Professional Profile: Dorothy Wasiak, 2014

Name: Dorothy Wasiak Title: Director of Capital Planning/Senior Asset Manager Company: Matthew Adam Properties Location: New York Education: BS in Business Administration and Marketing from the Pennsylvania State University First job outside of real estate: Credit Manager for Allied Building Products First job in real estate or allied field: Capital Improvements & Asset Manager for 52 senior living communities What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? I believe innovation and communication is the key to success. I always focus on finding the most cost-effective solutions for building challenges and best utilize design materials to provide innovative solutions while staying on budget and providing building occupants with the healthiest alternatives. I also plan to dedicate more time to mentor high school kids. How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? I like to read a good book or take long walks. Favorite book author: Dan Brown and Thomas Friedman Favorite movie: "Out of Africa" Last song you purchased/downloaded? -"Happy" by Pharrell Williams Rules to live by in business: Be determined, aggressive and passionate about work. If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? Hillary Clinton What is your dream job? Real Estate Developer