SAN FRANCISCO – (Sept. 25, 2007) – Michelle Mariano has traded in her passion for property management, fitness training and fine-art sales for a career as a Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate agent. The former property manager in Turks & Caicos Islands, personal trainer and arts consultant-turned-REALTOR® recently earned her license and joined the dynamic team at Pacific Union’s South Beach office at the Embarcadero. Mariano is now in training, attending office meetings, learning procedures and benefiting from the extensive mentoring programs the firm offers to new agents.“I am very excited to be part of the Pacific Union organization,” Mariano said. “I am so attracted to the South Beach and SOMA area; it’s an exciting place to be and to be starting my new career. My focus will be on providing excellent service, coaching and value to all clients. I will work on their behalf and my efforts will be in their best interest.”With an educational and professional background in the fine arts, culture, and fitness, Mariano brings an eye for design and architecture to her new role. She was previously a fine-arts consultant and a property manager from 1996-2002 in luxury residential and vacation properties. Mariano earned her Bachelor of Arts degree at George Washington University in art history and fine art, and attended extended-education courses at Georgetown University, both located in Washington, D.C.Getting started in real estate is all about building relationships with clients, and Mariano is eager to begin prospecting, spending time on the phone, sending direct-mail postcards, and networking. “I have a talent for being quite personal, while still maintaining a professional balance with clients,” she said.“Michelle’s enthusiasm and experience are a nice fit for our office,” said Christine Jacobson, vice president and branch manager of the South Beach office. “I look forward to seeing her excel as a real-estate professional.”Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate – South BeachLive. Work. Play. Invest. Pacific Union South Beach is uniquely located along the scenic Embarcadero at the foot of Bryant Street and reflects the diverse, modern, urban lifestyle of the changing area. Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate has been thoughtfully matching generations of buyers and sellers in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1975. As a leading, locally managed real estate company with knowledgeable, experienced real-estate professionals, Pacific Union focuses on a global vision, using technology and superior service to deliver a quality experience to all types of clients. Pacific Union is a member of Christie’s luxury real estate network and is a GMAC Home Services company. For information, call 415.247.6600 or visit www.pacunion.com/southbeach.