Our CEO & Founder
Teresa Santana established The Santana Group in 2003, transitioning from a distinguished career in corporate banking, where she served as a loan officer for the Export/Import Bank and a Business Development Officer for the Royal Bank of Canada.
With over two decades of experience in real estate, Teresa has curated a top-producing team that specializes in the Weston area and its surroundings. When you choose The Santana Group, you are partnering with a team that combines corporate acumen with hands-on buyer engagement, ensuring your property attracts the right buyers quickly and sells at the highest possible price.
The Santana Group is a decorated and award-winning team, consistently ranked as the number one team in sold units for the city of Weston over three consecutive years. Operating from their office in Weston, The Santana Group is deeply committed to serving the local community and surrounding areas with unparalleled professionalism and expertise.
The Santana Group is ranked the #1 Compass team and #2 among all agents for the city of Weston for four consecutive years, (NAHREP) Latino Awarded Team by Sales Volume, Top 33rd Team in 2025 recognized by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, ranked #46 in the State of Florida "America's Best Real Estate Teams" by Wall Street Journal Real Trends 2025 and America's Best Real Estate Professionals and Awarded "10 Best Real Estate Agent for 2025" by the American Institute of Real Estate Professionals
OUR TEAM
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Valentina Tischenko is a proud member of the Santana Group and the Compass Florida family, bringing a thoughtful, relationship-driven approach to South Florida real estate. With a background in health, legacy planning education, and business ownership, she has spent years helping individuals and families navigate important life transitions with clarity and confidence. Her calm presence, trustworthy nature, and strong focus on problem-solving allow her to create a supportive experience where clients feel guided, informed, and genuinely cared for throughout every stage of the process.
Serving Fort Lauderdale and the greater South Florida market, Valentina is known for her personalized approach, strong communication, and commitment to long-term relationships built on integrity and service. Fluent in English and Spanish, she works with buyers, sellers, and luxury waterfront clients while helping them find solutions that align with their goals and lifestyle. Through her years in South Florida, she has also built valuable connections within the yachting and waterfront community.
Beyond real estate, Valentina has dedicated more than 25 years to supporting charitable and community organizations throughout South Florida, including Handy, Kids In Distress, ChildNet, Take Stock in Children (Mentor of the Year in 2017, to name a few. Her passion for helping others extends far beyond transactions, reflecting her belief that real estate is ultimately about building relationships, protecting what matters most, and helping people move forward with greater peace of mind and long-term wellbeing.