Born and raised in Ponce , Puerto Rico . Rita started college in New Jersey but could only last 2 years in the cold weather , transferring to New Orleans where she graduated with a BA in Fine arts . Rita then went to Atlanta to study at the Art Institute where she finished her MBA in Interior Design . Returning to New Orleans , Rita began her career in Computer Graphics / Drafting and Desktop Publishing . In 1986 Rita felt the call of the beach and moved to Tampa working at a simulation company .
Rita started her real estate career in 1998 at New Homes America and in 1999 started with Century 21 Elite Locations . Eight years later , Rita says “ I ’ ve discovered that caring for clients is the most important aspect of my job ” speaking about the real estate business . When someone makes the important decision to buy or sell a home , Rita is committed to going the extra mile to ensure that all their needs are successfully met in a professional and honest manner .
Rita ’ s experience and knowledge as a real estate professional includes marketing , financing , and she also provides representation for either the buyer or the seller . Rita pays attention to details by providing a complete , professional approach that is necessary in today ’ s market . Everyday , people all around you list their property for sale . Everyone wants to obtain the highest possible price , in the shortest period of time , with the least amount of inconvenience . Rita provides the kind of insight and expertise that people need to make intelligent decisions and avoid troublesome hassles .
As a full time professional , Rita studies the market daily , keeping abreast of every variable that may influence the marketability of properties . Once an offer is made to purchase a property , Rita works to negotiate the terms of the contract , establish the buyer ’ s qualifications , and monitor all details until the sale is closed .
Rita Isabel Sauri Broker Associate www . RitaSauri . com Info @ RitaSauri . com
As the General Manager of Telemundo Tampa , Arlene Segovia oversees all facets of the television station including sales , marketing , HR and programming . Ms . Segovia has been in the Tampa market for less than and year and has already made a tremendous difference . She is spearheading efforts to launch a local 6 p . m . newscast later this year and has tremendous success participating in and hosting community events . Ms . Segovia is a member of the Tampa Bay Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and is currently serving on the Events Committee . In 2005 she was nominated by her peers for Hispanic Media Person of the Year and was recently named a finalist for the 2005 Tampa Bay Business Journal ’ s Minority Business Person of the Year .
Ms . Segovia began her distinguished career as the Marketing and Promotions Manager of Empress Cruise Lines where she oversaw all promotional events throughout South Florida and assisted in strategic planning and growth for the company .
After her work with Empress , she was hired as a Marketing Manager with Tele-Visiones Inc ., the company responsible for managing Walter Mercado , the internationally known astrologer . Segovia ’ s responsibilities included negotiating contracts with media outlets throughout North and South America , advertising production , budgeting , creative design and management . Under her supervision and guidance , a distribution company was setup , marketed and promoted that focused on selling licensed Walter Mercado products throughout the United States .
Later Arlene moved on as a Media Supervisor for Zubi Advertising , the largest independently owned U . S . Hispanic ad agency in the United States . She oversaw all strategic media planning and negotiations for clients such as American Airlines , Johnson & Johnson , Kraft Foods , M & M / Mars , the Miami Heat , and SC Johnson . Her ability to assimilate to her target demographic and create new , cost-efficient ways to market to consumers led to her success gaining new business and growing account billings by $ 28 million dollars net .
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Gladys Bernett is originally from Panama City , Panama . She graduated with honors from the University of Florida in Gainesville . While an undergraduate , Gladys worked at Shands Hospital , was involved with several health outreach programs throughout campus , and was a board member of the College of Health and Human Performance ’ s College Council . For her achievements and contributions to the University , she was honored with the University of Florida ’ s Presidential Recognition Award in April 1999 . In pursuit of professional advancements in healthcare administration , Gladys earned two Masters Degrees , one in Health Care Administration ( MHA ) and the other in Business Administration ( MBA ), from the University of Florida .
Because of her strong writing and analytical skills , she worked in healthcare consulting and was responsible for the development and publication of research studies that have been published in peer-reviewed healthcare journals . Gladys continues to apply her skills and gain experience in the healthcare industry by working for a data coordinating center that manages multi-center clinical trials and epidemiologic research sponsored by the National Institutes of Health .
As a board member of the National Society of Hispanic MBA ' s ( NSHMBA ) Tampa Bay Chapter , Gladys served as membership officer for two consecutive years and is currently serving as the Tampa Chapter ’ s President . Gladys is a strong advocate for education and as Chapter President plans to increase benefits to its 140 local members by providing more access to scholarships , financial aid , professional development and job opportunities .
Gladys is also a board member of a local Toast Masters International club , a member of the United Nations Association of America and is involved with other international planning committees in the community . She is fluent in Spanish and French and is working in developing Italian & Portuguese language skills . Gladys enjoys traveling , reading , cooking and dancing !!
Gladys Bernett , MBA , MHA President - Tampa Bay Chapter National Society of Hispanic MBAs president @ tampabay . nshmba . org
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