Michelle Caldwell Thompson is the Principal Real Estate Broker and owner of CTI REAL ESTATE, a firm she founded in 2004 as an independent property management and real estate services company. Under Michelle’s leadership, the firm has grown into one of the region's most successful real estate agencies, managing a team of over fifty dedicated professionals. CTI REAL ESTATE has handled 1000s of real estate transactions, encompassing residential, commercial, and investment properties. As a seasoned multi-million dollar producer, Michelle consistently ranks among the top agents in the area. Before establishing CTI REAL ESTATE, Michelle enjoyed a successful career in commercial real estate as a Regional Sales Manager for a large property management firm. Her expertise in both commercial and residential real estate has positioned her as a respected industry leader, known for her ability to close complex transactions and achieve exceptional results for her clients. Michelle is a multi-million dollar-producing sales and listing agent with millions in annual sales volume. She is also a State-Licensed Real Estate Instructor and an accomplished REO, Trust, Divorce Sales Manager, and Real Estate Default Services Facilitator. Her diverse real estate experience spans high-end residential properties, commercial deals, and complex investment transactions, and she is highly regarded for her problem-solving abilities and commitment to her clients. In addition to her real estate achievements, Michelle has a strong commitment to community service and has held several leadership roles, including: Chairman, Board of Directors, Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Vice President, Board of Directors, Rappahannock Educational Foundation Board of Managers, Mary Washington Hospital Center Foundation Advisory Board Member, University of Mary Washington Honors Program Michelle was also appointed to the City of Fredericksburg Riverfront Task Force. Her extensive community involvement has earned her multiple prestigious honors, including: John J. Wright Museum’s Community TORCH Award Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors' GOOD NEIGHBOR Award Greater Fredericksburg Black Chamber of Commerce’s MENTOR OF THE YEAR Award Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Network of ENTERPISING WOMEN Laurie A Wideman Award Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Prince B Woodard LEADERSHIP Award University of Mary Washington’s Pat Metzger LEADERSHIP Award Michelle has served as President of the Greater Rappahannock (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, and was the Former President of the Fredericksburg Chapter of the Women’s Council of Realtors. She is also an active member of the National Association of Women Business Owners, National Association of Residential Property Managers, and the National Association of Realtors. Michelle has been featured as a real estate subject matter expert on various radio shows, including Healthy, Wealthy & Wise on WURD and The Daily Drum Talk Show and Beyond the Bling on WHUR. She has shared her leadership journey as a speaker at notable events, such as the UMW Women’s Colloquium, Leadership Fredericksburg, and several other community engagements. Michelle and her husband, Troy Thompson, have been married since the early 1990s and have three children and several grandchildren. They enjoy traveling with friends and Florida A&M University (FAMU) alumni to college football games, historic American towns, and other exciting destinations. For real estate questions, Michelle can be reached at 540-785-7800 or via email at mthompson@ctirealestate.com. Visit www.CTIRealEstate.com for more information.