The Tribune

A Bahamian real estate company has expanded its international services with the appointment of multi-linguist Bobby Chen to its sales team.

Mike Lightbourn, Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty's president, said Mr Chen was fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Spanish.

"We are pleased to have the services of this young Bahamian go-getter, especially given the global nature of business today. Bobby has a solid network of contacts, both locally and internationally, and is perfectly suited for the job," he added.

Mr Chen graduated summa cum laude from Purdue University in accounting, finance and business management.

He started his career in US tax advisory with EY (Ernst & Young), one of the 'Big four' firms in professional services, developing a strong base of international corporate clients though his professional services.

After a few years in the US financial sector, Mr Chen returned home, launching his real estate career as a business developer with one of the largest real estate development projects in the Bahamas.

He was exposed to various real estate transactions, including commercial real estate acquisition, lease obligations, strategic planning, transaction management, financial structuring and asset reposition and dispositions.

Mr Chen then obtained a Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) license under Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty.

He trades equity and cryptocurrency in his spare time, and is a tennis and vintage watch enthusiast and fitness lover.