Philip J. Yeager

A third-generation realtor and entrepreneur, Mr. Yeager was the regional founder and chair of the board of Century 21 South America, Mexico, and Brazil. Before entering the field, Mr. Yeager served proudly as a pilot for the United States Air Force, logging over 6000 flight hours. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in business at Claremont McKenna College and studying real estate and law at Ohio State University, he earned his California real estate sales and broker licenses. Mr. Yeager specialized in real estate sales and listings until 1972, when he transitioned to a business leadership role with Century 21. Under his guidance, more than 1,000 Century 21 branch offices opened throughout Central and South America, in addition to his work establishing two United States sales territories and as part-owner of Century 21 Greater Europe. Widely regarded as an industry expert, Mr. Yeager spoke and published extensively on a variety of topics in real estate and credited his success to his leadership skills and dedication. While acknowledging his many professional successes, Mr. Yeager considered his marriage, family, and military service to be his greatest accomplishments and advised others that success was always possible.