Maria Gonzalez President Nortronics Corp. Fairview, N.J.

How long have you been a member? Since 2002 AREW positions held: Communications co-chair, sponsorship co-chair How has AREW contributed to your career growth? It has enabled me to meet other women who have achieved success in the real estate industry. Several of our members have considerable histories and backgrounds and have been extremely generous to me in their advice and guidance. I have also developed many strong business relationships through membership. Most memorable AREW moment: There have been quite a few memorable moments since joining AREW. But I especially enjoyed the successful and fun board meetings when Michele Medaglia was president. AREW members who have positively influenced your career: Michele Medaglia, Jaclyn Direnzo, Barbara Iannucci and Jennifer McCool, among so many other significant members of this association.