Marketing Manager at Prudential Connecticut Realty

Prudential Connecticut Realty, Connecticut’s largest real estate firm, recently announced the appointment of Vincent Socci as marketing manager. He will be responsible for supervising advertising, marketing and public relations in the firm’s southwest region, covering Greenwich, Darien, Fairfield, New Canaan, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Rowayton, Southport, Stamford, Westport and Wilton in lower Fairfield County. Mr. Socci will also be responsible for overseeing marketing initiatives in the Greater Danbury Area, Middlebury, Newtown, Shelton, Southbury, Stratford and Trumbull.

“I look forward to my expanded role as marketing manager and the opportunity of working with the rest of the Prudential Connecticut Realty team as we continue to implement innovative marketing strategies both online and offline,” said Mr. Socci. “Traditional marketing is no longer enough – with 86% of home buyers using the Internet to start their real estate search, firms must continually develop new and cutting-edge means of reaching those buyers. Building upon Prudential Connecticut Realty’s position as the foremost real estate company in Connecticut, I am confident we will continue leading the way in offering the best service possible to our clients.”

“We are so pleased to have Vincent on our team and welcome him in this newly formed role,” said Melissa Riley, regional vice president of operations, Prudential Connecticut Realty. “He is a tech-savvy marketer who brings a complete understanding of internet marketing and brand awareness. We look forward to his creative contributions in our southwest region.”

Mr. Socci has worked in the real estate industry for over five years and joined Prudential Connecticut Realty in January 2007. Starting in the firm’s New Canaan office, he became marketing coordinator for Prudential’s Westport/New Canaan offices earlier this year. In this newly formed position, Mr. Socci will be responsible for the support and development of numerous marketing programs offered by Prudential Connecticut Realty, and will also be managing the company’s luxury home division, FINE HOMES INTERNATIONAL™.

A lifelong Fairfield County resident, Mr. Socci is a graduate of New Canaan High School. He went on to pursue a degree in politics from the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC and most recently at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. He is a member of the American Marketing Association and the United Way of New Canaan, Connecticut.

Prudential Connecticut Realty is the largest real estate firm in Connecticut and the 13th largest in the United States, earning more than $5.1 billion in sales with more than 1,800 real estate agents. For more information, visit www.prudentialCT.com.

About Me:

Vincent Socci is a results-producing Marketing Manager with a proven track record of accomplishment in developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies; effectively handling of public relations; support and implementation of business goals and objectives. Able to creatively think and assist in top-quality teams.

Responsibilities: • Support sales executives with collateral development and presentation. • Maintain brand integrity and develop Prudential presence throughout the region. • Planning, coordinating and implementing advertising. • Responsibility to keep employees informed by preparing and disseminating information, acting as liaison between corporate marketing department and individual offices.

Vincent Socci’s Specialties:

Public relations, real estate sales and marketing, computers, writing, editing, SEO copywriting, desktop publishing, graphic and web design, competitive analysis, consulting, web 2.0, viral marketing campaigns, social networking.

What Others Are Saying About Vincent Socci:

“Vin is very detailed oriented! Works efficiently and effectively. Vin can give you short cuts to any work that you are doing with great results. I respect him and have found a friend as well.” – Rina Ricucci, Administraive/Realtor, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vincent brings energy and insight to his work that brings the market to us. As our business changes and our focus is moving more to the internet and younger buyers, his perspective keeps us where we need to be to meet the markets expectations. Vincent is always great to work with and willing to spend the time needed to get the job done.” – MariCatherine McCombs, Team Leader/ Office Manager, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vin not only has all the marketing knowledge, but the willingness and the patience to share it. He is always on top of his game. He is continually looking for and finding new marketing tools and strategies, implementing them and teaching them to others. While in our office, Vin was a pleasure to work with and I look forward to seeing him come by, in the future, in his new regional, Marketing Manager position.” – Marilyn Katz, ABR, e-PRO, REALTOR, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vin brings a fresh perspective and a great eye when it comes to marketing. His approach is timely and he is a man of his word. We are extremely fortunate to have him supporting our marketing and fine homes efforts in Fairfield County.” – Ellen Christian, Office Leader, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vincent is an incredibly forward thinking strategist and problem solver. His ability to instantly leverage new technology and seamlessly integrate it into our business make Vin a tremendous asset to our management team. Rarely will you find an individual with a more positive, can do attitude that is always willing to go the extra mile for a colleague. Vin is a winner.” – Marc Caldarone, Office Leader, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vincent is extremely knowledgeable about marketing, advertising and the internet. His demeanor is always positive and he encourages and challenges others to excel in their businesses. His strategies and online resources have certainly helped me in my business approach – and to top it off, they’ve actually generated me leads! Vincent is top-notch, and I would recommend him to anyone wanting to take their business to the next level.” – AnnMarie Sementilli, Realtor®, William Raveis Real Estate, New Canaan, Connecticut

“Vincent is bright, generous in his time to stop what he was doing and help out, and, extremely proficient at the computer. He knows where realtors need to be in the cyber world. He instructs clearly and happily. I wish him the best in his new job. He will be a success in his new role with Prudential.” – Amy Curry, Fine Homes Sales Associate, Prudential CT Realty

“I work with Vincent on a regular basis and am very impressed by the amount of problems he can solve on an ongoing basis and without becoming overwhelmed. Vin knows how to prioritize and uses time very well. His knowledge of his work and anything computer related is exceptional. He is a valuable asset to us. Mary Ann Laurita” – MaryAnn Laurita, Sales Executive, Prudential CT Realty

“For the past two years I have enjoyed working with Vincent Socci at Prudential Connecticut. I would highly recommend him. His work is of the highest quality. He is creative, responsive, patient, prompt, and always meets his commitments. He is a self-starter and is full of solutions for advertising and marketing issues and his knowledge of the Internet is superb.” – Virginia Burke, Realtor®, Prudential Connecticut Realty, New Canaan CT

“To put it mildly….Vincent knows how to do everything! Vincent’s computer skills are top notch. He is always ahead of the latest trends when it comes to web sites for marketing and internet sites. His ideas are fresh because he is so well read on these topics. I consider myself pretty computer saavy….but I am still finding myself going to Vincent with questions, ideas and help…since he knows that much more. He excels with websites, marketing, press releases and general computer know how. His knowledge is unending and right on!” – Linda Skolnick, Realtor, Prudential CT Realty

“Vincent Socci is a creative thinker and a skilled worker who has a solid understanding of the tech tools necessary to accomplish any task. He is quick, diligent, hard-working and willing… and always in a good mood. In short, he is a pleasure to work with. Vincent is not only capable but always goes a step beyond, innovating changes that take a project to the next level. I would recommend him whole heartedly as he is someone who takes charge and follows through.” – Emily Restifo, Sales Executive, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, New Canaan CT

“Vincent is one of the best IT practitioners in the business. Combined with his wonderful personality and his willingness to assist his colleagues he is a true team player.” – Marj Brous, Realtor, Prudential Ct. Realty

“Vincent is a user friendly champion of good marketing techniques and positive ways to incorporate them into advertising, web pages, blogs, and mailing campaigns. He is upbeat, productive, and efficient, and he encourages others to do their best for themselves and their clients. If you have a chance to work with him, or to have him work for you, go for it. He’s high quality, all the way.” – Tom Nissley, Sales Agent and Tech Champ, Prudential CT Realty

“Vincent is a very competent and knowledgable marketing coordinator. He helped me immensely with computer work, advertising and marketing for my listings. I find him indispensable!” – Candace Blackwood, Realtor, Prudential CT Realty

“Vincent is an extremely diligent and energetic technical marketing coordinator. He is proactive in his actions and also has creative ideas and suggestions. His knowledge of the internet and technology is excellent. He has been very helpful to the sales executives in our office.” – Tamarra Pincavage, Sales Executive, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vincent has proven to be an invaluable resource for the Westport Prudential CT Realty office. He has expansive knowledge of the internet and the resources available and brings inventive and insightful approaches to marketing. He has a positive demeanor and a willingness to be helpful in any way. The marketing and advertsing in our office has improved dramatically with Vincent’s assistance.” – David Weber, Top Producing Realtor®, Prudential Connecticut Realty, Westport CT

“Vincent works well with people, his detailed knowledge of the subject is priceless. He has changed my outlook in business and given me the tools to be a more successful individual. He is consistent, reliable and I would certainly recommend him to any of my colleagues, clients or friends.”- Carla Rea, Realtor®, Previews International Specialist, Coldwell Banker, Westport CT

“Vincent always exceeds expectations. He pays attention to detail and follow through which is so important in our industry. With all of his responsibilities, Vincent does everything with ease and intelligence. I would recommend Vincent to anyone with complete confidence.” – Barbara Caruso, Agent Service Specialist & Fine Homes Marketing, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vincent is a dream employee. His knowledge, willingness to help others and wonderful sense of humor have made him a real asset to our team. Vincent has the capability to help the agents bring their business to the next level and the best part is they are embracing his guidance and assistance. It is such a pleasure to work with someone who is so willing to please and has the initiative to do things on his own. He certainly has made my job a lot easier. Thank you, Vin!” – Chris Simmers, Vice President, Prudential Connecticut Realty

“Vincent provides invaluable marketing support for our sales team. He contributes innovative ideas, initiates projects that greatly aid agent productivity and is always willing to lend a hand.” – Donna Dearth, Sales Executive, Prudential Connecticut Realty, New Canaan CT