to Christina Sadler for online sales and to sales managers MaryAnn Koops and Elayne McKinney.
The Masquerade Ball-themed event was held Sept. 14 at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota with Maverick and Lulu of iHeartRadio Sarasota, Suncoast Country 92.1 and 103.5 CTQ serving as masters of ceremony.
“It’s so rewarding to see our sales and marketing team recognized for the stellar work they do,” said Carlos Puente, vice president of sales and marketing for Neal Communities. “We could not be more proud and appreciative of these awards recognizing their achievements.”
Neal Communities has been building homes in Southwest Florida for more than 50 years and has received numerous awards. Their customer service, commitment to quality and elegant floor plans make them one of the most sought-after home builders in the area.
MSBIA is a networking and advocacy group for the building, construction, development and associated industries in Manatee and Sarasota counties.
For more information about Neal Communities, visit staging.nealcommunities.com/.
Neal Communities’ Ivory Matthews Named to Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium Board of Trustees
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026
LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. (January 12, 2025) – Ivory Matthews has been named to the Board of Trustees at the Mote Marine Laboratory and…