Justin Bailey, CEO of Realty Executives Associates, exemplifies transformative leadership in the housing industry with his strategic vision and impactful presence. Under Bailey’s guidance, the Knoxville-based brokerage has grown to over 1,000 agents, fostering a strong, agent-centric culture that aligns with HousingWire Vanguards’ standards. His leadership prioritizes ethics, professionalism, and agent well-being, cementing his role as a respected industry leader.
Bailey’s professional excellence is highlighted by his contributions as a HousingWire contributor and Inman panelist. In 2024, as President of East TN REALTORS, he navigated significant changes in the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and form updates, providing strategic leadership and guiding the entire MLS through the year’s real estate challenges. His commitment to industry leadership earned him the Knox News 40/40 award.
Over the past year, Bailey has been instrumental in Realty Executives Associates’ success and growth. The company surpassed the 1,000-agent milestone in Q3 2024, with sustainable growth reflecting Bailey’s focus on agent education and adapting to a rapidly shifting real estate landscape. Despite major industry changes, including the NAR settlement, Bailey ensured agents remained confident through initiatives like weekly CEO updates and buyer representation training.
Bailey’s efforts led to the opening of two new offices in 2024, expanding the brokerage’s footprint to 18 locations across East Tennessee. His ability to attract and retain top talent while fostering trust, innovation, and collaboration has positioned Realty Executives Associates as the No. 3 real estate company in Tennessee, according to Real Trends.
Bailey’s vision, steady leadership, and results-driven approach have positioned Realty Executives Associates as a market leader, ensuring the organization not only adapts to industry changes but thrives through them.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
There are two types of people. Those who walk into a room with an attitude that says “here I am” and those who walk into a room with an attitude that says “there you are.” Be a “there you are” person.
Name:
Justin Bailey
Title:
Chief Executive Officer
Company Name:
Realty Executives Associates
