- Hernan De Ponti is the Socio and CEO of DMayo Real Estate, a company dedicated to transforming the local real estate market through exceptional client service and innovative solutions.
- With over 10 years of international experience in real estate, De Ponti has worked in countries including Argentina, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Ecuador, and Panama, making him a key industry reference.
- DMayo prides itself on A1 customer service and leverages technology to simplify processes and enhance operations.
“The decision is yours, we are your opportunity ”
That’s the tagline Hernan De Ponti, the Socio, and CEO of DMayo Real Estate, has chosen to represent his company and its mission.
With more than 10 years of experience in the real estate market, Hernan De Ponti has had the opportunity to operate in various countries, including Argentina, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay, Venezuela, Panama, and more.
These unique experiences have positioned him as one of the main references in the industry. This international exposure facilitates DMayo’s global relations and fosters excellent synergies. Alongside his partners and team, these synergies drive them towards success, enabling them to deliver timely and effective results to their clients.
DMayo Real Estate is a company that has made a significant impact in the local real estate industry, with a focus on client satisfaction. They assist their clients in buying or selling properties in significantly less time than the market average.
Mirror Review recently spoke with Hernan De Ponti, who says we pride ourselves on our A1 customer service and leverage technology to simplify processes and elevate our operations.
Mirror Review: Could you share your educational and professional journey with us? We’re particularly interested in the key roles you’ve held and the major organizations you’ve been associated with.
De Ponti: I’m originally from Argentina, but living in Peru for the past 19 years. Early in my career in Peru, I established several medicine-importing companies. I formed them, developed them, made them operational, and then sold them. In total, I transacted more than 15 companies.
Later, I ventured into the technology sector, where I did something similar with a Spanish online group purchasing company, Groupalia. I sold it three times to different economic groups while remaining as a shareholder and CEO.
An opportunity then presented itself for me to enter the real estate business. I became the country manager for Peru, Ecuador, and Panama, the primary real estate portals of these countries, under the banner of NAVENT. This role immersed me in the fascinating world of real estate for over nine years. During this time, I acquired the knowledge, contacts, and necessary experience.
However, what caught my attention was participating in real estate transactions. This led me to partner with two experienced professionals in the field, Edwing Delgado Mayo, founder of Dmayo 18 years ago, and Aref Abusabal, who joined 5 years ago to enhance the management of the commercial area. Together, today we formed Dmayo Real Estate, where I currently serve as partner and CEO.
Mirror Review: Please share the origin story of Dmayo Real Estate and the unique services it offers.
De Ponti: Dmayo Real Estate has been a part of the local market for over 18 years. It was founded by one of my partners, who has been nurturing its growth ever since. Today, we’re market leaders, offering exclusive sales and rental services for prime properties in the country. We pride ourselves on our record-breaking transaction success rates.
Mirror Review: Could you shed light on some of the company’s significant accomplishments and the driving forces behind them?
De Ponti: One of our key achievements lies in the collective experience and trajectory of the DMyo team. Beyond the partners and leaders, we have a dedicated team that turns ideas into reality. We pride ourselves on our top-tier customer service and leverage technology to simplify processes and elevate our operations.
Our greatest accomplishment, however, is the satisfaction of our clients. We assist them in buying or selling properties in significantly less time than the market average, and their satisfaction is our ultimate reward.
Mirror Review: Leading the company, could you walk us through a typical day in your role? What aspects of your role do you find most rewarding?
De Ponti: My background in the corporate world greatly aids me in establishing effective processes that yield better results. I have a keen focus on numbers and ratios, and I constantly push myself to improve them. The most graffiti for me is when we, as a company, surpass our own records, which has been a consistent achievement for us for quite some time.
Mirror Review: What challenges did you face in your career journey? How did you tackle them?
De Ponti: Every day we face challenges. I’ve been involved in the purchase and sale of over 25 companies, many of them multinational. This experience has been a great teacher, presenting me with numerous challenges.
One significant hurdle was the pandemic, during which we were confined for almost eight months. We had to reinvent our work processes, managing commercial teams remotely via computers and phones. These experiences, though tough, have made us stronger.
Moreover, the pandemic accelerated the shift towards the digital world. This transition has ultimately benefited our clients, enabling them to select properties more efficiently and comfortably from their homes.
Mirror Review: What is your leadership philosophy, and how do you translate it into building a successful team at DMyo?
De Ponti: Leadership, to me, is about accompanying the process, not merely issuing orders and expecting results. I believe this approach has led me to success in all the companies I’ve led.
I get involved in the main issues and delegate other tasks to our highly competent team. I try to surround myself with good people who are on the same page and give everything for the growth of the company and the team. In essence, that’s what Dmayo is all about.
Mirror Review: What are your predictions for the future of the local real estate landscape?
De Ponti: The real estate market has always been, is, and will be very interesting since it is the best and safest investment, a lot continues to be built, and offers people more options to invest or move, obtaining a better quality of life.
Trends come hand in hand with technology. Today, finding what you’re looking for is as easy as browsing real estate portals or our website, which offers over 1,000 options to help make the dream of homeownership a reality. On the other hand, the fintech helps finance and bring you closer to these properties.
Mirror Review: How do you achieve a perfect work-life balance? What are your hobbies/interests beyond the office?
De Ponti: Achieving a work-life balance, especially as an entrepreneur, is no easy task. It often feels like there are more than 24 hours’ worth of work in a day. However, the key is to lean on family for support and grounding. I’m fortunate to have a supportive wife who stands by me in all my business endeavors and two wonderful daughters who inspire me to keep moving forward.
As for hobbies, I enjoy playing soccer, reading personal growth books, and traveling the world. Traveling opens your mind, introduces you to new businesses, and helps you continue growing.
Mirror Review: Is there anything else you would like to share with our readers, a message of encouragement, a specific call to action, or any other wisdom you’d like to impart?
De Ponti: I’d like to extend an invitation to all of you to discover and experience our services at Dmayo. You can visit us at www.dmayo.com.
As a personal piece of advice, focus on what you do, surround yourself with the right people, and put a lot of passion into it, because it is the only way to move your business forward.
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“The real estate market has always been, is, and will be very interesting since it is the best and safest investment.”
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