Name: Brian Zelman Title: Realtor/Owner Company: Broder Commercial LLC Location: West Hartford, Conn. Birthplace: Hartford, Conn. Birth Date: 1977 Family: Wife, Johanna and daughter, Leila College: University of Connecticut First job outside of real estate: Luxury auto sales First job in real estate or allied field: Realtor at ERA Broder Group What do you do now and what are you planning for the future: I just became a partner in our brokerage and we are focused on growing the business. I would like to invest in property when this market starts to present opportunities. Hobbies: Skiing, golf, tennis, travel, dogs, live music Favorite book: "The Great Gatsby" Favorite movie: "Godfather" Person you most emulate (outside of family): George Soros Key to success: Persistence beats resistance If you had to choose another vocation what would it be? Ski resort/hospitality management