Moriah Taliaferro is widely recognized for her leading sales production, strategic marketing expertise, and commitment to professional excellence. Her exceptional experience, legacy of high performance, and continual market insight offer each of her clients a tailored strategy for success. Moriah’s certified negotiation expertise and valuable professional network contribute to innovative solutions for both buyers and sellers. Among her professional accomplishments, Moriah has been cited as one of the Top 30 Under 30 Realtors in the United States by the National Association of Realtors, a Top 100 Agent globally by Sotheby’s International Realty, and a member of the top-producing Club 1744 of Premier Sotheby’s. She serves on the board of the Emerging Professional Network for Sotheby’s International Realty, mentoring the next generation of high performing real estate professionals.

Inspired by her parents’ entrepreneurial example, notably her father’s international development success, Moriah began her real estate career early with an appreciation for the high-end residential market and the nuances of navigating high-net worth client transactions. She holds the record for the second highest-priced home sale ever in Downtown Sarasota at Epoch’s Grand Penthouse and the highest price per square foot in Downtown Sarasota in 2024. Moriah was instrumental in the sale of two downtown luxury new construction communities - Orange Club and ONE88 – before co-listing the sell-out of the ultra-luxury boutique development Sage LBK.

Prior to her real estate career, Moriah was an accomplished ballerina, training and performing with renowned international schools including the Royal Ballet of London, Boston Ballet, Kirov Academy of Washington, D.C. and by special invitation with students of the Paris Opera Ballet. The unique combination of grace and discipline demanded by ballet has been an invaluable foundation in serving Moriah’s clients. She is known for both rigorous attention to detail and absolute composure in every negotiation. Also stemming from her ballet past, Moriah’s passion for the arts is a natural complement to Sarasota’s cultural appeal and the distinctive value of our community history, performing and visual arts institutions, and unique architecture.

Moriah has a dual degree in International Business Management and Marketing from Florida State University. She is a committed community volunteer, actively supporting causes that promote women's leadership and children, and advocating for urban parks and green space. In addition to her community and industry leadership, Moriah is an active mother and avid traveler who enjoys celebrating her family heritage and sharing her joie de vivre and love of Sarasota with friends near and far.

Valerie Green's bright life was cut tragically short on Tuesday, February 4th.

Valerie was uniquely gifted with a love of life and natural exuberance that filled the space around her with joy. She was a devoted friend, a dedicated and accomplished realtor, and a true believer in the goodness of others. Her passion for bringing happiness to friends and strangers alike touched many lives deeply.

Valerie's legacy includes a wealth of experience in service and organizational leadership. Originally from Maryland, she relocated to Sarasota in 2020 and immediately embraced the natural beauty and inviting lifestyle of our community, easily sharing with clients both her market knowledge and enthusiasm for the Gulf Coast. As a member of the MKT Team, she served clients with exceptional attention to detail and dedication to ensuring the highest quality care throughout every stage of working together. In addition to her transactional expertise, Valerie was a skilled drone videographer whose artistic perspective contributed invaluable direction in the presentation of listings.

Valerie brought passion to her work and to her involvement in the community, with a remarkable ability to connect with people, ease their concerns, and brighten their spirits.

At this time, gifts in Valerie’s memory may be made to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast, where she volunteered actively for years in the service of helping young people reach their full potential. 

Thank you for keeping Valerie and her loved ones in your prayers.