Meet Vitre Stephens

What is your role at Avison Young?

Senior Vice President, Retail

How did you get into commercial real estate?

My family has been in commercial real estate for many generations. I was in the hotel industry prior and made the leap based on my family's recommendation.

Who has been the biggest influence in your life and why?

My dad. He has done very well in commercial real estate, he's hextremely positive and a great teacher. What is the best advice you've ever received?

Do what you love and the money will come.

How has Avison Young supported you as a woman in business?

We have a great group of women brokers in my office and I know I can go to any of them for advice and guidance.