Michael Petruska is a realtor with Keller Williams, working out of the Chestnut Hill office in Newton, Massachusetts, and serving clients across the Boston MetroWest area. Keller Williams, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is the largest real estate franchise in the world by agent count, with more than 1,000 market centers and over 162,000 affiliated agents. It ranks first in the United States for both total sales volume and number of units sold. With a strong foundation in finance, he brings a well-rounded and thoughtful approach to guiding clients through real estate transactions. Before starting his real estate career, he built a successful path in the financial services industry. Michael began as a financial advisor and later transitioned into leadership, where he mentored other advisors and supported them in growing their practices. His experience in financial planning, investment strategy, and client relationship management continues to shape his approach today. His focus remains on delivering value through informed decisions, long-term planning, and personalized service tailored to each client’s needs. He began his professional journey at Equitable Life Insurance, where he served more than 1,500 households and managed over $170 million in assets. His role included educating clients on investment options, developing strategies for building and preserving wealth, and executing trades to support financial goals. Petruska also conducted weekly seminars and onsite financial literacy sessions, helping individuals and businesses better understand their financial future. He later advanced to a leadership role as Vice President, becoming part of the Boston leadership team. In that role, he recruited, trained, and developed new advisors across New England, helping promote financial literacy and expand outreach across multiple communities. Under his leadership, a team within the Retirement Benefits Group earned national recognition, and several of the advisors he mentored moved into management positions. Throughout his financial career, he managed more than 5,000 relationships and oversaw more than $450 million in assets. His work has earned recognition through several awards, including the Management Development Award in 2021, where he was ranked fifth nationally. Michael also received the NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award and was named a Five Star Wealth Manager from 2018 through 2021. These honors reflect his consistent performance, client satisfaction, and professional standards. He remains engaged in professional networks that support continued education and development. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Bryant University in Rhode Island, where he completed internships in both personal and corporate finance. During college, he participated in Greek life, played intramural sports, and was active in lacrosse. He holds FINRA Series 7, 66, and 24 licenses, along with Life, Accident, and Health insurance licenses in several states. Petruska was raised in Bayonne, New Jersey, and graduated from St. Peter’s Prep in Jersey City. He met his wife in college, and they married in 2004. They live in Milford, Massachusetts, with their three children and two French bulldogs, Zoe and Mia. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking with his children, traveling with his family, golfing, staying active, and spending time outdoors. He has also been involved in the local community for more than a decade, volunteering as a coach with the Milford Youth Baseball League and coaching youth football for three years. Each year, he supports the Pan-Mass Challenge, which raises funds for cancer research and patient care through the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Michael Petruska continues to serve his clients and community with dedication, professionalism, and a clear commitment to helping others achieve long-term success.