Timeless Latinas | Rebecca Gallardo, Nuria Rivera, Oralia Herrera - 040

When starting a business, especially in the real estate industry, it’s helpful to hear stories and learn from others who have already done it. In this episode, I chat with three Latina leaders in real estate who share their experiences and insights into the industry. Grab your cafecito and get inspired by these remarkable ladies.

Meet the Leaders

• Rebecca Gallardo - 2008 NAHREP National President, rgallardo@interorealestate.com
• Nuria Rivera - 2023 NAHREP President and 2024 NAHREP CBOG Co-Chair, nuria@novationtitle.com
• Oralia Herrera - NAHREP President-Elect 2025, ohc21tk@gmail.com 

Leadership and Volunteerism

• Leadership and a willingness to empower others go hand in hand in the real estate industry. Networking for support can help you overcome challenges you may face as an agent. If you’re struggling to find support, consider joining organizations like NAHREP.
• Rebecca emphasizes that having genuine intentions and supporting your community lead to reciprocal benefits, while Nuria highlights the importance of consistent commitment without expecting anything in return.

Inspiring Stories and Influences

• Oralia: Credited her mother's resilience and work ethic for shaping her leadership qualities. She emphasizes empathy, strength, and optimism.
• Rebecca: Drew influence from her Latina mother and political interests from her father. She also acknowledges mentorship from Blanca Alvarado, San Jose’s first Latina city councilwoman.
• Nuria: Inspired by her family’s kindness and entrepreneurial spirit, Nuria shares how she transitioned from an employee to starting her own title company with support from NARA and programs like Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative (LBAN).

Book Recommendations

• Oralia: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell
• Nuria: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, Built to Last by Jim Collins
• Rebecca: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey, The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale

When you help another woman rise, we all shine. And that’s how we make an impact. So, let’s build each other up and shine brighter than the sun. For more great content from Teresa, connect with her on LinkedIn, join her Women Who Lead Series on Facebook, and subscribe to her YouTube channel. You can find more episodes of Women Who Lead on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere else podcasts can be found.

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