Senior Executive Vice President, Managing Director of Sales, Upper East Side
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Itzy Garay's energy, enthusiasm, and spirit is evident in every aspect of her work as she operates under the guiding principle that "if you believe in yourself, you can achieve anything you put your mind to." Itzy loves working closely with agents to motivate them, problem-solve, and help them excel in their careers.
Itzy Garay's dynamic energy, enthusiasm, and unwavering spirit drive her success as a highly respected leader in the real estate industry. She operates under the core belief that “if you believe in yourself, you can achieve anything you set your mind to,” a principle that resonates throughout her career. Itzy's passion for working closely with agents to inspire, problem-solve, and help them excel has made her an invaluable mentor and leader in the field.
In recognition of her outstanding contributions, Itzy was named a 2024 “Real Estate Newsmaker” by RISMedia and was honored as a “Power Woman of Brooklyn” by Schneps Media in 2022. With over 20 years of extensive management, sales, and leadership experience, Itzy joined Brown Harris Stevens (formerly Halstead) in 2017 as the Executive Director of Sales for the prestigious Park Avenue office. In this role, she oversees day-to-day operations and fosters a culture of growth and excellence, consistently delivering exceptional results through mentorship and strategic leadership.
A proud resident of New York City for nearly 27 years, Itzy has lived in various neighborhoods across NYC, including the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Murray Hill, Hell's Kitchen, Tribeca, and Brooklyn. She currently resides in Ditmas Park with her husband,son, and their beloved dog.
Beyond her professional achievements, Itzy is deeply passionate about travel, aiming to visit all seven continents. She is equally dedicated to philanthropy, supporting causes such as St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Known for her personal commitment to making a difference, she regularly donates her hair to organizations like Locks of Love. As a co-founder of Helping Hands at Brown Harris Stevens—a philanthropic initiative launched with fellow Executives Sara Rotter and Steve Klym—Itzy has been instrumental in organizing events that support communities in need, including a notable partnership with New York Cares that has collected over 25,000 coats.
Itzy Garay exemplifies leadership through service, community involvement, and an unwavering commitment to empowering those around her.
Itzy is fluent in Spanish.
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