Marie Claire Ntam

In 2025, Marie Claire Ntam expanded access, visibility and opportunity for both aspiring homeowners and small businesses across the Washington, D.C./Maryland/Virginia (DMV) region. Through her signature Keys & Conversations seminar series, co-hosted with Citibank and Lydia’s House, Ntam equipped first-generation and moderate-income buyers with practical tools to navigate financing, down payment assistance and the home-buying process, helping many move closer to generational wealth through homeownership.

Ntam leveraged media as a force for community impact. As a host on The American Dream TV – Selling DMV, she spotlighted local entrepreneurs, nonprofits and organizations, bringing their stories to national and international audiences across major broadcast and streaming platforms.

“The most rewarding part of my career is empowering first-generation and underserved buyers to achieve the dream of homeownership and celebrating with them when they receive their keys,” says Ntam. “Combining real estate, media, and advocacy allows me to create legacy while amplifying voices that deserve to be seen and heard.”

Her work has helped amplify visibility for small businesses at a time when exposure and connection are critical to survival and growth. Ntam also expanded sisStar, her women’s empowerment platform, curating events that blend real estate, culture and philanthropy to educate, inspire and foster meaningful connection.