Arlene Sitterly ranks among the most successful Realtors in the capital area of New York State. In the beginning her interest in real estate grew from employment in an insurance brokerage. Shortly after this initial experience, Mrs. Sitterly opened her own business which has held a prominent place in the real estate community for over four decades.

Mrs. Sitterly’s concern for people, her humility and willingness to serve the public has led to a significant list of accolades and awards. Mrs. Sitterly, during her career, has been recognized by a host of legislators, both U. S. and state senators, as well as New York Governors Cuomo and Rockefeller. Mrs. Sitterly led efforts to establish the local community college and is an honorary member of the College Foundation Board.

Mrs. Sitterly’s roll in urban renewal led to the Johnstown Main Street Park — her service as President of the County Economic Development Corporation and Industrial Development Agency resulted in plaudits for her insight and vision, which resulted in the establishment of the industrial parks. Mrs. Sitterly is the first woman ever elected as president of the State Association of Realtors, and the first woman to receive the Realtor of the Year from this 20,000-member organization. Other recognitions include the Chamber of Commerce “Jenny” and Ambassador of the Year award. The county Bar Association selected Mr. Sitterly as the Liberty Bell recipient in recognition for her community service. In 1994, Governor Mario Cuomo named Mrs. Sitterly as “Woman of Distinction” and in 2000 state Senator Farley named Mrs. Sitterly as “Woman of Distinction.”

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