Meet Janet
Meet Janet – Entrepreneur, Community Advocate, and Real Estate Professional
Born in Hong Kong and raised in Los Angeles since the age of three, Janet never imagined calling anywhere else home—until she discovered North Carolina. After earning her undergraduate degree from UCLA, she attended Duke’s Fuqua School of Business in 2012, where she fell in love with the warmth, diversity, and welcoming spirit of the Triangle. She quickly knew this was more than a temporary stop—it was home.
In 2013, Janet met her husband—a Durham native—and together they’ve built a joyful life with their two young children and a grumpy, beloved old cat. North Carolina is now her forever home.
Janet is the founder and owner of ZenFish Poke Bar, a Hawaiian-inspired, sustainability-driven restaurant with two Durham locations. ZenFish is known for its inclusive atmosphere, vibrant flavors, and mission to promote kindness, compassion, and human connection in everything it serves.
Her passion for helping people also led her into the world of real estate. Janet is a licensed agent in both North Carolina and California, working with clients on both coasts. Whether it's helping a family settle into a new home in the Triangle or guiding a West Coast client through a strategic investment or sale, Janet is committed to providing thoughtful, honest, and hands-on service. With strong roots in Los Angeles and a deep love for North Carolina, she brings a rare bicoastal perspective—and the time and flexibility to serve clients in both states with care and attention.
She understands the emotional and practical complexities of relocating, investing, or selling, and is passionate about making the experience smooth and meaningful. Whether you're a newcomer falling in love with the area like she did, or a local seeking your next chapter, Janet is ready to walk alongside you every step of the way.
