Island Sotheby’s International Realty Agents Earn Top Honors in 2025 RealTrends Rankings

Island Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to announce that nine of our outstanding agents have been recognized in the 2025 RealTrends Verified. This annual list honors the highest-performing residential real estate professionals, based on their 2024 sales volume.

Their remarkable performance is a reflection of the market expertise, client dedication, and elevated service that define our team.

“This recognition is a testament to the heart and hustle our agents bring to every relationship,” said Ryan McLaughlin. “We are incredibly proud of the professionals who represent our brokerage at the highest level—not just in sales volume, but in the way they serve with aloha, integrity, and purpose. Their success is a reflection of the deep trust our clients place in us and the strength of our entire team.”

This local recognition is part of a larger story: Sotheby’s International Realty has once again secured its position as the real estate brand with the most agents represented on the 2025 RealTrends Verified. With 42 affiliated agents ranking among the top 250 nationally, Sotheby’s International Realty continues to set the standard in luxury real estate.

Recognized Island Sotheby’s International Realty Agents

• Courtney M. Brown, Lahaina, HI – $40.91M

• Mino McLean & Sam Utley (Team), Makawao, HI – $30.5M

• Ryan MacLaughlin, Kihei, HI – $28.21M

• Truman T. Taoka, Kihei, HI – $16.82M

• Renona Barrozo, Makawao, HI – $15.66M

• Shaun Pederson, Lahaina, HI – $15.20M

• Marilyn S. Griffin, Kihei, HI – $14.27M

• Jay Margulies, Lahaina, HI – $12.38M
   

Part of a Brand That Sets the Standard

This milestone is part of Sotheby’s International Realty’s broader recognition as the destination of choice for top-tier real estate professionals seeking to elevate their careers. The brand’s ongoing success in the RealTrends rankings reinforces its commitment to attracting, supporting, and celebrating high-performing agents across all markets.

“Our continued presence at the top of these prestigious rankings reflects the unparalleled strength of our brand and the excellence of our affiliated agents,” said Philip White, president and CEO, Sotheby’s International Realty. “In a competitive and ever-changing market, our advisors consistently set the standard for performance and professionalism — and more luxury agents are choosing to affiliate with Sotheby’s International Realty than any other brand, a testament to the trust and reputation we've built worldwide.”

A Continued Commitment to Excellence

We are honored to celebrate the achievements of our Island Sotheby’s International Realty agents who are setting new benchmarks in Hawaiʻi’s real estate market. Their success speaks to our mission: delivering extraordinary results with aloha, integrity, and world-class service.

Mahalo to each of them for representing our brand with distinction.