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Celebrations Across the Globe: Grand Opening Events in Portugal & Maryland

by | Apr 12, 2023

From the tree-lined avenues of Frederick, Maryland to the vibrant streets of Lisbon, Portugal, The Agency recently celebrated the grand opening of two new offices with a series of distinctly stylish events.

In Maryland, The Agency Frederick hosted guests for a special ribbon-cutting event at their new office at 11 S Market Street in charming Downtown Frederick. Managing Partners Alex Martinez and Nurit Coombe as well as Managing Director Brandi Dillon led the ensuing celebrations, which included cocktails, mocktails and light appetizers inside the newly debuted office. Guests enjoyed The Agency-branded swag—from signature hats and tees to golf balls and baby gear—and could enter a raffle for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree. 

“We’re so thrilled to share our new Frederick office with our local community of agents and clients,” says Brandi. “This region of Maryland is filled with such beautiful neighborhoods, and our office is in such a great location, right in the heart of Downtown Frederick. If anyone is in the area, be sure to come by and say hello!” 

Across the Atlantic, The Agency Portugal held two days of special grand opening events. On Thursday, March 30, the team hosted a cocktail party and open house at a picturesque penthouse in Estoril, a listing located west of Lisbon held by consultant Andrew Freire. The Agency’s Founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky was in attendance, alongside the office’s Managing Partner Ayres Neto and John Thorpe, Vice President of Franchise Sales and Operations for Europe.

Guests—including members of The Agency Portugal, clients and real estate investors—enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere and took in a performance by fado singer Inês Vasconcellos, plus short speeches by Ayres and Maurício.

On Friday, March 31, the local team held a reception at Quinta do Lago, Algarve. A partnership was signed between Green Jacket and The Agency Portugal for the marketing of the luxury development, One Green Way.

“Portugal is such a uniquely beautiful real estate market. It’s been incredibly exciting to open The Agency here,” says Ayres. “The response from both locals and international buyers has been very warm—The Agency brand is known and loved around the world!” 

Welcome to the family, Frederick and Portugal! Here’s to many more celebrations to come. 

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