Magic Moment: On my fortieth birthday I had the good fortune to be able to buy the Plaza where I started my first job at the age of 13 working in a pharmacy. I proudly added this to my RE portfolio; and felt I had come full circle to the young girl who was bullied and ridiculed in grade school.

Key Influence: My significant other Ralph DelDuca – When something bad happens, it’s always followed by something good. Some will, some won’t, some do, some don’t, keep going; it’s a numbers game.

Next Big Challenge As An Industry: Affordability as an industry. Working on government initiatives to a) reduce the cost of housing for qualified individuals and b) provide deposit programs to allow ownership

Secret Talent: Matching people to their positions.

On Championing Others… Over my career I have hired a few hundred people; many of them unqualified for various positions; but given the opportunity because of their passion and certain qualities that shined through.

One word that captures you: Generous