The Founders
Bruno Fernandez, the Founder/Broker of Imagine Realty, was born and raised in Lugo, Spain! Upon graduating from Law School, he moved to the United States in 1996 and has taken the world by storm ever since.
His work experience ranges widely from teaching, to becoming an assistant principal and dean, to banking, to creating non-profit organizations, to where he truly found his life work’s passion: real estate. Bruno formally earned his US Citizenship in 2008, and he created his first real estate investment company shortly after. It is here that he discovered his love for helping families purchase the homes that he had poured his blood, sweat, and tears into creating for them. He knew from then on that real estate was his passion and his calling.
The name “Imagine” to Bruno represents all of the amazing possibilities and doors that were opened for him upon moving to the United States. He always imagined a life where anything was possible, regardless of one’s background, education, ethnicity, social status- none of it matters here in the Land of Opportunity, and he will never stop carrying out his passion through the motivation he and his wife have ignited inside themselves together with their creation of Imagine Realty in 2019.
(727) 254-9464
Bruno@imagineMYhome.com
Katie Fernandez, the Founder/Broker of Imagine Realty, was born and raised in Lakeland, Florida, but always spent more time with her friends and family in Tampa and St. Petersburg, so she really has three hometowns!
After graduating from Florida State University in 2013, she moved to Chicago, Illinois and left her mark on the Windy City for two years. After realizing that she was too far away from her family and the beautiful sunshine, Katie moved back to St. Petersburg and taught high school math for three years. It was actually at this school that she and Bruno met! After their wedding in February 2018, she retired from the classroom to become a full-time Realtor (now Broker), and has never looked back since.
Katie and Bruno knew upon meeting each other that they had to use their go-getter, lighthearted spirits and excellent communication skills to help people together. Katie jumped on board with Bruno’s real estate investment company in 2016, and fell in love with the industry from there. She believes that they are an amazing team, and that they work incredibly hard to communicate their ideas and goals with each other. In 2019, when Bruno mentioned wanting to start a brokerage, there was no question in either of their minds that it was going to happen, and he always had his wife’s support every step of the way.
The name “Imagine” to Katie represents not only carrying on the legacy of care, kindness, and inclusion instilled within her by her grandmother, but also letting her imagination run wild with Bruno in their life, their love, and this wonderful, trustworthy company that they have created together from scratch.
Cell: (727) 239-9297
Office: (727) 504-8909
Katie@imagineMYhome.com
Our Team
Carrie James (St Pete/Tampa Bay)
Carrie is a Kansas City native who has also lived in central Ohio. She has a strong Midwestern work ethic, and an incredibly diversified background. Imagine this: she is a college professor, radiographer, singer, pastor, facility maintenance manager, business owner, and the list goes on! Do not let this sway you- she is tenacious and passionate about the Real Estate industry. Her diversified background is a huge plus in helping her clients spread their horizons, ensuring that they purchase a home they absolutely love!
Jessica Stone (Lakeland/Tampa Bay)
Jessica Stone is a Florida Girl, born and raised in the sunshine. She loves her hometown of beautiful Lakeland, and the surrounding areas of Central Florida as well. After attending college on a full-ride volleyball scholarship, Jessica had the opportunity to live in multiple states- including Texas and Georgia. While traveling is an adventure she still actively enjoys, ultimately she was drawn back home by the allure of the ocean waves, sunshine, and proximity to her family.
After returning home, Jessica pursued a rewarding career and served her community through veterinary medicine. She was even part of the team responsible for providing medical care for the swans of the City of Lakeland! She later went on to specialize in the intense field of critical care/emergency referral services. Jessica has always had a special place in her heart for home and family, which ultimately drew her into the world of Real Estate. Her passion for helping others has transitioned flawlessly into this field, where she gets to form relationships with her clients and help them with the biggest decisions of their lives! Jessica is fueled with a fire to succeed, and truly wants what is best for her clients. She is a family-woman who cannot wait to help you buy or sell your home with Imagine Realty!
“It was a pleasure working with Jessica. She was highly professional- we will use and recommend her again!”
-Sabina Grbic, First-Time Home Buyer
Michael Alicea (St Pete/Clearwater/Tampa Bay)
Michael Alicea was born and raised in Upstate New York in the wonders of the Hudson before making the move to St. Petersburg, Florida. He enjoys the warm winters that the Sunshine State offers, and does not miss the snow and cold weather one bit! He spent the past 10 years working in the Social Services field assisting individuals struggling with addictions. He now transfers his desire to help people into the Real Estate industry. He obtained his license and set his goal of assisting buyers, sellers, and real estate investors with completing their transactions as smoothly as possible.
When Michael is not working, he spends his free time on the gorgeous local beaches of Pinellas County. He also loves to play handball, and is a member of the Pinellas County 3-wall handball team!
He says: “If you are thinking about moving to Florida…call me. If you are thinking of selling your home…call me. If you are thinking of investing in real estate…call me. Just have a question? I’m here- call me!”
Crystal Williams (Palm Harbor/Belleair/Tampa Bay)
~Experience~
Crystal has been trained by some of the best in the nation like Gene Rivers from Florida and Marc King from St. Louis, MO. They have trained her to be the top in communication, customer service, and negotiation~ she has even trained with Chris Voss, a former top FBI hostage negotiator to perfect her negotiation skills! Her first year in the industry, she was an active part of 70+ closed properties. The most productive quarter she has ever had was with 47 simultaneously pending properties! She has also worked directly with David Jones, the CEO of Southern AZ and Coach for Mega Agents, and Rob Daniel, the Productivity Coach for Orlando, FL Agents. She worked on a successful high-producing team, grew exponentially, and is now working as an individual. She has always enjoyed growing and improving in her career!
~Expertise~
Crystal found her niche in Luxury and Investment Real Estate. Naturally, we know first time homebuyers go hand-in-hand with investment-type-properties,
~Communication~
Initially, there is a strategy planning session in person or online, allowing everyone to best understand how, when, and what to communicate. This session is vital and most Agents don’t take the time to listen and understand each situation to the level that Crystal does. This session sets expectations for both clients and for Crystal, and allows our future conversations to be more productive.
~Awards/Recognition~
Crystal has previously been recognized as one of the top ISA (Real Estate Marketing) directors. She was also voted and elected as the lead of a team of eight Realtors in a local project based on her skills. Crystal is licensed in both Florida and Missouri, making her well-rounded on relocation. She also graduated multiple extensive extracurricular trainings for marketing and negotiation. The majority of Agents work only part time, but Crystal has dedicated her career to be a full time agent since she was only 21 years old!
~Personal~
Crystal supports the charities Mercy Ministries, CRU, and Gary Keesee. Back in the day, she coached gymnastics because of her love for the sport. She used to model as a hobby, and signed with Richie Walls Entertainment, but doesn’t have time for it these days! She loves to travel a few times every year to the West Coast, desert, or mountains. She and her husband have been together since 2010, and have two beautiful daughters who enjoy dancing and spending time with their friends.
~Commitment~
Her commitment to you as a business partner is to consistently keep you updated and informed to make this experience as seamless as possible. Crystal makes the processes of buying/selling/investing about you and your needs, and she does all of this in hopes that you will tell people how glad you were that you partnered up with her to take you through this home buying/selling/investing journey together. Communication and consistent updates prevent emotional roller coasters by being PROactive to situations vs the typical REactive behavior of most Agents.
If you have any questions, or need any recommendations for contractors, architects, repairmen, etc… reach out to Crystal~ she is always happy to put in a good word for other trustworthy people in the industry!
Damir Mujkic (St Pete/Tampa Bay)
I have built my successful business by focusing on my clients. The key principal that I run my business on is valuing relationships over transactions. Buying, selling, and investing in real estate is an exciting and complex adventure. It can also be a very time-consuming and costly one if you’re not familiar with all aspects of the process, and if you do not have the best information and resources at hand. I pride myself on educating and empowering my clients to fulfill their dreams. I help my clients balance the qualitive and quantitative choices to obtain the best possible outcome. I know that homeownership is the result of hard work and sacrifice. To be part of the process is a privilege and I do not take that responsibility lightly.
I bring the knowledge, experience, and connections that have come from involvement in many real estate transactions. My comprehensive, high-quality services can save you time and money, as well as make the experience more enjoyable and less stressful.
After graduating from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in Finance, I spent the first four years of my career providing consulting services (at Deloitte and Protiviti) to the real estate industry, Fortune 500 companies, and federal agencies. Subsequently, I worked for Freddie Mac in a senior position, so I have truly worked within the full spectrum of the real estate industry. This past experience has been invaluable in seeing the larger picture. These experiences have led to a highly data-driven approach – tracking the heartbeat of the local market and understanding the implications of the macro environment.
Providing my clients with comprehensive high-quality service is my top priority. So when you decide to buy, sell, and/or invest please contact me and let’s get started!
Please don’t hesitate to reach out. I love talking real estate – there is no commitment and no pressure.
Bella Guillen (Miami/South FL)
Bella is an immigrant who was born in Dominican Republic and raised in Brooklyn, New York in Sunset Park- a neighborhood that was so named because of the elevation of the park and its views of the sunset and the Manhattan skyscrapers. The row houses of brownstones and the different backgrounds of the community inspired her interest in Real Estate! Her parents owned their business where, during her childhood, she learned to pay attention to details and to treat each customer with integrity.
Bella is fluent in both English and Spanish. She is a member of the National Association of Realtors, and is committed to help you accomplish your dream- whether you’re looking to buy, sell or invest with Imagine Realty!
Hablo Español
Heather Schultz (Sarasota/Venice/Tampa Bay)
Heather was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois until the tender age of 10, when she moved to Bradenton, Florida with her family. She has now been a resident of the Bradenton/Sarasota area for over 40 years, and growing up here has afforded her the opportunity to get to know both cities very well. She absolutely loves what Bradenton and Sarasota each have to offer in their own unique ways.
Heather now resides in Sarasota with her daughter, who is on her way to college in the fall! She plans to keep busy not only as a Realtor assisting buyers and sellers achieve their Real Estate goals and dreams, but also as a paralegal with a local prestigious law firm, where she has worked for over 10 years. Heather enjoys all things outdoors and works hard at maintaining a healthy balance between work and play. She is excited to join our team, and looks forward to making your dreams come true!
Dr. Michael Kowalski (Fort Myers/Bradenton/Riverview/Tampa Bay)
I just wanted to take a moment to introduce myself! I was born in New York City and grew up on Long Island, graduating from the “famous” Great Neck South High School. I hold a Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I also played baseball. UNC Chapel Hill is known for being an excellent academic institution and the first public university in the USA (not just a great basketball school!).
In 1997 I earned my Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic, and have helped thousands of patients achieve their health care goals in South Carolina, Kentucky, Indiana, and here in Florida. With me as your Realtor, it’s a win-win~ as we work together to align your real estate goals, I can even align your spine!! Although I’ve been out of baseball and athletics for many years, I enjoy biking, weight training, cooking yummy healthy meals, and traveling. I am married with two children. My wife (LeeAnn) is an anesthesia provider, my son Caleb (Indiana University graduate) is married and living in Kentucky; and my daughter Sarah is an extremely talented actress living in New York City.
As a Realtor licensed in Florida, I’m excited to be working under Imagine Realty!! My primary goal is to focus on my clients’ various needs, dreams, and goals from the moment we meet and beyond by providing strategic marketing and transaction management. I am committed toward helping as many people as possible achieve their real estate goals in whatever capacity that may be. Rest assured, I will listen to you! With an understanding of your needs and wants, I will do my best to help you achieve them all! Look me up on Facebook and Instagram for some spontaneous, fun, informative and entertaining things 🙂 See you soon!
Stefanie Boettner (Stuart/Port St Lucie/Palm Bay)
Stefanie Boettner comes with over 21 years of retail management and customer service experience. Now, she is excited to be turning that customer service focus toward Real Estate. Whether you are buying your first home, looking for investment properties, or selling your home to make way for that next chapter in your life, Stefanie’s passion for service will help you on your way!
As a proud member of Imagine Realty’s team, Stefanie carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding customer service into everything she does. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to always put her clients first ensure that she continually exceeds her clients’ expectations.
Stefanie’s other passion is spending time in the great outdoors! She especially loves to camp, hike, and kayak. She also enjoys spending time with her adorable cat, George.
Stefanie is located in Port St. Lucie and is happy to call The Treasure Coast her home! She is looking forward to helping with your home buying and selling needs!
Dianelis Gongora (St Pete/Tampa Bay)
Dianelis was born and raised in Cuba. She moved to Kentucky at a young age, where she earned her Associates Degree in Graphic Design.
A few years later, she moved to St. Petersburg to be closer to her family. Her enthusiasm for helping others inspired her passion for Real Estate, and she enjoys working hard for her clients to guide them through one of the biggest investments of their lives!
Hablo Español
Maelisa Coombs (St Pete/Tampa Bay)
Helping to build a bridge to the essential needs of her customer, Maelisa has a passion for service and is ready to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Imagine Realty family, Maelisa carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client services into everything she does.
Prior to joining Imagine, Maelisa enjoyed an extensive career in Retail that spanned more than 20 years, and has provided her with valuable skills that she uses daily in her business.
Collaborative, patient, and a great listener, Maelisa respects her customers, offering honesty and integrity. She has built a solid reputation in her community through her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to always put her customer’s needs first. She prides herself on building trust with her customers through communication and transparency.
A native of New York, Maelisa grew up in Central New Jersey. In 2013, she relocated to Southwest Florida for her corporate career and later moved to the Tampa Bay area. She holds a degree in business with a concentration in Finance, and has studied graduate level courses in Marketing at Liberty University, as well as Interior Design with the NY Institute of Art and Design.
Maelisa is passionate about travel (her favorite location to date is Spain!) and home design (she curates assortments of home furnishings for a local shop in St. Pete!).
In her free time, she takes full advantage of the nature and outdoor lifestyle that Florida offers, enjoying time at local parks, running, biking and yoga.
Leslie Waldburg (Jacksonville)
I have been a resident of Jacksonville, Florida for over 40 years. I have traveled the state and am knowledgeable with all of the surrounding areas. My love for Real Estate began in November of 1996 when I purchased my first home. Since then, I have wanted each and every person to feel that warm and inviting feeling when they imagine themselves in that special place of their own, the place they can call home.
Throughout the years, I have worked in many areas of public relations. Whether pastoring, visiting with my patients in the hospital, or whatever the circumstances may be, at the end of the day the final conversation ends with “I just want to go home.”
Since that day, I made a decision to help as many people as I can to achieve home ownership. Whether it is your first home or your dream home, I want to be the Realtor that leads you home. So I ask you to “Let Leslie Lead you home.”
Sebastian Quijano (Miami/Orlando)
Sebastian is originally from Peru! He moved to Miami in 2015, where he obtained his A.A. in Computer Science, as well as his Real Estate License. He is committed to listening to his clients’ needs, providing excellent customer service, and working incredibly hard to foster relationships & successful deals.
Hablo Español
Polly Kelly (Fort Myers/Port Charlotte/North Port/SW Florida)
Introducing Southwest Florida’s Premier Realtor! Specializing in mid-century modern homes and historical architecture, Polly Kelly is here to assist you.
With over 25 years of experience as an interior designer and draftsman, guided by honesty and integrity, and driven by a passion for mid-century architecture, Polly offers a unique perspective on these properties. Ugly, dated interiors? Not a problem, you don’t need to change a thing! Polly works with a variety of historical preservation groups, select buyers, and probate attorneys to match the right client to their future untouched, mid-century modern dreamhouse.
Polly focuses her attention along the Gulf Coast of Florida to ensure the best possible service. Specializing in the Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Cape Coral and Fort Myers areas, Polly lends her design expertise and historical knowledge to her clients while making them feel comfortable and confident in their professional relationships.
If you are a future buyer, lister or lover of MCM, please reach out to Polly. She will be delighted to help you find the right house. If you consider selling, she will be happy to consult with you and evaluate your current home in Southwest Florida! Please call her anytime for a complimentary consultation in person, by phone, or via videochat, as well as a comparative market analysis or CMA.
Iz Munz (Jacksonville)
Jenny Looney (Daytona)
Sullymar Diaz (West Palm Beach/ South Florida)
Darian Garbiso (Boca Raton)
Charles Smith (St Petersburg/Clearwater/Tampa Bay)
As a Pinellas County Sales Associate Agent for Imagine Realty, my goal is to empower my clients with the information necessary to make sound financial decisions while being sensitive to the experience one is looking for in real estate ownership. Through personal time, finances, and interests invested in the welfare of those I help, performing at the highest level to meet the needs of others is my number one priority.
As a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, it is instilled in me to put my own comforts second to those I am responsible for. My main focus is completing the task at hand to meet the goals for those I have an obligation to serve. Through attentive listening and direct communication, I will provide knowledge that will leave the client more informed and confident in my ability to assist them as we navigate this real estate market.
Having attended the University of Colorado and graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience, I am accustomed to the mental resilience it takes when accounting for all essential information needed to make appropriate decisions with my clients. I will continue to build my business as an agent and apply my attributes and experience attained in military and academia to help homeowners maximize their equity when selling their home. With my emphasis on marketing, leadership, and commitment to client service, I believe I’ve only just begun. My goal is to provide the very best options to consumers who are thinking of selling their home by focusing on three things: selling the home for the highest price; ensuring clients walk away with the most money in their pocket; and providing an experience that is superior to anything else available in the marketplace.
I’m honored to serve you as your trusted real estate agent in the near future.
Edgar Sanabia (St Pete/Clearwater/Tampa Bay)
Edgar has a story you’re going to want to hear! He was raised in Washington state, where he attended Washington State University and worked as a wild land firefighter for 3 years, protecting our national forest and the community.
After his career as a wild land firefighter, he decided to pursue his passion for Real Estate. His specialty and passion lies within investing in real estate. With his hard work ethic and tremendous love for all things real estate, he is surely the right fit for you as a home buyer or as an investor looking to get started on your journey.
Call Edgar today to get started with your purchase or investment!
Ivan Talanga (Largo/St Pete/Clearwater/Tampa Bay)
Living in Florida my entire life, I have grown to appreciate this area for all it has to offer. Finding the right Real Estate Agent means finding someone who possesses extensive market knowledge, delivers outstanding client satisfaction, and who is committed to always negotiating with your best interests in mind. I am able to provide you all of that and more by helping you manage the details of your transaction, and navigate the often-overwhelming Real Estate market.
My commitment to delivering an outstanding level of client service, my relentless work ethic, and my extensive
background in negotiation skills allow me to deliver unparalleled results and maximize the financial impact of your home. I have several professional affiliations and I am very active in and around the community.
Damian Close (Largo/St Pete/Clearwater/Tampa Bay)
With a sharp eye for detail, I bring transparency and simplicity to the world of Real Estate. Guiding you through every step with clarity, I am dedicated to making your property-buying or selling journey straightforward and successful.
Lisa Herndon (Tampa/St Pete/Apollo Beach/Riverview/Tampa Bay)
I have always had a true passion for helping others and a lifelong love of real estate. My twenty years of teaching provided me with the valuable skills of helping others problem solve and reach their goals. My passions, desires, and experience make it easy for me to offer a client centered commitment to those I serve. I will listen to all of your needs and work tirelessly on your behalf.
Alex Garbiso (Wimauma/Tampa/Riverview/Tampa Bay)
While new to the Tampa Bay area, Alex has worked in the Real Estate industry for almost 10 years!
Starting in Colorado, Alex has had great success working with families, individuals, and investors. He works tirelessly for his clients, and is an excellent negotiator.
As a father of three, he understands the needs and wants of a family, as well as an individual looking for a house to call a home!
In Loving Memory of Jamie Cobb
Anyone who was lucky enough to have known Jamie knew her fun-loving, good-hearted spirit and always saw an enormous smile on her face. This million dollar smile earned her the nickname “Sunshine Realtor” throughout Imagine Realty and St Pete, and she is sorely missed by our team. We know she is always with us, and she will forever be a part of every closing we celebrate and every smile we see. Rest in Peace, Jamie. 11/3/2023
