40 Under 40: Recognizing Young Achievers (12)

NICOLE POWELL
Compass
Age: 37 | Years in RE: 2 | 2022 Sales: $18,000,00

Nicole Powell is a saleswoman at heart, and as a real estate agent, she has found her true calling. Helping people find their dream homes is what she says she loves the most about the industry. 

Before becoming executive director of The Bowers Group, Nicole worked in sales in various industries. However, she saw the lack of representation for women in the real estate industry and knew it was where she was meant to be.

One of Nicole's biggest challenges has been finding the balance between work and family. Her children were used to seeing her at home, working as a small business owner, but now that she's out meeting clients and showing homes, it's been a transition for her family. But Nicole has proven to her children that the changes and sacrifices are worth it, and they support her in her career.

Nicole thrives on the challenges that come with real estate. Every day is different, and no two deals or clients are alike. She takes pride in being a proactive agent who doesn't wait for opportunities to come to her.

Meeting her husband, who works in commercial real estate, has been a game-changer for Nicole's business. They've been able to connect each other's clients to help them with their needs, providing a unique level of service that other agents don't have.

Nicole's bucket list includes visiting Turkey, Bethlehem, and Lebanon, where her family has roots. Outside of work, she supports PetConnect Rescue, a local pet rescue organization. She and her family are foster parents to dogs in need, and they've helped organize a successful fundraiser for the organization. Nicole's next personal goal is to add some investment properties to her portfolio.

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OMER RESHID
Douglas Elliman
Age: 21 | Years in RE: 4 | 2022 Sales: $13,125,000

Omer Reshid is determined to provide exceptional service and be the go-to real estate guy for his clients. His passion is helping people find their dream homes or sell their properties for top dollar.

Before becoming a real estate agent, Omer had a career in public service. His previous experiences give him a unique skill set that he brings to his work as a real estate agent. He has strong communication skills, a commitment to customer service, and a deep understanding of the needs and priorities of the community.

One of the biggest challenges that Omer has had to overcome in his real estate career is the fear of being young and not being taken seriously. He started in real estate when he was only 19 years old, and at that age, he was selling homes to people who were often twice his age. It was a daunting experience, and he had to work hard to prove himself.

However, Omer quickly learned that his age didn’t matter as much as his knowledge and expertise in the field. As long as he is exceptional at what he does and knows his craft inside and out, he finds that people are willing to put their trust in him regardless of his age.

Omer's career aspirations are to become the #1 trusted real estate agent in the area, to build a team that shares the same values and commitment to exceptional service that he does, and to start building homes in the Baltimore community where he grew up. He has a deep connection to this area, and he believes that by building high-quality, affordable homes, he can contribute to the growth and development of the community.