Category: Spotlight Content

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Heather Perry

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Heather Perry

September 29, 2017
I try to approach every obstacle as an opportunity to learn and grow.  I became a property manager at 23 and was immediately thrown into the crazy world of property management.  I had so much to learn, but I have always been eager to take on the next challenge.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Erin Channel

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Erin Channel

September 29, 2017
The benefits of mentoring are widespread, not only as a mentee but also as a mentor. The mentors I’ve had over the course of my career have provided me support and guidance in time management, career development and conflict resolution. Our relationships have also enhanced my communication and interpersonal skills.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Shirley Harpool

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Shirley Harpool

September 29, 2017
Always look for what the owner, developer, retailer or broker needs when an obstacle occurs such as a general giving written permission to build a road on the National Guard’s property behind a shopping center.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Jill Sharif

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Jill Sharif

September 29, 2017
A positive attitude and strong work ethic are two key strengths that become contagious the more you demonstrate them. A positive attitude not only allows the work to get done effectively, but it also motivates the people around you to view the challenges and obstacles in a better light.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Sarah Tricot

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Sarah Tricot

September 29, 2017
This year’s transactions have been more contentious than prior years, attorneys are tasked with finding a balance in emotionally charged negotiations and closings. There is an influx in quirky contingencies/credits in offers that brokers are using to ensure their client’s offer wins.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Cara Nelson

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Cara Nelson

September 29, 2017
I concluded my term as president of CREW Boston on June 30. It was a privilege and an extreme honor to lead the 500+ CREW Boston members and to help guide the organization through its first year of a new strategic plan. 
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Jen Porter

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Jen Porter

September 29, 2017
Looking back, obstacles were tackled by good management, open communications and jumping on the next available opportunity. Starting in the engineering field right out of college, I had no practical experience, only my...
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Karen Friel

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Karen Friel

September 29, 2017
Simply put, I love buildings.  I love looking, at and thinking about the built human habitat. I like thinking about how buildings both commercial and residential service humans socially, economically, environmentally and aesthetically.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Samantha McDonald

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Samantha McDonald

September 29, 2017
Look at the big picture! Figure out what is essential to my client’s success and what is essential to the other players, then negotiate so everyone gets some of what is important to them.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Lisa Serafin

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Lisa Serafin

September 29, 2017
I am a strategic thinker and a planner both by nature and by formal education. I incorporate these strengths into all aspects of my career – client service, development and corporate management.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Barbara Oddo

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Barbara Oddo

September 29, 2017
As the general manager of a downtown Boston portfolio, my job involves solving any number of issues in a given day. Experience has shown me that procrastination is the enemy in most situations, and often I am required to react quickly.
2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Sarah McGillicuddy

2017 Women in Real Estate Spotlight - Sarah McGillicuddy

September 29, 2017
I’ve been fortunate in that I’ve been able to build lasting and valued friendships within the industry that have sustained me through career highs and lows over the past 14 years.