What do I need to know if I’m moving to New York City? What is it like to work in Real Estate in one of the largest cities in the world? Alum John Contrubis posted to @PennCareerDay on Twitter, Tuesday April 10th to answer these questions. During the week of April 9th we focused on resources to help you prepare for moving to a new city, whether it’s just for a summer internship or relocating for your career. John has experience in the law and real estate industry, so brings a unique perspective to this subject. To learn more about John, read his bio below and read his posts from April 10th on our Storify account!
John graduated from Penn in 1988 with a BA in International Relations then, like so many others, attended law school. His career began as an attorney for Congress, but later took several turns as he pursued other interests. John’s work went from representing Members of Congress to negotiating contracts on behalf of TV, film and news writers to creating an online market place for filmmakers. He continued in the entertainment business by producing an educational TV series for NYC. Later, he became involved in business development in the legal services industry and a start up business. His lifelong interest in real estate took him on a different path where he is now pursuing a passion in an industry that flows through his blood going as far back as his great grandfather in Sparta, Greece.
As an Associate Real Estate Broker, John works on both commercial and residential real estate transactions. He primarily works on the sales side, but continues to handle rentals through personal referrals. His work day varies, but often includes networking, searching for property, finding leads, learning current inventory and incorporating real estate into all aspects of his life.
