Mike Ferry
Good morning Howard,
I can’t even count the number of times that you and I shared a platform together somewhere; but I can remember that every time I left a convention where you and I were speaking … I left with a smile on my face. You are, without a doubt, one of the funniest people I have ever met and I thank you for that.
People always said that you and I were competitors, but I never felt that way. We’ve just been two guys who were working hard to improve the lives of other people … in this case, real estate agents. The good news is your contribution to the many individuals that you worked with will live on forever, and the better news is the work that you have started and continued will continue forever.
My only regret is that we didn’t spend more time together when we had the opportunity; but I know that every time I think of the name Howard Brinton, I will have a smile on my face as will the thousands of others that you’ve touched.
Don’t ever stop smiling and thinking about the great things you’ve done.
-Mike Ferry
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I first met Howard Brinton TWELVE years ago at CRS Sell-a-bration, and I was transfixed, and captivated, and overwhelmed, and overjoyed! In all the time since, with a singular (StarPower Orlando 2008) exception, I have not missed any CRS Sell-a-bration or StarPower Conferences. That is a tribute to Howard Brinton’s compelling “force of nature” as a speaker, as an educator, and as a great person. Even at that first SAB conference, Howard was always approachable with a winning smile, and a well considered reply to just about any question, usually with a healthy dose of humor. Educational programs organized and hosted by Howard Brinton were responsible, in large part, for changing the way I approached both my professional and personal life. Howard, you are an unforgetable teacher, and a truly wonderful human being, and our industry owes you a debt of gratitude that we will never be able to repay. For me, I would just like to keep it simple Howard, and say “Thank you for all you have done for me as a teacher, and for always remembering me personally, by name, with a big smile, and firm handshake, or a big hug. You are one of a kind, and unforgettable!” -Andy Mittelman, CRS, GRI, CDPE (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
The years I spent in real estate were punctuated by the times I listened to you whether it was in a GRI class in Va (those were the early days) or at your StarPower Conferences or in my car or in a training class when you interviewed those who were at the top of their game. You have always had a place in my heart. You have always been that voice that encouraged and inspired me. Thank you for your willingness to use your gifts of the spirit to help all of us grow into being better people. I wish you well on your journey, Howard. Love, Linda Harris (Long and Foster, Richmond VA).
The 25 years I spent in real estate were punctuated by the times I listened to you whether it was in a GRI class in Va (those were the early days) or at your StarPower Conferences or in my car or in a training class when you interviewed those who were at the top of their game. You have always had a place in my heart. You have always been that voice that encouraged and inspired me. Thank you for your willingness to use your gifts of the spirit to help all of us grow into being better people. I wish you well on your journey, Howard. Love, Linda Harris, CRS, GRI, Former Managing Broker (Long and Foster, Richmond VA).
Howard,
As usual, my Canadian roadtrips include you, and today was no different. Heading back to the interesting market of Bend, Oregon-I listened to Star Power cd’s most of the trip and am ready to attack the new year with vengence. You and John Biondolillo proved to be exactly what I needed. As always.
Your photo from last year’s Denver conference will grace my office wall forever-and you represent the Decided Heart Award like no other. Thank you for always being the man with the biggest heart
that embraced life and all of us around you.
All my best to you and Barbara,
Shelly Hummel
Bend, Oregon