Author/Producer/
Lifestyle Developer
Through her films, videos, and teachings, Silva inspires people to awaken the Genie within—the limitless potential that exists in every individual.
Her passion for discovery began early. Silva’s global experiences, from studying in the Middle East and Australia to working at prestigious publications like the Sydney Morning Herald, The Telegraph, and B&T Magazine, shaped her worldview. She later became Editor for the B&T Yearly Guidebook and, in Los Angeles, joined Architectural Digest Magazine, where she explored the many lifestyles that homes can create and nurture.
This insight became deeply personal. After leaving a bitter and abusive marriage with nothing, Silva transformed her life by stepping into real estate—guiding clients as they transitioned into new homes and lifestyles. Her passion for homes evolved into becoming a designer and general contractor, building and developing properties for herself and her clients through Green For Life, becoming a leading advocate for green building and sustainable living.
While traveling the world and living a jet-set lifestyle, Silva realized that success alone could not fill the emptiness she felt. Through self-reflection, she reconnected with her inner tools, focusing on her vision rather than fulfilling others’ expectations. This journey inspired her bestselling book, Jump-Start Your Life: Waking Up from the Sleep-Walking Mode, and led her to become a lifestyle and real estate business developer, helping others transform their lives.
Silva’s journey from ordinary to extraordinary is a testament to the power of perseverance, self-discovery, and living your truth. Her mission: to awaken the Genie within others and help them create the lives they were meant to live.
Achievements & Honors
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Author of Jump-Start Your Life: Waking Up from the Sleep-Walking Mode
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Producer of Jump-Start Your Life TV Shows on LA Cable Channel
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Talk Show Host on KRLA 870AM
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Creator of Silva The Genie cartoon character, comic book, and inspirational talking doll
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Lifestyle & Property Developer
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Producer of Silva The Genie Animations
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Founder of Passions & Dreams Funding, a nonprofit teaching women and children pathways to homeownership
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Led international real estate expansion and luxury lifestyle development
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Key contributor to a $500M real estate development project in South America
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Awarded Advocate Business Woman of the Year by the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce
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Recognized as Leader in the Real Estate Industry by the Los Angeles Business Journal
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Featured on Fox Magazine Show
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General Contractor & Real Estate Broker
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Listed in The World’s Who’s Who of Women Directory
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Produced Gang of Hope videos for children
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Directed the documentary Broken Promises – Where Is the Love?
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Past Board Member of LAUSD Adopt-A-School program
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Affiliated with General Colin Powell’s America’s Promise Alliance for children’s education