A Night That Celebrated More Than Production

On Saturday, February 21, 2025, real estate professionals from across Texas gathered at The Nathaniel Center in Kingwood, Texas for the 2025 JLA Realty Awards Banquet — an evening dedicated to recognizing excellence, honoring production, and celebrating the culture that continues to move JLA Realty forward.

The program highlighted a powerful theme: success built on trust, accountability, collaboration, and doing business the right way. While Gross Commission Income (GCI) awards were presented across multiple tiers, the evening was about more than numbers. It was about people. Families. Leadership. Partnership. Momentum.

The Almogabar Team JLA Realty Omnia Elevate | 2025 JLA Realty Awards Banquet | Kingwood Texas

Left ot Right: Syl Joseph, Jr., Theresa Almogabar, Robby Almogabar

Brenda Weathered Top Real Estate Agent Corpus Christi | JLA Realty 2025 Awards Banquet | Omnia Elevate

Brenda Weathered

Recognizing Excellence: Award Levels by Gross Commission Income

Agents were honored based on 2025 Gross Commission Income performance:

  • Opal: $60,000 – $89,999

  • Amethyst: $90,000 – $119,999

  • Topaz: $120,000 – $149,999

  • Sapphire: $150,000 – $179,999

  • Pearl: $180,000 – $209,999

  • Ruby: $210,000 – $239,999

  • Quartz: $240,000 – $269,999

  • Jade: $270,000 – $299,999

  • Diamond: $300,000 – $329,999

  • Double Diamond: $330,000+

These tiers represent not just production, but discipline, consistency, client care, and professionalism across the state of Texas. Omnia Elevate had several Opal award winners, and one Pearl award winner.

JLA Realty Omnia Elevate | Raquel Sanchez, Jeremy Williams, Robby Almogabar | JLA Awards Baquet 2025

Left to Right: Raquel Sanchez, Jeremy Williams, Robby Almogabar

JLA Realty Awards Banquet 2025 | Jeremy Williams, Jeff Shealey, Robert Fillyaw | JLA Realty Omnia Elevate

Left to Right: Jeremy Williams, Jeff Shealey, Robert Fillyaw

JLA Realty – Omnia Elevate Representation

The evening was strongly represented by members of JLA Realty – Omnia Elevate, including:

  • Jeremy Williams and Laurie Williams

  • Robby and Theresa Almogabar

  • Sylvester “Syl” Joseph Jr.

  • Christine Bolton

  • Pati Juarez and Juan Juarez

  • Brenda Weathered

  • Raquel Sanchez

Their presence reflects the growth and impact Omnia Elevate continues to have within JLA Realty.

Omnia Elevate is built on a clear foundation — Mission, Vision, Values, Beliefs, and Purpose — and that culture was visible throughout the night. When one wins, we all win.

Jeremy Williams JLA Realty All-Star Award Winner 2025  with Pati Juarez of JLA Realty Omnia Elevate

Left to Right: Jeremy Williams, Pati Juarez

The All-Star Award: A Humbling Moment

At the end of the evening, a surprise moment unfolded.

Jeremy Williams was presented with the All-Star Award, the top culture award across all of JLA Realty. Out of more than 1,500 colleagues statewide, he was recognized for his investment — both seen and unseen — into agents inside and outside of his organization.

His reflection:

“Last night, I was completely caught off guard.
To be honored with the All-Star Award from the leadership team at JLA Realty — John Altic, Amanda Seidel, and Kim Scott — was something I never saw coming.

Out of more than 1,500 colleagues across the state, I was recognized for my investment — both seen and unseen — into agents inside and outside of my organization across JLA Realty.

It’s hard to put into words what that felt like.

Gratitude.
Humility.
Joy.

There are so many who are deserving of this kind of recognition. I don’t take it lightly — not for a second. It is truly an honor.

And I’m grateful I didn’t have to give a speech. Ha!

First and foremost, I thank God for continually shaping my heart and mind to be a person of service. Any impact I’ve had is because He continues to work on me daily.

To my wife — thank you for letting me chase what sometimes feels like a crazy dream. None of this would be possible without you. And to my kids, who still aren’t quite sure what I do every day but support me anyway — I love you more than you know.

To John for the vision and opportunity to build within JLA Realty, and to Kim and Amanda for their leadership and support — thank you.

And finally — and truly the only reason this is possible — to those who have trusted me, partnered with me, and built alongside me at Omnia Elevate, and to all of my fellow colleagues across JLA Realty… this belongs to you as much as it does to me.

The only way I can describe it all is this:
Joy.

And we’re just getting started. 🚀”

JLA Realty 2025 Awards Banquet | JLA All-Star Award | Jeremy Williams

JLA Realty All-Star Award

Jeremy Williams 2025 JLA Realty All-Star Award Winner | Omnia Elevate

Jeremy Williams – 2025 JLA Realty All-Star Award Winner

The Celebration Continued at Cowboy Surfer

After the formal ceremony, several Omnia Elevate members headed to Cowboy Surfer in Kingwood, Texas for the official after party.

The celebration was generously sponsored by Monica and Jeff Shealey of HMA Mortgage, whose partnership continues to strengthen the real estate community.

With live music, food, and drinks, the energy carried late into the evening. It was a reminder that success is sweeter when celebrated together.

Culture isn’t just built in boardrooms. It’s built in moments like these.

JLA Realty Awards 2025 | Pati and Juan Juarez | Jeff Shealey HMA Mortgage | Cowboy Surfer Kingwood Texas

Pati and Juan Juarez at Cowboy Surfer in Kingwood, TX

Theresa and Robby Almogabar | JLA Realty Awards 2025 | Jeff Shealey HMA Mortgage | Cowboy Surfer in Kingwood Texas

Theresa and Robby Almogabar at Cowboy Surfer in Kingwood, TX

Strategic Partners Who Make It Possible

The evening was supported by a strong network of affiliates across mortgage, title, insurance, inspections, and service industries — including:

Capital Title, University Title Company, Lend Mortgage, HMA Mortgage, Stewart Title, Old Republic Title, First American Title Insurance Company, Fairway Home Mortgage, New American Funding, American Home Shield, Survey 1, Patten Title Company, and many others.

These strategic partnerships elevate the experience delivered to every client across Texas.

JLA Realty Awards 2025 | Brenda Weathered, Syl Joseph, Jr., Christine Bolton, Laurie Williams | Nathaniel Center Kingwood Texas

Left to Right: Brenda Weathered, Syl Joseph, Jr., Christine Bolton, Laurie Williams

Jeremy Williams and Robby Almogabar | Leadership for JLA Realty Omnia Elevate | JLA Realty Awards 2025

Left to Right: Robby Almogabar, Jeremy Williams

Jeremy Williams and Cathe Heinrich of First American Title Houston and San Antonio | JLA Realty Award Banquet 2025

Left to Right: Jeremy Williams, Cathe Heinrich – First American Title

JLA Realty Awards 2025 | Jeremy Williams, Jasmin Lye, Broker/Owner John Altic | JLA Omnia Elevate

Left to Right: Jeremy Williams, Jasmin Lye, John Altic

Momentum Across Texas

JLA Realty continues expanding its footprint across Texas, and JLA Realty – Omnia Elevate is committed to building a results-driven, culture-first movement of highly productive professionals.

Production matters.
Integrity matters more.
Culture sustains both.

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