Wasiak of Matthew Adam Properties receives Top 20 Under 40 by ENR

Name: Dorothy Wasiak Title: Director of Capital Planning Senior Asset Manager Company Name: Matthew Adam Properties Years in Commercial Real Estate: 15 In the last 12 months, which project, transaction, honor or accomplishment are you most proud of and why? Received Top 20 Under 40 by ENR, Top Commercial Real Estate Women, created a very successful mentorship program I am personally very passionate about. What were your biggest fears when you started out in your profession? I did not have any fears. I knew persistence and hard work was the way to success. Who are three women- living or dead - that you would like to have drinks with and why? Hilary Clinton, Sheryl Sandberg and Angela Merkel. What was your first job and what did you learn from it? Project Manager for a major translation company. I have learned that communication is the key to success and being a team player makes me a great leader. I have also learned to be bold, speak up and not to be afraid to learn from my mistakes. What is your favorite quote? 'There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.- Aristotle What social media and/or face to face networking activities do you find most beneficial professionally? LinkedIn What are you doing differently in 2014 that has had positive impact on your career? I strongly believe in the Blue Ocean Strategy that demand is created rather than fought over. I personally focus less on my competition and more on better and unique alternatives for my clients.