From the vault, in this episode we celebrate these powerful women—Tye Barnett, Daisy Danao, and Ashley Levin—who are driving innovation and inclusivity in the real estate industry. Grab your cafecito and join me as I dive deep into how they embody diversity, equity, and inclusion in their real estate businesses and communities.
Meet The Leaders
- Tye Barnett: School Director & Event Planner, Harry Norman REALTORS®,
Tye.Barnett@harrynorman.com
What Fuels Their Passion for DEI
- Each of my guests shares their thoughts on how real estate intersects with social equity and housing opportunities.
- Daisy’s vision for inclusivity in real estate is for every buyer to feel as though they can live anywhere they want. She believes it is the agent's responsibility to make clients feel welcome and empowered throughout the home buying process, regardless of their challenges.
- Ashley emphasizes that everyone deserves a fair shot at homeownership and financial stability. She shares how real estate influences how people experience the world, grow, and evolve. Acknowledging existing housing inequalities, Ashley advocates for implementing best practices in real estate to help transform individuals’ lives and build stronger communities.
- Ty highlights the importance of addressing systemic inequalities and educating real estate professionals on unconscious biases. She explains how fostering inclusivity ensures that everyone has equal access to housing opportunities, which contributes to social equity, economic stability, and community well-being.
DEI Initiatives That Inspire
- The guests highlight impactful programs:
- Ty champions initiatives like back-to-school drives and partnerships with Ronald McDonald House.
- Ashley celebrates programs like autism awareness collaborations, which brought education and free housing resources to families.
- Daisy shares the success of neighborhood tours and cultural education to connect agents with diverse communities.
Favorite Quotes and Book Recommendations
- Ty shares that her favorite quote is by the late, great Maya Angelou: “When you know better, you do better.” She truly believes that when we know better and do better, we can teach others to do better.
- Daisy recommends the book The Indian Card by Carrie Lowery Schutpelts. The author conducts interviews and tells the story of how people from a certain Native American tribe face difficulty enrolling in their community due to government processes put in place years ago. Daisy's favorite quote is from her mom, who recites a poem called Sin of Omission: "It's not the things you do, dear. It's the things you leave undone that leave a little bit of heartache at the setting of the sun."
- Ashley’s favorite book is The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein. Ashley finds that the book isn’t just a read but a tool that shapes how she sees the world. She also shares her favorite quote from the Vice President of Inclusion at Netflix, Verna Myers: “Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance.”
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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