2025 CONFERENCE SPEAKER

Dr. Egypt Sherrod

Dr. Egypt Sherrod – TV Host and CEO of Indigo Road Family of Companies

 

Dr. Egypt Sherrod is a dynamic, Emmy Award–nominated television host, real estate expert, designer, author, and serial entrepreneur whose career spans media, real estate, philanthropy, and design. She is best known as the host and executive producer of HGTV’s top-rated series Married to Real Estate, which drew over 19 million viewers during its broadcast season and continues to air in more than 82 countries.


Egypt’s television legacy also includes the hit series Flipping Virgins and the long-running fan favorite Property Virgins—making her the face of three successful HGTV shows, all currently running in syndication, and solidifying her place as a household name in real estate and lifestyle television.


As the Founder & CEO of the Indigo Road family of companies, Egypt leads a multifaceted business empire that includes:
• Indigo Road Realty, a premier residential brokerage
• Indigo Road Design Group, offering top-tier design services
• Indigo Road Home Furnishings, her signature home décor line


In spring of 2025, Indigo Road Home Furnishings—where comfort and luxury align—made its highly anticipated debut in 307 JCPenney stores nationwide, with expanded availability online via Kohls.com, Amazon.com, Wayfair.com, and BedBathandBeyond.com. Designed with sustainability, style, and functionality at its core, the collection reflects Egypt Sherrod’s mission to make elevated yet livable design accessible to every home.


A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, Egypt co-founded 1000 Women Owned, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting 1,000 women-owned businesses by 2030. Through funding, mentorship, and personalized business support, the initiative fosters a global community where women rise together.