Meet Our Team
Our team has a deep love for Northeast Ohio and a passion for helping our clients find their perfect community.
Buying or selling a house is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life, both financially and emotionally. But finding a real estate partner should be simple.
Let Duvé & Spinelli Realtors put our expertise to work for you!
Steve Spinelli
Steve has been a licensed realtor for almost 30 years. Throughout the decades, he has committed countless hours to bettering not only his clients’ lives, but his industry and community as well. Steve has served as President of the Akron Area Board of Realtors (2005), AABOR Board Member for 6 years, and member of their Executive Committee for 4 years.
He’s been awarded Akron Area Realtor of the Year (2006), Ohio Association of Realtors President’s Sales Club Award (1993-present), Sales Achievement Society Award (1993-present), and the Realty Alliance Award for Top 5% of Realtors.
Fun Facts:
Worked on the Hawk Missile system while in the Army.
Is an advocate for animal rescue and has 3 adopted dogs.
Nick Duvé
Nick brings an extensive background in marketing and business development, as well as a sincere passion for working with people to his work in real estate. A graduate of Hoban High School and the University of Akron, Nick spent over 20 years working as a marketing professional and DJ/MC, coordinating and executing large-scale events for companies like Disney, Rock The House Entertainment (RTH), Metro PCS, the MLB All-Star Game, and many more.
During his tenure with RTH, Nick was the recipient of the Employee of the Year (2016) and Renaissance Awards (2017).
When not hard at work, Nick enjoys spending quality time with his family.
Fun Facts:
Was a contestant on “The Wall” game show on NBC!
Founded The Candle Studio in Beachwood, OH, with his husband. Recently sold it to concentrate on realty.
His wedding won a WOW Award for “Best Wedding” in 2016.
Michelle Stephens
Michelle became a licensed realtor in the spring of 2020 after encouragement and mentorship from Steve.
With almost 3 decades as a nurse under her belt, Michelle brings an enthusiasm for people, focus on detail, and talent for care to her work in real estate.
“It brings me so much joy to help others find their dream homes,” says Michelle. “One of my strengths is being able to help a client see beyond the walls of the home by finding creative ways to stage décor, change paint colors, or renovate. It is a very creative job with many possibilities.”
Fun facts:
In the summer of 2017, Michelle flew to Ramstein Air Base in Ramstein, Germany from Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio with her 3 sons on a C17 Air Force plane!
She has been a licensed RN/BSN for 26 years.
Christine Spinelli
Christine found her way to real estate from a natural interest in homes and renovation. She’d search listings for hours each night for the perfect flip for herself, and would more often than not find perfect listings for others. Friends and family encouraged her to get her real estate license and do what she was doing professionally.
Christine is thrilled to be a part of the Duve-Spinelli team, working alongside the industry’s best. She will scour the market for just what you’re looking for or market your home to the perfect match. Whether you’re a first home buyer or a seasoned investor; looking for a bigger home for your growing family or for a smaller place to downsize, Christine can find your match!
Fun facts:
Christine started her business Rennova Communities, LLC with the mission of improving some of the city’s once-magnificent “beauties” that have fallen into disrepair.
During Covid, Christine flipped her first house in Akron on Upper Merriman Drive.
Christine has been a vegetarian for 34 years and has a passion for all animals. She supports pet rescue and encourages adoption. She adopted an 8-year-old Yorkie from One of a Kind Pet Rescue and a kitten that was born in a friend’s garage.
Diane Ross
After 28 yrs. in the dental field, Diane followed her passion and received both a certification in Staging & Redesign from Home Staging Resources as well as her real estate license.
“I believe your home should restore you at the end of the day, and get you ready for tomorrow,” says Diane. “It is a place to gather with your family and friends; your ‘nest’ and a ‘soft place to land.’”
Diane loves staging homes and getting them ready to list. She finds great reward in meeting new clients and working with them to transform their homes!
Fun facts:
She lived in Miami for 5 years where she learned how to grow orchids.
She has moved 5 times in 5 years and got really good at packing, unpacking, and organizing!