Overview.
In a world where compassion and dedication can shape destinies, Charles S. Ramsay, a Diamond Platinum Level Designated Managing Broker, with over 23 years of experience in working to help clients and Brokers succeed so that they have the ability to live lives of transformation and generosity. With an unwavering commitment to making Real Estate a vehicle for philanthropy, Charles has become a catalyst for change within the communities in and around Portland, Oregon.
Charles believes in the power of Real Estate to change lives. He helps families find their dream homes and create a path for generational wealth. A substantial portion of his profits are given to charity, with a pledge of donating $1 million in his lifetime.
Partnered with Rebecca Ramsay, MPH and CEO of a non-profit dedicated to providing healthcare to complex, homebound patients, they share a deep commitment to the community. Their two sons are raised with a strong sense of caring for others.
As a fourth generation Realtor, Charles believes in concierge level service. Following his great-grandparent’s people-focused approach, He offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee and employs a carefully chosen network of business partners to ensure success. Charles’s philanthropic efforts extend to competing in fundraising endurance events, including marathons; triathlons; and century rides; funding clean water initiatives, paying college tuition for girls rescued from human trafficking, and feeding 500+ schoolchildren in Kenya every day.
Charles is a seasoned professional, a member of the Portland Metropolitan Association of REALTORS®, a Hall of Fame REALTOR®, Mensa member and Benefit Corporation for Good. In a world where selflessness and community betterment matter, Charles S. Ramsay is a dedicated force for good, transforming Real Estate into a means of positive change and helping others achieve their dreams.
Benefits For Good – Annual Report
Conscientious Leadership
Practice Transparency with customers, vendors, partners and employees. I am honest and strive to “over communicate “ with everyone involved.
Manage with Servant leadership and humility.
Service and embracing being in service is the heart of my business.
Demonstrate Honesty and Authenticity
Being open and emotionally available as is appropriate is something my clients appreciate.
Strive for an accessible organization centered on equity and inclusion. We hire primarily one person local business and seek to support minority owned operations.
Encourage learning through mistakes
Failing forward is key.
Follow through on commitments
Around here we promise more and still over deliver. The goal is to receive unsolicited feedback that the house buying process, and how selling process was easier than expected and more stress-free than the clients thought possible.
Support employee growth through empowerment, training, leadership opportunities, benefits (as appropriate)
I have position myself in such a way that I am able to offer other realtors to join my team and extensive network of generosity, oriented, businesses and mentors. In addition to myself. This includes Formations, fusion partners, the fast forward movement and the empire builders groups.
I Lead from an ethical framework
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Strive to continue learning about privilege, BIPOC communities, gender definitions
I support all individuals and I am committed to uncovering and reversing my biases at a deeper and deeper level, including white privilege and judgment against others, resulting in embracing love for all on a daily basis
Green/Environmental Practices
We use Ridwell in addition to recycling.
Strive to reduce carbon footprint at work and at home
I converted my business to a home office-based operation with very little driving years ago.
Establish thought leadership role through social media channels
We produce video and other SM messages that seek to promote our love of generosity.
Allow time for self-care to foster creativity and subsequent productivity
4 months total spent traveling with family in Spain, Portugal and Hawaii.
In addition, I have a membership in Sea Shepard with ongoing monthly contributions; donations to Join; trash clean up; feeding 100 children per day in Kenya; pursuing additional B-Corp status; attending benefit conferences; hiring 3 people from within the benefit community; and offering to donate $5,000- to the charity of any clients’ choice who was referred to me from within the community.
Our Values.
I’ve been curating a list of partners who’s values align with my own, we strive to exceed in everything we do.
