About Diana Thornton

Get to know our exceptional team member.

Diana

Agent Details

Meet Diana

Professional Highlights

  • $15 million in sales in her first two years as a realtor

  • Sales Partner with the CK | Compass team

  • Degree in Communications from the University of Central Florida


Early Life and Background

Diana grew up on the Space Coast, with her childhood taking her across California, Arizona, Atlanta, and back to Florida. She graduated from Satellite High School, where her energy as a spirited cheerleader reflected her enthusiasm for community and connection.

Her love for the beach and local spots like Doubles shaped her lasting bond with the Space Coast. Today, she continues to enjoy its diverse lifestyle offerings.


Career Path and Skills

Armed with a Communications degree from the University of Central Florida, Diana began her career managing communications and events for a local church. There, she developed strong skills in event promotion and social media outreach, connecting with people from all walks of life.

When the COVID-19 pandemic shifted priorities, Diana embraced new opportunities. As a new mother, she transitioned into real estate, bringing empathy, determination, and a people-first mindset to her work.


Real Estate Journey

In her first two years, Diana achieved $15 million in sales, quickly establishing her reputation as a trusted professional. She now thrives as a Sales Partner with the CK | Compass team, benefiting from the mentorship of Dewayne Carpenter and Kirk Kessel.

Her approach is client-focused — she listens, supports, and guides clients with patience and care from start to finish. Many of her clients return or refer others, a testament to the trust she builds.


Local Expertise on Florida’s Space Coast

Diana’s deep roots on the Space Coast give her clients a unique advantage. From Satellite Beach to Indialantic, Melbourne, and Cocoa Beach, she understands the lifestyle, schools, and community features that matter most. Clients benefit from her firsthand knowledge when making informed buying or selling decisions.

Explore Space Coast communities with Diana and discover where you’ll feel at home.


Personal Values

As a proud mother and devoted wife, Diana blends personal resilience with professional dedication. Her ability to navigate challenges with empathy makes her a trusted partner for clients in every stage of life.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Agents

Finding the right real estate partner makes all the difference when buying or selling a home. Below are answers to the questions clients most often ask Carpenter | Kessel agents, designed to give you clarity and confidence before your next move.

Carpenter | Kessel agents specialize across Brevard County’s Space Coast, including Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Melbourne Beach, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach, Viera, and surrounding coastal communities.

Our agents manage diverse property types—including oceanfront condos, canal- and riverfront homes, luxury estates, and custom waterfront builds—tailored to meet buyers and sellers across price points.

Team leaders bring decades of experience and have guided the firm to rank as Florida’s #1 real estate team, with agents closing millions in sales annually.

Clients benefit from expert teamwork, award-winning leadership, advanced technology, global reach, and high-impact marketing—backed by $1B+ in closed sales.

Clients benefit from expert teamwork, award-winning leadership, advanced technology, global reach, and high-impact marketing—backed by $1B+ in closed sales.

We leverage professional photography, videography, 3D tours, drone footage, Google Ads, social media, email campaigns, and international exposure via Compass + Barnes International Realty.

Our “Listed. Marketed. Sold.” philosophy is backed by data: strategic marketing helps sellers achieve faster sales and stronger offers compared to industry averages.

Expect concierge-level service. Each agent is supported by marketing, operations, staging, and design teams to deliver a seamless experience from listing to closing.

Carpenter | Kessel consistently ranks #1 in Florida and among the top teams nationwide, closing more than $90M in volume from July 2024–2025.

Clients often ask:

  • “What is my home worth in this market?”

  • “How do you market homes to local and international buyers?”

  • “Which agents specialize in luxury waterfront sales?”

Each agent page includes direct contact details (email, mobile phone) and the option to schedule a listing strategy call.

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