120: Tina Pappas – Building a Best Company

Guest: Tina Pappas

Guest Bio:

Tina is a seasoned professional with an impressive leadership track record across prominent companies in the Pacific Northwest. As President of TPS, she successfully led both commercial and residential teams. Prior to that, Tina managed the commercial real estate portfolio for BMGI. She also co-founded and served as President of Egis Real Estate Services, which emerged from Fisher Properties.

Tina's contributions to the industry have earned her numerous accolades. In 2020, she served as NAIOP's Board President, a role that recognized her dedication to commercial real estate leadership. Earlier in her career, she was named one of Seattle's 40 Under 40 business leaders in 2008, highlighting her as an outstanding young professional in the industry.

Key Notes:

Commercial Real Estate Experience:

• Started career at Colliers International after college, initially unsure of the industry but passionate about sales, communities, and buildings.
• Took a research role to learn about the industry and avoid being placed in a sector or team without understanding it.
• Representing leasing and marketing for major developments.
• Gained valuable experience in real estate development, property management, and engineering.
• Focusing on real estate management, including confidential projects and national scope.
• Led property management teams, gaining significant experience in multifamily and commercial real estate.
• Focused on development and management of multifamily projects.
• Hired a diverse group of younger brokers to inject fresh energy into the company.

Advice for Women in Real Estate:

• Overcame gender barriers in a male-dominated industry by focusing on skill, work ethic, and mentorship.
• Encourages young women to be persistent, seek mentorship, and not be intimidated by the lack of female representation.
• Actively recruits women and encourages them to engage with the industry through career fairs and personal outreach.

Hiring and Intern Programs:

• Focuses on passion, engagement, and initiative when hiring.
• Developed a program for college students to explore different areas of commercial real estate and intern in various roles.

Company Culture and Success:

• NAI Puget Sound Properties has been recognized as one of the best companies to work for, emphasizing teamwork, support, and personal growth.
• The company fosters a culture of appreciation and empowerment, with initiatives like commemorating employees' anniversaries and milestones.
• Prioritizes work-life balance, offering flexible scheduling and events that cater to various employee needs.

Team-Oriented Leadership:

• Emphasizes collaboration over competition, with a focus on supporting one another for the greater good of the company.
• Celebrates individual and team accomplishments, such as the "team photo" event for employees' sports achievements and company anniversaries.

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