Dava Davin on the athlete mindset and how it translates to her business

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 prioritizes community involvement and giving back through her brokerage.
• The future of real estate includes more women in leadership roles.

Related to this episode:

• Portside Real Estate Group
• Dava Davin | LinkedIn
• 1% Back to Maine | Portside Real Estate Group
• HousingWire | YouTube
• More info about HousingWire

Enjoy the episode!

The RealTrending podcast features conversations with the brightest minds in real estate. Every Monday, brokerage leaders, top agents, team leaders, and industry experts join us to share their secrets to success, trends, and the lessons they’ve learned. Hosted by Tracey Velt and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.