A Powerhouse Panel of Three Local Women - Reshaping the Future of San Diego Real

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Get ready for an unforgettable evening as NSDREI presents a powerhouse panel of three trailblazing women who are transforming the landscape of San Diego real estate. From flipping thousands of homes
to leading $500M equity funds and pioneering creative finance strategies, Melissa Meza, Sarah Picha, and Emily Jones are breaking barriers, challenging norms, and creating real impact in one of the nation’s most competitive markets. They’ll share hard-earned lessons, bold strategies, and the mindset behind their success—from deal-making in a male-dominated industry to balancing growth with purpose.
This is the must-attend event of the summer for anyone serious about real estate in San Diego. Whether you're just getting started or scaling your portfolio, you’ll walk away with insider knowledge, actionable tools, and inspiration to fuel your next big move. Seats will fill fast—mark your calendar, bring a friend, and don’t miss this chance to learn from three extraordinary women who are redefining what’s possible in real estate, private equity, and development.

Topics will include:

• Navigating challenges and breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry
• How women are reshaping leadership roles in real estate and private equity
• Strategies on flipping, rentals, development, and more
• Lessons learned from over a thousand deals: the wins and mistakes
• Balancing real estate success with family, life, and personal growth
• Navigating the San Diego housing market: where to find opportunity
• How to acquire real estate and businesses using creative finance strategies

About the Speakers:
Melissa Meza, President & CEO, CARE Property Advisors has flipped over 5,000 homes and deployed over $1 billion in real estate capital. Melissa began her career learning fix-and-flip firsthand—door-knocking tough San Diego neighborhoods and managing multi-state rental
portfolios. Now known for ethical leadership and bold vision, Melissa leads several purpose-aligned ventures and is at the forefront of using real estate as a tool for long-term impact.
Sarah Picha, Real Estate Strategist & Acquisitions Consultant, specializes in creative finance and structuring innovative deals to solve complex real estate challenges. With 40+ high-end flips and multifamily developments under her belt, she helps agents revive “dead” leads and
unlock wealth-building opportunities through non-traditional approaches, turning today's market headwinds into deal-making tailwinds.
Emily Jones, Residential Developer & Market Analyst, transitioned from traditional real estate to development, where she’s led the acquisition of over 60 properties in just two years. Known for her strategic market research and personable approach, she crafts develoment projects that respond to San Diego's evolving housing needs with precision and heart.

DATE: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
TIME: 6 p.m. Networking, 7 p.m. Meeting Begins
PLACE: Shadowridge Golf Club, Vista, CA