About Our Team

Our team offers years of experience in general brokerage, new home sales and construction.  Since 2001, when Kay started her real estate career in new home sales, Charlotte has seen tremendous growth and the population in the Lake Norman area has more than doubled. Several members on our team are former new home sales reps and it is likely that one of us sold or competed against the homes our clients are considering. Our comprehensive understanding of the nuances of each neighborhood, builder and area empowers our clients to make fully informed decisions about the homes they are looking to buy or sell.  We bring all of this knowledge and experience together to assist home buyers and sellers with thoughtful, professional guidance.  All of our agents are also members of the National Association of REALTORS®, and therefore adhere to the highest standards in the industry, including a comprehensive Code of Ethics.  Our team serves the entire Charlotte Metro Area in both North Carolina and South Carolina, with a focus on the Lake Norman area, including Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Denver and Huntersville.

In addition to our in-depth market knowledge, Brian’s time as a general contractor serves our clients well.  Over the last 20 years, we have remained fully committed to our real estate careers- we have enjoyed the prosperous times and we have  persevered through the challenging times of the housing crisis in 2008. We understand the unique obstacles and opportunities of an everchanging market and how to navigate through it.  Our team values service over sales and doing the right thing above all else.  We would love the opportunity to discuss your real estate needs! 

KAY FISHER, REALTOR® - TEAM LEADER

Kay offers our clients years of experience in general brokerage along with experience in new home sales and a marketing degree. Her background is a benefit when staging, pricing, negotiating and marketing your home. This, combined with her extensive community outreach and professional networks gives your listing unmatched exposure to a network of real estate and other professionals. 

Kay has a passion for giving back to the community. Along with running a real estate business and raising three young children with her husband & business partner, Brian Fisher, Kay devotes many hours serving our community. This gives Kay the ability to work with people in our community in service organizations & government, putting our clients in the know about the future direction of the Lake Norman area. 

Kay's background includes the following community involvement, experience and awards:

• Neighborhood C.A.R.E. Center: Board Member, Secretary- Current.
• Eco-Davidson: Co-Chair- Current.
• Creator- Charlotte Pandemic Pods to help working parents find solutions for remote learning during the pandemic.  Kay was featured on WBTV, Cornelius Today & USA Today Affiliate Network for this work.
• Cornelius Cultural Arts Group: Former President.
• Our Towns Habitat For Humanity: Former Board Member, Site Selection Committee.
• Rotary Club of North Mecklenburg: Former Board Member, Public Relations Committee Chair.
• Davidson Lands Conservancy: Former Board Member, Land Acquisition Committee.
• Cornelius Today Newspaper : Former member- Editorial Advisory Board.
• Lake Norman Homebuilders Association: Former Member.
• Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce- Former Member Diversity Council.
• Member of CREN (Charlotte Regional Environmental Network): Participant of Mecklenburg Livable Communities Plan- Accessibility Think Tank.
• Davidson College Environmental Studies Capstone Project- Community Partner for Davidson College student Cater Corley's "Digital Storytelling- Connections to the Land in Davidson, NC" - 2016.
• Kelller Williams Agent Leadership Council: Former Education Chair, Ignite Facilitator Team, Instructor to new agents.
• Clemson University: Bachelor of Science Marketing w/ concentration in Speech & Communication.
• NAR Designations & Certifications: GREEN®, SFR®, e-Pro®.
• Denver Lake Norman Rotary Club: Former Board member & Vocational Chair- 2009.
• NVR, Inc./ Ryan Homes: Senior New Home Sales Representative 2001-2008; President's Club, Rookie of the Year for Charlotte & Carolina Region.

Awards:

• Five Star Professional Award Recipient-  Yearly award recognizing the top real estate agents in the industry- 2020, 2021 & 2022.
• Four Way Test Award- North Mecklenburg Rotary Club- "In recognition of exceptional leadership and devoted service to the ideals of rotary" June 2016
• Top Sales/ Sales Team Award- Keller Williams Lake Norman Cornelius, 2013- 2021.
• Eagle Award Recipient March 2015- award given to the agent in each Keller Williams office that exemplifies the culture of the business, exhibits leadership in the industry, and displays high moral and ethical standards among his/her peers.
• President's Club Award- Ryan Homes - top 10% of sales reps company wide.
• Rookie of the Year- Ryan Homes Carolina Region 2003.
• Rookie of the year- Ryan Homes North Division 2003. 

BRIAN FISHER, REALTOR® - TEAM CO-LEADER, LISTING SPECIALIST

Brian has worked in the Real Estate and Construction industry since 1998 and has experience in every stage of the process of purchasing and building new homes as well as representing buyers and sellers of existing homes.  He began his real estate career gaining experience doing closings, title insurance and lot acquisitions for a national builder for 3 years. Next, Brian moved to new home sales for 6 years, followed by over a year as a construction supervisor with that same builder.  In late 2007, Brian founded a construction company as a licensed general contractor, simultaneous with the housing crash that was unfolding at the time. Brian went back to his roots in 2010, spending three more years in new home sales with another national builder.  Carrying vast knowledge about many areas of real estate that he knew would serve their clients well, Brian joined his wife, Kay Fisher, at Keller Williams Realty in 2013, creating a team that is now The Fishers Real Estate. 

Brian's background includes the following experience and awards  :

• NAR Certifications: SFR®.
• Ignite Facilitator Team, Instructor to new agents. Keller Williams Lake Norman.
• Judge- Lake Norman Homebuilder's Association's 2015 Best of the Lake Design competition.
• New home sales: Standard Pacific Homes 2010-2013.
• General Contractor: Fisher Custom Homes & Renovations- renovations and custom homes 2007-2009.
• General Contractor/ Construction Supervisor: NVR, Inc./ Ryan Homes- new construction 2006-2007.
• New Home Sales: NVR, Inc./ Ryan Homes 2001-2006.
• Title Insurance Underwriter & Title Department Manager: NVR, Inc./ NVR Settlement Services 2000-2001.
• MCSE for Windows NT/ 2000: Assisted NVR, Inc. Corporate IT department with local network administration in Charlotte NVR offices.
• Lot Acquisition & Post Closing Supervisor: NVR, Inc./ NVR Settlement Services 1998-1999.
• University of North Carolina at Charlotte: Business Administration.

Awards:

• Top Sales/ Sales Team Award- Keller Williams Lake Norman Cornelius, 2013-2021.
• Five Star Professional Award Recipient-  Yearly award recognizing the top real estate agents in the industry- 2020, 2021 & 2022.
• Top Sales Award- Standard Pacific Homes Byers Creek November 2012.
• Top Customer Service Award- Standard Pacific Homes 2011 & 2012.
• Top Sales Award- NVR Inc., Ryan Homes, October 2006. 

LAUREN BARKER, REALTOR® - CLOSING MANAGER, BUYER SPECIALIST

Lauren became part of our team in 2013, with a Communications degree from UNCC. She has a background managing large marketing efforts with Davidson College and Make-A-Wish Foundation. Lauren has become an integral part of our team and process for our clients as she handles many of the contract to closing duties for the team.  Lauren is a knowledgeable resource for our buyers and sellers, helping them navigate the buying or selling process.  She also works with select residential and commercial buyers as she is a licensed Realtor® as well!

"I have lived in the Charlotte area my whole life- in particular Denver/Lincoln County. I love the area have seen the area grow yet it seems like I still run into people I know everywhere I go. The Lake Norman area gives the perfect blend of having modern conveniences yet the charm of a small community feel. I have a degree in Communications from UNC Charlotte, where I met my husband, who is also from the area. My background in non-profit work, public relations, communications budgeting, and event planning and has led to an easy transition to working on The Fishers Real Estate team." 

Awards:

• Excellence in Compliance- Keller Williams Lake Norman 2019-2021.
• Top Sales Award- Keller Williams Lake Norman 2021.
• Five Star Professional Rising Star Award- 2022. 

MARK "RUBY" RUBENSTEIN, REALTOR® - BUYER SPECIALIST, LAND SPECIALIST

Mark began his real estate career in new home sales, working for a national builder for over 13 years, where he first met Kay and Brian.  Mark also worked with Kay and Brian on the opposite side of the table during his time selling new homes. After being so impressed by the way we do business and the level of customer service our team provides, Mark knew he had to be a part of our team, so he joined The Fishers Real Estate in 2020.  Mark quickly became a top agent in our area, winning the award as the #1 Buyer's Agent in our Keller Williams Lake Norman office for 2020 in only a little over 6 months on the job!

“By providing the highest level of customer service, and expertise, I’ve built lifelong relationships with my clients. In my free time, I enjoy all sorts of art, baseball, great conversation, exploring Charlotte and Lake Norman, and spending time with my family and friends! If you frequent any local coffee shops, you’re bound to run into me, enjoying a coffee! Please say “hello”, and I’ll buy you a coffee!!!” 

Awards:

•  #1 Buyer's Agent of the Year 2020 Keller Williams Lake Norman Cornelius (in only 6 months of activity).
• Top Sales Award- Keller Williams Lake Norman 2020, 2021.
• Five Star Professional Rising Star Award- 2021, 2022. 

 WHITNEY GARRICK - MARKETING MANAGER

Whitney began her real estate career in new home sales in 2005, working for a national builder, where she first met Kay and Brian.  From that experience working together and understanding the culture of our team, she decided to join The Fishers Real Estate in 2022!  Whitney is multi-talented and experienced in sales and support, assisting with marketing efforts, strategic long term planning and advertising campaigns.  We are excited to have her as part of our team!

"My passion for Real Estate brought me to the Lake Norman Area 19 years ago and I feel so fortunate to call such a beautiful community my home. I have known and worked with Kay and Brian for many years and admire their innate integrity and respect their dynamic real estate experience.  I am proud to be joining The Fishers Real Estate as it is easy to market a service you know has life-changing value that is being offered by people who exemplify trustworthiness." 

Whitney's background includes the following experience and awards:

• Virginia Tech: B.S. Business- Marketing Management. 
• Virginia Tech: B.A. Foreign Languages- Spanish  
• New Home Sales, Settlement Administration, Sales & Marketing Support 

  NVR, Inc./ Ryan Homes  2005-2018.  

Awards:

• President's Club Award - Ryan Homes - top 10% of sales reps company wide.
• Division Administrator of the year – Ryan Homes Charlotte East Division 2017.
• Unsung Hero – Outstanding performance  in the Ryan Homes Charlotte North Division 2016.
• Sales Support Team Member of the Year, Ryan Homes – 2013 & 2014.
• Customer Service Awards Multiple Years, Ryan Homes -  2005-2018.
• Mortgage Partnership Award – NVR Mortgage/Ryan Homes - 2007.
• MVP Sales Award - Ryan Homes - 2006 & 2008.

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