Daniel P. Sarrett, DREI: A Journey Through the Real Estate A seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in many facets of the real estate industry, has left an indelible mark on the field. Let’s delve into the fascinating biography of this accomplished individual: • Early Career and Industry Expertise: As an Illinois licensed real estate managing broker, Sarrett has navigated the complexities of residential and commercial sales, leasing, and brokerage management. His passion for education led him to become a real estate instructor, where he imparted knowledge both in traditional on-campus classrooms and through online real estate classes at various Illinois colleges, universities, and private real estate schools. • Leadership Roles and Contributions: President of Chicago-based Real Estate Education Company: He played a pivotal role in shaping real estate education in Illinois. The company, specializing in pre-licensing courses for real estate and appraisal, benefited countless aspiring professionals. Vice President of Marketing at Realtors National Marketing Institute (RNMI): RNMI, an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), entrusted him with promoting prestigious designations such as CCIM, CRS, and CRB. Regional Manager and Industrial Leasing Agent: His expertise extended to managing one of Chicagoland’s largest residential and commercial brokerage firms. Additionally, he worked as an industrial leasing agent for a prominent national commercial real estate and finance group. • Authorship and Educational Contributions: Daniel Sarrett’s commitment to advancing real estate education is evident as he his authored a variety of continuing education textbooks and comprehensive training manuals for both residential and commercial real estate licensees. • Honors and Distinctions: Association of Illinois Real Estate Educators: His active involvement in this association culminated in him serving as its president. He received the Appreciation of Service Award for his contributions to the real estate education communty. Distinguished Real Estate Instructor Designation (DREI): He has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Illinois recipient of this prestigious award from the Real Estate Educators Association. Certified Distance Education Instructor: Recognized by IDECC, Sarrett’s commitment to effective distance learning underscores his dedication to educational excellence. • Educational Background: He holds a B.S. and an M.B.A from Northern Illinois University. He also earned a Certificate of Advanced Study from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He is licensed as an Illinois real estate Managing Broker and as licensed Pre-license and Continuing Education Instructor. Daniel P. Sarrett’s unwavering commitment to the success of his real estate students and agents, particularly their education and training, and his impact on the real estate industry make him a true luminary in the field. His legacy continues to inspire future generations of real estate professionals.
