Marcontell Gilchrest Group

Kelly's BioKelly Marcontell is a highly accomplished residential real estate professional with 25+ years of industry experience. Together with her business partner, Susan Gilchrest, they have closed a total of more than $1 billion during their combined careers. As a proven top producer, Kelly is known for her comprehensive market knowledge, impressive network, discretion with clients, and distinct eye for quality in homes all across the metroplex.Kelly grew up in Springfield, IL, and graduated from Stephens College in Columbia, MO, with a Bachelor's in Communications. She moved to Dallas from Chicago in 1993 and soon began working with a national home builder, where she became well-versed in the intricacies of sales, design and construction. Kelly began selling for custom builders and one of the area's largest land developers in Westlake, Southlake and Keller. She has produced a large and impressive resale book of business. Kelly has a diverse background in every phase of the real estate transaction, providing invaluable experience and knowledge that benefits both her buying and selling clients. She has been consistently recognized among the area's highest top producers. Kelly's level of success as an Ebby agent through the years, resulted in her serving on a Luxury Portfolio International panel, speaking to thousands of luxury residential real estate agents at their annual conference in 2019.She and her husband Donnie reside in Westlake and raised their two boys through the Southlake Carroll Independent School District. Kelly's son Carter graduated from SMU and was recently married to Lexi. Chandler graduated from Baylor and now works in Dallas. She has always been a strong supporter of giving back and has been an active volunteer and supporter in the community. She and her family are members of Gateway Church and are actively involved with their small life group.Susan's BioSusan Gilchrest and her business partner, Kelly Marcontell, work together to provide the highest level of service, professionalism, and market expertise to their clients. Together they have over $350 million in Real Estate in the past 3 years and more than $1 billion in their combined careers. A full-time real estate agent since 2007, Susan has a proven track record of delivering exceptional client service, understanding her clients' unique needs, managing the buying and selling process, expertly preparing and marketing luxury homes for sale, and working in partnership with all parties through the closing.Though raised in the New York City/Connecticut area, Susan is now a long-time proud Texan. After experiencing that welcoming Texas spirit firsthand, she is always excited to introduce her relocating clients to the area and highlight the unique personalities of each town and neighborhood.Susan feels so blessed to be able to live and work here. As a mom who raised her children through Southlake Carroll ISD, she understands the importance of schools as a driving force in the home selection process. After relocating her family twice, she knows the process can be stressful for families, and works hand-in-hand with clients to make the transaction go as smoothly as possible.Prior to her career in real estate, Susan was a marketing executive for a Fortune 100 company. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Finance) from Boston College School of Management and a Master of Business in Administration (Marketing) from Fordham University in New York City, where she graduated No. 1 in her class. She also holds numerous real estate professional designations. This unique combination of education and experience allows Susan to assist sellers in best positioning and marketing homes for today's competitive environment. She also has extensive experience in working with buyers to find the right properties, write winning offers, and successfully closing transactions.Susan is actively involved in her church and community. Her recently married son Matt graduated from Auburn and is a professional golfer. Her daughter Christina graduated from SMU and is now getting her MBA at Wharton in Philadelphia.Parker's BioParker Fentriss joined Ebby Halliday as a luxury real estate specialist with a proven track record of success. With over $20 million in volume for 2021-2022, he quickly established himself as a top-performing agent. A lifelong resident of Southlake, Texas, Parker has a deep understanding of the local market and has witnessed the city's transformation from a small suburb to a thriving and affluent community. Growing up in the city, he was a standout athlete at Southlake Carroll High School, serving as one of the captains for the Carroll Dragons football team.After graduating, he attended the University of Oklahoma where he discovered his passion for business. Parker found that real estate was the perfect fit for his skillset and decided to pursue a career in the industry. He prides himself on simplifying the stressful and complicated process of buying or selling a home for his clients and finds the most gratifying part of his job is when a client is happy at the end of a transaction. Parker currently resides in Southlake, living in Town Square, the heart of the city, where he is constantly in touch with the latest developments in the area. Before making real estate his career, Parker assisted in private investments for a family office and helped fundraise for a drug development company called EmeraMed. He is also a team player in the community, offering his time with Furnishing Families of Texas, a non-profit organization that donates furniture to single mothers across DFW. When he isn't working, you can find him on the golf course.Kimberly's BioKimberly Hernandez has been proud to call herself a North Texan for most of her life. Her diverse career background as a previously licensed veterinary nurse and licensed insurance agent developed her desire to help people. And with her exceptional attention to detail, ability to multitask, love of organization, and stellar communication skills, Kim is well-suited for the world of real estate.She joined the Marcontell + Gilchrest Group in 2019 assisting with the administration of many aspects of buying and selling a home. In 2020 she became a licensed real estate agent to better assist Kelly and Susan with providing exceptional service to their clients. Since joining the group, she has transactionally processed more than $400,000,000 in residential real estate.She has been married for 23 years and has three children that were raised in Krum, Texas. Her oldest son is in the Navy, her daughter is a senior at Texas Woman's University studying Communication Sciences and her son is a sophomore at Texas A&M studying Marine Science. She is proud that her children are continuing the tradition of helping others. In her spare time, she raises English Bulldogs and Boar Goats on her farm in Krum. She enjoys scuba diving, RV camping, ATVing and cruising.Ginger's BioGinger Leatherwood brings to her team 10+ years of real estate experience and over $55 million in sales, representing clients throughout the DFW metroplex. She is a Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and excels in client services, building relationships and having a great understanding of her client's needs - all of which make the home buying or selling process a unique and smooth experience. Her enthusiastic energy and sincere compassion for people allow her to work tirelessly to connect with her clients on a personal level.Ginger grew up in Conroe, TX, and graduated from Abilene Christian University with a Bachelor of Science degree. Her amazing eye for style and polished image along with her knowledge of the latest market trends and exceptional communication skills, are highlights to note when working with her. Her love of life shines through, her work ethic reflects a calling to do more than is necessary, and she puts her clients' wants and needs above her own. Over the past decade, Ginger has been involved in the sales and marketing of millions of dollars of real estate in areas such as Southlake, Westlake, Trophy Club, Keller, Colleyville, Grapevine, Argyle and Las Colinas among many others.Ginger and her husband Jim reside in Southlake, raising their four children. Their daughter Claire graduated from Oklahoma State, son Owen is a sophomore at Ole Miss, son Parker is a junior at Colleyville Heritage and daughter Emerson is an 8th grader at Grapevine Middle. She has devoted numerous years serving and investing in the lives of people through her community, schools, and church.Nina's BioNina Boyd is an experienced and dedicated professional in the real estate industry, with a strong presence in the Flower Mound area since 1994. After earning a Merchandising and Marketing degree from Baylor University, she began her career in new home construction, gaining valuable insights into the intricacies of the housing market and construction processes. Over time, Nina decided to expand her expertise by obtaining a real estate license, and for the past decade, she has been actively involved in helping clients buy and sell properties with a total volume of over $175 million. Nina's commitment to her clients is unparalleled, and she goes above and beyond to ensure their satisfaction. To provide the best service possible, she doesn't limit herself to the DFW area. By extending her services to clients outside the region, it allows her to cater to a broader clientele and provide a greater bandwidth of options and opportunities. Whether it's buying a luxury home or selling an investment property for the best value, clients can count on Nina's expertise and dedication to make the process smooth and successful. Beyond her professional achievements, Nina finds fulfillment in her personal life as well. She has been happily married for 30 years, and together with her husband, Gary, they have raised two wonderful daughters. One of her daughters, Emily Boyd, has followed in her footsteps and joined her as a partner in the real estate business, adding a dynamic and complementary element to their team. Emily's BioEmily Boyd is a Texas native and real estate professional with over $15 million in volume, serving clients throughout the entire DFW metroplex. Growing up in Flower Mound, she has an in-depth understanding of the local real estate market and the specific needs of clients in the area.With a degree in Marketing and Management from Texas Tech University, Emily combines her knowledge with her passion for helping people, delivering exceptional service and results. Emily's commitment to excellence is further strengthened by her partnership with her mother, who has over 15 years of real estate experience. Together, they offer clients a wealth of knowledge and insight, along with a personalized approach to buying and selling properties.Emily is dedicated to exceeding her clients' real estate goals, whether they are first-time homebuyers, investors, or luxury buyers/sellers. She provides guidance and ensures a seamless experience throughout the entire process.Outside of real estate, Emily enjoys exploring the metroplex's vibrant communities, staying informed about market trends, and volunteering in local community organizations. She is dedicated to building lasting relationships and making a positive impact on the lives of her clients and the community as a whole.