Michael Petruska is a realtor at Keller Williams, operating from the Chestnut Hill office in Newton, Massachusetts, and serving clients throughout the Boston MetroWest region. Keller Williams, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, with more than 1,000 market centers and 162,000 affiliated agents. It ranks number one in both sales volume and units sold across the United States. With a strong foundation in financial services, he brings a structured, informed, and client-centered approach to real estate. Before entering the real estate field, he had a successful career as a financial advisor. Over time, he transitioned into management, mentoring other professionals and helping them grow their practices. His deep understanding of market dynamics, investment strategy, and long-term planning continues to guide his work in real estate today. Michael focuses on building lasting relationships, guiding clients through property transactions, and helping them develop portfolios that align with their financial goals. He began his professional journey at Equitable Life Insurance, where he worked as a Financial Advisor. He served more than 1,500 households and managed over $170 million in assets. His work involved creating personalized financial strategies, advising clients on investment opportunities, and helping them build and protect wealth for the future. Petruska also conducted financial planning, market research, and executed transactions to support his clients’ objectives. In addition to advising individuals and businesses, he organized weekly seminars and workplace events to promote financial literacy. Eventually, he moved into a leadership role as Vice President, becoming a key part of the Boston office’s management team. In this capacity, he focused on recruiting, training, and developing new advisors across the New England region. He helped build a nationally recognized team within the Retirement Benefits Group and supported several professionals as they advanced into leadership roles. Over his financial career, he worked with more than 5,000 relationships and oversaw assets exceeding $450 million. His accomplishments have been recognized with several awards, including the Management Development Award in 2021, where he ranked fifth in the country. Michael also received the NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award and was honored with the Five Star Wealth Manager Award from 2018 through 2021, reflecting his dedication to client service, ethical standards, and professional performance. He remains involved in industry organizations that support ongoing learning and collaboration. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Bryant University in Rhode Island. While in college, he completed internships in both personal and corporate finance and was active in Greek life, intramural sports, and lacrosse. He holds FINRA Series 7, 66, and 24 licenses, along with Life, Accident, and Health insurance licenses in multiple states. He was raised in Bayonne, New Jersey, and graduated from St. Peter’s Prep in Jersey City. Petruska met his wife during college, and they married in 2004. They now live in Milford, Massachusetts, with their three children and two French bulldogs, Zoe and Mia. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling with his family, hiking with his children, golfing, fitness, and spending time outdoors. He has volunteered as a coach with the Milford Youth Baseball League for over ten years and also coached youth football for three years. Every year, he supports the Pan-Mass Challenge, a bike-a-thon that raises funds for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund in support of cancer research and care. Michael Petruska remains committed to delivering thoughtful, professional service to his clients while continuing to make a positive impact in his community and industry.