Piloting a Sea Change at SeaBear

Growth: SeaBear’s reputation has grown tremendously in the past few years. He cites the company’s success at attracting buyers year-round.

Role models: On his door, Mondello has a poster depicting UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, whom he calls “a model of success, leadership and character.” And on a personal level, Mondello also looks to his mother. “Although she was just about five feet tall, she was the strongest woman I’ve ever known,” he says.