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Roman Bernardo answers questions about being recognized as a 20 In Their 20s honoree.

Roman Bernardo, 29 | 2023 20 In Their 20s

Roman Bernardo answers questions about being recognized as a 20 In Their 20s honoree.

Senior Associate | CBRE

What are you most proud of in your career thus far?

I flourish in the creativity that navigating a deal requires. I did not enter the commercial real estate industry during a booming market. It requires me to stretch myself daily, whether that be financially or strategically. There is a particular sophistication in the office market, both in clientele and product. I absolutely love the people component.

What is the most fulfilling part of the work you do?

In short, building relationships. People are the center of our profession, and there is nothing more fulfilling than collaborating with like-minded individuals focused on a common goal.

What advice do you have for other young professionals?

Find the balance between opportunity and patience. Success is abundant, but it doesn’t mean everything happens exactly when you want it to. It requires instinct and the willingness to be coachable. Find opportunities and trust your personal process to take action.

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Mekenna is the editor of Utah Business magazine and a graduate of the print journalism program at Utah State University. She has written about business, music and culture for publications like Business Insider, Time Out, SLUG Magazine, Visit Salt Lake and the Standard-Examiner. She loves hiking, thrifting, reading and going on camping trips with her partner in their 1986 Land Cruiser.