In this inspiring episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Kathy Colon, MBA, MPH, Founder & CEO of Nova Lux DR Properties. Kathy’s entrepreneurial journey began while caring for a loved one and traveling frequently between New York and the Dominican Republic. What started as a personal discovery, falling in love with the country’s natural beauty and vibrant culture, became the spark for a business that reimagines luxury real estate.
Drawing on her executive experience at global companies like Microsoft, IBM Watson, and Salesforce, Kathy founded Nova Lux DR Properties with a mission to make finding, furnishing, and owning a home in the Dominican Republic a seamless, holistic, and joyful experience. She shares how her passion for business, wellness, and connection shaped the company’s vision: helping clients build not just homes, but meaningful memories.
This conversation is a reminder that entrepreneurship often grows out of the intersections of our personal and professional lives. Kathy’s story blends resilience, innovation, and heart. Because when SHE DECIDES to merge purpose with expertise, she creates lasting impact across borders.
Website: novaluxdrproperties.com
Instagram: @NovaLuxDRProperties
Facebook: Nova Lux DR Properties
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