A Branson native and third generation Realtor, Jeff graduated from Branson High School and attended Missouri State University in Springfield where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Entertainment Management. After graduation, he put this degree to work at Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede where he was Merchandise Manager for over three years. His responsibilities included inventory tracking, ordering, concession and staff management. Jeff has a Missouri Salesperson and Broker's license and is a partner of the firm. Aside from selling commercial and residential real estate, his responsibilities at Gerken & Associates include sales management, recruiting, training and accounting. Committed to his career, Jeff is a GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute) Designee. GRI is a designation awarded by the Missouri Association of Realtors® to National Association of Realtors® members who have successfully completed the required 12, eight-hour courses of advanced lectures and exams held throughout the state of Missouri. A certified Internet professional, he has completed the e-PRO training program and exam for real estate professionals, endorsed by the National Association of Realtors. An e-PRO agent streamlines the entire transaction, from showing to closing, through a number of online tools and advanced software. Dedicated to his sellers, Jeff is an SRS (Seller's Representative Specialist) Designee. The SRS designation gives an agent the skills and training to help their clients market and negotiate the sale of their home. Actively involved in the local Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors, Jeff is on the Board of Directors, is a State Director for the Missouri Association or Realtors, and has served on the 2005 - 2010 Education Committees. Currently, he serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, as an Ambassador and volunteer for the Hollister Chamber of Commerce. Jeff is also a member of his local Kiwanis Club Excited to be a part of an organization with such a rich history of helping kids in need everywhere, Jeff is a member of the Board of Directors. As a soccer enthusiast, Jeff volunteers as the coach of the Tiger Sharks - a 5-6 year old team for the Branson RecPlex. A 2004 graduate of the Branson Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce's Leadership program, Jeff is thoroughly familiar with Branson’s evolution, environment, community service, marketing, government and economic development plans. E-mail: Jeff@GerkenandAssociates.com General Interests
Water skiing, canoeing, camping and travel. Movies
The Secret, What the Bleep Do We Know?!, Tombstone, Fight Club and documentaries. Books
What to Say When You Talk to Yourself – Shad Helmstetter
Who Moved My Cheese? - Spencer Johnson
Fish - Stephen Lundin
The Richest Man in Babylon – George S. Clason
Good to Great - Jim Collins
The Tipping Point - Malcolm Gladwell
Made to Stick - Chip Heath & Dan Heath |