Richard Nolan launched his real estate career as a teenager in Orange County, tapping into burgeoning social media to build his business.
Alexis Ortega: 40 Under Forty 2018
Director of Community Engagement, LGBT Community Center of the Desert.
Alexis Ortega is working to create an accepting environment valleywide through community outreach and events.
Richard Read: 40 Under Forty 2018
Owner, Richard Read Interiors
Richard Read grew up a “loner introvert” who focused on creative pursuits, and now he’s passionate about giving back through the arts.
Catherine Robinson: 40 Under Forty 2018
Business Development, First American Title.
Catherine Robinson worked in a family business, ad agencies, and Leadership Coachella Valley before landing at First American Title.
Robert Sabo: 40 Under Forty 2018
Operations Manager, Desert Moving Company and Storage.
Robert Sabo’s role at Desert Moving includes building relationships in the local real estate community and upgrading the firm’s technology.
Steven Shields: 40 Under Forty 2018
Owner, Shields Residential Incorporated.
Steven Shields, a homebuilder, wanted to set up shop in Orange County, but he kept receiving referrals in the Coachella Valley.
Christine Soto: 40 Under Forty 2018
Co-owner, Dead or Alive.
Soon after returning to her native Palm Springs, Christine Soto thought, “I’m going to open a bar” — and saw her idea to fruition.
Jamie Steinberg: 40 Under Forty 2018
President, Mint Modern Marketing
After watching the marketing industry evolve during the internet age, Jamie Steinberg knew she had found her niche in the digital realm.
Michael Verbitski: 40 Under Forty 2018
Director of Patient Access, JFK Memorial Hospital.
A former college football player, Michael Verbitski started his healthcare career in pediatric home care, transferring to the desert.
Mike Weibel: 40 Under Forty 2018
General Manager, Desert European Motorcars.
It’s no surprise Mike Weibel works in the car business: His father’s in the industry, and he grew up with a passion for automobiles.