What was your most interesting job before going into real estate?
Catering and conventions manager at Caesars Palace

Where did you grow up?
Suburbs of Chicago

Growing up, what did you want to be?
Meteorologist

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Cook, take a spin class or treat myself to a massage.

If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Anthony Bourdain. He’s seen it all and eaten it all.

What is Phoenix’s best-kept secret?
Roosevelt Row — is it still a secret?

What do you love most about the industry?
Giving people the keys to their new property. It is the biggest purchase of their lives and it changes their lives forever.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents?
I care A LOT. I give individualized service to each of my clients and see them as people and friends, not as business transactions.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Unresponsive agents

What’s your best advice for generating new leads?
Be your natural self.

What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?
“Reacher,” “The Bear,” “Real Housewives,” “Top Chef”

What’s your favorite meal in Phoenix?
Ham breakfast burrito with a large horchata from Los Betos

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Phoenix?
Hotel San Carlos

What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you on the job?
Active house on the market with lockbox that was already closed and moved into. Walked right in on the homeowners!

What’s one thing people are surprised to learn about you?
I went to law school but hated it and ultimately graduated with a Masters in Legal Administration.

What is your favorite vacation spot and why?
Puerto Vallarta. Great people, great weather, great food and direct flights.

What is your favorite city after Phoenix?
Chicago and Montreal

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Stand your ground and fight for your clients.

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app?
Canva

Who are your favorite people to follow on social media?
Brené Brown, The Broke Agent, AZFoodie, Arizona Highways

What are your social media handles?
Instagram: @AmyBSellsAZ, @copper_state_collective