Building Brands, Leaders, & Lasting Success with Sherry Chris
Some people build successful careers. Others help shape an entire industry. In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, Darryl Davis sits down with Sherry Chris, one of real estate's most respected executives, whose four-decade career includes leading iconic brands like Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Coldwell Banker, ERA Real Estate, and serving as Special Advisor to Brokerages for the National Association of REALTORS®. Together, they explore: How great leaders recognize opportunities ...
5 Jun 2026
Inside America’s Oldest Real Estate Company with Steve Baird
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, Darryl Davis sits down with Steve Baird, President & CEO of Baird & Warner, for a powerful conversation about leadership, culture, longevity, and what it takes to build a company that endures through generations of change. As the fifth-generation owner of the oldest independent family-owned real estate company in the United States, Steve shares the leadership principles and long-term vision that have helped Baird & Warner remain independ...
15 May 2026
The Mindset Behind Building 65 Real Estate Offices with Rob Lyszczarz
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, Darryl Davis sits down with Rob Lyszczarz, President, CEO, and Co-Owner of RE/MAX Select Group, for a powerful conversation about leadership, growth, culture, and what it really takes to build a lasting real estate business. Rob shares how he went from writing mortgages as a college student to building one of the largest RE/MAX organizations in the country — growing from a single office in New Jersey to 65 offices across 11 states. But t...
1 May 2026
Peter Morris & Kathy Viard: How They Built a 1,800-Agent Brokerage Without Losing Their Culture
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, Darryl Davis sits down with Peter Morris and Kathy Viard, co-owners of Signature Premier Properties, for a candid and deeply personal conversation about leadership, growth, and what it really takes to build a brokerage that lasts. Founded in 2007 at the height of the housing crisis, Signature Premier didn’t start with a grand plan — it started with resilience, relationships, and a willingness to adapt. Today, the company has grown to over 1,800 ag...
17 Apr 2026
David Caveness: The Leadership Secret That Built a Billion-Dollar Brokerage
Some leaders build businesses. Others build something that lasts. In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, Darryl Davis and Julie Escobar sit down with David Caveness, a 50+ year real estate veteran who helped grow a brokerage from 6 offices to over 30—without losing its culture along the way.  Together, they break down: Why leadership is never about one personThe difference between managing people and actually leading themThe “3 Cs” that build lasting companies: Connection, Commi...
20 Mar 2026
Alex Vidal on Leadership, Discipline, and Rising from the Ground Up in Real Estate
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, Darryl Davis sits down with Alex Vidal, President of ERA Real Estate, for a candid and refreshingly honest conversation about leadership, growth, and what it really takes to succeed in today’s real estate industry. Alex’s story doesn’t follow the traditional path. He entered the business at 19 years old as a secretary, navigating early responsibility as a young father while trying to build a future from the ground up. Over the next 26 years, he work...
2 Mar 2026
Leading Through Change with Pam O'Connor
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted™, host Darryl Davis sits down with real estate legend Pam O'Connor, the founding president and retired CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. Pam shares her extraordinary journey from working in television to becoming the first woman to lead a major real estate network, eventually uniting over 130,000 associates globally. Dive deep into what it takes to lead through uncertainty in a "Chicken Little" industry, the enduring power of independ...
6 Feb 2026
Tiffany McQuaid: From Brokerage Owner to Industry Power Player
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted, Darryl Davis sits down with Tiffany McQuaid, Regional Director of Strategy and Performance at SERHANT., for a conversation that left listeners feeling encouraged, grounded, and inspired. Tiffany brings decades of experience as a strategist, leader, and mentor in real estate. Before joining SERHANT., she served as President of McQuaid & Company, building one of Southwest Florida’s most respected brokerages. She’s also an author, speaker, and lifel...
23 Jan 2026
Inside Harcourts: A Global Real Estate Powerhouse Built on Values
What does it take to turn a bold idea into a global real estate powerhouse? In this episode, Darryl Davis sits down with Mike Green, International Managing Director and co-owner of Harcourts International, for a candid conversation about leadership, values, and building success that lasts. Mike started his real estate career at just 19 years old in New Zealand and quickly built the #1 Harcourts franchise in the country. In 1997, he made a bold move to Australia—despite skeptics who said he’d ...
19 Dec 2025
Inside One of CENTURY 21’s Top Firms in the World with Todd Hetherington & Jason Carrier
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted, Darryl Davis sits down with Todd Hetherington and Jason Carrier of CENTURY 21 New Millennium to unpack what it truly takes to build a profitable, resilient real estate brokerage in today’s rapidly changing market. Todd, founder and CEO, and Jason, president, share nearly four decades of leadership lessons - from navigating shrinking margins and industry lawsuits to building multiple revenue streams, embracing AI, and creating a culture where agents ...
20 Nov 2025
Risk, Leadership & Radical Transparency with Jessica Edgerton
Risk management. Leadership. Transparency. AI. Culture. This episode has it all — and it features one of the industry’s most respected voices. In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted, Darryl Davis sits down with Jessica Edgerton, Chief Legal Officer & EVP of Industry & Learning for Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®. Jessica became a trusted national voice during the 2024 antitrust settlements for her ability to cut through noise and explain what actually matters for broker...
24 Oct 2025
Leading Through Change: J. Lennox Scott on Vision, Culture, and the Future of Real Estate
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted, Darryl Davis sits down with J. Lennox Scott, Chairman and CEO of John L. Scott Real Estate, one of the most respected and enduring brands in the business. Lennox shares his unique perspective as a third-generation leader, offering insights on what it takes to lead with purpose, maintain a culture of trust, and navigate the rapid changes shaping the real estate landscape today. Together, Darryl and Lennox dive into: 🌍 The mindset shifts that separate ...
26 Sept 2025
100 Years Strong: The Pappas Family & The Future of Real Estate
In this episode of Real Estate Unscripted, Darryl sits down with Michael and Christina Pappas of The Keyes Company—Florida’s largest independent brokerage and a family business approaching its 100th year. Michael shares wisdom from decades of leadership, carrying forward lessons from his father while navigating mergers, market shifts, and industry challenges. Christina brings fresh perspective as the fourth generation stepping into leadership, balancing tradition with innovation. Together, th...
29 Aug 2025
Family, Freedom & the Future of Real Estate: An Unfiltered Talk with Hoby Hanna
In this must-hear episode, Darryl Davis sits down with Hoby Hanna, President of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services—the largest privately held real estate company in the U.S.—for a raw, insightful, and timely conversation about the rapidly changing real estate industry. They dive deep into: The heart and soul of Howard Hanna’s company culture—and why it’s been compared to the “Disney of Real Estate”The real story behind the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) and why Hoby says it’s time to push back...
What happens when two influential voices in real estate challenge the industry’s most debated policy—live and unfiltered? Understanding. In this powerful, no-nonsense conversation, real estate coach and bestselling author Darryl Davis, CSP, sits down with Rory Golod, President of Growth at Compass Realty, to unpack the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) and what it really means for agents, brokers, MLSs, and the future of the industry. No spin. No fluff. Just the facts that matter. 📌 Topics Co...
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