Biography

Marnie Bennett is an educator, mentor, and wealth coach to clients who seek to master the art of the wise real estate transaction. Known for her kind heart and generous spirit, she is highly committed to showing individuals how to maximize their potential in real estate.
As broker, founder, and shining-star of The Bennett Property Shop Realty, Marnie has built a one-of-a-kind boutique real estate brokerage in Ottawa, Canada, with a business philosophy based on exceptional personal service, leadership, innovative policies, and practices. With a team of 25 elite sales representatives, the sales volume speaks for itself—over 10,000 homes sold for top dollar since 1994 and over $3.6 billion in residential sales. Today, she is also recognized on an international level for both her sales records and mentoring success.
Passionate and committed about her calling, Marnie says, “Some people feel boxed-in by their professions, with no room to breathe. I’ve never felt that way. I’ve shaped my career in a way that allows me to explore my strengths; one of which is connecting with people. If there’s a chance for me to share what I know with others, I’ll jump at it.”
An ardent educator, Marnie works with aspiring and established real estate investors by engaging them with her in intense, one-on-one mentoring sessions. As a wealth coach, she helps clients to design and execute custom-made plans of action. And for those dipping their toes in the waters for the first time, Marnie continually creates educational opportunities that are fun, practical, and easily understood.
Marnie has a substantial media presence, frequently making appearances on CTV and CBS news channels. She has written a nationally-syndicated column, Property Talk, for CanWest Global newspapers, while her Home Smarts column appears regularly in New Home and Condo Guide magazine. She appears on a weekly real estate show, Experts on Call: The Real Estate Hour. Marnie has also co-authored two books:
• Death of the Traditional Real Estate Agent; Rise of the Super Profitable Real Estate Sales Team with Craig Proctor and Todd Walters
• Ignite Your Life with Brian Tracy Her awards include:
• Daniel Passante Entrepreneurship Award
• Ottawa Business Woman of the Year
• Top Dog Award from Craig Proctor Real Estate Systems in recognition for being
the best, most productive agent in North America
Growing up with a single mother who struggled financially, Marnie is particularly passionate about helping other women discover their aptitudes for business, investment, and entrepreneurship. To this end, she’s developed the “WOW [Women on Wealth] Workshops,” and also participates in the “Invest and Dress for Success” fashion shows.
Marnie also has a love of athletics and her national pride has inspired her to sponsor Olympic hopefuls. She and her family are long-time supporters of young Canadian soccer and hockey players, billeting members of the Ottawa 67, and working for a renewal of soccer fields throughout Ottawa.
You may reach Marnie at: [email protected] Or visit her website: www.bennettpros.com.