Madat Kara began his successful real estate career in 1988 after 20 years as an entrepreneur. Born in East Africa, Madat attempted his first venture in 1969. He established a profitable retail auto parts business, which later expanded into wholesale distribution. In 1974, Madat moved to Canada and continued in the automotive trade by acquiring a franchised rust-proofing business. Within a year, he expanded his portfolio by owning a used car dealership, a service garage, and a chain of gas stations. He then chose to explore the hospitality industry and subsequently opened a highly successful new-concept restaurant that became well known in Toronto.

In 1983, Madat sold his holdings and made his permanent move to Ottawa. Upon arriving, he immediately purchased a convenience store, which led him to open several more until he eventually built a chain of convenience stores, as well as several photo labs and a formal wear store. By 1988, Madat sold his interest in the retail business and transitioned into the real estate industry. While building his real estate business, he was also involved in the ownership of two well-known Ottawa restaurants (O’Tooles), but eventually focused entirely on his growing real estate career.

Madat’s highly developed management and people skills come from years of experience and supervising countless employees. This foundation has contributed significantly to his outstanding success in building his real estate business. He is driven to deliver results and never gives less than 100% to his clients.

Career achievements and recognition:
Madat Kara has been a top-selling agent consistently, receiving awards since 1988. His accolades include Million Dollar Producer, Number 1 Commercial Agent in Ontario and Canada, “Leading Edge Society,” “President’s Circle,” “Chairman’s Circle,” and many more. He has ranked among the top sales associates within the Prudential Real Estate Network of Canada. Madat has also completed a “Basic Mediation” course and was nominated by a national franchise as the “Advisor for Business Development.”

Volunteerism:
Madat has been honoured by Mayor Bob Chiarelli for community service and has received the “Humanitarianism Award.” He was awarded Her Majesty’s “Golden Jubilee Medal” by the Governor General of Canada and received the “Community Builder Award” from the United Way. In 2011, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson presented him with a plaque for Outstanding Volunteer Services, and in 2012 he received the City Builders Award at City Hall.

Madat has been deeply involved in the community as a fundraiser and volunteer for Meals on Wheels, raising over $185,000 by mid-2013. He has delivered meals every Friday since 1999 and identified two crucial needs for the organization: fundraising and public awareness. Over the years, he has chaired and organized multiple fundraising events and recruited over 20 business people to get involved. Should you wish to give your time to this worthwhile cause, you may contact Madat Kara or Baudouin St-Cyr, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels, at 613-233-2424, and they will be pleased to speak with you.

Madat is an effective, resourceful, and highly motivated individual. He possesses excellent communication, organizational, negotiating, and problem-solving skills, with extensive experience in buying, selling, negotiating, leasing, structuring business plans, and preparing cash flow projections.

Madat is fluent in English, Swahili, Hindi, Urdu, Katchi, and Gujarati.