Professional Profile: Marita Schardt 2017
Name: Marita Schardt - 2017
Title: Director of Workplace Strategy
Company: IA (Interior Architects)
Location: New York, NY
Birthplace: Pittsburgh, PA
Education: University of Cincinnati, BS in Design
First job outside of real estate: Lifeguard
First job in real estate or allied field: Co-op student in a design firm in Washington, DC
What do you do now and what are you planning for the future?:Jazzed to be in the middle of an energetic, creative and growing team.
How do you unwind from a busy day?:I’m a runner, training for my 10th marathon right now
Favorite book or author: “Portrait of a Lady” by Henry James
Favorite movie: “A Good Year” by Ridley Scott
Last song you purchased/downloaded?:“Take Five” by Dave Brubeck
One word to describe your work environment: Collaborative
Rules to live by in business: “Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress; working hard for something we love is called passion.” - Simon Sinek
What is your dream job?:Residential historic preservation