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Porta & Co. promotes Veilleux to sales agent

Kimberly Veilleux

Portland, ME Porta & Company has promoted Kimberly Veilleux to sales agent. Veilleux, who was previously brought on to the team as office manager, will continue to leverage her client relationship skills and extensive knowledge of Southern Maine’s business community in her new role.

“Since joining the team in 2020, Kimberly has demonstrated a strong work ethic, a commitment to our clients, and a keen understanding of the commercial real estate industry,” said Joe Porta, founder and broker/manager at Porta & Company. “She is an effective communicator and a dedicated team member who consistently provides a high level of client service and strategy. We are proud to announce Kimberly as our office’s newest sales agent, and we look forward to seeing her excel in her new role.”

Veilleux became office manager for Porta & Company in February of 2020 and quickly became an integral member of the team. With over eight years of experience developing customer relationships and an educational background in marketing, Veilleux brings a dynamic range of skills to her new role. As office manager, Veilleux led communication, marketing, and administrative efforts, further widening Porta & Company’s reach and acting as a resource to both clients and brokers. Veilleux holds her Property & Casualty license, having spent four years at Smithwick & Mariners Insurance Agency. She also holds a degree in Marketing from Southern New Hampshire University along with an Associates in Nutrition.

“As a local firm that prioritizes strategy and innovation, Porta & Company could not be a better environment to further my career in commercial real estate,” said Veilleux. “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to expand my role at Porta & Co. and continue to serve our Southern Maine community.”

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