Applicant NameAdrienne Herkes
TitlePartner/Two-Person Team
CompanyThe Agency
2024 Individual Sales Volume$16 million
2024 Individual Transaction Sides9
2024 Team Sales Volume$51.8 million
2024 Team Transaction Sides22
StateCA
CityLos Angeles
Age28
Submission AbstractThe excitement of building a career as a self-made businesswoman far outweighed the fear of stepping into the competitive Los Angeles real estate market with no connections, no experience, and no background in the field.
My specialty is simple: I provide exceptional service and build lasting relationships that extend beyond a single transaction. I quickly realized there are no shortcuts to success or to building a sustainable, long-term business. In Los Angeles, where the cycle of buying and selling is more frequent than in most other cities, my approach is especially impactful. By cultivating relationships that extend beyond a single deal, I grow and elevate alongside my clients.
To me, open houses represent the golden ticket—an opportunity for in-person face time with actual members of my community. You can’t pay for leads like that! Knowing the local market, comparable properties, neighborhood quirks, and how to streamline the buying and selling process for each individual is how I turn a lead into lasting business.
For me, success isn’t just about sales volume; it’s about building a brand, a reputation, and a meaningful connection with the community. How I give back follows a common thread: taking purposeful action to make a meaningful difference. Whether it’s fostering cats, organizing fundraising pickleball tournaments, or helping frame a new home, my goal remains the same in both business and philanthropy—to create a direct and lasting impact.