Jacob Sudhoff if the CEO of Sudhoff Companies.

What was your first job in the realty industry? Luxury residential resales

Where did you grow up? Corpus Christi

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? Travel

Growing up, what did you want to be? An international businessman

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? Warren Buffet. From his investment savvy to his philanthropic endeavors, I can’t think of a more fascinating living person to ask questions and seek advice from.

Where is your favorite place to hang out? At home

What do you love most about the industry? The people

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? A unique to market business model

What is the most difficult aspect of your job? Being a good manager

Where do you go to network and meet new clients? Existing clients are my best source of new clients.

What has been your greatest accomplishment? Being able to create my own definition of success that blends work and family

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? “The Big Short”

What is your favorite restaurant? Armando’s

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Houston? Downtown’s Bank of America Center, designed by Philip Johnson

What kind of car do you drive? A Mercedes

Smartphone or paper? Smartphone

What is your favorite city after Houston? Miami

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Find a mentor and work hard

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? StreetEasy