About
Mary was raised on the Connecticut shoreline her entire life; her knowledge of the area and its intangible benefits are unparalleled. Her ties to the shoreline community have been instrumental in her success in the Real Estate Market. Mary is proud to serve her clients with the utmost integrity and honesty. Her work ethic is second to none.
She is an artist and creator with extensive business and design experience. Mary and her husband Dave have created a welcoming and unique home in Branford, Connecticut that has been published in "This Old House" magazine and featured on HGTV's "Beyond the Box". Mary’s knowledge of vintage homes, new construction, remodels and investment properties combine to make Mary the great choice for the homebuyers and sellers looking for a fresh perspective on today’s Connecticut market.
Mary's father was a Yale Football Coach for 27 years, which gives her a unique perspective on not just the power of community but on how teamwork, tenacity, and a little bit of heart go along way. Mary does not just want to find your new home, she wants to help you discover the possibility that this blank canvas could turn into the tapestry of your future.
Her greatest love is being a mother to her two children, Zu Zu and Tommy, and a wife to her husband Dave, a design-build contractor specializing in residential buildings, design and furniture. She enjoys a healthy lifestyle, is an avid CrossFit athlete, and has a passion for traveling.
Education & Associations: •University of Vermont- Real Estate School of New England – New Haven Middlesex Association of Realtors – National Association of Realtors
Professional Background: Before her career in real estate, Mary enjoyed years of retail management and marketing. Her professionalism, dedication, and accessibility earned her a successful career being promoted to higher ranks where ever she went. . Mary always had an interest in home architecture, and design. but it didn't peak until she married Dave Strong. Mary learned about construction, home design, and improved her business development skills. Her move to a real estate career was a natural progression enabling her to employ the managerial skills she had gained in her professional life and the opportunity to do what she loves: working with people.
