About Realtor Auction

Bob Leonardi, SCAL 1313
Founder

Diverse background in promotion, creative finance, business management, and research and development.  Accomplishments in implementation of innovative marketing strategies, and getting the job done. 

Founder of The Auction Co. & Real Estate Inc., Bob entered the residential real estate field in 1974. Recognizing early-on that the opportunities in real estate were limitless, he expanded into commercial sales, auctioneering, land development and general contracting.

He soon realized that to survive the economic swings of the American economy it would be necessary to develop various plans of “alternative and niche marketing”.  As a result he has received local and national media attention for his success in marketing real estate during both favorable and difficult economic times. Additionally, Bob is well known for his ability to raise tens of thousands of dollars a year for charitable causes.

Professional Accomplishments:

• Former South Carolina State Champion Auctioneer
• Achieved prestigious AARE professional Auctioneer designation
• Earned Consumer-Certified Real Estate Consultant (C-CREC) professional designation
• Earned Certified Estate Specialist (CES) designation
• Past Chairman of the Association of Realtors Auction Committee
• Hundreds of millions of dollars in closed real estate transactions
• Recipient of numerous National Advertising Awards
• Guest speaker for organizations and universities
• Auction Seminar Instructor
• Developer and owner of numerous residential & commercial real estate projects

Professional Experience Includes Successful Real Estate Transactions Involving:

Luxury Homes Farms and Acreage Subdivision Lots Condominiums/ Townhomes Lake Properties

Trophy Properties Commercial Sites Rental Homes Mountain Properties Industrial Buildings

Premier Development Properties Apartment Complexes Professional Office Buildings Mobile Home Parks Shopping Centers

Professional Organizations:

• Greater Greenville Association Of Realtors
• National Association of Realtors
• National Auctioneers Association
• South Carolina Association of Realtors
• South Carolina Auctioneers Association
• Auction Marketing Institute

Dan Bracken, Broker in Charge
Realtor®, Sr. Vice President

Dan is the Broker In Charge for The Auction Co. & Real Estate Inc. Dan first began working with The Auction Co. nearly a decade ago as the marketing director. While he now oversees the daily activities and direction of the company, he still enjoys participating in the marketing programs. Dan has a wide range of skills sets ranging from his ability to stay in tune with the constantly changing real estate market to problem solving and client relations. These skills are not only an asset to our company, but more importantly to our clients.

Mr. Bracken obtained his Bachelors Degree from The University of South Carolina. He is also very active within the community where he serves on The Foster Care Review Board, Pickens County YMCA Board, Cornerstone Bank Advisory Board, and The Greenville Association of Realtors Legislative Committee.

Lisa Resotka
Realtor®, Director of Marketing

Lisa is the Director of Marketing for The Auction Co. & Real Estate Inc. She oversees our marketing department that has received numerous awards during her tenure. Her creative flair is a tremendous asset in our continuous effort to produce high impact marketing materials. Lisa is also responsible for developing our database for the use of market research, financial reporting and advertising budget analysis. Additionally, Lisa has used her organizational skills to implement a process flow that has become a standard for our company.

Mrs. Resotka obtained her Associates Degree in Graphic Design and then continued her education at Clemson University where she received a Bachelor Degree in Fine Art.

Maggi Holloway
Maggi is an Auction Realtor for The Auction Co. & Real Estate. She brings an extensive and well rounded background in conventional real estate to our company. Maggi also has real world knowledge of new home construction, and as a horse enthusiast, she has a unique insight into equestrian properties.

Due to her broad real estate foundation Maggi is able to adjust with the ever changing real estate market. Most importantly Maggi's client focused attitude and ability to connect with both buyers and sellers make her an asset to our company and you.