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ERA President & CEO Peter Burgdorff attends national convention in Tokyo to mark two decades of success by
system's first international franchisee
PARSIPPANY, NJ (June 28, 2001) – While America enjoys its annual day of national Independence, ERA Franchise Systems LLC President and CEO Peter Burgdorff will be joining the system's Japanese counterpart, ERA Jyu-Tsu Chain, in celebrating the 20th anniversary of ERA's first international master franchisee.
ERA Jyu-Tsu Chain, the largest franchised brokerage system in Japan, will play host to Burgdorff and more than 1,500 brokers and agents from Japan and 13 other nations in Tokyo at its 2001 national convention, July 3-5. Established in 1981, ERA Japan is the nation's number one real estate brand with more than 550 offices.
At the invitation of ERA Japan leaders, Burgdorff will be a keynote speaker at the convention at the renowned Akasaka Prince Hotel, and will offer his observations on the characteristics and qualities of a successful agent.
"The message I intend on delivering is universal to ERA, no matter the language or culture. Ethical, results-oriented and forward-thinking professionals are the people who will prosper in real estate," Burgdorff says. "The success of ERA Japan in the 20 years since its creation demonstrates that its brokers and agents understand these principles. I'm proud to have the opportunity to be part of this historic celebration and to carry the pride shared by the entire ERA system to Japan."
A major contributor to ERA Japan's success has been its intense focus on education, says Dave Mathis, vice president of International Franchise Services and Events, ERA Franchise Systems, Inc. "ERA Japan offers the country's most aggressive real estate training program through its outstanding training academy," Mathis explains. "It is also the leader in introducing technology and effective marketing systems to the Japanese real estate industry."
Since its first expansion outside the U.S. in 1981, ERA has grown into a major global force. Today, the ERA Real Estate system is owned and operated by master franchisors in 26 countries and territories, including Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
ERA Franchise Systems LLC, a subsidiary of Cendant Corporation (NYSE:CD), is a global leader in the residential real estate industry with nearly 30 years experience in developing consumer-oriented products and services. The ERA Real Estate network includes more than 28,000 brokers and sales associates throughout the United States and 26 other countries and territories. ERA is available to consumers on the Internet at www.era.com. ERA® properties can also be viewed at www.REALTOR.com®.
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