Title: Broker Associate
Company: RE/MAX Advanced, Inc.
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
James Hicks, Broker Associate at RE/MAX Advanced, Inc., has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements and leadership in Real Estate.
Mr. Hicks has established a reputation for excellence in real estate, currently serving as a broker associate with RE/MAX Advanced, Inc., in Fort Collins, Colorado, since 2016. In this capacity, he assists clients in buying and selling properties, guides them through complex transactions and works closely with investors seeking opportunities in the real estate market. He is also dedicated to education in his field, teaching first-time homebuyer courses and providing agent training. Notably, Mr. Hicks initiated a new series within the local board of realtors called the Realtor Exchange, further demonstrating his commitment to professional development and industry innovation.
Leveraging his former experience in the field, Mr. Hicks worked as a real estate agent with ERA Herman Group Real Estate NoCo from 2013 to 2016. During this period, he focused on residential sales and client relations, and in 2014, he served as the president of the Rookie Club. Mr. Hicks entered the industry in 2012, hired as an agent at RE/MAX Alliance, where he began developing his expertise and a reputation for integrity and results-driven service.
Before transitioning into real estate, Mr. Hicks worked for various organizations, including Page1 Online Marketing in 2012 as the director of sales. He also worked in internet sales at Spradley Barr Motors Inc. in 2012 and was a national account manager for Quantum Import Sales, a division of 3L Corporation, from 2011 to 2012. Between 2009 and 2011, Mr. Hicks was a national sales director at Tattered Angels, a retail art manufacturer. Earlier, he held positions at companies such as Plaza Copy & Imaging and Whitmont Legal Technologies, dating back to 2004.
Mr. Hicks’s academic background includes an associate’s degree in speech and communications with an emphasis on water polo from Long Beach City College, awarded in 1999, and a bachelor’s degree in communications from California State University, Long Beach, earned in 2004. He also holds several professional certifications, including as an accredited buyer’s representative and licensed realtor through the Fort Collins Board of Realtors.
Active in his professional community, Mr. Hicks is a member of the Colorado Association of Realtors. Civic engagement is another critical aspect of his life. He volunteers with local schools to support children’s education and serves as a board member of the Parent Teacher Association. Additionally, he contributes to local church initiatives and neighborhood clean-up drives.
Mr. Hicks’s tenure at RE/MAX Advanced, Inc., has earned him significant recognition. In his first year, he was nominated for the Rookie of the Year award and received acknowledgment for outstanding educational performance from the Fort Collins Board of Realtors. His consistent performance has also secured him a place in the 100% Club every year during his time with the agency. Moreover, Mr. Hicks has been inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame, having earned over $1 million in commissions through the organization. In addition to these accolades, Mr. Hicks was featured in an article in 2024 highlighting his contributions to the industry.
Mr. Hicks attributes his success to hard work and commitment, emphasizing that everyone has the same 24 hours each day to determine their level of effort. His dedication is evident in the loyalty of his clients. He makes himself available beyond typical working hours to accommodate diverse schedules, including those who work night shifts.
Looking ahead, Mr. Hicks aims to build a legacy for his family by establishing a business that can be passed down should they choose to pursue it. As he considers retirement age, he is beginning to focus on personal interests. Mr. Hicks’s journey reflects resilience optimism and an unwavering belief that new opportunities are always possible regardless of life’s transitions or milestones, a perspective that continues to inspire those around him.
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