Mike Nematpour is a Realtor with Co/Max Holding & Realty Co. working in Houston.

What was your first job in the realty industry? Commercial real estate, sales, lease, management, investor, and joint venture developer.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? Keeping busy with the ranch.

Where did you grow up? Iran

Growing up, what did you want to be? An engineer

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be? Ted Turner

Where is your favorite place to hang out? Outdoors

What do you love most about the industry? The flexibility of being your own boss.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? I see mostly investment opportunities.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job? The organization

Where do you go to network and meet new clients? LinkedIn

What has been your greatest accomplishment? I’ve pioneered many new online ideas in real estate.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? Lincoln

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Houston? Transco Tower

What kind of car do you drive? Hummer

Smartphone or paper? Smartphone

What is your favorite city after Houston? San Fransisco