Today we chatted with Sohail, Director of Strategic Operations at the Baz Group of Companies, to learn about his unique role and how he collaborates with other team members to ensure the company is achieving its objectives. We also heard about how Sohail stays updated and knowledgeable about the evolving trends in multi-family real estate.

Hi Sohail! Talk to us about your role and your team. What are you responsible for and how do you collaborate with other teams? What do you enjoy most about your role?

I work as a Director of Strategic Operations at the Baz Group of Companies and collaborate with various teams across different divisions to achieve the company's planned objectives. Collaboration is an essential element for driving the success of our initiatives and aligning them with the overall goals of the company. Through observation and discussions, we uncover opportunities to make processes more efficient. Given the diverse spectrum of tasks, I often partner with other talented colleagues at Baz to discover synergies and cost savings that could be applied to the portfolio properties. We actively engage with other teams and solicit their input to help us drive positive outcomes. 

We believe in working as a team and rely on each other's expertise to drive results. Working with such passionate team members brings out the very best in me. I like approaching every problem with a positive can-do attitude. The new challenges we face every day keep me motivated to come to work.  

Can you share a memorable achievement?

Passing the CFA exams and becoming a charterholder has been one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys in my life. Coming from an engineering background, CFA has been a significant milestone that helped reaffirm values of discipline and dedication. The yearslong journey of self-improvement and professional development has provided me with a sense of validation of my academic and professional abilities and fostered an attitude of continuous learning. It opened up new opportunities for career advancement, credibility in the industry, and networking opportunities that helped shape my investment philosophy.  

How do you stay updated and knowledgeable about the evolving trends in multi-family real estate? 

I talk to industry peers daily and discuss investment opportunities and trends in the different markets we operate in. I also follow news publications such as Wall Street Journal to keep myself informed on the economy, market expectations, and investor sentiment. Being a CFA charterholder, I leverage the available resources and research material to update my knowledge and skillset. Furthermore, I get my daily dose of financial insights over dinner through my conversations with my wife, who is a commercial banker.