Professional Profile: Meredith Siburn 2014

Name: Meredith Siburn Title: Director Company: Cushman & Wakefield Location: My office is located at 107 Elm Street, Stamford, CT, however, I specialize in the Greater Danbury, CT market. Place of birth: Born in NYC, grew up in Larchmont, NY Family: Husband-Adam; Son-Addison (age 11); Daughter-Avery (age 8) College: Baylor University, Waco, TX First job unrelated to your current field: I was a waitress during high school and on summer breaks during college. I think everyone should wait tables in his/her lifetime. It builds character and gives you a unique perspective on life. First job in current field: I began my career in commercial real estate directly out of college. I started with a small firm in Stamford. The first deal I closed was a 65,000 s/f warehouse lease. My boss warned me that not all deals would come that easily! Hobbies: Sailing. My husband and I race every Sunday on L.I. Sound. I have also participated in several Sprint Triathlons, which are a lot of fun. Favorite novel: I enjoyed the Hunger Games series. Favorite film: Anything with Meryl Streep. Keys to success: Maintain the highest possible standards at all times and utilize C&W's vast resources to provide a superior level of service for my clients. Person(s) you most admire (outside of family): I have a tremendous amount of respect for nurses, teachers and single moms. If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? I am very pleased to be in my chosen profession and I would choose it all over again.