Shirley Peace Cobbins, Vice President
I chose this career path because
My dad owned his own real estate company and I worked for him, handling all of the operations of the business. I brought my knowledge and professional relationships to help establish a solid foundation and continue the tradition of service learned from my father, Sam Peace. I was one of the youngest female Principal Brokers in Memphis.
I prepared for this career by
I am a License Broker and Realtor and received a Sales Management degree from the University of Memphis.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
My biggest challenge was raising my sons as a single mother. I worked hard to provide for them and to teach them to be hard-working, successful men.
My greatest strength(s)
My greatest strengths include my ability to communicate and my marketing expertise. I am able effectively communicate with people so that they understand the services that we offer and process as a whole.
My greatest accomplishment to date
My sons are my greatest accomplishment. I am also proud to be a community leader in Memphis.
My personal/professional goals
My professional goal is to continue growing in the marketing field and getting more involved in Public and Media Relations. I also want to do more extensive networking. In addition to my professional goals, I want to continue doing my volunteering in the city and working with non-profit organizations.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I am inspired by my family, my work and the motivation I give to others, my sons, sister and brother.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I want to be remembered as a community resource volunteer, imparting my knowledge and assertiveness to help others reach their goals.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
I am a member of the Memphis Beat the Odds Foundation, April 4th Foundation, ARC Mid-South, Women Foundation of Greater Memphis and the National Civil Rights Museum.
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
I volunteer for Brooks Memorial Art Gallery and an Advisory for the Tennessee Art Commission.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I enjoy the arts, plays and workshops.