Bill Virgo
Service Area
Greater Kalamazoo, Portage, Parchment, Vicksburg, Schoolcraft, Mattawan and surrounding areas in Southwest Michigan.
Real Estate Designations
Certified with Prudential Relocation in Marketing Assistance, Destination Services and Relocation Inventory. Also, E-Certified 2.0.
Previous Careers
Over 30 years in corporate advertising, marketing and management positions with leading local companies.
Specialties
Professionally assisting and representing Buyers or Sellers. First-time home buyers, Downsizing Empty Nesters, Relocating Professionals, Lake Properties, Estate Owned Properties.
Qualifications
Licensed Real Estate Agent in State of Michigan; Member Greater Kalamazoo Association of REALTORS®, Michigan Association of REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS®.
Education
Advertising Major, Bachelor of Business Administration, Western Michigan University
Marketing Major, Master of Business Administration, Western Michigan University
Years in Real Estate
6 years (since 2006)
Hobbies
Golf and Travel.
Civic Activities
Just completed requirements with "Discover Kalamazoo" to obtain "Certified Tourism Ambassador" (CTA) designation. Past Vice Chariman and current member of GKAR Community Relations and Special Events Committee. I participated in Visioning 2025 for the City of Portage. Over the years I have volunteered for numerous organizations including Greater Kalamazoo United Way, Junior Achievement and WMU.
Family Info
Married with two adult children.
Places I Have Lived
Lifelong Kalamazoo County Resident, currently reside in Portage.
Personal Statement
I am a Kalamazoo native and life-long county resident. I am also a sixth generation member of the Virgo family, original settlers in Texas Township, Michigan. Whether you are buying or selling, please let me put my knowledge of this area and my professionalism to work for you.