Blen’s background includes skills in analytics, valuation, and problem-solving gained through 18 years in financial management, data analysis, compliance, project management, budgetary formation and policy, business process improvement, and customer service.

Her dedication to her buyers, sellers, and renters and protecting their interests is grounded in this strong financial background. Blen’s unwavering goal is always to get the best "win" for them.

She holds a BS degree in Management from the University of Massachusetts, an MS in Finance from Brandeis University, and she is currently pursuing an MBA at Johns Hopkins University. Blen is fluent in English, French, and Amharic.

When she is not listing and selling homes, Blen enjoys attending Christian concerts, nature walks, playing tennis, reading, and discovering "culinary gems" in the DC Metro area.

She is currently a licensed Realtor in DC & MD.