ZEITLIN Sotheby's International Realty
Founded in 1979 by the pioneering Shirley Zeitlin, our firm has grown to more than 170 professionals with offices in Green Hills, Belle Meade and Franklin. We are highly engaged with the communities in which we live, are leaders in the associations guiding our profession both locally and nationally, and dedicate significant resources to the technology platforms that help drive home searches and sales.
Jessica Averbuch
Chief Executive Officer
Jessica Averbuch
Jessica Averbuch began her real estate career in 2001 and obtained her Broker's license in 2007. As CEO and owner, she is dedicated to using her knowledge and experience to lead Zeitlin Sotheby's International Realty. She also leads the Zeitlin Charitable Fund initiatives that raise money to benefit local non-profits, and she’s involved in numerous local organizations that help the community.
Sam Averbuch
Chief Operating Officer
Sam Averbuch
A Nashville native, Sam spent a few years after college living and working in Austin, TX. He then moved back to his hometown with his wife, Jessica, in 2001 and began his career in the mortgage business. In 2007 Sam became partner in Zeitlin & Co., and in 2010 he began his role as COO.
Shirley Zeitlin
Founder and Chairman
Shirley Zeitlin
Shirley Zeitlin, who has been in the real estate brokerage business for more than 45 years, founded Shirley Zeitlin & Co., Realtors® in 1979. Elected regional vice president of the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), she was the first woman president of the Tennessee Association of Realtors® (TAR) and was named Realtor® of the Year by her peers. She was president of the Nashville Board of Realtors® (now Greater Nashville Realtors®) and served in numerous other positions with that association.
Jenny Telwar
Green Hills, Managing Broker
Jenny Telwar
Jenny Telwar has lived in Middle Tennessee since 1994. She was selected as one of Nashville Business Journal’s Top 40 under 40 in 2010, and as one of Nashville Lifestyles 25 Most Beautiful People in Nashville in 2010. Jenny has appeared on Nashville’s WSMV Channel 4 numerous times discussing Nashville real estate and holds educational workshops for sellers and buyers to help families understand and navigate the market.
Charlie Neese
Williamson County, Managing Broker
Charlie Neese
As a top-producing agent and native Nashvillian, Charlie Neese has extensive knowledge of all of Middle Tennessee which serves him well as Managing Broker for Zeitlin Sotheby's International Realty. Charlie is passionate about helping people here in Middle Tennessee – whether they are relocating here for the first time or have lived here their whole lives.
Paige Thompson
Vice President, Relocation and Corporate Services
Paige Thompson
Paige Thompson directs all aspects of Zeitlin's Relocation department and has been a residential and corporate relocation professional since 1995. Throughout two decades of leadership, she has been integrally involved in Middle Tennessee's remarkable economic growth. Paige has been an essential part of the relocation process for countless corporate group moves and expansions in the region's history.