| AdaByIanB |
Back at the begining of the modern age of Real Estate - Ada had a vision for a multi-media real estate system. The outcome of that vision is well described in Errol’s page, so I won’t repeat it. What does need to be acknowledged is that Ada’s vision catalyzed the transition from a paper catalogue based process to a modern IT base and it remains as on of the foundations upon which the latest Internet Realty systems are based. I had the priviledge of knowing Ada during this highly creative period and she was impressive.
Business has a reputation of being a cold and uncaring environment. Such was not the case where Ada was involved. I knew and worked with Ada over a decade and she stands as a beacon of warmth and caring. Throughout her personal challenges, her approach to dealing with others did not waiver.
One ocassion that stands out in my memory was when she and Hans came to the NAR immediately following her return to work after her surgery. She was still struggling with her speech and tired easily. We sat together on the booth, mostly in silence, watching the latest version of her vision dancing on the huge projection screen. I think it gave her a sense that her life - like her product - would get better.