Sue Podany, a full-time sales associate with Surterre Properties Newport Beach office, is known for her upbeat, positive attitude and her ability to help her clients attain maximum results in today's marketplace. As CEO of her own company, EnergyWorks, she has over 23 years experience as a motivational speaker and professional development coach that transcends to her success in the real estate industry. Regarded as an expert in effective communication, leadership and negotiation as well as physical fitness, she is past president of the LA Chapter of the National Speakers Association and has served on the National Leadership board for 8 years. Being a longtime resident of Balboa Island, Sue is able to provide her clients with a wealth of information regarding all aspects of life in the area as well as the most current trends in the local real estate market. Sue is a member of the Big and Little Balboa Island Improvement Associations and serves as a head docent for the Holiday Home Tour. Accredited by the Architectural Collection, she specializes in the marketing and sale of luxury homes and waterfront properties throughout Orange County, especially Newport Beach, Newport Coast and Corona Del Mar. “Attitude is everything,” says Sue, an energetic and multitalented individual who enjoys tennis, golf, rollerblading, power walking and Pilates. She is also the author of two books, “Energy” and “Life in the Fast Lane,” the latter which offers balancing tips for “stressed out” professionals. Sue serves on the board of the Newport Beach Associations of Realtors, is a member of the California Associations of Realtors and is on the committee for Government Affairs. In addition to serving her clientele, she has a strong commitment to giving back to the community through her involvement in local organizations such as the Adoption Guild of Orange County and BHHS The Charitable Foundation.