Elena is a commercial real estate advisor specializing in retail and industrial properties. She brings a unique perspective to the field, drawing from her background in multi-family investing, residential real estate sales, and high-level negotiation experience managing global project budgets.
Elena is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Research from Campbell University. Before transitioning into real estate, she spent over two decades in the pharmaceutical industry, leading and managing global clinical trials across more than 30 countries. Her expertise spanned Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Mental Health, and Internal Medicine—demonstrating a lifelong commitment to impactful work and strategic leadership.
Elena resides in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, with her three young children. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys meditation, exploring personal development and psychology, and staying active by supporting her children in their sports and performances.