Tom is well known for his passionate support of Galveston and his efforts to protect and develop what makes island life so special - the fascinating history, beautiful natural features, and the people who live here.Historic preservation and support of all the non-profits on the island have long been cornerstones of his community support. In 2020 he received an "Acts of Kindness Award" from the Texas Association of Realtors in recognition for his support of the Galveston community. In 2019 he received a Service Award from Galveston Island Nature Tourism for Outstanding Leadership. In 2018 he was awarded the Vic Pierson Award by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce and in 2017 the Chamber named him its "Community Hero" for his outstanding contribution to the community.In 2017, he was honored at a gala at the Sea Star Base which raised $50,000 for youth, adaptive and community sailing programs.A former president of the Galveston Association of REALTORS, Tom was named GAR REALTOR OF THE YEAR 2015 and served on the Texas Association of REALTORS Political Action committee as its regional representative in 2016. Locally, he is Former Chair of the Landmarks Commission for the City of Galveston and is a past President of the Galveston Historical Foundation. He is proud to have been a Paul Harris Fellow of the Galveston Island Rotary Club.In addition to selling throughout the Island representing buyers and sellers, Tom is also a successful residential and commercial leasing agent. A native of New Jersey, Tom believes anyone lucky enough to live by the sea is lucky enough! He earned his real estate license in 2003 after retiring as a Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing for an international home furnishings company.
Past President, Landmarks Commission, City of Galveston
Past President , Galveston Historical Foundation
Past President, San Jac Neighborhood Association
Paul Harris Fellow, Galveston Island Rotary Club
Past President, Galveston Association of Realtors
Member, Houston Association of Realtors
2020 Texas Association of Realtor's "Acts of Kindness" Award2019 Outstanding Service Award, Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council2018 Vic Pearson Award, Galveston Chamber of Commerce2017 Honoree, Sea Star Base Galveston2015 Galveston Realtor of the Year
Membership
Tom, was very energetic and very hands-on during the transaction. I look forward to working with him again in Galveston! This transaction was one for the books.
Thank you!
Download my app to check Coming Soon listings, Sold Price for nearby listings, Property History Reports and more. You will also receive email alerts when homes meet your search criteria.
Thomas Schwenk with Coldwell Banker TGRE is a real estate professional in TX. View Thomas Schwenk's bio, Listings by Thomas Schwenk, Neighborhoods where Thomas Schwenk is active and more. You can contact Thomas Schwenk by clicking the button below.
Platinum agents are empowered by the most innovative and powerful technology tools HAR offers, which are designed to enable clients with premium content, faster response time, rating and review, and many marketing tools.
Learn more