New York Real Estate Journal

Professional Profile: Gina Watson 2015

April 27, 2015 - Spotlight Content
Name: Gina Watson Title: Licensed Salesperson Company: KZA Realty Group, Inc. Location: 1200 Waters Place, Bronx, N.Y. Birthplace: Albert Einstein Hospital, Bronx, N.Y. Education: Lehman College & Westchester Community College First job outside of real estate: While in college I worked at a small educational company. The company provided affordable technology, such as laptops, to working class families. First job in real estate or allied field: I started my career in real estate with Kathy Zamechansky, president of KZA, as her assistant. The first thing I did for her was assist in planning a groundbreaking event. What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? Currently, I am a licensed salesperson working to obtain my broker's license. My goal is to expand my expertise to include not only brokerage but also other aspects of the real estate industry including appraisals, planning & development and multifamily housing. How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? Yoga, reading fiction & playing with my dog, Kennedy Favorite book or author: This is a tough one so I will go with what I am reading now, "Outlander" by Diana Galbadon Favorite movie: Munich (2005) Last song you purchased/downloaded? "Stay With Me", Sam Smith One word to describe your work environment: Fast-paced Rules to live by in business: Always be available for your clients. There is no such thing as nine to five. If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? President John F. Kennedy in the White House (and hope Jackie joins us!). What is your dream job? Rescuing animals