About Me

Full Agent Bio
As a third-generation Sarasota resident, Nora’s knowledge of the area gives her the sophisticated ability to help clients find their perfect lifestyle. Professional and precise negotiating skills allow Nora to achieve the kind of results that have garnered the continual, unwavering support of her clients for the past 25 years.
Originally from Shaker Heights, OH, Nora later moved to Chicago, where after several years in the Chicago Apparel Center she worked for Donna Karan in marketing and public relations in both New York and Chicago.
Nora has enjoyed experiencing a variety of Sarasota lifestyles, and has resided on Casey Key, in Oyster Bay, Ritz-Carlton Residences and now a historical home in the museum area. She has remained vigilant about her community service work, and her involvement includes volunteering with the Out of Door Academy, chairing ODA's Extravaganza, serving as trustee at Forty Carrots Family Center, chairing the debut Wine Woman and Shoes event, and serving as chair of four Sarasota Conservation Foundation events, Banyan Balls, the Asolo Theatre’s 50th Anniversary Gala and the YMCA Going for the Gold event. She served on the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Board of Trustees for the past 10 years, and was also past board chair.
In her spare time, Nora loves tennis, sailing, running, reading and spending time in the garden with her family.
Awards
- 2014 Master's Award Recipient
- 2015 Presidents Award Recipient
- 2016 Presidents Award Recipient
- 2017 Founders Award Recipient
- 2019 Legacy Award Recipient
- 2019 Presidents Award Recipient
- 2020 Legacy Award Recipient
- 2021 Legacy Award Recipient
- 2022 Legacy Award Recipient
- 2023 Founders Award Recipient
- 2024 Masters Award Recipient
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Testimonials
To say Nora's help and thoroughness were splendid is an understatement. She showed us the market thoroughly and found this newly renovated unit on our third visit from Washington, DC. She is a lovely person, well-organized, and a great listener. We love our new home and will always be grateful to Nora for her care of us.
It has been a real pleasure to work with you on the successful sale of this condo. You were able to achieve a sales price well in excess of my expectations and handled all details most satisfactorily. Thanks so much!
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The service we have had from Michael Saunders & Company has been first class. Although the house took a long time to sell, Nora Johnson and Klaus Lang were always positive. I don’t know how many showings they did as we were in the UK but they were always confident that they would find a buyer. It’s no surprise that they are the top team. I should also mention Janet Carter who has been unfailingly supportive and so responsive.
Thank you team for making this happen. You are a professional complement to your industry.

