Dottie Herman is a real estate visionary who transformed a local agency into Douglas Elliman, America's third-largest independent real estate company, demonstrating exceptional business acumen and market foresight throughout her four-decade career.
As CEO of Douglas Elliman, Dottie oversees more than 7,000 real estate professionals across 110+ offices nationwide. Her entrepreneurial journey began with a bold $7 million loan to acquire Prudential Long Island Realty, which she expanded before acquiring Manhattan's largest brokerage firm in 2003.
Dottie helps organizations navigate complex market transitions by sharing her expertise in scaling businesses despite economic uncertainties. Her insights on building strategic partnerships—exemplified by Douglas Elliman's global alliance with Knight Frank Residential—provide valuable frameworks for companies seeking sustainable growth in competitive environments.
Audiences gain practical strategies for identifying untapped market opportunities and executing ambitious expansion plans. Dottie's presentations deliver actionable approaches to building resilient company cultures that withstand market fluctuations, drawn from her experience transforming regional agencies into national powerhouses.
Book Dottie Herman for an unfiltered masterclass in entrepreneurial courage from a leader Forbes named "America's Richest Self-Made Woman in Real Estate."
How can I book Dottie Herman for my next event?
Email dottie.herman@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are speaking agents for Dottie Herman. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Dottie Herman's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email dottie.herman@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Dottie directly.
What topics does Dottie Herman specialise in?
Dottie Herman specialises in discussing real estate brokerage, business leadership, philanthropy and more.
What is Dottie Herman's speaking style like?
Dottie delivers insightful and inspiring presentations, showcasing her extensive real estate expertise. Her engaging style and leadership experience resonate with audiences, making her a sought-after speaker in the industry.
Does Dottie Herman offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Dottie Herman offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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