Real Trends: Real Trending

This week on the RealTrending podcast, Tracey sits down with Dava Davin, CEO of Portside Real Estate Group, to talk about her journey from working in pharmaceuticals to leading a real estate brokerage with over 200 agents and $1 billion in 2024 sales. Portside focuses on agent growth, community impact, and how to foster a supportive company culture. Dava highlights the importance of mindset, the value of buyer consultations, and their plan to expand into surrounding communities in New Hampshire. She also talks about their philanthropic work and Portside’s 1% Back to Maine Initiative, which has donated over $300,000 annually to local nonprofits. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: The biggest challenge is balancing growth with maintaining company culture. Buyer consultations are essential for establishing professionalism. Key moments in leadership often come from recognizing the importance of relationships. Leadership style is about empowering team members and recognizing their strengths. Dava prioriti