Our Team

The Chantel Ray Team a member of the Winner’s Circle every month.

Effective marketing and strong negotiating skills are two reasons Chantel Ray, of the Chantel Ray Real Estate Team continues to thrive in the competitive Hampton Roads marketplace. Nicknamed the “rainmaker”, Chantel entered the scene and created a team of specialists to assist in the complex real estate process. Since then, the Chantel Ray Real Estate Team, a franchise of William E. Wood at the Mall, is arguably one of the most successful team of professionals in the region, utilizing each other’s strengths while providing superior customer service.

Before Chantel became a real estate professional, she earned a bachelors degree in Mathematics from Virginia Wesleyan College and proceeded to teach at Cox High School for several years. However, her desire for limitless potential and better hours resulted in a highly lucrative career in real estate. Along with natural charisma, her educational back round and teaching experience helped pave the way for a successful nine person team, including five real estate agents, three administrative assistants, and one courier.

“I wanted to build a team of professionals where we could all work together and use our strengths more effectively,” said Chantel.

And because Chantel consistently provided out-standing leadership within the Chantel Ray Real Estate Team, she won the HRRA Circle of Excellence Mega Team Award in 2006. Individually, much of her success speaks for itself, Chantel attributes it to excellent team work and a resilient marketing strategy. “It’s marketing, marketing, and more marketing,” Chantel stated. “Not only do I market myself intensely, I market the homes I’m selling even more so.”

TEAM BIOGRAPHIES

Chantel Ray | (757) 717-1003 A mathematics graduate of Virginia Wesleyan College, Chantel taught at Cox high school for several years. She has served as a children’s minister and Youth minister. The Chantel Ray Real Estate Team has sold on average 2 million dollars in real estate every month. Chantel recently married and resides in Virginia Beach with her husband, Rhyan, 7 year old daughter, Shayla, dog Mango and dog Chiquita. Email: chantel@chantelray.com

Anita Spangler, Realtor | (757) 777-8071 A business graduate from East Carolina University, Anita was a controller for 6 years before becoming a Realtor. She is licensed in Virginia and North Carolina. Currently, Anita lives with her husband, AJ and enjoys being a part of the team. Email: anita@chantelray.com

Stephen Wills, Realtor | (757) 773-4855 Stephen Wills is a member of the well known Chantel Ray Real Estate team who came to the Hampton Roads area by way of the U.S. Navy. Stephen has a real knack for helping people find just the right home and also specializes in working with investors in our ever changing market. Stephen and his wife Kelly have three beautiful daughters. When Stephen is not busy providing top notch service to his clients he enjoys spending time with the family as well as playing a little poker now and again. Stephen will be more than willing to help you with any of your real estate needs and like always is just a phone call away. Email: stephen@chantelray.com

Wanda Leach, Realtor, ABR | (757) 237-2964 Wanda has been in real estate for several years and has an extensive legal background. Wanda provides excellent customer service to all her clients and their satisfaction is her top priority. Her experience with buyers & sellers allows her to provide you with valuable insight to help you buy your next home or to sell the one you are in now. Email: wanda@chantelray.com

Kim Davis, Realtor | (757) 685-5100 A native of Scotland, Kim joined The Chantel Ray Team in 2008 and offers a unique level of expertise combined with a phenomenal level of professionalism. Kim is a licensed Realtor with over 16 years experience in the real estate industry. She has participated in a variety of contract transactions, including luxury residential properties in both Hampton Roads and overseas . Her extensive knowledge and experience, combined with The Chantel Ray Team's resources provide a unique advantage to her clients. In addition to her deep passion for real estate, Kim enjoys playing Monopoly with her family and also envisions herself as somewhat of a "Karaoke Superstar" (you have to see it to believe it ;-) Email: kim@chantelray.com

Heather Rego, Realtor | (757) 574-7572 Heather considers herself a southern girl, originally from Texas she spent much of her childhood moving around the south and ending up in Ohio. She graduated from Bowling Green State University where she received her BS in Business Education. She taught high school in Ohio as well as locally in Virginia Beach for several years before deciding to become a Realtor. Heather spent the last three years specializing in real estate investing and also worked with many buyers making homeownership a reality. Heather is married with two children, Adriana (4) and Logan (5 months); she loves cooking and spending time with family and friends. Her love of people is apparent as she strives to make sure each buyer and seller knows that she will handle their purchase or sell with great expertise, professionalism and understanding. Email: heather@chantelray.com

Beth Beebe, Realtor | (757) 237-3360 Beth joins our team with 7 years experience and a grounded sense of the current market. She brings a depth of knowledge and success of short sale transactions, resales and listings. As her youngest son, Brandon says about her, "she's a Great Mom of three sons. Puts her mind to what she needs to accomplish, and tries never to miss a clients call. She is always driving to meet clients and takes time out of her time, to work and help others with buisness. She's ready for anything her work brings her way. She's always on a computer or on the MLS. Always doing research and trying to learn new things. Reading on how to be a better realtor. She's focused on work and always becoming a better Mom. A Great realtor who always gives her best to others." She enjoys time at the beach, being with family and friends. Being a part of a great church and women's group are essential blessings to her life. Email: beth@chantelray.com

Virginia Cope, Realtor | (757) 286-4860 Virginia relocated to the Virginia Beach area in 1986 from New York and has decided to make this her home. After working in the insurance industry for 13 years, Virginia decided to follow her desire to become a Realtor and has made that a reality. Since working in the corporate world Virginia has been groomed to provide excellent customer service and her attention to detail can't be matched. She is in tune to clients wants and needs and ultimately strives to get you into the home of your dreams. Virginia is married and has two boys 6 and 13 who currently attend the Virginia Beach public school system. She also resides in the Princess Anne portion of the city. However this does not hinder her from traveling all over the Hampton Roads area to find your perfect home. Virginia is married and has two boys 6 and 13 who currently attend the Virginia Beach public school system. She also resides in the Princess Anne portion of the city. However this does not hinder her from traveling all over the Hampton Roads area to find your perfect home. With her combined compassion and caring spirit for others, Virginia is ready to assist you in all aspects of your Real Estate needs. Email: virginia@chantelray.com

Anna Little, Realtor | (757) 216-5796 As a lifetime resident of Virginia Beach, Anna joins our team bringing an extensive knowledge of the area and a love for her hometown. She spent the past few years as a Realtor with Prudential working closely with First-time home buyers, Military Transfers and investors as a buyers and/or sellers agent. She graduated from East Carolina University in 1995 with a BS in Education and taught in Virginia Beach before making the move to Real Estate. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time at the beach or in the garden with her husband, Tripp and their children Tyler (6) and Mollie (2 ). Email: anna@chantelray.com

John Conard, Realtor | (757) 739-3792 John is originally from the Hampton Roads area living from Va Beach to the York River in Gloucester. He brings extensive knowledge to the team and to you. John has worked with first time Buyers and Sellers up to families looking for second homes on the water. He has been in Real Estate since 2003 working with Buyers and Sellers and helping to make their dreams come true. When not working he enjoys spending time on the water Boating and Fishing with his two sons. He looks forward to helping you in all your Real Estate needs. Email: john@chantelray.com

Denise Cowan, Realtor | (757) 717-2772 As a native to the area, Denise can offer you the knowledge and dedication to provide you with the highly specialized information that will help you make the right decisions. It’s the combination of this unique market-knowledge and excellent negotiating skills that enable her to get you the optimal price for any property you plan to buy or sell. With a professional yet friendly approach, she help clients feel comfortable in what can be a stressful decision. Trust is hard to come by in today's fiercely competitive real estate market. With years of experience, she will provide you with the knowledge, professionalism and integrity needed to ensure that you feel secure in what can be one of the biggest decisions of your life. Email: denise@chantelray.com

Tyler Shelton, Realtor | (757) 650-5108 Tyler, a native of Hampton Roads and a graduate of Old Dominion University, returned to the real estate industry after working as a sales manager for an international manufacturer. Although, Tyler is a licensed builder and has specialized in new construction for many years, he loves working with home buyers. In addition, Tyler has experience advising sellers in avoiding the pit falls that come with the challenges of a buyer’s market, challenges that have not been seen since the early 1980’s. Tyler maintains a high level of dedication to all of his clients and pledges to deliver the quality of customer service you would expect form a member of the Chantel Ray Team. Email: tyler@chantelray.com

Sharon Cross, Administrative | (757) 216-5796 Sharon brings over 13 years of real estate experience to the team. She has worked as a licensed assistant, a licensed agent, an association manager and property manager. All of that makes her a perfect fit for the team the strives to give the best costumer service in real estate! Sharon is a native of Norfolk, VA. Sharon enjoys spending time with her husband and two adorable children. Email: sharon@chantelray.com

Crystal Hoover, Office Manager | (757) 216-5796 Crystal comes to the Chantel Ray Real Estate Team with previous real estate experience working with investors and home owners assisting with buying, selling, flipping and dispositioning rent-to-own home properties as well as property management. Her enthusiasm towards real estate plays a major part in her assistance towards our agents and clients. As our Office Manager, Crystal ensures to keep our clients transaction coordinators and agents informed throughout the entire buying or selling process. Crystal is originally from West Virginia but has made Virginia Beach her home. Crystal has a 10 year old daughter, Jazalyn Angelyca, whom she loves spending all of her time with. Crystal also enjoys four wheeling, outdoor activities, playing the piano and spending time with her family and friends. Email: crystal@chantelray.com

Heather Roemmich, Realtor | (757) 717-1003 Heather comes to the Chantel Ray Real Estate with 3 years of real estate experience as a licensed real estate agent. She graduated from Virginia Tech and is a huge Hokie fan! She now works in the Real Estate Owned (REO) Department listing bank owned homes. Heather enjoys spending time with her husband and family as well as going to the beach, reading and relaxing! Email: heather@chantelray.com

Janice Bullard, Realtor | (757) 621-7800 Janice is a graduate of Miami Christian College in Miami Florida with a degree in Counseling. She has been a resident of the Hampton Roads area for over 25 years and spent a large portion of that in Marketing and Advertising, both sales and consulting. Her in-depth experience in marketing and love for real estate investing, naturally lead her into her real estate career. Janice goes the extra mile when it comes to marketing a property or finding just the right home for her clients. A true “Homehunter” she takes a great deal of pleasure in researching for her clients the properties that meet and exceed their expectations. She does this by listening and being tuned in to what her buyers want and staying on top of what is current in the marketplace. Her boldness and tough negotiating skills help her to finalize the transactions for her clients. She also works well with investors in this very aggressive market. Janice enjoys her three children Andrew, Tim and Danielle. She also is very passionate about the music ministry in her church as well as local and international missions. Email: janice@chantelray.com

Kim Drinko, Realtor | (757) 717-2612 As a lifelong resident of Virginia Beach, Kim will put her insider knowledge to work for her clients. Kim is a proud member of The Chantel Ray Real Estate Team where superior customer service is a top priority. With over 19 years of experience in the Real Estate industry, Kim will provide you with the professionalism you desire. Finding her clients "the house of their dreams" is an exciting journey and Kim welcomes each opportunity to assist her buyers in making their dream a reality! From start to finish, expect outstanding service and exceptional results. Email: kimdrinko@chantelray.com

Jami Harmon, Listing Coordinator | (757) 216-5796 Jami is originally from Ohio. She has lived in Philadelphia and Atlanta before making Virginia Beach her home. Jami received her Business Associate's degree from TCC in 07. She is currently working towards her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. In her spare time, Jami loves to work out, read and work in her garden. She also enjoys spending time with her partner Tim and her 18 year old son. She is a true asset to the Chantel Ray Team. Email: jami@chantelray.com

Aquita "Q" Neal, Closing Coordinator | (757) 216-5796 "Q" is originally from Detroit, Michigan and relocated to the Hampton Roads area due to her husband being stationed here in the Navy. She has big family including two beautiful children ages 11 and 14 and four beautiful pets named Chinook, Cheyenne, Chintoo and Chantel. During her relocation to the Hampton Roads area, she changed employment from being in the Veterinarian field working with her furry friends for over 6 years; to the Real Estate field. She has been in the Real Estate field for almost 7 years and has worked as an Office Manager in Property Management, Director of Sales and Marketing in Real Estate Sales, Executive Assistant in Real Estate and Customer Service Representative with REIN. She is working on the Chantel Ray Team as the Closing Coordinator. As the Closing Coordinator, she provides exceptional customer service by ensuring the client and agents have a smooth transaction from the beginning to the end of the closing process. She is here to answer questions and assist you with your needs during the closing of your home. Email: aquita@chantelray.com

Mango Ray Director of First Impressions: Mango is a 2 ½ year old Maltese. He wins over the hearts of every person that meets him. He is a great addition to the Ray Family. He makes people feel at ease when they buy or sell a home.