In this special Veterans Day episode, Lauren Martin, Senior Account Director at rental software company RentSpree, talks to Melanie Barker, a successful real estate professional and US Navy veteran. Melanie, who was a quartermaster handling the ship's navigational duties during her service, was deployed twice to the Middle East. During the conversation she shares her experiences in diverse cultures, facing challenges that ranged from seasickness to dealing with sexual harassment, and about empathy and understanding of common human aspirations. Melanie talks about her love for service and how that translated into her professional life after her time in the military and her desire to have a positive impact in her community through real estate. Melanie also noted her upcoming role as the President of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, reflecting her commitment to leadership and service within the industry.
