Julia Lashay Israel is a trailblazing leader in the real estate industry, serving as the Head of Inclusion and Belonging at Keller Williams Realty International and the Operating Principal of Keller Williams Integrity Lakes. Renowned for her dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, and leadership development, Julia has emerged as a powerful force, shaping the future of real estate through innovation and education.

A sought-after speaker on both national and international stages, Julia has inspired over 100,000 professionals through high-energy presentations, including her TEDx Talk and a coveted spot as one of 100 speakers selected out of over 1,300 to speak at the REALTOR® Conference & Expo. Her groundbreaking courses, “The Agent of Distinction” and “The Color of Real Estate”, have educated over 30,000 real estate professionals, making her a key figure in advancing cultural competency in the industry.

Beyond her work as an educator, Julia is a recognized thought leader, with regular contributions to Inman News and REALTOR® Magazine. She is also the co-host of ‘The Color of Money’ podcast, where she explores critical topics around wealth building and financial literacy.

Julia’s accomplishments have earned her widespread recognition, including the 2020 Exceptional Service Award, the 2021 Go Getter Award, and being named among the Top 100 Most Influential People to Watch in Texas in 2022. Real Trends highlighted her as an emerging leader in 2022, and she has been celebrated as a RISMedia Newsmaker in both 2021 and 2023.