As a licensed associate broker, she listed, sold and marketed properties on Long Island, setting the foundation for her future success as a real estate brokerage owner.
GOLD COAST, NASSAU COUNTY, NY, October 02, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Grace Merrell Slezak, B.A., M.A. has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Driven by a lifelong passion for health and wellness, Grace pursued biology and premed studies at Hofstra University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts Degrees with Honors. Additional postgraduate studies at NYU lead Grace into the field of medical research which then transitioned her into the business world. After enjoying her position at the prestigious, haute couture fashion house of Maximilian, Grace was selected to be the United States Director of a world renowned, international haute couture fashion house headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. In this capacity, Grace oversaw all business and creative aspects for the division and worked directly with celebrity clients, world leaders, royalty, and president’s families.
In the following years, Grace expanded her professional knowledge, earning a New York State real estate license before starting a successful, award-winning career with Merrill Lynch and Prudential Long Island Realty. As a licensed associate broker, she listed, sold and marketed properties on Long Island, setting the foundation for her future success as a real estate brokerage owner. Backed by years of professional experience and exceptional knowledge, Grace excels as the President and Owner of Destiny International Realty, where she liaises with sellers, buyers, builder developers, architects, attorneys and more regarding high-end luxury real estate, land development, and residential and commercial transactions. Awards and memberships include an A+ accredited rating with the Better Business Bureau, Who’s Who among Business and Professional Leaders, National Association of Professional Women, Certified Real Estate Negotiator, and Power Agent, plus numerous other recognitions.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Grace is a beacon of community service. As the Chairman of the Glen Cove Board of Assessment Review, and a member of the New York State Assessors Association, Grace listens to and addresses all assessment related complaints, ensuring fairness and justice. Her contributions to City Council and Planning Board meetings, as well as to the local newspapers, including the Record Pilot, Gold Coast Gazette, the Herald, Patch, Oyster Bay Guardian, and the Locust Valley Leader demonstrate her commitment to keeping her community well informed and engaged. Grace has made innumerable contributions to society.
While her career has been filled with highlights, such as being interviewed by the finance minister of a foreign country and having been selected to work with the Prince of that nation to locate a property suitable for their needs, Grace arranged the showings for the Prince, his entourage of bodyguards, the United States Secret Service, and she as they commuted by helicopters to the selected estates. Grace obtained clearance from the local police and provided the helicopter pilots with all the coordinates for their landings. In addition, she coordinated a fleet of limousines to be stationed at each estate for the Prince to view the local area. Grace has also worked with ambassadors and other renowned dignitaries. Grace takes the most pride in the service she provides to impact the lives in a positive, meaningful way of all who come into her life. One couple who deeply appreciates the tremendous impact Grace has had on their lives, applaud her for helping them become multimillionaires through several successful real estate transactions, after coming to the United States with nothing.
Grace’s hard work, dedication, and real estate expertise have brought her far in her career, but it’s her service, compassion for others, and integrity that truly set her apart. Looking toward the future, Grace intends to remain passionate about her work and foster deep and meaningful relationships with her clients as she serves the needs and contributes to accomplishing the goals for those who come into her life.
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