Women Who Lead 048: Betsy Cameron, Jeana Sander, Talia Tiffany | Bold Catalysts
Welcome back to this monthly series of Women Who Lead. In this episode, I’m sitting down with three lovely ladies in the real estate industry: Betsy Cameron, President of Ebby Holiday Companies; Gina Sander, Vice President and Regional Manager at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties; and Tallie Tiffany, Director of Legal Operations at HomeServices of America. We dive into the importance of legacy, bold decision-making, and the mindset shifts required to lead effectively during transformative times.
Meet the Leaders
Betsy Cameron, President, Ebby Halliday Companies, betsycameron@ebby.com
Jeana Sander, Vice President & Vice President & Regional Manager, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, JeanaSander@bhhscal.com
Talia Tiffany, Director of Legal Operations, HomeServices of America, TaliaTiffany@homeservices.com
Humble Beginnings in Real Estate
Betsy Cameron: Raised in a real estate family, Betsy’s journey led her from teaching special education to becoming an executive in the real estate industry. She credits her mother’s influence, a foundation in service, and embracing both legacy and innovation as key leadership drivers.
Gina Sander: Transitioning from commercial to residential real estate, Gina found a passion for guiding clients through major decisions. Her career saw acceleration through multiple leadership invites, leading to her overseeing 700 California agents with a focus on values, integrity, and authentic connection.
Tallie Tiffany: With a strong background in law and real estate from a young age, Tallie blends legal expertise with practical business insights. She shares the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and “lifting as you climb,” especially through peer collaboration.
Navigating Courageous Decisions
Each leader shares their moments that required boldness—whether it was Betsy making the leap after 16 years at another brokerage, Gina uprooting her life to take a career leap, or Tallie leaving a secure legal job for the uncertainties of a commission-based role.
At the heart: integrity, compassion, and staying true to core values, even when change is uncomfortable.
Building Legacy and Fostering Inclusion
We delve into how these women honor the legacies of their predecessors while innovating for the future.
All three emphasize creating space at the table for women, elevating colleagues, and developing skills through both mentorship and sponsorship.
They also discuss the importance of inclusivity and support networks within and beyond their organizations.
Real Estate and Tech: Meeting Today’s Challenges
Facing market challenges like affordability, inventory shortages, and shifting client expectations, the ladies highlight the critical role of education, data, and new technology tools, including AI and automated marketing solutions.
They stress adaptability and continuous learning as essential leadership qualities.
Favorite Quotes, Podcasts, and Books
Tallie shares that her two favorite podcasts are "Women at Work" by Harvard Business Review and "Good Hang" by Amy Poehler.
Betsy shares that she enjoys listening to Simon Sinek the most.
Gina loved the book “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz and is subscribed to the Daily Stoic. She just recently finished reading “The Obstacle Is the Way” by Ryan Holiday. Also, her favorite quote is by Winston Churchill, “You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at every dog that barks.”
When you help another woman rise, we all shine. And that’s how we make an impact. So, let’s build each other up and shine brighter than the sun. For more great content from Teresa, connect with her on LinkedIn, join her Women Who Lead Series on Facebook, and subscribe to her YouTube channel. You can find more episodes of Women Who Lead on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere else podcasts can be found.
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