Meet The Team

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Shanyelle Young

TITLE : BROKER, OWNER, & FOUNDER

PHONE : 860-593-0599

EMAIL : [email protected]

Shanyelle is the Broker, Owner, and Founder of S Young Realty & Associates. She began her real estate career over 19 years ago as an agent for Gillette Real Estate which ignited her evolution to be the experienced and compassionate Realtor and Broker that she is today. Shanyelle is a graduate of The University of Connecticut where she earned her degree in Economics and Sociology. She was recently recognized as a winner of the prestigious Hartford Business Journals 2021 Women in Business Award, characterizing her influence as an accomplished woman in Real Estate.

Shanyelle has been able to utilize her influence within real estate to affect crucial social change and initiate important discussions related to various social issues she is passionate about. Her excitement for public education is exhibited through her role on the University of Connecticut Alumni Council focused on support underrepresented students at UConn.

She is also dedicated to advancing housing equity throughout the state of Connecticut through her position on the Board of Directors for the Connecticut Realtors Association. In line with her passion for advancing racial equity in Real Estate, Shanyelle serves as a member of the National Association of Realtors Fair Housing Committee. She recently stepped into the role as President-elect for the Central Hartford women council of real estate chapter.

Shanyelle has been a member of the First Cathedral Church in Bloomfield, CT for 21 years, where she has served as a Sunday school teacher for the Children’s and Women’s Ministry and now as an advisor of the Diaconate Bereavement Ministry. She also holds a CT Insurance Agent license, allowing her to assist her husband of 28 years, Brent Young, in his Insurance Agency in Manchester, CT.

Shanyelle’s greatest blessings are her 3 children. She is a mother of 27-year-old twins, Brent Jr. and Shaylyn. Brent is a Dr of Chiropractor and Shaylyn is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst for Autistic children and a children’s book author. Her youngest son, Shane, recently graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Business and is currently an Investment Banking Analyst with Goldman Sachs in New York.

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Ronda Burrell

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-209-6552

EMAIL :  [email protected]

Ronda is an integral member of the S Young Realty team. She has an extraordinary track record, working with buyers, sellers, renters, and investors in the Tri-State area. Her years of experience as a Realtor has exposed Ronda to many different scenarios in which she has professionally assisted her clients through the process of buying, selling, or renting a home. Ronda prides herself on her ability to listen to her clients’ requests and connect them with opportunities that best match their needs. She maintains a virtual open-door policy to ensure a responsive and personable service to each of her clients. Ronda is an integral member of the S Young Realty team.

When Ronda is not helping her clients, she enjoys spending time with her three children and seven grandchildren. Ronda also deeply values her relationship with God.

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Amberly Castrillon

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-518-1039

EMAIL : [email protected]

Amber is a key member of the S Young Realty team. Despite receiving her realtor’s license just over a year ago, she has proven to be a tremendous asset to the team with her extensive knowledge of the Greater Hartford area. When in the office, you will most likely find Amber staying on top of the latest industry trends, giving her the ability to provide a plethora of resources and information to her clients. This, along with her meticulousness tenacious spirit, have helped her close multiple deals during the market downturn for both seasoned home owners and first-time home buyers.

When asked to provide a fun fact about herself, Amber said, “My favorite food is thin crust pizza.”

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Tanisha Drawhorn

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-983-3042

EMAIL : [email protected]

Tanisha is a long-time member of the S Young Realty team, joining the firm in 2017 after receiving her Real Estate License. Tanisha has comprehensive knowledge in areas of buying, selling, and renting in Connecticut’s Hartford County. Tanisha is passionate about the intersection of realty and education. With this passion, Tanisha works hard to provide thorough step-by-step guidance in all client interactions, and all real estate transactions.

Outside of real estate, Tanisha enjoys planting new vegetables in her garden, reading the latest travel guides, and going to the bowling alley with her family.

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Jennifer Troxler

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-463-4494

EMAIL : [email protected]

Jennifer Troxler is the most senior member of the S Young Realty team. After becoming an expert in buying and selling residential homes, Jennifer shifted to specializing in commercial leasing and purchasing. Jennifer is a conscientious, trustworthy advisor; she works to go above and beyond to educate her clients and offer creative solutions to fulfill their wants and needs.

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Tonya Beamon

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-250-6827

EMAIL : [email protected]

 

With several years’ experience in the real estate industry, Tonya is very knowledgeable about the local real estate market, and passionate about helping her clients find the home that suits all their needs.

Her genuine and thoughtful spirit allows her to connect with her clients. Her willingness to go the extra mile to deliver desirable results have earned her the confidence and trust of homebuyers. Further, Tonya’s strong family values have distinguished her as an essential resource for every family that needs to buy their dream one or sell their current one seamlessly. She is dedicated to making sure all her clients are well taken care of from start to finish.

When she is not helping someone find their next home, she enjoys spending time with friends and family. Tonya especially appreciates spending time with her daughter, traveling, and working out at the gym.

Sharon Gray

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-324-3144

EMAIL : [email protected]

Sharon joined The S Young Realty team in May 2022. She brings a  wealth of knowledge from the Mortgage Industry where she has a deep understanding of Loan processing, Mortgage underwriting, and Quality controls of loans.

Sharon dedicates most of her time as a Realtor to helping First Time Homeowners purchase their dream home. She demonstrates patience, care, and compassion for her clients. She goes above and beyond her tasks, is a  good listener, and offers her clients an outstanding customer experience. Whatever your Real Estate goals are, Sharon can help!

In her spare time, she enjoys enjoy watching her daughter compete at her collegiate Track and Field Meets, She loves to travel, hike, and bike ride. At some part of the day, you can find Sharon at the gym or in Spinning class. She strives to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

 

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Kewanna "ki ki" Carlton

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-922-8039

EMAIL : [email protected]

Kiki is a newly licensed realtor with over 20 years of customer service and almost 10 years of sales experience in the Property & Casualty Insurance and Retirement Income fields. She is a relational and motivated real estate professional desiring nothing less than the best for her clients. Ki Ki will work relentlessly to make buying, selling, and investing in real estate simple. Sellers and buyers can look forward to an efficient, energetic and a professional service.
 
When she has time to spare, she spends it with family and friends. Kiki has a love for traveling to places with blue water and white sand. She’s also a habitual Bruncher and is called “The Serial Bruncher” by many.

 

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Yvette Diggs

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 203-360-5764

EMAIL : [email protected]

 

Yvette has been a realtor for two years and she brings 20+ years of customer service experience. She enjoys serving her clients and guiding them through one of the biggest investments of their lives. Her business is built on communication, dedication and transparency. She will always keep you updated throughout your buying and  selling experience or investment experience. 

When Yvette is not helping her clients, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her grandchildren, Khamari and Wynter and working out is a passion of hers. 

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STACIA MCLEAN

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-752-9774

EMAIL : [email protected]

Stacia is a highly engaged, authentic, and goal-oriented executor with a sincere passion for helping others learn and grow, whose demonstrated success in supporting hundreds of families within nearly two decades of experience working in the Human Services sector. Within those years, she gained skills to serve her clients effectively in the real estate industry.
Stacia is a caring agent who acquired her real estate license in 2020. She specializes in serving clients through effective communication and relationship building.
She enjoys traveling with her son, reading, cooking, and spending quality time with her loved ones when she is not working with clients. However, she feels her best when she is of service to others.

Jasmine Spencer is a licensed Real Estate Agent with S Young Realty & Associates. Jasmine, born and raised East of the Capitol City, took to the Property Management field shortly after graduating high school. Several years overseeing condo associations helped Jasmine develop acute organizational and problem solving skills. It wasn't long before her growing familiarity with the Housing Market redirected her compass from Property Manager to Real Estate Agent. She went on to work in Commercial Property Management, mortgage processing, and multifamily property management all before taking her well rounded experience on the road as a boots on the ground Realtor. Jasmine makes it a point to stay involved with her Clients from the first meeting to months after the transaction providing well informed advice. Her experience and expansive professional network enables her to open doors on both sides of the property equation. When Jasmine isn't matching the right people with the right properties, she enjoys singing, writing music & spending time with the people she loves the most.

jasmine spencer

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-796-1359

EMAIL :  [email protected]

Jasmine Spencer is a licensed Real Estate Agent with S Young Realty & Associates. Jasmine, born and raised East of the Capitol City, took to the Property Management field shortly after graduating high school. Several years overseeing condo associations helped Jasmine develop acute organizational and problem solving skills. It wasn’t long before her growing familiarity with the Housing Market redirected her compass from Property Manager to Real Estate Agent. She went on to work in Commercial Property Management, mortgage processing, and multifamily property management all before taking her well rounded experience on the road as a boots on the ground Realtor. Jasmine makes it a point to stay involved with her Clients from the first meeting to months after the transaction providing well informed advice. Her experience and expansive professional network enables her to open doors on both sides of the property equation. When Jasmine isn’t matching the right people with the right properties, she enjoys singing, writing music & spending time with the people she loves the most.

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tashema mcgriff

TITLE : REALTOR

PHONE : 860-268-7246

EMAIL : [email protected]

Tashema comes from a Real Estate law background as a real estate paralegal with four years of experience, now pursuing her passion since 18 years old, as a Realtor.

Shema (for short) transitioned from being a real estate law paralegal to a Realtor. Tashema has built several relationships within her time as a real estate paralegal, and Shema can leverage her four years of industry knowledge to help clients buy and sell properties. Helping clients navigate the complexities of all the legal aspects of the housing market with her expertise from the start to the closing table. 

Tashema brings her creativity, ideas, and spunk to our team. During her free time, Tashema loves a fun brunch experience and taking trips to the local wineries here in CT and surrounding states.

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