Helen Di Giulio

Well-skilled and versatile business professional with more than 25 years of experience across disciplines in real estate, residential, commercial property, leasing, retail, international fashion, sales, client relations, and event coordination. Proven ability to understand and acknowledge client needs and have developed practical and result-driven solutions. Recognized for strong negotiation, leadership, relationship management, and problem-solving skills.

Experienced in working with corporations, entrepreneurs, landlords, and diverse clientele, as well as coordinating complex projects and high-profile events. International business experience includes working directly with leading Italian fashion houses and negotiating across multiple markets and languages. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, with conversational Italian.

Possesses a strong commitment to professionalism, accountability, continuous learning, and delivering exceptional client and business outcomes.

Licensed Real Estate Agent - Sutton Group Realty Inc./ Gates Real Estate Brokerage/ Alpha Omega Realty Brokerage

(2004 - 2025)

• Developed client lists with strategic goals, having comparable property list
• Implemented timelines for each client, conducting a proper market analysis
• Involved in both residential and commercial sales and purchases
• Advised clients on market trends
• Negotiated and firmed agreements with clients
• Referred clients to trusted professionals (lawyers, mortgage representatives, etc.) to aid in closing deals
• Researched and identified offers to help clients make a well-informed decision
• Experienced in real estate documentation
• Built trust with clients and ensured they were satisfied and confident in their decision to purchase/sell/rent properties
• Worked with big corporations, small business owners, and many landlords
• Teamed up with Avis-Young Co. for numerous deals
• Understands the needs of clients and meeting their expectations
• Managed a single commercial property, which grew to 50 separate units
• Optimized critical thinking to present effective solutions
• Established strong relations with clients to conduct future business and deals

Licensed Leasing Agent and Property Management - Clairhaven Inc.

(2017 - 2021-12)

• Served as the primary leasing agent for a landlord portfolio of up to 50 units, supporting properties with tenants across a variety of businesses
• Helped the landlord with the tenant screening process, making sure the potential tenants pass the credit check with a legitimate bank and business certificate
• Maintained a high occupancy rate by actively marketing available units, coordinating leasing activities, and ensuring vacancies are filled promptly
• Managed the full lease lifecycle, including new leases, renewals, updates, and negotiations
• Negotiated lease terms that balanced the landlord's objectives with competitive market conditions and mutually satisfactory terms for tenants
• Monitored lease expirations and proactively managed renewals to support strong tenant retention and consistent rental income
• Worked with tenants to establish and maintain rental terms aligned with current market values while addressing landlord requirements
• Served as the primary point of contact for tenant concerns, responding promptly to help identify what needs to be brought to the landlord's attention

Retail Buyer - Gianfranco Ferre and Dolce e Gabbana, Milan, Italy - Milan, Italy

(1995-08 - 1997-01)

• Coordinated and executed meetings between fashion houses and distributors across multiple countries
• Attended meetings with prepared quotas and exclusivity rights with integrated legal documentation
• Negotiated with international partners in Milan, worked across multiple languages, including Mandarin, Italian, and English
• Created and implemented marketing strategies that needed approval from the Milan head office
• Understanding the market and the demands of each age group
• Mapping out seasonal inventory, handling quotas and exclusivity agreements
• Researched different product details to gain ample background knowledge of fashion trends and materials
• developed marketing and inventory strategies. Planned product placement and knowing when to release new fashion lines

Counselor and Event Coordinator - Toronto Church of Christ

(1993 - 2003)

• Worked with youths, adults, couples
• Counselled people regarding issues such as drug abuse, abortion, depression, mental health conflicts, marriage, dating, school, career, and family
• Earning trust by spending time and understanding their unique situations
• Sat on the Board of Directors responsible for an event at the Metro Convention Centre which hosted 5000+ attendees
• Organized events that included entertainment, hotels/accomodations, catering, venue personnel, ushers, and coordination of speakers
• Excellence in attention to detail and meeting timelines
• Outstanding accountability
• Required extensive teamwork with colleagues of different nationalities, and cultures
• Able to adapt quickly and make fast decisions in a high-paced environment
• The position required a high degree of discipline, patience, and openness to learning from others
• Being solution oriented with a positive attitude

Coordinator - Hope Worldwide

(1993 - 2003)

• Organized fundraisers
• Helped food banks distribute/package food
• Organized inventory into approprate sections for easy access
• Registered people who qualified for the local food bank
• Assembled care packages based on peoples needs
• Maintained positive attitude throughout process to keep the working environment in good spirit
• Kept a clear mind and always solution oriented

B.A.S. - Sociology - University of Toronto (1991 - 1995)

Physics - University of Hawaii (1992-05 - 1992-08)