Barbara Aquilino, Broker Associate

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Barbara Aquilino offers her clients a working knowledge of the North Shore community and expertise in both real estate and finance. She services each client with the utmost attention to detail, customer service and a dedication to providing successful results.

Barbara Aquilino began her real estate career more than twenty years ago and joined Jean Wright Real Estate in 2002. She is a multimillion dollar producer specializing in buying and leasing both commercial and residential properties. Whether seeking to buy, sell or trade commercial space, or buy or sell a home, Barbara is an expert real estate professional experienced in all types of property.

Prior to joining Jean Wright Real Estate, Barbara was vice president in the Commercial Real Estate Department of the First National Bank of Chicago. As vice president, she specialized in REIT and loan restructures, refinancings, asset swap programs, and general property management. Barbara is also a Certified Public Accountant. Her vast experience in both finance and commercial real estate have provided her with a strong foundation of leadership, knowledge, and the ability to address challenges with ease.

Barbara has lived on the North Shore with her husband for more than thirty years. Together they raised four sons who attended the Winnetka public schools and New Trier High School. Throughout the years, Barbara has been an active volunteer in the community, where she was named the 2001 Winnetka Woman of the Year. She currently serves as the Chairman of the Business Community Development Commission for the Village of Winnetka and the Dealer Co-chairman for the nationally recognized Winnetka Antiques Show benefiting the Winnetka Community House. Barbara is a past trustee for the Village of Winnetka, and a past president and treasurer for the Winnetka Historical Society.