02/10/2023
C5 + CCIM GLOBAL SUMMIT
This moment was incredibly special for me. I entered this industry as a way to get through one of the toughest times of my life (I miss you deeply mommy ). I quickly realized that my purpose would be deeper after walking into countless rooms where there was little to no representation. I made it my mission to not only show up in the rooms, but to also bring education and awareness to my platform. Prior to the pandemic, I begin utilizing social media in the most unconventional way for commercial brokers. I used it as a way to connect, generate business, market properties/ projects, and bring awareness and exposure of commercial real estate to minorities. Once the pandemic hit, it forced our industry to look at virtual connections and social media in a completely different light.
In the midst of it all, assembled a list of top commercial real estate influencers online, and to my astonishment, I not only made the list but secured the #1 spot. Excited to share this achievement, I posted it, only to face adversity from within the industry, from a Houston broker asking “why are you considered an influencer, I’ve never seen your name?” . Funny enough I never responded. I wanted to wait for a moment like this—after all the best response is proof that YOU’RE HER! I used this passive criticism as motivation to continue building my resume (Government, Corporate, small business = Top CRE Practitioner 2023 NAREB) and pursuing formal education (CCIM Candidate) at , often dubbed the "PHD of CRE."
With the support of this community, this platform, our company , my dad .ryland, and many others, I've reached millions of people. This has made me qualified to take the stage at a GLOBAL summit alongside some of the industry's top game changers. I truly cannot express my gratitude enough. 💕
Special thank you to
for selecting me to join you!