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Mossy Oak Properties Announces Award Winners

Recognized at Recent Land Summit

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Mossy Oak Properties, Inc. is pleased to announce that Elton Coley of Mossy Oak Properties Southeast Land and Wildlife, LLC in Tuscumbia, Alabama received its “Agent of the Year” award, Mossy Oak Properties Mozark Realty in Poplar Bluff, Missouri won its “Office of Year” award, and Lucas Edington, also of Mossy Oak Properties Mozark Realty, won its “Fox Haas Award” at the company’s recent Land Summit, held June 4-5, 2019 in Starkville, Mississippi.

The Agent of the Year award is given annually to the salesperson that has the highest sales volume over the course of the year within the Mossy Oak Properties network, which currently represents over 650 land specialists.  The award, which was for the 2018 fiscal year, was the first for Coley, who joined the Mossy Oak Properties network in 2015 with more than 40 years of experience.  

Mossy Oak Properties Agent of the Year 2018
Chris Hawley, CEO/President of Mossy Oak Properties, Elton Coley, Agent of the Year from Mossy Oak Properties Southeast Land and Wildlife in Tuscumbia, Alabama, Toxey Haas, founder of Mossy Oak, and Ronnie "Cuz" Strickland, EVP of Mossy Oak.

“It is an honor to win the coveted Agent of the Year, as it represents the culmination of years of hard work and an incredible support team,” said Coley.  “Over my career, I have focused on building relationships and conducting my business with integrity.  Earning the trust of buyers and sellers is critical in this business, and this award could not have been possible without their confidence.”  

The Office of the Year award is given annually to the office that not only achieves a high sales volume, but also embodies the core values that Mossy Oak Properties bases its business upon.  The award, which was for the 2018 fiscal year, was the second Office of the Year recognition for the Southeast Missouri-based brokerage group. 

Mossy Oak Properties Office of the Year 2018
Toxey Haas, founder of Mossy Oak, Lucas Edington of Mossy Oak Properties Mozark Realty in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and Chris Hawley, CEO/President of Mossy Oak Properties.

“This achievement reflects the hard work and diligence of our entire team, not just in their sales volume but also their dedication to representing the lifestyle that Mossy Oak embodies,” said Edington.  “Most of our agents have been with the company since the beginning and we are proud of the culture and work environment that we have created here. This award validates the idea that when we work together, everyone achieves more.”

The Fox Haas Award, named after the iconic patriarch of the Mossy Oak brand, recognizes a member of the Mossy Oak Properties network that was nominated by their peers for possessing characteristics such as honor, integrity, and a servant’s heart.  Edington, co-owner and broker for Mossy Oak Properties Mozark Realty, was humbled by winning the Award named after someone he holds is such high regard.

Mossy Oak Properties Fox Haas Award 2018
Mossy Oak Properties CEO/President Chris Hawley, 2017 award recipient Bud Cook, 2019 Fox Haas Award recipient Lucas Edington, and 2018 award recipient JJ Keeth.

“As a representative to the Mossy Oak brand, I am fortunate enough to meet folks from all over the world whom share a passion for the outdoor lifestyle this brand represents, and it's not uncommon for Mr. Fox to become the subject of conversation. He's a legend within the industry and he's just so well respected among his peers and strangers alike. He seems to bring an energy into whatever space he occupies; the kind of person that seems to bring out the best in those around him. To be considered is an honor in itself, but being on the platform shoulder to shoulder with Mr. Fox will always be a special memory for me.”

“We are very pleased to announce the recipients of these three awards,” said Chris Hawley, CEO/President of Mossy Oak Properties, Inc.  “These awards are not only indicative of the individual or group that reaches the pinnacle of achievement for a Mossy Oak Properties land specialist or office, but also those that embody the values of our brand.  Considering our network now encompasses over 100 offices with more than 650 network members, this is a great honor for this years’ winners, and they are very deserving of these accolades.”

Lucas Edington and Mossy Oak Properties Mozark Realty can be reached by calling (573) 712-2252. Elton Coley with Mossy Oak Properties-Southeast Land and Wildlife can be reached by calling (256) 383-8901. 

Mossy Oak Properties was launched in 2003 to assist landowners, sportsmen, and investors in their pursuit of the perfect piece of rural property.  The Mossy Oak Properties network has grown to over 100 offices in 28 states throughout the country, and currently boasts an inventory of over 3300 listings totaling in excess of $3 Billion.  Selected as a national "Best Brokerages" by The Land Report, our network also had forty groups named as Best Brokerage award recipients.  For more information, call 1-866-667-2289 or go online and visit www.mossyoakproperties.com.

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