Meet Jennifer. She's from Vancouver and has lived in Kamloops for four years!
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My husband, he is my biggest supporter. He challenges and encourages me daily.
What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
Ardeo Spa Salon and Aina Organic Spa are my favourite local businesses. I can’t pick just one because the service at both are excellent from the minute you arrive. Friendly faces, beautiful local products, knowledgeable staff, and a warm cup of tea!
Describe yourself in one word.
Compassionate.
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
I would likely head back to the Gold Coast in Australia. I love sandy beaches and warm turquoise water.
What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
Hiking in Kenna Cartwright Park, meeting clients and friends at local coffee shops and restaurants and spending time at the beach.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Joining an amazing group of women to sell real estate with when I moved to Kamloops.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Before moving to Kamloops, my grandmother lived here and we spent a lot of time at Blazers games, swimming at Heffley Lake and at our cabin at Sun Peaks.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Previously I volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House and Big Brothers Big Sisters Kamloops. Right now, I contribute a portion of every sale to Easter Seals to send a kid to camp each summer in British Columbia.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
That people would be more caring and compassionate towards one another.
Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
Sunsets on one of the many trails overlooking Kamloops at Kenna Cartwright Park.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
I would love to see an outdoor skating rink at Riverside Park, more wineries and breweries as well as additional shopping!
What do you think makes Kamloops great?
The family-friendly community that we are. People are friendly, supportive and are always there to lend a helping hand.
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. To spend a week sailing through the Gulf Islands
2. To travel to Italy to enjoy the beautiful countryside, food and wine
3. To own a lakefront property in the Okanagan
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I try to read one book each week.
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Facebook and Instagram.
What is the name of your business/organization?
I am a real estate agent with the Kirsten Mason Team at Century 21.
Why did you get into/start this business?
I always knew I wanted to be in a profession where work didn’t feel like work. I knew that I loved being around and interacting with people. I’ve always had a passion for real estate, I had a background in marketing and I wanted to create my own schedule.
What is the goal of your business?
To help as many individuals achieve their dream of home ownership as possible. It’s very rewarding to be able to assist people with the biggest purchase of their lives. I love being able to help people find the perfect house to make their home.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
My biggest struggle is maintaining a healthy work-life balance. To me, it’s very important to have both a successful career and a happy home life with my family. These are non-negotiable so I have to be efficient and organized with my time.
What do you always find yourself saying?
I often find myself telling friends and clients that everything happens the way that it’s meant to and everything has a way of falling in to place at the right time.
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
My best piece of life advice would be to focus on yourself and never compare yourself to others. Do you. Push your limits, prove yourself wrong and show yourself what you are capable of. Create a life that you are proud of.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Reese Witherspoon. She is someone that I truly admire. She is ambitious, hardworking and has a family, not to mention that she has recently started a book club called Hello Sunshine so I feel that we would discuss books for the majority of the day as I love to read!
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
It’s a great feeling knowing that our hard earned dollars are going towards members of our community. This then allows their families to be more active and involved in Kamloops and to me, this is what creates the great sense of community that we have!
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Receiving my university degree from UBC.
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Travis Colman. He and his family are wonderful friends of mine and Travis is an extremely knowledgeable mortgage broker that will assist you every step of the way.
My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Travis Colman, Mortgage Broker at Colman & Associates.
Some general comments I would like to share are:
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, thinking that you may want to own investment properties or you are looking to downsize, I would love to help you make your dream of homeownership a reality!
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