Real estate was the career Lyn Wise always wanted. It was just a matter of finding the right time to get started. She was all-in for about two years, but the dream had to be put on hold when she and her family moved to California for a short time. The right time came in 2017, and since then, she has both persevered and launched the Lyn Wise Group, which aims to be a model of support and resilience and is grounded in the desire to help others.

Lyn worked in corporate sales and marketing after earning her MBA from Loyola University. It was hard to juggle the corporate life with young children, though, so she sought a career with more flexibility. She was thrilled to find real estate the ideal match for her personal interests and ambitions, but she quickly realized that raising three young sons—Alec, Jake, and Jeremy—while having a husband who traveled frequently for work, was not conducive to jump-starting a real estate business. So, she kept her license on hold and waited for the right time.

“Working for a large company made me realize I wanted to run my own business. For me, seeing a process through from beginning to end and controlling my own destiny were paramount,” Lyn explains. “I have always liked ‘the thrill of the move,’ and the excitement of new beginnings. Meeting new people means every day and every situation is different—no two people or situations are alike. I also love all things home, décor, and architecture, and exploring different neighborhoods.” 

Upon returning from California in 2017, she jumped in with both feet and at full speed with @properties| Christie's International Real Estate. But as Lyn was growing her business, her oldest son, Alec, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. After an intense battle, with Lyn fighting constantly by his side and traveling across the globe in search of the latest treatments, tragically, Alec passed away.

“The loss of my oldest son is something I will never overcome, but somehow, each day, I try to channel his personality and drive for success and incorporate them into my own ethos. He was a very driven, successful, smart young man, and I know he would be proud of my accomplishments,” shares Lyn.

One of those accomplishments is the recent formation of the Lyn Wise Group with her husband, Bob. When it became evident that Lyn’s business needed additional support to continue thriving and growing, Bob joined the team. “He was quickly able to put together a roadmap for success, which included a well-thought-out business plan and a streamlining of operations and systems,” says Lyn. Bob provides back-end support to the team, keeping the business organized. “Support and collaboration are the main values that drive the Lyn Wise Group,” Lyn adds.

“We built our team with a vision to support each of our members and their quest for growth,” Lyn expresses. “People often ask me if I built a team because I was so busy that I needed help, but the opposite is actually the case: we weren’t looking to have the team support our business. Rather, our vision for the Lyn Wise Group, and my personal goal, was to build a team where Bob and I would support each member and foster their growth, and I think we are finding success with that vision.”

 

The Lyn Wise group is comprised of Emily Kordick, Melissa Lerner, and Shelley Stolman. Lyn describes the team as being very cohesive and respectful of everyone’s ideas. 

“Our goal is to be super collaborative and value what each team member brings to the table,” she notes. “In just a short amount of time, we have really bonded, and I can honestly say we thrive on being and working together. Bob and I feel incredibly lucky that we were able to bring on three driven, focused, go-getters with great ideas and deep connections to their communities. Most importantly, they are kind, empathetic, honest, and just fun to be with.”

Lyn is thankful to @properties| Christie's International Real Estate for their support. “No one does it better,” she claims. “They are consistently and constantly creating the best tech, training, and personal support that’s encircled by a collaborative spirit which facilitates growth.”

When Lyn isn’t focused on her team or her clients, she enjoys yoga, paddle tennis, and indulging in one of her “guilty TV pleasures” like The Bachelor and Million Dollar Listing. She also loves traveling with her family, finding “restaurant gems” in faraway places, and hanging out with friends. “My friends have been incredibly supportive. They met me where I was throughout the journey [with Alec],” she says. “I love having the time and energy to focus more on them and the joys in their lives. ”

Giving back to the community is especially important to Lyn and her family. They support a number of organizations related to their experience, including the Rory David Deutsch Foundation, which supports brain tumor research. Another organization, Experience Camps, holds a very special place in their hearts. Experience Camps provide one-week camps for kids experiencing grief. “Camp was Alec’s favorite place on earth, so this charity is a perfect fit. Jeremy has volunteered as a counselor with them the last two summers,” Lyn shares.

Lyn's commitment to her team's growth, her passion for giving back to causes close to her heart, and her ability to find joy and fulfillment beyond her professional accomplishments are a testament to her strength and character. As she presses forward, she will continue to create a legacy of support, resilience, and hope that resonates far beyond the real estate industry and into the lives of many.