Some people showed up to the SJREIA Expo just to network. Others came ready to win.
This August, Marketing Agency Near You hosted the Perfect Pitch Challenge—an interactive, on-site competition designed to give real estate pros, service providers, and creators a chance to show off their best 30-second elevator pitch. It was bold. It was fast. And it got loud.
With video pitches recorded at our booth, posted across our social channels, and judged by engagement and pitch quality, the challenge turned into a high-energy highlight of the event.
Let’s break it down.
The Winner: Amanda Gleason – Amanda Rocks Real Estate
https://linktr.ee/amandarocksrealestate
Amanda didn’t just pitch. She made it personal.
With energy, heart, and clarity, Amanda delivered a concise and compelling message that reflected her real mission: to educate and advocate for her clients. She knows her audience, speaks to them with authority and kindness, and knows how to engage without fluff. Her pitch stood out on camera—and in the comments.
She scored highest based on our criteria:
- Clear offer
- Defined audience
- Confident presence
- Engagement hook
- Strong CTA
- Trustworthiness
Amanda will receive a $100 gift card, a social spotlight, and a backlink in our official press release. More importantly, she’s got a tribe of supporters who now know exactly who to call when buying or selling real estate.
Runners-Up: Paul Davis and Ryan Sullivan
Let’s give a big shoutout to our two runners-up, who came in close and crushed their pitches:
- Paul Davis – Movement Mortgage: Paul brought calm confidence and professionalism to the mic. He made mortgage lending feel straightforward, reliable, and accessible.
https://lo.movement.com/paul-davis - Ryan Sullivan – Podcast Principles: Polished, passionate, and clear about how his team helps brands build trust through podcasting.
https://podcastprinciples.com
They’ll both be featured in our press release with backlinks to their platforms.
The Full Lineup
To everyone who participated: You showed up. You made it real. And you brought your story to the table.
Here’s the full list of pitch challengers:
- Amanda Gleason – Amanda Rocks Real Estate
- Ryan Sullivan – Podcast Principles
- Paul Davis – Movement
- Sharyn Mancini – Chair the Love
- Jesenia Lopez – NJ Elite Group Realtors and Investors
- Mike Bonadies – TVPM
- Natasha Pizzarello – Envirotrac
- Janis Niv – Bluestone Commercial Capital
- Kate Meher – Your Gold Key Solution
- Ralph Cineus – Your House Doctor
- Tammy Collins – TayC Properties LLC
- Pete Hilerio – Lead Paint Solutions LLC
- Dustin Drobnich – 3d Construction and Repair LLC
- Eleonora Larinese – Larinese Italian Interior Design
Every single one of these folks put themselves out there, and we’re proud to give them a little digital spotlight.
What Was the Pitch Perfect Challenge?
It wasn’t just for fun—though there was plenty of that.
This challenge was designed to:
- Drive booth traffic
- Spark networking
- Create social content
- Boost visibility for local entrepreneurs
How it worked:
- Stop by our booth and record your 30-second pitch.
- We post it to social media and tag you.
- You share it. People vote via likes and comments.
- Most engagement = win.
Judging Criteria
This wasn’t random. Each pitch was evaluated on:
- Clarity of Offer
- Defined Niche
- Hook & Engagement
- Unique Value Proposition
- Proof or Credibility
- Clear Call to Action
- Confident, Natural Delivery
It wasn’t about being the loudest—it was about being the clearest, most compelling voice in the room.
Want In Next Time?
Follow us at @manyresults and stay connected. The next challenge is just around the corner.
Until then: keep pitching. Keep connecting. Keep showing up with purpose.
Marketing Agency Near You
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