Lorrie Maiorano Featured in REAL PRODUCERS Magazine!
A Heart for Homes and a Passion for Service Lorrie Maiorano
BY PHYLICIA BOVA for NEW HAVEN & MIDDLESEX REAL PRODUCERS Magazine
THE SALE: REALTORS WHO GO THE EXTRA MILE FOR THEIR INDUSTRIES AND COMMUNITIES
When you meet Lorrie Maiorano, it’s impossible not to be inspired. A dedicated real estate broker with Calcagni Real Estate, Lorrie has spent over two decades in the industry, making an undeniable impact on her community. But it’s not just her expertise in residential and commercial real estate that sets her apart. Lorrie’s heart for service is what truly defines her, as she’s spent countless hours giving back—both to her local community and to her industry.
A Leap of Faith into Real Estate.
Lorrie’s journey into real estate began in 2003 when her youngest started school full-time. Before that, Lorrie worked at the post office, but her passion for real estate was sparked after a conversation with a close friend who had just started a career in the industry. “She would call me up to practice her scripts on me, and one day I realized, ‘I can do this,’” Lorrie recalls.
Inspired and ready for a change, Lorrie decided to pursue real estate. She enrolled in a 30-hour real estate course, but she initially planned to keep her job at the post office. “My intention was to do this part-time while keeping my full-time, guaranteed job,” she said. However, when Lorrie met with the manager at Calcagni Real Estate to discuss her career, he encouraged her to take the leap and go full-time. “He said, ‘Why would you want to do that? Just quit and do this full-time,” Lorrie remembers. With her husband and two young children waiting in the car, Lorrie made the bold decision to leave her stable job. “I walked out, and I said, ‘I’m going to quit my job and do this full-time.’” That leap of faith has paid off, as Lorrie has built a successful career and has become a prominent leader in both the real estate industry and her local community.
Leadership in Real Estate and Advocacy
Lorrie’s real estate career has been defined not only by her success but also by her extensive leadership and advocacy roles. Since 2018, she has been an active board member of the New Haven Middlesex Association of Realtors (NHMR), holding several influential positions. She served as treasurer, vice president, and president for 2023 and 2024, and now sits as the immediate past president of the association. Her leadership extends beyond NHMR, as she also serves on numerous committees within the Connecticut Association of Realtors (CTR), including the engagement committee, which she co-chaired and chaired in 2023 and 2024, and the risk reduction committee. Additionally, Lorrie serves on the Leading Edge Advisory Board for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), where she contributes to shaping the industry at the national level.
Her work at the local level is equally impactful. Lorrie has been a key member of the East Haven Chamber of Commerce since 2011, where she has taken on various roles, including vice chair, and chair from 2015 to 2017, and now secretary. Through her involvement in the Chamber, Lorrie has helped organize and support several major community events, such as Lobsterpalooza, a fundraising event designed to bring the community together. She also serves as chairwoman of the East Haven Economic Development Commission, a role she has held since 2021, where she advocates for the town’s economic growth and works toward creating a thriving environment for businesses and residents.
Charitable Work and Community Impact
Lorrie’s dedication to service extends beyond leadership positions. She’s deeply involved in several charitable initiatives. Through the New Haven Middlesex Association’s Charitable Foundation, Lorrie has helped support various programs, including assisting homeless shelters and funding initiatives to provide essential resources to children and families in need, and the Paddington Bear Campaign, which helps to prevent homelessness. She’s also involved in organizing the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut’s biannual charity auction for its charitable foundation, which raises funds for local causes. The upcoming event, scheduled for November 7th at Aqua Turf, will feature dueling pianos and an exciting array of auction items, all to support important charitable initiatives.
Lorrie’s passion for community service and charitable giving is not only about supporting causes but also about creating events that bring people together. She is currently working on a game show event for the East Haven Chamber of Commerce, which will be similar to Family Feud, to raise funds for the organization. She’s also excited about the third annual golf tournament for the New Haven Middlesex Association of Realtors, set for September 18th, which will fund the association’s charitable foundation. Over the years, this tournament has grown to be one of the biggest fundraising activities for the foundation, which supports a variety of local initiatives, including helping those affected by homelessness.
A Lifelong Commitment to Volunteering
For Lorrie, volunteer work has always been an important part of her life. Her involvement began with Boy Scout Troop 401 in East Haven, where her son became an Eagle Scout. She spent years as a committee member for the troop, where she learned the importance of community service and giving back. As her children grew older, she found herself with more time to dedicate to volunteer work, particularly within the real estate industry, where she continues to find ways to make a difference. Lorrie Maiorano’s story is one of dedication, passion, and selfless service. Whether she’s helping a family find their dream home, organizing a fundraising event, or serving on boards that shape the future of real estate, Lorrie’s impact is undeniable. Her ability to balance her real estate career with her extensive volunteer work is nothing short of inspiring, and her commitment to giving back continues to make a profound difference in the lives of those around her.
For Lorrie, it’s not just about being a successful real estate agent—it’s about creating a legacy of service, one that uplifts her community and industry for generations to come.
