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Congratulations to GL Homes COO Marcie DePlaza who was named one of South Florida Business Journal’s Influential Businesswomen in 2025!

Marcie DePlaza has been with GL Homes for 34 years, progressing from marketing director to COO, a role she has held for the past eight years. She has played a key role in selling over 40,000 homes and promoting female leadership within the company, with 12 out of 16 project managers in Florida being women. She is also active in community mentorship and empowerment efforts.

This year’s influential businesswomen are confident leaders with excellent communication skills. They are resilient, adaptable, and innovative. With strong financial acumen and a dedication to continuous learning, they drive change and progress in their industries and communities.

Marcie DePlaza attributes her success to lessons learned from sports, emphasizing hard work and dedication. Her success is driven by her hard work, care for people, honesty, and passion for her job. One of her greatest business challenges was overcoming a fear of public speaking, which she continues to work on.