DD Web • June 29, 2017
Millennial, Minority, Title Company Owner: Meet Our CEO!
From the beginning, Novation Title Company was always about more than paper-pushing. It was founded upon and created for a specific purpose: to help people accomplish their goals and achieve their dreams. The company itself is the fulfillment of a dream — that of our owner and CEO Nuria Rivera.
Recently, Nuria was featured on the cover of Mortgage Women Magazine and interviewed to discuss her role not only as a title company owner, but also as a minority and a millennial. Moving with her family to the United States from Mexico at 11 years old, Nuria persevered through many obstacles and challenges that came with assimilating into a new culture on limited funds. The American Dream within her reach, she used those challenges to fuel her ambition to become the successful business owner (and awesome boss) she is today!
A few highlights from the interview:
What made you decide to go out on your own?
“I had this big dream, and then I just felt I really wanted to create something in this world, and so that’s what made me want to launch. I finally had the guts to do it, and it’s been the best thing that I’ve ever done so far.”
What do you feel is most rewarding about having started your own business?
“I want to be empowering and an inspiration to other people, helping them learn what I’ve learned and share information to help them reach that dream and impact their life. That is why I wake up every morning…That’s the deeper meaning and real purpose behind it all.”
Can you share what some of your greatest challenges have been and how you have overcome challenges as a young female in the industry?
“One of my challenges has been finding a good balance between finding good talent and the talent that aligns with our purpose and vision. So although it’s taking me a little longer to build, I’m realizing that finding that balance is what’s more important in the long run.”
Are there other things about managing millennials that are specific to the generation or just as a whole that you’ve found to be helpful?
“There’s a lot of misconceptions. We just want there to be a meaning and a purpose behind [what we do]. We crave authenticity and [desire] flexibility…We want to live our lives now and we really want to enjoy life now, not 20 years from now.”
What piece of advice would you give to young women in the industry?
“I’ve had a coach ever since five or six years ago and recommend that highly to others. Secondly, be yourself. That’s something I would tell everybody. You, yourself, are able to accomplish whatever you want, so dream big.”
(For the full interview, click here.)
What’s next? Nuria plans to take Novation Title Insurance worldwide, expanding into California within the next year. A true American Dream story (if you ask us).
Congrats Boss!
At Novation Title, we take immense pride in being recognized on the 2024 Top Latino-Owned Business List ! As a Latino-owned company, we are passionate about empowering our community through homeownership—one of the fastest ways for Latinos to build generational wealth in America. Why Hispanic Homeownership Matters Homeownership is more than just buying property; it's about creating stability, financial security, and opportunities for future generations. We believe in providing the resources and education needed to help our Latino community navigate the path to homeownership with confidence. Educating & Supporting Latino Homebuyers Our team uses key insights from the NAHREP (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals) reports to share real data on Latino homeownership growth and opportunities. We know that numbers don’t lie , and we want to ensure that every aspiring homeowner and entrepreneur has access to the right information. Advice for Latino Entrepreneurs For those looking to start a business in the title and real estate industry, our advice is simple: educate yourself and lean on data. By understanding the numbers and trends, you can position yourself for long-term success. Thank you to our community and partners for trusting Novation Title. Together, we continue to break barriers and build wealth through homeownership!
At Novation Title, we take immense pride in being recognized on the 2024 Top Latino-Owned Business List ! As a Latino-owned company, we are passionate about empowering our community through homeownership—one of the fastest ways for Latinos to build generational wealth in America. Why Hispanic Homeownership Matters Homeownership is more than just buying property; it's about creating stability, financial security, and opportunities for future generations. We believe in providing the resources and education needed to help our Latino community navigate the path to homeownership with confidence. Educating & Supporting Latino Homebuyers Our team uses key insights from the NAHREP (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals) reports to share real data on Latino homeownership growth and opportunities. We know that numbers don’t lie , and we want to ensure that every aspiring homeowner and entrepreneur has access to the right information. Advice for Latino Entrepreneurs For those looking to start a business in the title and real estate industry, our advice is simple: educate yourself and lean on data. By understanding the numbers and trends, you can position yourself for long-term success. Thank you to our community and partners for trusting Novation Title. Together, we continue to break barriers and build wealth through homeownership!
Welcome, 2020! We made it through the first week of the New Year and are already excited for what’s to come in this brand new decade. Anything can happen, and we have so much to create! Whether you’re a fan of long-term resolutions or prefer setting smaller, short-term goals, it feels good to start the year off with a desire to change for the better. If you know us, you know our approach at Novation Title has always been goal-centric, not only within our business but in our personal lives and out in the community. In today’s world where we are constantly connected (and distracted), it’s no wonder that we increasingly find ourselves overwhelmed mentally and physically drained. Often, the issues in everyday life are the ones that prevent us from enjoying the very same everyday life! How can we balance this out? We believe we can do better. That is why we are introducing meditation into our workspace. While meditation has been practiced for over 5,000 years, it is increasingly becoming a necessary way for us to unplug from the modern world. But what, exactly, is it? Meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique — such as mindfulness — to train attention and thoughts. Mindfulness is awareness, it is a state of peace. It is being in the present moment, intentional and serene. It is the process of being aware of your thoughts while also disconnecting from them so you can connect within. Connecting within is the highest form of intelligence and results in proven mental, emotional and spiritual health benefits. Here are just a few science-based benefits of meditation: Reduces blood pressure Increases serotonin production that improves mood and behavior Improves immune system Increase in energy levels Lessens stress and anxiety Increases happiness and creativity Clarity and peace of mind Increased memory retention and recall Enhances self-awareness and self-acceptance Each one of us, regardless of gender, age or other factors, undergo daily stress and tension at some level or the other. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce #NovationMeditation into our business and we encourage others to join us this year. We can ALL benefit from improved mental and physical health in 2020. Who’s with us?!
