152. Best Mortgage Broker

Joan Eckert, known for personable real estate and notary services, rose to the top of the vote pile in 2003 for the first time, and in 2007 and again in 2008 claimed Best of Milpitas. She has a dedicated following. Tina Skokan Broyles, a longtime winner for her professional service and down-to-earth approach, won in 2005 and returned as first runner-up this year. Skokan is also heavily involved in youth sports as a volunteer. She shared the Honor Award with Todd Flesner, longtime Filipino community leader Dem Nitafan, Becky Strauss, “C.J.” Cynthia Rich, Bill Phillips, Albert Wong, Dinnah Casibang, and Amex Home Loans.