Our Story, Our Legacy
The LeAneSUAREZGroup Difference
Canadian-born and globally connected, LeAne Suarez launched her real estate career in 1987 with her New Jersey license and expanded to Florida in 1992. Now a full-time Broker and Vice President with John R. Wood Properties | Christie’s International Real Estate, LeAne has become one of Southwest Florida’s most trusted and respected real estate professionals. Her expertise spans luxury coastal markets across Sanibel, Captiva, South Seas Resort, and the greater Southwest Florida region, representing a portfolio of distinguished waterfront and island-lifestyle properties. With more than three decades of experience, LeAne brings a depth of insight into IRS 1031 exchanges, community association management, and complex coastal real estate transactions. Her clients benefit from a mastery of negotiation, market positioning, and valuation strategy that consistently maximizes property potential for both buyers and sellers. LeAne’s marketing reach extends well beyond traditional channels. In addition to participation in multiple MLS networks, her team leverages the Zillow Showcase platform, Christie’s International Real Estate global marketing network, Luxury Portfolio International®, and targeted digital campaigns—ensuring exceptional visibility to both domestic and international audiences. As a distinguished member of the Christie’s International Real Estate Masters Circle, LeAne ranks among an elite group of top-performing luxury specialists across the Christie’s network. This invitation-only circle recognizes agents who exemplify superior market expertise, record-setting performance, and alignment with the brand’s commitment to excellence and integrity. Beyond her professional achievements, LeAne’s life is grounded in resilience and service. A breast-cancer survivor diagnosed in 2023, she continues to channel her strength and optimism into the community she calls home. Over the years, she has been actively involved in numerous civic and philanthropic organizations, including Captiva’s Community Panel, the Sanibel & Captiva Pink Out Project, Meals of Hope, and multiple marathons completed for “Team in Training” supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Deeply rooted and hyper-local, LeAne is a member of the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce and the Captiva Civic Association, where she has been a multi-year title sponsor of the Captiva ABC Gala (Attics, Basement & Closets)—an event supporting the CCA’s community and philanthropic initiatives. She also proudly contributes to the Fort Myers-based Sam Galloway Jr. & Friends Soup Kitchen Benefit, helping fund programs that combat hunger and homelessness across Southwest Florida. Alongside her sons Alec Suarez and Austin Suarez, both REALTORS® and sixth-generation Floridians, LeAne leads the LeAneSUAREZGroup—a family-run team built on integrity, results, and relationships. Together with Akash Verma, their marketing and technology advisor since 2012, they combine local expertise with global strategy to deliver an exceptional real estate experience defined by professionalism, innovation, and heart.
