About Yvette
Yvette is a native Central Texan, born and raised in San Antonio, but proud to call Austin her home. She holds a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Texas at San Antonio and became a licensed REALTOR® in 2000. For several years Yvette enjoyed a very successful career as a multi-million dollar producer before obtaining her Broker license in 2004. It was at that time that she joined forces with Jonathan Boatwright, who had 16 years of experience in technology, to build a different kind of real estate company. One that embraced the latest technology in order to provide innovative systems for its clients and agents. Realty Austin became the #1 independent real estate firm in Central Texas with 570 top-producing agents who together achieved $5.1 Billion in sales in their highest year. Her caring touch and passionate approach to her team and community made her uniquely qualified to lead Austin’s best place to work.
Realty Austin was ranked a Top Workplace by the Austin American Statesman and top Best Places to Work by the Austin Business Journal. Yvette's industry awards honors include:
Realty Austin was ranked a Top Workplace by the Austin American Statesman and top Best Places to Work by the Austin Business Journal. Yvette's industry awards honors include:
- Austin Board of Realtors® 'Broker of the Year' 2019
- Platinum Top 50 'Executive of the Year' 2019
- Leading Real Estate Companies of the World 'Leadership Award' 2020
- #29 on T360 Real Estate Almanac Top 40 Women Executives List 2022
In her free time, Yvette enjoys spending time with her three kids, Alyssa, Ashton and Liv, her grandchildren and husband, Chef Tyson Cole. Her other hobbies include dancing, yoga, meditation, reading, and traveling.
Yvette enjoys giving back to the community by sponsoring, volunteering, or giving to these various charitable organizations:
- Austin Habitat for Humanity sponsor, volunteer, Board member 2017-2024
- Foundation Communities as match-fund sponsor, volunteer, Board member 2017-2024
- Founding member of SAFE Women of Hope