BMAR Members Professional Profiles: Laurena Torres 2013

Name: Laurena Torres Title: Principal Broker/Owner Company: Torresco Realty LLC Location: Manhattan Birthplace: Brooklyn NY Education: Brooklyn College/NY University First job outside of real estate: Political Lobbyist Associate First job in real estate or allied field: Licensed Salesperson What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? I am currently the principal broker/owner of Torresco Realty LLC- a commercial investment real estate firm based in Manhattan. In the future I am planning to continue to expand my personal real estate portfolio. How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? Skyping or emailing friends in Europe, Brazil or Canada to catch up after work. Favorite book or author: Ernest Hemmingway Favorite movie: "The Great Gatsby" Last song you downloaded? "Skyfall" One word to describe your work environment: Eventful Rules to live by in business: Honesty. Focus. Tenacity. If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? Rudolph Valentino /Café des Artistes What is your dream job? Archeologist

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