Mariah Bland

Mariah Bland is the Assistant Manager of a condominium in Sarasota, Florida. With over 13 years in hospitality and three years in condominium management, she recently obtained her CAM license, enabling her to oversee community associations including condominiums, HOAs, and townhomes. Prior to her current position, Bland worked in hotels in public relations and as a front desk agent, and served as a trainer at a trucking company where she trained individuals who trained drivers. She holds a bachelor's degree in travel, service, and hospitality management from Johnson & Wales University in Miami. Bland is a member of CAI West Coast and CAM University. In her daily work, she manages rental units, conducts background checks for new owners and renters, handles day-to-day owner issues, and collaborates closely with the property manager. She views her role as an extension of hospitality through ongoing interactions with residents. Bland attributes her success to her daughter, whom she supports as a single parent, and she values family, including coworkers and friends, above all. She advises young women entering the industry to not take rejection harshly, to learn from disappointment, and to never give up, while emphasizing that discomfort often signals growth and the need to continue learning.