After two decades of working in many facets of real estate, Lauren Kolazas is recognized as an industry expert by her clients and colleagues. She is often described as kind but firm, bringing respect, understanding, and an unrelenting desire to support her clients in achieving their goals.

As seen in The Washington Post, MyDomaine, Apartment Therapy, and Alexandria Living Magazine, Lauren uses her background in art and design to transform homes through inexpensive updates, interior design, and professional styling — the end product is continually exceptional! Lauren also uses her marketing education and social media savvy to put her listings in front of as many potential buyers as possible. This multi-faceted approach to selling a home results in buyers who can’t wait to get inside, minimal time on the market, multiple offers, and record-breaking sales prices!

As a mother of three and an Alexandria homeowner, Lauren knows that buying a home in Northern Virginia is complicated. Most of her clients have purchasing constraints, such as budget, schools, childcare, and commutes. Lauren takes the time to fully understand the type of lifestyle her clients desire, then uses her intimate knowledge of the area, large client base, and Realtor network to scour both on- and off-market listings and find her clients the perfect home!

Lauren began her career in real estate after graduating with honors from Virginia Tech, with a degree in Marketing Management. Her passion for marketing has never waned; she closely follows trends and technology to ensure that her clients receive the best marketing experience possible. As a result of the personal attention given to each relationship and transaction, Lauren has excelled with consistent industry recognition, annual sales surpassing $17 million, and — most importantly — happy clients scattered throughout Northern Virginia!

With a passion for real estate and more than 10 years of sales and marketing experience, Gloria Griner is a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional in the field of residential real estate sales. Her expertise includes real estate investing and portfolio management, creative marketing, and helping you find the right neighborhood to fit your lifestyle.

As a millennial who is hooked on real estate investing herself, Gloria understands both the challenges and opportunities of homeownership and is dedicated to making the buying and selling process as smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable as possible for her clients. To empower her clients and ensure their success, Gloria works tirelessly to connect them with a trusted team of industry partners and vendors, giving them the necessary knowledge and support to make informed decisions. Personable, resourceful, and dedicated, Gloria’s approach to the process gives her clients a winning edge in the ever-competitive real estate market.

A Washington, D.C.-area native, Gloria graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park. She spent almost a decade working in Fairfax County, Virginia, before moving back to Montgomery County, Maryland to raise her three sons with her husband and their beloved Great Dane.

Gloria stays active in her community and has been a member of the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors Cares Committee and the Realtor Builder Forum Advisory Team. Gloria is licensed in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia.

Each property listing has a carefully orchestrated plan to see it through from start to finish. From the first meeting with a client until going under contract, Lauren oversees the completion of all tasks necessary to showcase a home. Her attention to detail and organizational skills ensure that no stone is left unturned!

Lauren's extensive knowledge of Arlington neighborhoods and her desire to help people find the perfect home makes her a great choice for buyer representation. She is dedicated to ensuring that her clients' needs are met every step of the way, and prides herself in her ability to handle every request and challenge with grace and patience!

In addition to managing listings and assisting buyers, Lauren handles all of the business’ marketing needs: newsletters, flyers, postcards, emails, events, and everything in between! There is no shortage of avenues to market a real estate business, and making sure The Lauren Kolazas Group’s name is at the forefront of the industry is paramount.

Lauren graduated from Stonehill College with a degree in Foreign Languages (German, Spanish) and Computer Information Systems. Her first job out of college was in the Boston office of Wall USA, a German outdoor advertising company. Basic administrative work turned into assisting the City Marketing Manager with proposals for street furniture placement, where all of Lauren’s work was submitted to Boston City Hall for approval. When Wall was purchased by JCDecaux NA several years later, Lauren relocated to NYC and joined the Marketing team, working directly under the Chief Marketing Officer. There, she provided Mall and Airport Sales Associates with all manner of marketing materials for their national out-of-home advertising business.

An overseas move and parenthood put Lauren’s career on hold for a few years, but her interest in real estate marketing and a chance interaction with Lauren Kolazas got her back into the workforce!

Lauren is licensed in Virginia. She lives in Arlington with her husband, two very active sons, and the sweetest pup ever.

As a former military spouse, Sarah moved 16 times over 25 years, experiencing everything from base housing to buying and selling homes—and even renting abroad. After finally settling into her Alexandria dream home, she now channels that firsthand perspective and meticulous attention to detail into helping others find their place and thrive within their communities. As a Realtor, Sarah brings empathy, clarity, and steady guidance to clients navigating the complexities of the Virginia housing market, always with a focus on confident, successful outcomes.

Deeply connected to her new hometown, Sarah loves exploring the area’s history through local museums and businesses, as well as sampling the diverse cuisines Alexandria has to offer. She actively gives back by volunteering with local advocacy groups, civic association, and the HOA board of directors. A self-proclaimed lifelong nerd, Sarah enjoys reading, video games, wine, photography, and attending local comic-cons whenever possible.