The Team Behind Our Agents
Behind every exceptional client experience is a leadership team committed to integrity, strategy, and long-term growth. Our executive team provides the vision, oversight, and operational excellence that allow our agents to perform at the highest level.
Diana Kurtz
MANAGING BROKER
As Managing Broker, Diana provides hands-on oversight, contract expertise, and compliance leadership across the brokerage. A licensed Real Estate Broker with advanced industry designations, she is fluent in Spanish and actively involved in both local and state real estate boards. Diana is known for her accessibility, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to helping agents navigate complex transactions with confidence.
Shannon Jacobs
DIRECTOR OF AGENT SUCCESS AND OPERATIONS
Shannon plays a central role in supporting high-performing agents through operational clarity and day-to-day execution. With years of experience working alongside top producers, she understands the demands of growth and the importance of streamlined systems. Her leadership ensures our agents can focus on clients while their business runs efficiently behind the scenes.
Mollie Starnes
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
With a background in communication and digital media design, Mollie leads brand development, listing strategy, and marketing execution across the brokerage. Raised on Florida's Gulf Coast, she brings both market insight and creative precision to every campaign.
Mollie works directly with agents to refine positioning, elevate presentation, and implement marketing strategies that drive visibility and results. Her focus is not simply exposure, but intentional brand building that supports long-term success.
Mark A. Smith
DIRECTOR OF GROWTH
Mark A. Smith is a seasoned real estate leader with residential and commercial experience in the Tampa market. After earning his degree in Business and Marketing from Florida State University, he built a successful Fortune 500 sales career before transitioning into real estate in 2008.
As Director of Growth, Mark focuses on identifying and aligning with high-performing agents who value professionalism and long-term strategy. Through individualized business development and hands-on mentorship, he helps experienced agents refine their positioning, strengthen performance, and scale with intention.
Mark brings a strategic mindset, strong sales foundation, and deep commitment to agent success.
Ali St Cyr
OWNER AND BROKER ASSOCIATE
Since 2013, Ali St Cyr has built a reputation as a top-producing Florida Realtor known for strategic guidance and unwavering integrity. As Owner and Broker Associate, she leads with vision, discipline, and a client-first philosophy. Under her leadership, the brokerage has grown into a respected, relationship-driven firm grounded in professionalism and collaboration. Ali remains deeply invested in agent development, intentional growth, and protecting the standards that define the Gulf Shores Realty brand.
Emma Tomlin
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Emma oversees the brokerage's financial operations, ensuring stability, transparency, and operational efficiency. With a background in accounting and business administration, she provides strategic financial oversight that supports leadership decisions and long-term growth. Her disciplined approach strengthens the foundation behind the brokerage's continued expansion.
Jennifer Moore
OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR, VENICE
Jennifer ensures daily operations at our Venice location run seamlessly. Known for her attention to detail and steady execution, she supports agents and clients with professionalism and efficiency, contributing to a consistently organized and welcoming environment.
Kaitlin Burgos
OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR, TAMPA
Kaitlin supports operations at our Tampa location, bringing strong organizational skills and a solution-focused mindset. With a background in marketing and customer service, she helps maintain the efficiency and structure that allow agents to deliver exceptional service.
Keith Molkenthin
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
In an industry driven by data, I believe the most valuable asset is still the human connection. By overseeing lead management, agent training, and strategic outreach, they have transformed the BDC into a hub of efficiency that never loses its "coastal concierge" touch.
Strategic Growth: Implementing cutting-edge CRM systems to ensure no lead is left behind.
Team Leadership: Mentoring agents to convert digital interest into lifelong client relationships.
Market Insight: Keeping a pulse on the Gulf Coast's unique real estate rhythms to provide timely, actionable data to the team.