Jessica Auten is a Global Real Estate Advisor for Premier Sotheby International Realty located in Banner Elk, NC. With a primary focus on Residential Real Estate and Land, she caters to the needs of Buyers, Sellers, and Investors. Jessica's journey in the real estate industry began in 2007 when she and her husband ventured into property investment, successfully rehabbing and flipping homes for over 15 years. She holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Appalachian State University, where she also serves as a professor at the College for Business. Having spent a significant portion of her career in the hospitality and service sector, Jessica made the decision to pursue her lifelong passion for Real Estate. She provides exceptional service to her clients and focuses on building long-lasting relationships. Jessica's primary objective is to guide and support buyers and sellers throughout their transactions, always representing their best interests from negotiations to contract execution. Jessica holds an active Real Estate license in the state of NC and attributes her success to her unwavering commitment to serving others, treating everyone with equal respect, regardless of their level of interest or purchase. Prior to her real estate career, Jessica served as the sales manager for The Village Inns of Blowing Rock, a collection of boutique hotels. Her exceptional performance led to a promotion as the general manager, where she gained invaluable experience overseeing various aspects of the business, including marketing, customer service, accounting, and human resources. Transitioning into real estate was a natural progression for Jessica, given her lifelong passion for the industry and home design. She has personally bought and sold several properties, investing her time and effort to transform them into beautiful homes for her family, which she later sold for a profit. Jessica's background in hospitality and tourism positions her as a valuable asset in a market that heavily relies on second homeowners and vacation properties. Customer service is paramount to Jessica, and her unwavering integrity, loyalty, positivity, and problem-solving skills enable her to deliver an exceptional experience to her clients, fostering enduring relationships. Furthermore, Jessica actively serves on the Boone Tourism Development Authority and the High Country Workforce Development Board, having previously held positions on the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the High Country Host executive board. Jessica is a proud member of the National Association of REALTORS® and the High Country Association of REALTORS®, further solidifying her commitment to professionalism and excellence in the Real Estate industry.