What does professional growth really look like in commercial real estate?
It’s not always a straight climb. Sometimes it starts at the front desk. Sometimes it spans 17 years of national portfolio work. But no matter the path, what matters most is the platform behind it. At SVN®, growth is more than a buzzword. It’s baked into the culture — something professionals at every level feel in the day-to-day. Just ask Amber Bostwick and Tony Yousif.
Amber Bostwick: From Entry-Level to Executive
When Amber joined SVN | Miller Commercial Real Estate in Salisbury, Maryland, she didn’t have a background in CRE. She wasn’t even sure it would be a long-term move. But the culture at SVN offered something she hadn’t seen before: access, mentorship, and people who believed in her potential.
“I had no experience in commercial real estate or property management,” Amber says. “But over the past 11 years, I’ve earned certifications, grown my skill set, and built a career I’m proud of.”
Amber’s early roles exposed her to parts of the business she hadn’t expected to access. With exposure to the full business and the backing of a collaborative network, Amber rose through the ranks and now serves as Director of Operations. “In my last career, there wasn’t a lot of room for growth,” she explains. “But at SVN, I saw opportunities I never would have imagined before. Now, I have my sights set on becoming a Managing Director someday.”
Tony Yousif: Scaling Nationally with the Right Support
On the other side of the country, Tony Yousif was building a different kind of career — one rooted in national portfolio management and cross-market collaboration. He joined SVN nearly two decades ago and never looked back.
“These aren’t just coworkers. They’re friends. I get to work with 90% of our offices across the country. That’s why I’ve stayed so long.”
For Tony, SVN’s model makes national work possible. Through deep collaboration across offices, he delivers results for clients in multiple markets — all while strengthening his own network.
“Without my SVN colleagues, I’d be out of business,” he says. “I tell people I’m like the conductor of an orchestra – the musicians are my colleagues in markets all over the country. Without them, there’s no way I could deliver for my clients.”
A Network That Lifts as It Grows
What both Amber and Tony experienced is at the core of the SVN Difference: a growth platform built on collaboration, not competition. Whether it’s Amber helping set up operations for other offices, or Tony co-executing national assignments with multiple teams, the culture is consistent — everyone wins when we grow together.
“I’ve had people from other offices train me, coach me, and now I get to give that support back,” says Amber.
“We’ve executed assignments with three SVN offices working together. That kind of collaboration helps us win — and helps us retain the right people,” adds Tony.
The SVN Difference: Real Culture. Real Results.
What sets SVN apart isn’t red tape or prestige — it’s people. The culture prioritizes trust and teamwork in an industry that doesn’t always operate that way.
Tony has seen both sides of the industry and agrees that it’s this cultural foundation that gives them a competitive edge: “The big firms have red tape and sharp elbows. But at SVN, people want to help. That kind of collaboration is rare in this industry, and it makes a real difference – for our clients and our teams.”
“SVN isn’t just a company or a brand — it’s a network of professionals who want to see you win,” adds Amber.
Looking Ahead
For Amber and Tony, SVN has been more than a stepping stone – it has been a true launchpad. Amber continues to grow in her leadership role while mentoring the next generation of operations professionals. Tony is expanding his reach nationally, building partnerships that drive real value. Both are examples of what’s possible in the right environment.
“I feel proud every time I get to collaborate on a deal, support another office, or just help someone grow,” Amber says. “Those moments add up – they’re what makes this network special.”
Tony puts it simply: “People with high integrity want to work here. It makes recruiting easier, retention stronger, and the work more meaningful.”
Ready to grow your career with a network that invests in your success? Explore what’s next at svn.com/careers.
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About SVN®
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