In the dynamic world of real estate, few professionals manage to blend business acumen with a profound commitment to social impact as seamlessly as Justin Landis. As the CEO of Bolst, Inc, an Atlanta, Georgia-based real estate firm that expanded to Alpharetta in 2024, Justin has dedicated his 18-year career to redefining what a real estate brokerage can achieve. His vision centers on creating accessible homeownership and fostering community well-being, a mission clearly articulated on the company’s website, bolst.homes.
Justin’s approach to real estate is purpose-driven, emphasizing community impact, accessible homeownership, and robust agent development. He specializes in crafting systems and training programs that empower real estate agents to cultivate sustainable businesses, all while serving the broader community. His work extends beyond transactions, focusing on expanding access to housing, supporting clients at every stage, from first-time buyers to luxury homeowners, and creating pathways for renters and housing-vulnerable individuals to achieve stability. Under his leadership, Bolst, Inc has integrated social impact into its core operations, partnering with nonprofits, investing in local communities, and embedding service into its brokerage model. Justin is also deeply committed to mentorship, guiding agents to build relationship-driven businesses founded on trust, long-term client care, and ethical real estate practices.
What truly sets Bolst, Inc apart is its unwavering commitment to impact, not as a peripheral initiative, but as an intrinsic part of its business model. The company is dedicated to demonstrating that a real estate brokerage can be both highly productive and deeply purpose-driven. In December of 2025, Bolst became the first real estate brokerage in Georgia to earn certification as a Certified B Corporation, joining a global movement of companies committed to using business as a force for good. While more than 8,000 companies across over 90 countries have achieved B Corp status, only a small fraction are based in the United States, and fewer still operate within residential real estate, making Bolst’s certification particularly rare within the industry. This designation is specifically significant in the residential real estate industry, as the industry is measured by transaction volume and agent independent contractor models, making B Corp standards difficult to apply. Bolst’s certification signals a different approach—one where success is measured not only by homes sold, but by the long-term impact those transactions have on individuals and communities. For Justin, this milestone represents the culmination of efforts to prove that a real estate brokerage can grow a thriving business while actively doing good: expanding housing access and investing in the well-being of the communities we serve.
Beyond its B Corp certification, Bolst, Inc has made substantial contributions to community welfare. A prime example is the Bolst Foundation, where more than 300 agents united to award $110,000 in Giving Tuesday matching grants in Q4 2025 alone, with additional initiatives planned. These grants supported nonprofits tirelessly working on long-term housing solutions, including Hope Atlanta, HomeStretch, Atlanta Land Trust, Gateway Center, Georgia Works, and the Andrew P. Stewart Center. This collective effort funded programs that create pathways to permanent housing, positively impacting over 400 individuals across the region. Justin firmly believes that real estate should expand housing access, not merely facilitate transactions, a philosophy that drives their focus on first-time buyers and those navigating housing instability.
The genesis of Bolst, Inc itself is rooted in a bold idea with significant community impact. In 2018, Justin and his team, The Justin Landis Group, launched the “90 in 90” campaign, aiming to help 90 buyers in 90 days while simultaneously raising $90,000 to combat homelessness in Atlanta. Achieving this ambitious milestone proved the profound potential of aligning everyday real estate work with meaningful community contributions. This success inspired the creation of Bolst, Inc, a brokerage purposefully built on community and impact.
Under Justin Landis’s leadership, Bolst, Inc continues to pave the way for a more ethical and impactful real estate industry. By prioritizing accessible homeownership, nurturing agent growth, and embedding social responsibility into every facet of its operations, the firm exemplifies how businesses can thrive while making a tangible difference. For insights into their ongoing initiatives and community engagement, connect with Bolst, Inc on Instagram.
