Ariel Smith-Hortman graduated University of Miami with a double major in Communications and Psychology, and a minor in Marketing. With a passion for real estate, Ariel applied her marketing skillset for agents and brokerages, including Sotheby's International Realty early in her career.

She has been licensed for over 10 years, and partnered up with her mother, Lynda Smith, to create the LSA Group. LSA Group is a top producing team in northern Palm Beach county covering from Jupiter to Palm Beach, FL. Their team has done over $1B+ in sales from golf communities to waterfront. 

Ariel's personal interests include Sotheby's networking, spending time with her family, and traveling. She has visited 54 countries including 35 Sotheby's international locations. Her passion for experiencing other cultures has resulted in a global connection of Sotheby's agents.