Karen W. Cooper is a licensed real estate broker and the founder of the Empowering Women in Real Estate® network, where she facilitates professional growth for women navigating mid-career shifts. As the owner of the Platinum Group Real Estate team at Pearson Smith Realty, she leverages over 20 years of industry experience to advocate for sustainable business practices. Cooper hosts the Empowering Women in Real Estate® Podcast and manages the Inner Circle coaching program, focusing on the transition from high-pressure sales tactics to a value-driven approach she labels slow business. She recently launched a dedicated physical and digital magazine to serve her community of over 40,000 members. Her work emphasizes the specific logistical hurdles faced by Realtor Moms, providing framework solutions for time freedom and authentic leadership. Cooper is a frequent speaker at national events such as Inman Connect, where she shares her perspective on balancing high-production real estate teams with intentional personal well-being.