Keys to the Emerald Coast
Unlocking success, one conversation at a time
Welcome to Keys to the Emerald Coast, the official podcast of Emerald Coast Association of Realtors. Each episode, we’ll unlock the latest news, market insights, advocacy updates, and upcoming events that matter to you, our members. Whether you’re a seasoned Realtor or new to the industry, we share tips, conversations, and success stories to help you thrive in this ever-changing market. From the sugar-white beaches to the quiet countryside, we’re bringing the entire Emerald Coast real estate community together, one key at a time.
Keys to the Emerald Coast
A Decade of Leadership & The Road to 2026 with Cathy Alley
In this insightful episode of Keys to the Emerald Coast, hosts Chad Nelson and Maria Howell sit down with Cathy Alley, ECAR’s 2025 President-Elect and Treasurer, for a candid conversation about leadership, progress, and the future of the real estate profession along the Emerald Coast.
With more than ten years since her first presidency, Cathy brings a rare depth of perspective. She reflects on how ECAR, the market, and the industry have evolved—and what has surprised her most along the way. From there, she looks ahead to 2026, sharing her vision, the big initiatives she hopes to champion, and how she plans to continue moving ECAR forward.
Listeners will also get a peek behind the curtain at the crucial but often unseen work ECAR does every day to protect, support, and empower its members. Cathy breaks down the advocacy efforts, education planning, legal protections, and technology decisions that REALTORS® rarely see but rely on constantly.
Rounding out the episode, Cathy offers practical insight on what REALTORS® should be preparing for as we approach 2026 and beyond, plus a heartfelt reflection on why her passion for leading ECAR remains as strong as ever.
