I've spent most of my life making people feel taken care of. What I didn't expect was how many detours it would take to figure out the best way to do it.

My introduction to real estate came through the hospitality industry. My parents owned a deli, and I worked with them throughout high school. I eventually opened my own deli, which was acquired by 7-Eleven. Not many people can say their first introduction to real estate was selling a deli to 7-Eleven, but here we are. Overseeing that transaction introduced me to the world of real estate.

I got my license in 1999 while holding other jobs. I sold insurance and retirement investments and also worked as a loan officer, which further deepened my understanding of the industry. However, when the market crashed in 2008 and nobody was writing loans, I transitioned out of the mortgage industry.

My parents’ deli always held a special place in my heart, and I wanted to return to those roots. While I continued selling real estate, my mom and I opened a deli together. It was great fun: she was the cook, and I took care of everything else. She made sandwiches, homemade soup, pizza, and salad. More than a business, it felt like we were inviting people into our home. Clients were family. Everyone knew us and loved to stop by, even just to visit. Some of my best memories are from behind that counter.

If you'd told me I'd end up in Texas because of a gas station, I wouldn't have believed you. But an acquaintance of mine owned one there and needed a manager. I brought my mom along for the ride, and after five years of running our deli, we made the move to Texas.

Once there, my mom frequently traveled to San Diego to visit friends. She insisted I meet Rita, a woman around my age who was her friend’s daughter. I was reluctant, but she ended up setting us up on a date anyway.

Rita and I hit it off immediately. In fact, she is now my wife. I ended up moving to San Diego to be with her. Sadly, my mom passed away while we were still in Texas, but she left me an incredible gift before she went: Rita.

Rita and I welcomed our children, Zachary, Michael, and Theresa. I also opened a sushi restaurant in San Diego. That experience taught me a great deal. On the one hand, it failed—the demand wasn’t there, and I lost all my savings. I won’t pretend it didn’t shake me, because it did. I was devastated, with children to support and the weight of a business I had built from scratch and truly loved.

On the other hand, I learned that money isn’t everything. As frightening as it was to lose it all, I eventually earned it back. The experience reinforced something I now believe deeply: for anything to work—whether a business or a relationship—you have to focus your attention on that one goal and put in the work.

Which brings me back to real estate. Although I’ve been specializing in commercial real estate since 2017, I realized it would be valuable to partner with another agent who could help me serve my clients at the highest level. When you meet the right person, you just know. Sebastian, from the Windfield Group, is that person.

I met Sebastian recently and was immediately impressed by his experience and character. He is a second-generation realtor who has been in the business for a long time. He is well-spoken, attentive to detail, and capable of guiding clients from start to finish. That is exactly why we are partnering—because together, we can provide the best possible service to our clients. I am genuinely excited for this new chapter. It boils down to one goal: serving clients and putting in the work to deliver.

I take pride in what I do and make myself available to my clients, always responding to calls and ensuring they feel supported throughout the process. I see myself as a trusted, dependable REALTOR®. I take my word seriously and follow through with integrity. I understand the high stakes involved in real estate decisions, and I approach each situation with care and attention to detail. 

I bring strong negotiation skills to the table, always aiming to meet the needs of all parties involved. I have value and trust placed in me through referrals, which is why I’m so excited to partner with Sebastian and take our work to the next level. Between Sebastian and I, we’ve got you covered.