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Friday, April 30 2021 / Published in Sidelines Spotlight

Luis J. Rodriguez: Realty to the Rescue

By Britney Grover

Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek

As a realtor with the Luxury Division at Keller Williams in Wellington, Florida, Luis J. Rodriguez is always busy. He spends his time dealing with some of the most beautiful residences in the area, such as the Cypress Island estate in the Palm Beach Polo Club listed at nearly $7 million. And with every sale, Luis is changing lives. He donates a portion of all his earnings to Danny & Ron’s Rescue, the Wellington dog rescue organization that has been helping abused, neglected or otherwise in-need dogs to find healthy, happy lives with humans for 16 years. Luis is on track to donate tens of thousands of dollars in 2021, but for him, it’s about much more than money. “My goals are to spread the word about rescue and help in every way that I can,” he said. “If we can concentrate all of the power we have into love, then the rest will fall into place.”

What’s been your experience with horses?

Horses were always in my periphery when I was a kid, whether in Texas at one of my uncle’s ranches or in northwest Miami were we later moved. My dad would take us to the rodeo in southwest Davie, Florida, and outside El Paso, Texas, so that we could see the barrel racing. My formal riding didn’t take place until I was in my 20s and started riding at Palm Beach Riding Academy with one of my now best friends. That was the beginning of my Wellington lifestyle.

Do you still ride?

Not much in the last year, unless you consider trail riding on vacation “riding.” I’m hoping to get back in the saddle when I have a little more time!

How did you become a realtor?

It was completely by chance! There I was, socializing at a restaurant bar somewhere in Palm Beach and a realtor friend of a friend approached me.  She said that she had watched me speak to almost everyone who came inside and that I already knew a good number of the patrons. She could get me into a business where I would speak to people all the time and that I should join her firm at BRP Realty on Worth Avenue. That was such an exciting time for me!

What’s special to you about the Wellington area?

Wellington had always been somewhere I would go during my high school years at Cardinal Newman to visit friends. I would always wonder why people who lived there didn’t want to live near the ocean! Now, I know how unique and truly special our lifestyle is here in Wellington. This community has opened so many doors for me and as an animal lover, it’s always easy to find a kindred spirit here!

What inspired you to find a way to give back to the community?

Time! My career in real estate is extremely demanding of time, and I wanted to find a way to help animals find homes while helping people find homes. It seems like a daunting task at first, but where there’s a will, there’s a way.

How did you decide what to do? 

My husband, Ron Davis, had already completed a fabulous documentary movie about Danny & Ron’s Rescue called “Life in the Doghouse.” It chronicles two of the most giving men who have found it in their hearts to save thousands and thousands of dogs. I thought if they can devote so much of their lives for a cause they believe in, then I need to get off my butt and start helping!

What is your goal for your donations to Danny & Ron’s? 

My goal is to try to give back to a rescue that has given so much already. I’m inspired by their story and want to help them achieve so many goals, especially a program that would go state to state and provide free spay and neutering for pets or strays. 

Do you have rescue pets of your own?

Yes, we have four dogs. Mr. Brown, a Dachshund mix who was in “Life in the Doghouse” — my little movie star! Our little blonde Chihuahua, Little Guy, is a second Danny & Ron’s Rescue dog. Ceecee is our only female, she’s a Jack Russel mix and she is the absolute queen. Finally, our last addition is a little Chihuahua who came from a busy home with tons of kids, and he’s a bit happier in a quieter home with us.

What would you like to tell others who want to do good in their community?

It has never been in my nature to tell people what they should and should not do. I would instead like to ask people to do as I have done and search deep down inside for that inner child — the one who wanted to carry home every stray pet they found and bring blankets to those in the cold. We are only given one shot at this world and I intend to make mine count for something good!

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The purpose of this month’s column is to help the young equestrians of our sport develop and maintain healthy friendships within the industry. Cultivating healthy relationships with other members within the industry is not as easy as one may think. As a young equestrian, it may be difficult navigating friendships at the barn and at horse shows. Typically, kids have friendships within the barn they ride at but also friendships with others from different barns in their area. 

Initially, it may seem as though making other friends in the sport would be easy and ideal; after all, there is the common interest of horses. However, because of the natural therapeutic benefits of horses, the sport has a history of attracting all types of people, with a wide range of personalities. This can be both an advantage and a drawback. We are now in an era that acknowledges the growing need to discuss and manage one’s mental health. 

One thing I have learned is that we are likely to notice mental health challenges at an age younger than most people may think. Some of the friendship dynamics I have observed over the years have caused me to pause and really think about the future of our sport. Without looking for a source to blame for the cause of this, i.e. social media, parents, school, teachers, etc., I think if all adults involved worked to encourage, affirm, love, and respect our youth, the likelihood of them developing authentic friendships with their peers may increase.

Both humans and horses were designed to have connected relationships. These relationships allow a greater sense of security when one experiences challenges in life. Cultivating the quality and authenticity of these relationships requires intentional work. 

Thank you Rob for providing your helpful insight on developing healthy relationships. Check out his tips in his column you can find in the link in our bio.
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Don't get caught without your green on today!🍀🍀
 
In today's featured article, we have Jessica Howington, who is dressed for the occasion in her green shirt! Jessica is the Owner/Rider at CrownView Dressage, a Realtor with Showcase Properties of Central Florida, and a Nurse Practitioner! Jessica has been involved with horses since she was a little girl. Everything from bareback to eventing she tried until she found her love for dressage.

Today, she and her family own CrownView Dressage, a 157-acre training, boarding, and breeding facility in Ocala, Florida. Jessica started training and teaching but felt as if her life was still missing something. Until Jessica focused on horses full-time, she didn’t realize how important the healthcare field was to her life. Jessica missed seeing patients and being in the medical field. Jessica is now back to working again as a nurse practitioner while also focusing on training her five competition horses, including her Grand Prix mare Cavalia. 

Jessica feels lucky 🍀 to have two amazing parents who have supported her in all of her endeavors and instilled the importance of work ethic, morals, dedication, and sacrifice. 

You can read all about Jessica and how she's finding fulfillment in her busy lifestyle in this month's edition of Sidelines Magazine! Click the link in our bio for more 

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Like many equestrians, eventer Devon Tresan is no Like many equestrians, eventer Devon Tresan is no stranger to balancing a busy schedule. From serving as president of the Pony Club South Region Youth Board to working on her online high school courses and modeling gigs, Devon has nearly every minute of her time planned out. And with her horses right in her backyard in Ball Ground, Georgia, she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Devon’s fast-paced lifestyle stems from growing up around her parents’ animal casting business, Animal Casting Atlanta, where they train and provide animals for projects in the film industry. Devon’s parents, Carol and Greg, took her on her first film job at just two weeks old; both parents pushed Devon toward acting when she was younger. While Devon didn’t want to be an actor herself, she did follow in their footsteps with her love of animals, especially horses. 

“My parents’ company has provided animals for ‘The Hunger Games,’ ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Suicide Squad,’ a majority of the Marvel TV shows, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and so many more,” Devon said.

Devon started her equestrian journey when she was 9 years old. Initially, the Tresans bought a flashy gray Welsh pony, I Am Superman, for Devon to take in the hunter ring. However, Superman lived up to his name and proved to be too speedy for the job. 

“He was super cute and just a great little ride,” Devon said, “but he was still a pony! He made me work hard for everything we accomplished together. I was lucky enough to ride with a trainer who did both hunters and eventing, so we were able to switch disciplines pretty easily. Those eventing lessons together kickstarted my love for the sport.”

Read all about Devon and her busy life in this month's edition of Sidelines Magazine. Click the link in our bio for more
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