Platinum Properties International Partner Takes Luxury Expertise to High-Tech Brokerage

Compass, a technology-driven real estate platform, announces that luxury lifestyle specialist and a partner at Platinum Properties International, Melissa Rubin, has joined the company’s Miami team. Melissa brings to Compass a strong international client base and over 14 years’ experience selling some of South Florida’s most luxurious homes.

Ms. Rubin is a top agent in the Miami region, and she has consistently been ranked among the top five percent of realtors in sales volume nationally. She is the recipient of the 2016 and 2014 Most Innovative Marketing Award by the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Rubin has also been named one of the Power Women in Real Estate. Ms. Rubin was attracted to Compass’ innovative approach to marketing and commitment to driving agents’ business.

“Compass’ full-service, concierge approach tailored to both its agents and clients aligned with my business practices. The unparalleled support offered to agents combined with the collaborative and creative culture of the firm were key factors in my decision to join the company,” said Rubin. “Real estate is more than just the process of buying and selling a home – it’s a highly personal experience and I am honored when clients trust me with one of their biggest life decisions.”

Ms. Rubin began her real estate career after 15 years in the fashion industry, during which she oversaw multiple retail store concepts. She launched her own real estate firm, Platinum Properties International, and ran her business for nearly 15 years.

Drawing on her luxury background, her nuanced approach based on personalized service and discretionmakes her the go-to brokerfor Fortune 500 executives, international financiers, elite medical professionals,entertainment celebrities, foreign diplomats and global investors. With meticulous attention to detail, Melissa integrates her vast rolodex of resources, global relationships, innovative marketing and industry knowledge to yield a 95% client retention rate.

A longtime South Florida resident, Ms. Rubin is committed to keeping her clients informed of the latest trends in the marketplace so that they are able to more informed decisions. She has vast knowledge of the local community, the region’s many opportunities, growth, and prosperity.

Ms. Rubin is a foundation board member at Mount Sinai Medical Center and is on the Board of Governor of The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. Originally from Montreal, Canada, Ms. Rubin is fluent in both French and English, and serves an extensive portfolio of international clientele.

Compass has grown its agent roster by 900% since launching its South Florida presence in late 2015. The company has two regional offices - one on Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, and another in Coconut Grove.

About Compass:

Compass is a technology-driven real estate platform dedicated to creating a seamless and intelligent home buying, selling, and renting experience. Combining the country’s top agents, proprietary market insights, and integrated mobile and web technologies, Compass is developing the future of real estate decision-making. Compass has locations in New York City, Washington DC, Boston, Miami, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, the Hamptons, and Aspen, and has raised $135 million in investor capital. For more information on Compass, and to view more than $5 billion in exclusive Compass properties, visit www.compass.com.