Scaling a $4B Real Estate Empire from Behind the Scenes | Julia Spillman | EP 77
Scaling a $4B Real Estate Empire from Behind the Scenes | Julia Spillman | EP 77  
Podcast: The Entrepreneur DNA
Published On: Mon Jun 23 2025
Description: In this episode, I sat down with the powerhouse behind one of the most recognized names in luxury real estate — Julia Spillman, CEO of the Eklund Gomes Team. You may know Fredrik Eklund and John Gomes from Million Dollar Listing, but Julia is the operational force that helped grow their business into a $4+ billion empire. We talked about what it really takes to scale, the power of building a brand, and how she leads a national team with grit, discipline, and heart. We also dove into what it means to be a female CEO in a male-dominated industry, how content and storytelling drives real business, and why betting on yourself is always worth it. Julia drops nonstop gems in this one.   --   About Julia Spillman Julia Spillman is the CEO of the Eklund | Gomes Team, one of the most successful luxury real estate teams in the world with over $4 billion in annual sales. Known as the operational force behind the glitz and glamor of Million Dollar Listing, Julia has played a key role in scaling the Eklund Gomes brand into a national powerhouse. From her roots in small-town Kentucky to running a multi-market real estate empire, she brings unmatched leadership, strategy, and heart to the industry. Under her direction, the team has maintained the #1 spot at Douglas Elliman for a decade and expanded across major markets including New York, Miami, LA, and more. 🔗 Connect with Julia Spillman Instagram: @juliaspillman LinkedIn: Julia Spillman Eklund | Gomes Team: eklundgomesteam.com   -- Thank you to Mando for supporting today's podcast! Stay Fresh, Stay Confident with Mando! Tired of body odor? Mando Whole Body Deodorant keeps you fresh for up to 72 hours—pits, feet, and everywhere in between. Grab the Starter Pack and get $5 off (over 40% off!) with code [COLBY] at ShopMando.com. Smell fresher, stay drier, and boost your confidence. Get yours today! -- About Justin: After investing in real estate for over 18 years and almost 3000 deals done, Justin has created a business that generates 7 figures in active income through wholesaling and fix and flipping as well as accumulating millions of dollars of rental properties including 5 apartment buildings, 50+ single family homes, and 1 storage facility Justins longevity in real estate is due to his ability to look around the corners, adapt to changing markets, perfecting Raising private capital, and focusing on lead generation which allows him to not just wholesale and fix & flip, but also accumulate wealth through long term holds. His success in real estate led him to start The Entrepreneur DNA podcast and The Science Of Flipping podcast and education company, and REI LIVE where he’s actively doing deals with members. He has coached and mentored thousands of aspiring and active investors over the last decade. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @thejustincolby YouTube: Justin Colby TikTok: @justincolbytsof LinkedIn: Justin Colby