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Community Highlights: Meet MaryAnne Rodriguez of Root Realty

Today we’d like to introduce you to MaryAnne Rodriguez. They and their team shared their story with us below:

MaryAnne Rodriguez

MaryAnne Rodriguez, a trailblazing entrepreneur and the visionary force behind Root Realty, has left an indelible mark on the real estate industry since she founded the company in 2016. Born and raised in humble beginnings, MaryAnne’s journey to success is a testament to her resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment to creating a space where women can thrive. Hailing from a background with her brothers and a single mother, MaryAnne understands the challenges of women doing it all. Raised by her mother, she witnessed the strength and determination required to make ends meet. Inspired by her mother’s resilience, MaryAnne developed a profound sense of responsibility and ambition early on.

MaryAnne’s journey took an unexpected turn when she entered the education world, driven by a passion for empowering young minds. Despite her dedication to teaching, she felt a calling to forge a new path that would challenge societal norms and provide opportunities for women to excel in an industry traditionally dominated by men. Leaving behind the security of the education sector, MaryAnne embarked on a journey to revolutionize real estate. In 2016, she founded Root Realty, an all-women real estate company, with a bold vision of creating an environment where women could thrive, lead, and shape the industry’s future.

MaryAnne’s entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with her firsthand experience of navigating the challenges faced by single mothers, fueled her commitment to building a supportive and empowering workplace. Root Realty became a beacon for women seeking a career in real estate, offering not only professional opportunities but also a nurturing community that understands and celebrates the unique strengths of women in the field. Beyond her role as a business leader, MaryAnne is a champion for diversity and inclusivity. Under her guidance, Root Realty has become more than a real estate company—it’s a community that uplifts and supports each member to reach their fullest potential through numerous community events and its commitment to ending homelessness.

MaryAnne Rodriguez’s story is about resilience, determination, and the power of womanhood. Through Root Realty, she has created a successful business and a legacy that empowers women to break barriers and build their paths to success in real estate. Her journey as a wife and mother working multiple jobs to the founder of a groundbreaking all-women real estate company inspires aspiring entrepreneurs and is a testament to the transformative impact of unwavering commitment and vision.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No. Changing market, interest rates, COVID, balancing motherhood and business ownership

Thanks for sharing that. Please tell us more about your business.
Community-inspired, committed to serving, helping all achieve homeownership

Risk-taking is a topic that people have widely differing views on – we’d love to hear your thoughts.
Opening a boutique brokerage in a large city already dominated and saturated by real estate companies and just doing it.

Contact Info:

  • Website: rootrealtyjax.com
  • Instagram: maryannedoesitall
  • Facebook: maryannerodriguez

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Kelly Martucci

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