NAR Introduces New Podcast Underscoring Importance of Realtor Safety

'Drive With NAR: The Safety Series' will be hosted by former real estate agent, topic expert Tracey Hawkins

WASHINGTON (July 6, 2023) – The National Association of REALTORS® announced today the upcoming launch of a new podcast, Drive with NAR: The Safety Series, set to debut on July 17. This monthly series is the second installment in the member-facing "Drive with NAR" podcast channel, an extension of the REALTOR® Magazine brand.

Guided by a mission to empower real estate professionals in their lives and businesses, Drive With NAR: The Safety Series will highlight real-life experiences, safety tips and expert insights to help NAR members recognize and combat inherent threats in the marketplace.

The podcast will be hosted by Tracey Hawkins, a renowned safety expert and former real estate agent with nearly 30 years of experience advocating for safety in the real estate profession.

"I'm proud to use my platform to inspire actionable change in our field," Hawkins said. "I've been called an innovator because I bring enthusiasm and a different perspective to safety conversations. My goal is to reach every NAR member and help strengthen the safety culture in the industry to ensure we are learning from and adapting to our colleagues' experiences."

Listeners will gain valuable insights from Hawkins, guest experts and fellow Realtors®, as well as practical tips to incorporate safety best practices into their businesses.

"Tracey Hawkins brings a wealth of knowledge, unwavering dedication and profound understanding of safety in the real estate profession," said Jen Hajigeorgiou, director of content strategy at NAR. "Her expertise will undoubtedly help equip real estate agents with tools and knowledge that could one day save their lives."

The National Association of Realtors® is America's largest trade association, representing more than 1.5 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries. The term Realtor® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of Realtors® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.