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Premiere Group’s CEO David Keener on the success of his member-owned model
33 minutes Posted Aug 25, 2025 at 11:00 am.
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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down with David Keener, the CEO of Premiere Group at Real Brokerage. Over the past 8 years, Premiere has expanded to over 27 states and almost 300 agents across the U.S.; they joined Real just eight months ago. 
David talks about the innovative structure of the Premiere teamerage and the potential of ancillary services like mortgage and title. He also talks about using the firm’s status as a C corporation to maximize its shareholders and leveraging Real's API tools to enhance agent success.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
How Premiere Group’s member-owned model fosters high retention and collective success
The strategic transition to a C corporation and its impact on agent involvement
The role of technology and business intelligence in driving growth and efficiency
The benefits of dual licensing and ancillary services for increased agent income
Leadership principles that emphasize setting an example and fostering community
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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.