Client Focused . Performance Driven is the HNG Focus
At Hospitality Network Group at Keller Williams, we believe real estate is about more than buying or selling a property. It's about understanding your goals, recognizing opportunities, and making informed decisions that work for you.
Led by Ken and Vikki Grodner, our team serves homebuyers, sellers, and real estate investors throughout Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and surrounding Alabama communities. From first-time purchases and relocations to investment properties, college student housing, and gameday getaways, we bring a thoughtful, strategic approach to every transaction.
What matters most to us is the relationship behind the real estate. We take the time to listen, ask the right questions, and help you understand not just what's possible, but what makes sense for your situation.
Whether you're making your first move or your next investment, we're here to provide the insight, communication, and support you need to move forward with confidence.
Client focused. Performance driven.
Where We Serve
Hospitality Network Group (HNG) agents are knowledgeable regarding the entire state of Alabama and specifically the Tuscaloosa, Birmingham and Gulf coast markets, as well as in Houston, Texas.
HNG agents are your GO-TO Realtors, whether you are a current or future resident of our state.
We specialize in working with out-of-state buyers:
- looking for housing and a smart investment option for their student;
- looking to relocate or retire to the state; or
- looking for a vacation home.
Our Experience
As a licensed Realtor® and Certified Interior Decorator (CID), Vikki is able to offer a unique perspective to her clients – using her skills in both areas to help them sell, find and/or buy their dream homes.
Vikki is trained as a Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE), an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), and a Real Estate Collaboration Specialist - Divorce. She also has earned the valuable Graduate, Realtor® Institute (GRI) designation, which demonstrates in-depth knowledge of regulatory issues, technology, standards, and the RE sales process.
Resources for You
Are you a first time home buyer who does not know where to begin with the process?
Are you moving to the area and want insights from a local resident and Realtor® to find the best solution for your situation?
Are you a parent, with a student coming to school in Alabama, who wants to invest in real estate as opposed to paying rent for 4+ years? Or a place to stay when you visit?
Are you selling and want help getting your house ready to earn top dollar?
Meet Our Team
Vikki Grodner
Realtor®, Co-Owner, & Rainmaker
Vikki Grodner is one of the most tVikki is a trusted and highly recommended real estate agent in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, one of the top college-town investment and short-term rental markets in the country. As co-owner of the Hospitality Network Group at Keller Williams, she is a leading expert for parents buying for their University of Alabama students, as well as investors acquiring student rentals, short-term rentals, and gameday properties near Bryant-Denny Stadium. She also represents luxury buyers and sellers throughout Tuscaloosa and Northport.
As both a Licensed Realtor® and Certified Interior Decorator (CID), Vikki brings a valuable blend of market analysis, staging and design insight, and negotiation strategy—helping clients prepare homes for sale, evaluate investment potential, and increase long-term property value.
Who Vikki Helps:
– Parents purchasing housing for UA students
– Investors seeking student rentals, STRs, and gameday properties
– Luxury buyers and sellers of $1M+ homes
– Out-of-state buyers entering the Tuscaloosa market
– Seniors and families navigating major life transitions
Professional Training:
• RENE — Real Estate Negotiation Expert
• ABR — Accredited Buyer Representative
• SRES — Senior Real Estate Specialist
• RCS-D — Real Estate Collaboration Specialist – Divorce
• GRI — Graduate, REALTOR® Institute
Clients choose Vikki for her strategic expertise, concierge-level support, and deep knowledge of Tuscaloosa’s real estate and investment markets. Her local insight and client-first approach consistently position her as one of the top real estate agents in Tuscaloosa for parents, investors, and luxury buyers.
Ken Grodner
Realtor®, Co-Owner, & Certified Divorce Specialist
Ken is a trusted real estate agent in Birmingham, Alabama and co-owner of the Hospitality Network Group at Keller Williams, one of the most highly recommended real estate teams in the Birmingham and Tuscaloosa markets. He is known for his strong communication, market knowledge, and ability to guide clients through complex transactions with clarity and confidence.
Ken specializes in helping:
Buyers and sellers throughout the Birmingham metro area, including Homewood, Hoover, Vestavia, Mountain Brook, and Lakeview
Medical professionals relocating to UAB Hospital and surrounding healthcare districts
Investors seeking high-demand rental properties and long-term appreciation
Luxury buyers and sellers in the $750k–$2M+ range
Parents investing in housing for college students across Central Alabama
Clients value Ken for his professionalism, strategy-first approach, and ability to deliver a seamless experience from consultation to closing. His leadership within the Hospitality Network Group has helped establish the team as a top choice for relocation, investment, and residential real estate in Alabama. His insight and service consistently position him as one of the top real estate agents in Birmingham for buyers, sellers, and investors.
Griffin Brantley
Realtor®
Griffin Brantley is a dedicated real estate professional with the Hospitality Network Group at Keller Williams, one of the top real estate teams serving Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, Alabama. As a Birmingham native and University of Alabama graduate with a degree in Communication Studies and minors in Real Estate and Political Science, Griffin brings strong market knowledge, communication skills, and a deep understanding of Alabama communities.
Griffin is committed to helping buyers, sellers, parents, and investors navigate the Birmingham market with confidence. His local expertise and client-focused approach make him a valuable resource for anyone relocating to the area, purchasing near UAB, or exploring Alabama’s growing real estate opportunities.
Outside of real estate, Griffin enjoys studying history, watching documentaries, playing the trumpet, and learning German and Polish—interests that reinforce his curiosity, discipline, and attention to detail.
Griffin’s blend of local roots, academic training, and strong communication skills makes him a trusted partner for clients working with the Hospitality Network Group, one of the most recommended real estate teams in Central and West Alabama.
Kobi Miller
Realtor®
Kobi Miller, originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a licensed real estate professional with the Hospitality Network Group at Keller Williams, one of the top real estate teams serving Tuscaloosa and Birmingham, Alabama. As a current junior at the University of Alabama, Kobi is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management with a minor in Real Estate and plans to continue into an MBA program—giving him a strong foundation in business strategy, market analysis, and property fundamentals.
Kobi’s unique perspective as both a UA student and licensed Realtor® allows him to serve:
• Parents investing in housing for their University of Alabama students
• Students purchasing their first property instead of renting
• Investors exploring Tuscaloosa’s high-demand student-housing and short-term rental market
• Local buyers and sellers needing clear, approachable guidance
His involvement with the Honors College and the Asian American Student Association (AASA) reflects his leadership, communication skills, and strong connection to the campus community—an advantage for anyone seeking real, on-the-ground insight into Tuscaloosa’s neighborhoods and student lifestyle.
In his free time, Kobi enjoys watching sports, going to the gym, duck hunting, and playing intramural sports with friends—activities that showcase his energy, discipline, and passion for teamwork.
Kobi’s blend of academic training, campus involvement, and real estate expertise makes him an ideal resource for anyone looking to buy, sell, or invest near the University of Alabama, especially parents and first-time buyers seeking trusted local guidance.
Client Testimonials
I worked with Ken Grodner from KW to purchase my first home. He was great! Polite and professional, and did wonderful job explaining the process and my responsibilities to me since I had never bought a home before. I'd highly recommend working with Ken!
- S. McCoy
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Vikki G. is the very best! She found us the perfect house and was so patient and kind throughout the whole process. We will absolutely continue to work with her when we decide to house-hunt again!
- R. Bond
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Vikki was such a blessing! She helped us purchase our property while we were living out of state. She was professional, concise, attentive, and personable! She knows and loves Tuscaloosa and made herself available to us as we navigated a new town!
- J. Feagans
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Selling a home “for sale by owner” has the attraction of avoiding commission on the sale. If one is lucky enough find the right buyer, good for that person. What we experienced with Ken and Vikki is the power of having someone focusing on the sale, having the power of MLS and having someone familiar with the sale process that can drive the sale. In our case, I worked with Ken and Vikki to conceptualize who a likely buyer would be for our unique condo and then we together came up with a strategy that took advantage of their skills and MLS membership, which made all the difference in the world to us and led to the sale of our Condo. Thanks Ken and Vikki!! Job well done.
- R. Levitt
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Ken Grodner and his wife Vikki helped us throughout our home buying process. As first time home buyers we learned a heck of a lot and Ken guided us along the way. This market is a rough one and we lost several bidding wars before we were able to find our new home. Which took us a whole year! He was dedicated to helping us, and very knowledgeable. He made a difficult process easy and fun! Ken is great! Definitely Recommend!
- R. Jones
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I would like to say my deepest and heartfelt thanks to my realtor for such an awesome job helping me buy and sell my lake home- Vikki Williams Grodner! She went beyond helping me, fixing any issues along the way while I am several hundred miles away. With her sass, wit, humor, kindness, upbeat and very professional demeanor, she just know how to choose the right people at the right time and get things done. Most of all she helped me get my prayers answered by making sure the next homeowner will be a family who will love and enjoy my sanctuary as much as me and Leeka did. Thank you for treating me and Leeka very well. I am highly recommending her to anyone, if you need help buying or selling a property in Alabama to please contact her.
- L. McBride
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I have had the pleasure of working with Ken as the home inspector for several of his clients with my business Alabama Home InspeXions BHM. After seeing how committed he is to the success of his clients, I had the opportunity to work with him as his client when buying my first home. He went above and beyond. He helped create an organized way to work through my options and answered many questions before I knew to ask them. I would definitely recommend working with Ken.
- M. Murphy
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