We measure success by our ability to match you, our valued real estate customer, with the perfect Sanibel or Captiva property in the most timely and professional manner possible... Period. Once you find the right home or property, you've successfully located your treasure. We take pride in having safely guided you to that treasure.

Beyond the wide array of select island properties we've gathered for your perusal, perhaps the greatest treasures we offer you are our associates. In our opinion, we've assembled the finest team of Realtors on the islands. And, a quick drive around the best neighborhoods will confirm this -- if a quality property is for sale, then more than likely a John Naumann & Associates sign is proudly displayed in the front yard. In this section of our website, you can become better acquainted with our crew of treasure hunters-- real estate professionals who will leave no stone unturned as they help you locate and then purchase the Sanibel or Captiva Island property of your dreams... and whose core mission statement it is to work tirelessly for you before, during, and after the sale.

John

President/ Broker

John Naumann first came to Sanibel in 1972 to lead the sales effort by Real Estate Concepts, Inc for the sale of the 400 unit Sundial Condominium Development on Gulf Drive. In 1974 he formed and operated Sanibel Accommodations, Inc., a Sanibel based property and vacation management company. John originally founded John Naumann & Associates, Inc. (JNA), real estate company in 1977 and built the company into the largest real estate brokerage company on Sanibel and Captiva with annual sales in excess of $400 million. In 2001, JNA sold its assets to Coldwell Banker and as part of the sale, had a non-compete agreement for a 5 year period. During that 5 year period however, JNA continued to operate and sell properties developed by John and his affiliated development company BTS Development Corporation. As one of the original principal shareholders of BTS Development Corporation founded in 1979, John has served as President since its inception. BTS has created many of the premier developments on Sanibel Island and in Southwest Florida, including: By the Sea, Beachcomber ,High Tide, Somerset, Tantara, Tamarind, The Sanctuary Golf Club, Westminster Golf Club, and Jonathan Harbour. John was also a co- developer of The Westshore Condomiums on Sanibel Island, The Cypress Condominiums, Ft. Myers, FL, Admiral’s Walk in Cape Coral, FL and was involved with the development of The Grenelefe Resort in Winter Haven, FL and Innisbrook Resort in Tarpon Springs, FL.

Ray

Managing Broker

Ray has been involved with Southwest Florida real estate for over seventeen years, starting initially as an investor at South Seas Resort on Captiva Island. Ray’s experience includes ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) certification, president and owner of a commercial and residential property inspection business and senior executive in Fortune 100 companies (including buying and selling businesses). He is in a unique position to advise and guide on the many financial aspects of real estate transactions, including 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, for which he is also a certified specialist. In order to better serve his clients, Ray is a Real Estate Broker licensed by the State of Florida, specializing in Southwest Florida, including South Fort Myers and Sanibel & Captiva islands. He is a past-president of the Board of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®, Director of the Florida Association of REALTORS®, is a member of the REALTOR® Honor Society, and is a recipient of the President’s Award given to the Agents in the top 3% of the company. He is the Managing Broker of John Naumann & Associates, the oldest operating real estate company in the area. Ray is also a certified Sanibel & Captiva Islands Specialist. His relationships with attorneys, accountants, builders and title companies enable him to more effectively serve client needs. Ray is also a member of the Crown Colony Community Association Board of Directors, and on the Fort Myers Cancer Association, the American Mended Hearts Association, and is president of his church Parish Council. Ray’s education and experience includes a degree in Engineering Management and an MBA, as well as executive and general management positions, and as a consultant with the Small Business Administration. Ray enjoys photographing the flora and fauna of Southwest Florida, as well as playing golf. He and his wife Anne, who runs a home watch business, are active in various civic and church activities in Fort Myers and the islands. They have two grown sons living in the Midwest, both of whom are married.

Mary Ann

Realtor Associate

Mary Ann has been active in all phases of real estate on Sanibel for the last 20 years including, property management and owning and operating her own small firm with her late husband, Peter. Her professional commitment to hard work and integrity has rewarded her with a loyal following of personal referrals. In her spare time Mary Ann enjoys painting the beauty of the islands. Her paintings have been sold and viewed around the world. You may contact Mary Ann at 239/472-0176 or 239/565-2806