Guided by Passion, Anchored in Trust
What truly moves our team forward is the remarkable, life-changing power of home. Every negotiation we handle and every door we open is fueled by a singular goal: turning your homeownership dreams into reality. We combine local heart with industry-leading tools to guide you safely to your next chapter.
- Dedication: Going above and beyond to protect your investment.
- Integrity: Building relationships on a foundation of honesty.
- Community: Living, working, and investing in the neighborhoods we serve.
What Sets Our Story Apart
Real estate is one of the biggest decisions someone makes in their life. Our agents take that responsibility seriously, driven by family, community, and the remarkable power of home.
Driven by Your Dreams
What drives us every day is the privilege of helping families turn their dreams into reality. Rooted in trust, expertise, and a deep commitment to customer service, we don't just close deals; we build lasting relationships and make a meaningful impact within the vibrant communities we serve.
Local Expertise. Global Reach.
Formed through a historic merger of powerhouse regional brokerages, we pair the vast marketing resources of a global brand with the personalized, boutique service of a trusted next-door neighbor. Our agents don't just work here—they live here, providing the hyper-local expertise needed to guide you confidently through every step of your homeownership journey.
What Moves Our Leadership Team
True leadership means setting the standard, not just following it. Our executive and branch management teams bring decades of combined real estate expertise to the table. A singular mission drives our leadership team: providing our agents with the elite coaching, cutting-edge technology, and unwavering support they need to thrive. By investing deeply in our people, we ensure our clients always receive the highest level of service in the market. We don't just manage offices; we live in these neighborhoods, study these markets, and guide our team with the vision required to keep you ahead in a changing world.
Mike Litzner
Owner/Broker
"My mission is simple: I am here to help you build a business worth owning."
As the owner and broker of Coldwell Banker American Homes, Mike Litzner is laser-focused on providing the top-tier tools, systems, and corporate support that allow real estate professionals to thrive in any market condition. By merging the immense power of a global brand with local, forward-thinking innovation, Mike ensures that his agents are always leading the charge on the industry's cutting edge.
Lyndsey Gallagher
Chief Financial Officer
"I make sure the foundation stays solid so you can keep building your success."
While she operates primarily behind the scenes managing operations, books, and workflows, CFO Lindsey Gallagher does much more than just crunch numbers. Her focus is on ultimate backend efficiency—ensuring the company remains a stable, well-capitalized industry leader. For agents, Lindsey's precision means two things: the brokerage has the agility to pivot through any market shift, and commissions are always paid out promptly and accurately.
Chris Manteria
Chief Technology Officer
"I don't just buy tech for our agents—I use it right alongside you."
Chris Mantiria brings a rare and powerful combination to the table as both the Chief Technology Officer and an active Associate Broker. Because he experiences the daily digital workflow himself, Chris is dedicated to eliminating administrative headaches. From developing single sign-on control panels and automated marketing templates to leading deep-dives into modern AI and Gemini applications, Chris builds technology designed to give agents their time back.
David Innocenzi
Senior Vice President
"We clear the deck so you can run your business today, while we work on future-proofing for tomorrow."
As Senior Vice President, David Innocenzi delivers the strategic leadership and operational excellence agents need to scale without the burnout. David and his team take the responsibility of partnership seriously, actively looking 5 to 10 years down the road to anticipate where the market is headed. By integrating smart tools like Google Workspace and Gemini Pro AI to handle repetitive backend tasks, David ensures his agents stay impactful where it matters most: in front of their clients.
Deb Asher
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
"Our training platform provides everything necessary to get your business to the next level."
As the Director of Business Development, Deborah Asher heads the robust, broker-provided educational ecosystem at Coldwell Banker American Homes. Curating a massive schedule of 35 to 40 specialized sessions taught twice a week, Deborah ensures that agents have constant access to market mastery. Her focus is entirely on agent growth and profitability, highlighted by the exclusive "Soaring to Success" program designed to skyrocket production for new and veteran agents alike.
Adrianna Nava
Manager - Long Beach
"I am the chief logistics officer of your success."
With a unique talent for hearing an operational crisis before the fire even starts, Long Beach Office Manager Adriana Nava prides herself on anticipating challenges so her agents' businesses never miss a beat. Adriana brings military precision to the boring backend details, leveraging the Jet Platform Suite and systematic, warm-lead database workflows to replace stressful "memory-based" routines with predictable, scalable systems.
Kevin Chadrjian
Manager - Huntington & Northport
"My goal is to give you the structure, support, and strategy to grow."
As the Branch Manager for both the Northport and Huntington offices, managing in his own hometown makes this leadership role deeply personal for Kevin Chadrjian. Kevin is dedicated to helping agents build real, sustainable businesses—whether they are newly licensed, top solo producers, or building out a team. He is committed to maximizing the brokerage’s heavy investments in tech and systems to actively move the needle for local real estate professionals.
Andres Emilio Soto
Manager - Manhasset
"I lead with kind candor so that we can truly break through and get you to the next level."
Andres Emilio Soto brings a calm yet focused energy to the Manhasset office, serving as a consultant, mentor, and trusted sounding board for his agents. Rejecting empty corporate pitches, Andres focuses on genuine conversations about career goals. He ensures his office is constantly investing in agent growth—providing everything from private one-on-ones and targeted workshops to elite creative resources like on-site recording studios.
Sheila Olsen
Manager - East Meadow
"My superpower is being in the trenches with you."
With over three decades of deeply rooted real estate experience, East Meadow Sales Manager Sheila Olsen treats every agent like the CEO of their own career. Sheila’s hands-on management style means she is right there beside her agents to negotiate complex deals, master advanced social media marketing, and leverage AI content tools. She provides individualized care to ensure each agent's business reflects the true quality they bring to their clients.
Dawn Viola
Manager - Smithtown
"I love to figure things out and get things done for my agents."
Smithtown Branch Manager Dawn Viola views her agents as her single largest asset. Her definitive leadership superpower is objection handling and high-level transaction troubleshooting. Whether she is helping a brand-new agent master the local MLS and pull comparables, or rescuing an experienced agent's deal that has run into complications with lenders, title companies, or town compliance, Dawn specializes in clearing major roadblocks.
Pat Garzilli
Manager - Fresh Meadows
"I am here to help agents build real businesses—ones that are consistent and sustainable."
At the Fresh Meadows office in Queens, Pat Garzilli works side-by-side with agents to build businesses that rely on predictable strategies rather than luck or one-off transactions. Realizing that real estate rarely goes exactly as planned, Pat steps in to provide immediate clarity and direction when challenges arise. He focuses on practical, real-time deal support and modern business planning to keep his agents highly competitive.
Randy Katakofsky
Manager - Merrick
"Independent doesn't mean isolated. If you supply the work ethic, I will supply the execution, the strategy, and the coaching to win."
Merrick Branch Manager Randy Katikofsky views real estate leadership as an active, high-energy partnership—standing behind his agents to push them, next to them to navigate tough situations, and in front of them to take the hits. Randy removes the guesswork from scaling a career by pairing superior onboarding with turnkey mailing and social media blueprints. He sets the tone every single morning, firing up the office espresso machine to coach and strategize with his team.
Leslie Kle
Manager - Syosset
"My door is always open, and my focus is entirely on turning your digital presence into a lead-generating engine."
Syosset Branch Manager Leslie Kle pairs an "always-there-for-you" approachability with a highly tech-savvy vision for lead generation. Leslie works individually with real estate professionals to transform standard agent websites and social media channels into powerful, client-attracting engines. By leveraging cutting-edge AI content strategies and conquering new market mandates together, she ensures her agents dominate local searches and remain the definitive neighborhood experts.
Sandra Caruso
Manager - Mt. Sinai & Wading River
"As a manager, I don't just lead teams—I build partnerships with my members."
Overseeing the Mount Sinai and Wading River offices, Sandra Caruso is passionate about cultivating a high-performance, collaborative, and deeply professional environment. Sandra matches intentional agent recruitment with broker-provided business tools, continuing education, and luxury marketing programs. Driven by a "work hard, play hard, and give back" mentality, she also spearheads local community outreach through the Heart of American Homes Foundation.
Deneen Cirruzzo
Manager - Ronkonkoma
"My passion as a manager is empowering and coaching agents to reach their full potential."
As the Branch Manager for the Ronkonkoma office, Deneen Cirruzzo believes in a deeply personal, hands-on approach to leadership. Rather than offering cookie-cutter training, Deneen sits down with her agents one-on-one for intensive business planning and individualized career mentorship. By integrating forward-thinking technology like AI and modern video messaging into her agents' daily routines, she helps real estate professionals elevate their personal brands, capture local market share, and build a highly competitive business worth owning.
Lisa Testagrose
Manager - Hicksville
"I am dedicated to keeping you ahead of the curve, ensuring you are prepared to thrive."
Hicksville Office Manager Lisa Testagrose knows that momentum is everything in real estate, and that complex hurdles can stall a deal in an instant. Drawing on her extensive background in real estate and legal operations, Lisa prides herself on total accessibility—stepping in to resolve transactional roadblocks the moment they pop up. She blends powerful digital tools with a sincere, collaborative office culture where agents actively support one another’s success.