EMBA Class Advisors

Pearl Quintana

Professional Experience

Pearl Quintana brings more than 14 years of business experience in real estate and asset management. Her areas of expertise include property management, lease negotiations, operations, project management, marketing, sales, financial and construction management. Quintana has extensive experience managing the day-to-day operations of large diverse portfolios which include commercial, residential and industrial properties. Her portfolio included major anchor tenants such as Bally Total Fitness, Starbucks, Quiznos, 7-Eleven & Carl's Jr.

Quintana has worked on many pivotal projects such as the development and construction of Colorado Commons in Monrovia, Calif. and the renovation of the Xerox building currently occupied by Northrop Grumman in El Segundo, Calif. She previously worked for Kaufman Commercial Group as vice president and was responsible for the operations and management of a commercial portfolio. Quintana has a solid track record in planning, coaching and development. She is currently the regional director for the Presidents and Key Executives MBA program at Pepperdine University.

During her free time, Quintana is dedicated to a healthy lifestyle by exercising and daily meditation. She enjoys cooking, traveling and spending time with her family. She has two daughters and is actively involved with their school activities and sports.

Education

• MBA, Pepperdine University, Graziadio Business School – EMBA 83S
• CMC, University of California, Los Angeles
• BS, California State University, Los Angeles
• Notary Public, commission expires 10/19/2016

Summary

Quintana's business experience proves invaluable as she maintains strong and successful relationships. As a leader, mentor and coach, she ensures that her students will receive current and relevant information that is directly applicable in all areas of business management.