May West
Written by Dave Danielson | Photos by Ezekiel E. Photography
As a real estate agent with Keller Williams Advantage, May West has built a business that feels deeply personal, blending her passion for people, homes, and local culture into a brand that resonates far beyond traditional real estate marketing.
Licensed in January of 2018, May’s journey into the industry began organically. In her mid-twenties, she was working in network marketing, building an online presence and learning how to connect with people digitally. While the flexibility of working from home had its advantages, she recognized that many MLM ventures eventually run their course. Around that same time, May found herself drawn—again and again—to homes, interior design, and Zillow scrolling sessions that felt less like a pastime and more like a calling.
With her mother working on staff at Keller Williams, real estate wasn’t unfamiliar territory. “I decided to get my license as a passion project,” May says, believing it would complement her existing work. For nearly three years, she balanced both network marketing and real estate side by side before making the decision to go all in.
Finding Her Niche Through Branding
Where May is today looks very different from where she began—and that evolution didn’t happen overnight. Early in her career, she kept her worlds separate, never blending her online presence with real estate. But as the years passed, something clicked.
After five years in the business, May discovered her niche: authentic, community-driven branding. Leveraging the audience she had already built, she reintroduced herself—not just as a Realtor, but as a local guide. Today, May has a social media following just under 25,000, with nearly 40 percent of those followers based in Tulsa.
Her brand tagline, “Making Tulsa Feel Like Home,” is more than a slogan—it’s a mission. May regularly highlights local businesses, neighborhoods, restaurants, and hidden gems throughout the city. She works closely with small business owners and intentionally positions her platform as a resource for people relocating to Tulsa.
“I want someone to follow me because they love Tulsa,” she explains, “and then when they’re ready to move, it’s seamless—they already trust me.”
That strategy has paid off. May generates 100 percent of her business through social media and referrals, creating a steady pipeline built entirely on relationships and trust.
Adding Value Through Design
In 2023, as the market shifted and uncertainty grew—particularly with the introduction of new buyer broker agreements—May knew she needed to further differentiate herself. The answer came naturally: staging.
With a lifelong love for interior design, May launched Harrison House Staging, initially offering services exclusively to her real estate clients. The response was immediate. What began as an added value quickly became a standalone success.
Today, Harrison House Staging has multiple sets actively rented out—not just to May’s clients, but to other agents as well. The venture has allowed her to collaborate with fellow professionals while enhancing listing presentations and outcomes across the board.
What Drives Her Forward
At the core of May’s ambition is balance. She describes herself as highly goal-oriented—someone who loves “doing the most”—but her motivation is rooted in family. Creating a life where she can be present as a mom, supportive as a wife, and fulfilled as a business owner drives every decision she makes.
In 2025, May closed just under $9 million in transaction volume, steadily approaching her long-term goal of becoming a consistent $10 million agent. She’s proud of that growth, especially as a single agent without a showing assistant. With two daughters, she intentionally protects her evenings and weekends, choosing presence over pace.
Life Beyond Real Estate
Outside of work, May is a self-proclaimed “serial hobbyist.” Her interests range from needlepoint and sourdough baking to mahjong and reading—creative outlets that mirror her multifaceted personality.
She and her husband, Sam Harrison, are raising their blended family with daughters Lila and Poppy, and those moments at home provide grounding amid a fast-moving career.
A Go-To for Life, Not Just Closings
May’s ultimate goal is simple: to be her clients’ go-to person. At every closing, she provides a personalized book filled with contracts, vendor referrals, and practical guidance for new homeowners—from filing homestead exemptions to navigating early repairs.
That care doesn’t end at the closing table. “I have ongoing conversations with all of my clients,” she says proudly. Over time, those relationships turn into friendships, and May becomes a trusted resource for everything home-related.
For new agents entering the business, her advice is straightforward: consistency wins. For her clients, the promise is even clearer—a Realtor who doesn’t just help them buy or sell a house, but helps them truly feel at home.
