About Us
Spearheaded by two industry-leading recruiters, Valerie Burmester and Andrea Leslie, our powerhouse team brings an impressive $1B+ in recruited volume and unparalleled insider knowledge of the SIR brand, its exclusive culture, and premium offerings. We understand that the right cultural fit is paramount to long-term success and growth and retention.
Our Game-Changing Approach
Beyond Brokers Consulting is the pinnacle of innovative solutions to skyrocket growth in the fiercely competitive Real Estate recruiting process. Through strategic collaboration, we synergize with your brokerage, working hand-in-hand with your leadership team to tailor a high-impact recruiting strategy. This isn't just recruitment; it's a targeted, data-driven approach to identifying, meticulously vetting, and attracting the cream of the crop to your esteemed brand. We're not after quantity – we're laser-focused on securing the most lucrative, top-tier talent that aligns perfectly with your brokerage's culture, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Meet Our Co-Founders
ANDREA LESLIE
Andrea Leslie is a cross-functional, collaborative, and strategic growth/recruiting director with over 25 years of influential and awarded experience in the real estate industry. Her extensive career encompasses sales, advanced performance coaching (strategies and tactics), business consulting, leadership/management, marketing, and recruiting.
Throughout her career, Andrea has demonstrated a passion for curating quality relationships, driving winning growth, and fostering impactful partnerships. She is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent, ensuring that her teams are composed of the best professionals in the industry. Andrea's strategic approach to recruiting has been instrumental in building high-performing teams that excel in a competitive marketplace.
Her commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance and championing a culture of diversity and inclusion is reflected in her recruitment practices. Andrea’s leadership style and strategic vision have consistently yielded outstanding results, earning her numerous accolades within the industry.
Andrea Leslie's commitment to excellence and her ability to adapt to the ever-changing dynamics of the real estate market make her a formidable force in her field. She continues to inspire and lead with a focus on sustainable growth, collaborative success, and the strategic recruitment of top talent.
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 305-720-6443
Meet Our Team
DINA EL-BASSIOUNI
Fractional, Sr. Director of Operations
Dina is a strategic operations leader with two decades of proven success in the real estate industry. At Sotheby’s International Realty (SIR), she led process improvements and scaled affiliate engagement through forward-thinking operational systems, positioning the brand as a global leader.
Dina’s ability to build and empower cross-functional teams spans continents. She has overseen complex international rollouts, streamlined onboarding for global agent networks, and launched service innovations that boosted agent satisfaction and loyalty. Her leadership in guiding multicultural teams, optimizing workflows across diverse markets, and partnering with executive leaders has resulted in operational gains and stronger cross-border collaboration. She has also led affiliate onboarding programs that aligned brand standards with local business goals accelerating integration while strengthening long-term partnerships.
Most recently, Dina has been instrumental in bringing AI-powered efficiency into real estate operations — refining communications, automating processes, and applying data-informed strategies to elevate both internal teams and client experience. Her commitment to excellence, clear systems thinking, and people-first leadership have made her a trusted voice in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Contact:
Email: dina@beyondbrokersconsulting.com
Phone: 303-489-4726
BLAKELEY BURMESTER
Marketing Manager
Blakeley is a strategic communications professional with a profound passion for integrated marketing. She brings a wealth of experience across diverse industries, including fashion, entertainment, influencer relations, and real estate. Her expertise lies in crafting compelling narratives that not only captivate audiences but also drive tangible results.
With a background spanning PR, social media content creation, growth marketing, and advertising, Blakeley excels at developing and executing impactful marketing campaigns. Her recent work as a freelance communication specialist further showcases her versatility and ability to apply her skills across a wide array of businesses. Blakeley is driven by an unwavering enthusiasm to revolutionize marketing approaches and is poised to make a significant impact in the field.
Contact:
Email: blakeley@beyondbrokersconsulting.com
Phone: 425-681-9535
KIMBERLY MILLER
Managing Director
With over two decades of experience in real estate, Kim brings a profound passion for guiding clients through every step of their property journey. She is dedicated to ensuring her valued buyers and sellers achieve their real estate aspirations, consistently delivering top-tier service across all price points—from first-time homebuyers to investors and those seeking luxury estates.
A proud native of the Pacific Northwest, Kim possesses an intimate understanding of the region's diverse communities. She meticulously stays abreast of real estate trends, market data, and the unique characteristics that make each area desirable, whether it's a particular lifestyle, school district, property type, or neighborhood ambiance. Kim excels at listening to her clients' needs, leveraging her extensive local knowledge and expertise to connect them with their ideal property.
Kim's philosophy centers on making clients feel heard, seen, and genuinely cared for throughout the entire real estate experience. This client-first approach is why she proudly aligns with the Sotheby’s International Realty brand, recognizing their shared commitment to elevated service, exceptional marketing, and a robust international network.
Outside of her professional life, Kim embraces the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. She enjoys hiking with her English Springer Spaniel, Harrison, competing with her Morgan horse, gardening, and cherishing quality time with her family. Kim is always eager to apply her expertise and create tailored plans to help clients achieve their unique real estate goals.
Contact:
Email: kimberly@beyondbrokersconsulting.com
Phone: 206-550-7999
JAIME DUPONT
Managing Director
Jaime is considered by her discriminating clients to be a trusted advocate and adviser. She offers a singular combination of market knowledge, financial expertise, integrity and devoted attention to the needs of the real estate community.
With over 20 years as a Realtor and recruiter in the industry she has become a model of success and professionalism in the real estate community.
Contact:
Email: jaime@beyondbrokersconsulting.com
Phone: 415-846-0306
CRAIG WHITE
Managing Director
With 17 years of real estate experience and 18 years of technology-industry negotiations under his belt, Craig White brings a compelling combination of precision, strategy, and tenacity, qualities that align impeccably with Beyond Brokers Consulting’s mission to cultivate high-performing, culturally aligned talent. This unique background gives Craig an edge that he applies to every aspect of his business.
A native Angelino with deep, first-hand knowledge of Los Angeles’ multifaceted neighborhoods, Craig offers more than location expertise, he delivers a relationship-first approach tailored for brokers seeking only the most impactful additions to their teams.
From first-time buyers to luxury estate clients to developers, his focus mirrors Beyond Brokers’ emphasis on building meaningful partnerships and reinforcing an inclusive, values-driven culture.
Craig’s mastery in marketing, finance, and contract negotiations ensures that every opportunity is meticulously optimized and strategically positioned, reflecting the firm’s data-powered recruitment strategies and retention-first mindset. His authenticity, diligence, and outcome-driven focus have earned the trust of both clients and colleagues. As a top-producing agent, his commitment to excellence resonates strongly with Beyond Brokers’ goal to attract, engage, and retain the best in the business.
Contact:
Email: craig@beyondbrokersconsulting.com
Phone: 310-415-8666