KAPALUA — Christie’s International Real Estate, the world’s leading luxury real estate network, has awarded affiliate status to Maui Estates International LLC.

With branch offices located in Kapalua and Wailea Resorts, the firm will exclusively represent the Christie’s brand on Maui, Lanai and Molokai.

Wholly owned by Christie’s, the world’s leading art business, Christie’s International Real Estate is represented in more than 40 countries.

“Maui Estates International has established a reputation for integrity, discreet client service and exceptional professionalism that has won the company respect beyond the Hawaiian shores,” said Zack Wright, senior vice president of Christie’s International Real Estate.

“The brokerage is comprised of an exceptional team of Maui’s top real estate professionals, each of whom has extensive domestic and international marketing and sales experience. We are delighted to welcome Maui Estates International to the Christie’s International Real Estate network.”

Maui Estates International LLC owner and Principal Broker Mary Anne Fitch said, “We look forward to our affiliation with Christie’s and the tremendous exposure it will generate for the clients we represent.

“Maui Estates International and Christie’s share the common goal of providing the highest possible level of service to our clientele. Together, we believe that we will exceed client expectations in every transaction.“

Bob Hansen, broker-in-charge of Maui Estates International’s Wailea Office, said, “The Hansen ‘Ohana Team is very pleased to be affiliated with Christie’s. We look forward to this mutually beneficial and wonderful opportunity for us to introduce Christie’s luxury clientele to the many beautiful and unique features and facets our islands have to offer.

“Whether buying or selling, our multigenerational, top-performing team looks forward to this new opportunity to provide the unsurpassed service and experience that our clients know and expect to those considering making their Maui dreams reality.”

Fitch’s team and the Hansen ‘Ohana Team have successfully closed more than $1 billion in sales on Maui, primarily in the luxury estate market.

For information, contact Fitch at (808) 250-1583 or visit www.soldmaui.com. To reach Hansen, phone (808) 283-9456 or visit www.mauirealestate.net.