Name: Sophia Powell, CPM
Title: Director of Property Management
Company: Center Communities of Brookline
Location: Brookline, Mass.
Birthplace: Boston, Mass.
Education: Massasoit Community College & The Institute of Real Estate Management
First job outside of real estate: Administrative Assistant
First job in real estate or allied field: Assistant property manager
What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? I'm currently the director of propertymanagement for Center Communities of Brookline which is a senior housing community for over 500 residents. In the future I plan on remaining in senior housing and become a executive director for a site.
How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? I usually read a book or play a few games on my Kindle.
Favorite book or author: The Color of Water by James McBride
Favorite movie: Pretty Woman
Last song you downloaded? No Gray by Jonathan McReynolds
One word to describe your work environment: Rewarding
Rules to live by in business: Always practice ethical and honest behavior.
If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? I would like to meet Oprah for dinner at her favorite restaurant.
What is your dream job? Owner of my own property management company or executive director at a senior housing facility.
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