Liz Landry: From Operator to Owner

Liz Landry: From Operator to Owner

Author: Veronica Malolos, CCIM September 8, 2026 Duration: 28:17

In this episode of Women Influencers, I sit down with Liz Landry, a leadership coach, motivational speaker, and longtime Keller Williams leader who has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and real estate professionals build thriving businesses.

Liz shares how her desire for independence led her from managing multimillion-dollar retail stores as a teenager to launching her own real estate business at just 23 years old. When the housing market collapsed, she was forced to learn how to lead herself, support her team, and navigate a business through one of the most challenging periods in the industry’s history.

We discuss the transition from being the operator at the center of everything to becoming the owner of a business that can stand on its own. Liz explains why working harder can only take an entrepreneur so far, how leaders create growth by developing other leaders, and why the habits that helped build a business may eventually become the very things holding it back.

When asked what advice she would give to other leaders and entrepreneurs, Liz encourages them to begin developing their leadership skills sooner than they think they need to. Leadership takes time, and waiting until a business has already grown can leave its people, systems, and owner struggling to keep up.

“Start earlier than you think.” — Liz Landry

Connect with Veronica:

https://capstrata.com/

https://www.instagram.com/floridacommercialist/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-malolos-ccim-401649218/

Connect with Liz:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizlandry/

https://www.instagram.com/thelizlandry/

https://a.co/d/0eouNdfB

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Hosted by Veronica Malolos, CCIM-Founder and CEO of Capital Stack Real Estate Group-the Women Influencers podcast moves beyond surface-level success stories to explore the nuanced realities of leadership, ambition, and personal philosophy. Each conversation delves into the practical strategies and formative experiences of women who have shaped their fields, with a particular lens on business and commercial real estate. These are not just interviews; they are deep dives into the decisions, setbacks, and pivotal moments that define a career. Veronica’s background as an operator in the Greater Orlando market informs a grounded, insightful dialogue that resonates whether you’re building a company, navigating a corporate ladder, or redefining your own path. The discussions naturally span categories from concrete business tactics to broader cultural and societal themes, reflecting the multifaceted lives these influencers lead. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone seeking authentic perspective, emphasizing that influence is cultivated through resilience and insight as much as through achievement. Listen for candid reflections on balancing ambition with life’s other demands, the philosophical underpinnings of a leadership style, and the often-unspoken challenges of carving out space in competitive industries. It’s a series dedicated to amplifying voices that not only succeed but also thoughtfully pave the way for others.
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