#MondayMotivation how she shattered the glass ceilings as double minority?

May 21, 2024By Peak Square Ventures
Peak Square Ventures

#MondayMotivation how she shattered the glass ceilings as double minority?


We had the honor of sitting down with Cecilia Cossio, President at Marquis, for an in-depth conversation about her impressive career in asset and property management. The discussion covered a range of topics, from personal and professional growth to strategies for success in the industry. #peakwealthmastery

Cecilia managed over 6,000 doors in her career and currently serving as CEO of Marquis Asset Management, where she oversees 100 employees and manages over 3,000 doors. 

Philosophy and Career Values:
She attributed her success to hard work and a solution-based approach, emphasizing her determination to succeed despite obstacles, including the challenge of obtaining a degree at the age of 40. #educationisfreeom

She discussed the challenges she faced as a minority woman in a male-dominated industry, highlighting the values instilled by her grandparents and her belief in never giving up. Mindset over everything else. #nevergiveup

Cecilia shared her philosophy on overcoming obstacles, emphasizing the importance of reflection and learning from mistakes. #commitment, #integrity, and #authenticity. 

On Asset Management:
Cecilia emphasized the need for understanding assets, strategic planning, and collaboration between asset and property management teams to achieve common goals. She stressed the necessity of having a trained, committed staff, have an open and transparent communication and the importance of extreme ownership in property success.

She highlighted the importance of adaptability, preventative maintenance, and following established processes in property and asset management. She urged her colleagues to continuously improve their skills and emphasized the value of experience and personal development in the field.

Advice for Minorities
Cecilia offered advice to younger Latinas and minorities interested in asset management, encouraging them to remain consistent, find solutions to problems, and network effectively.

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