Meet the Team

Vinny Panessa


Vinny Panessa is a native New Yorker who grew up on Long Island. After moving to Arizona in 1974, Vinny's family settled in Tempe and quickly fell in love with the Valley of the Sun. Vinny attended Arizona State University and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors Degree in Liberal Arts. Several years later, he returned to college and earned his MBA. Vinny's professional experience includes 15 years of sales management and sale consulting for Dex Media. He was the Winner of the prestigious President’s Award at Dex Media six times and the Vice President’s Award four times.

Vinny is dedicated and passionate about his role as your Realtor. His extensive experience makes him a skilled negotiator who will always put your needs first and work diligently to exceed your expectations. There is simply no substitute for great service when working with a real estate consultant! His team has the latest technology available and is on the cutting edge in assisting you with your real estate needs.

In addition to his life passion in real estate, Vinny is a proud father of two wonderful children who are very important to him. He is also an extremely proud grandfather! Being a grandfather is so much better than he could have ever imagined. He is also an avid sports fan and has previously been involved in coaching many youth sports teams.

Vinny looks forward to meeting you and providing you with the very best service possible.

This is Vinny's commitment to you:

"As part of an integral support team I am dedicated to making your real estate experience very positive and pleasurable. I will work together to meet your needs, desires, and dreams. In earning your trust, whether buying or selling real estate, my goal is to continue a life long relationship with you, your family, friends, neighbors and associates.”

Vinny is available via phone at (480) 251-0101, and e-mail at Vinny@VinnySellsAZHomes.com.


Kathy Panessa


Kathy Panessa grew up in Niagara, Wisconsin. After moving to Arizona in 1979, Kathy's family settled in Tempe where she graduated High School from Marcos De Niza. She attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Computer Information Systems. Kathy's professional experience includes 13 years of IT Application Development for US Airways. Kathy has also been helping clients buy and sell Real Estate since 2003. Kathy enjoys traveling with her family, especially to Maui, Hawaii! She loves being a grandma!

If you are looking to Sell your home, my marketing plan will promote your property in the most effective way, enabling you to get the best price in the shortest possible time. I will represent you and your interests with a professional commitment throughout the transaction.

Buying a home is an emotional experience. Your home is probably one of the largest investments you'll ever make. By taking the time to get to know you and learn what your needs and wants are, I can find your perfect home and negotiate the best possible deal.

This is Kathy's commitment to you:

"As part of an integral support team I am dedicated to making your real estate experience very positive and pleasurable. I will work together to meet your needs, desires, and dreams. In earning your trust, whether buying or selling real estate, my goal is to continue a life long relationship with you, your family, friends, neighbors and associates.”


Kathy is available via phone at 480-861-8544, and e-mail at Kathy@KathySellsAZHomes.com.