Brenda Hayden

Brenda Hayden is a highly accomplished Realtor®/Broker with Keller Williams Realty Unlimited, known for her leadership, service, and impact in the real estate industry. With more than two decades of experience, she continues to set the standard for professionalism and advocacy in real estate across North and South Carolina.

Education:
Bachelor of Science – Northeastern University, Boston
Master of Business Administration – Queens University Charlotte

Real Estate Leadership & Recognition:
President, Canopy Realtor® Association (2019)
Canopy Realtor® of the Year (2022)
Past Chair, Real Estate & Building Industry Coalition (REBIC)

Current Role:
2025 President-Elect, NC REALTORS®
2026 President, NC REALTORS® (incoming)
Advocacy Focus: Championing private property rights and promoting the benefits of being a REALTOR®

Professional Affiliations:
National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB)
Asian American Real Estate Association of America (AAREA)
Leadership and committee service at local, state, and national levels

Community & Civic Engagement:
Canopy Housing Foundation (since 2005):
Chair, Fair and Affordable Housing Advisory Group
Member, Realtors® Care Day Core Committee, Housing Committee, and Pearl Society
Former Board of Directors Member

Civic Roles:
City of Charlotte Community Relations Committee
Quality of Life Focus Group
Incentive-Based Inclusionary Housing Advisory Committee

Current Leadership:
2025 Chair, Dream Key Partners Board of Directors
2025 Federal Political Coordinator for NC Congressional District 12

Personal Life
Family: Married to James Hayden, Sr.; proud parent and grandparent

Hobbies & Interests:
Bodybuilding and fitness
Quality time with family
Volunteering with nonprofit organizations focused on eliminating homelessness