eXp promotes exec with ‘360-degree view’ to help the firm scale
Wendy Forsythe climbs the ranks after 2 years as CMO. Plus, Dan Firda now CEO at Brands by Integra; Sotheby’s names regional leader; NTREIS hires MLS tech exec.
June 8, 2026
People on the Move
- Florida, NYC indies add to leadership teams; luxury exec leaves CBMichael Saunders & Co. appoints chief information officer; Decode Real Estate names founding partner; Global Luxury VP Michael Altneu departs Coldwell Banker.May 28, 2026
- B&W appoints a new Baird to the board, promotes presidentChicago’s largest indie brokerage continues its family-led tradition as Lucy Baird joins the C-suite and board, while Laura Ellis takes on a new role.May 15, 2026
- Lone Wolf shakes up leadership team; United names regional VPThe software company has appointed a new CTO, chief innovation officer and chief customer officer, while David Bohm joins United’s operations in Philadelphia.May 14, 2026
More People on the Move
- A CEO transition at HSF Affiliates; Compass exec promotedJason Waugh to take the helm at HSF Affiliates in 2027. Plus, a new leader at Coldwell Banker Affiliates; Compass names president of integrated services; more.Updated May 8, 2026
- CMLS CEO to depart; Compass names people leader; new CEO at BuffiniDenee Evans steps down on May 31. Plus, Anywhere's Tanya Reu-Narvaez retains C-suite role at Compass International Holdings; Darin Dawson now CEO at Buffini.May 1, 2026
- KW adds C-suite role; Elliman names national brokerage presidentChristopher Brodhead will serve as KW’s new chief revenue officer. Plus, Lena Johnson to lead brokerage operations at Elliman; CIH hires home sale pro; more.April 28, 2026
- HomeServices names new SVP; ENRG appoints brokerage leaderLacey Conway, formerly president of Long & Foster, is now SVP at HomeServices of America. Plus, Donnie Pingaro promoted to chief brokerage officer at ENRG.April 22, 2026
- Elliman hires chief of staff; new presidents at NAHREP, JPARAreeje Akhtar Oriol joins Douglas Elliman as the CEO’s chief of staff. Plus, Edwin Acevedo begins his term at NAHREP; JPAR Real Estate promotes Tony Delgado.Updated April 8, 2026
- Compass promotes a ‘trusted leader’; KW elevates 25-year veteranRory Golod is now president of growth at Compass International Holdings, while Jason Abrams is Keller Williams’ new chief industry and strategy officer.Updated March 31, 2026
- Compass names new CTO; CoStar expands board of directorsShay Artzi is now chief technology officer at Compass International Holdings. Plus, CoStar adds independent board member; E&V Florida’s CEO leaves post.Updated March 16, 2026
- Business dev exec joins Howard Hanna NYC; a new CEO at ZumperHal Gavzie brings 25-plus years of brokerage leadership experience to Howard Hanna NYC. Plus, Zumper appoints a new CEO; longtime MLS leader embraces new role.Updated March 11, 2026
- Real elevates team leader to executive growth roleWith agent count now topping 33,000, The Real Brokerage is looking to become “more intentional in how we grow and in pushing growth,” CEO Tamir Poleg said.March 9, 2026
- New CEO takes the reins at Stellar MLSShayne Fairley steps into the role formerly held by Merri Jo Cowen. Plus, Sotheby’s Canada names new president; IVRE appoints chief growth officer; more.Updated March 5, 2026
- Compass makes C-suite appointment; Zillow promotes 3 leadersAnywhere’s top accounting exec is now CAO at Compass. Plus, Zillow elevates rentals, comms leaders; BPP installs board members; DeCaro Auctions names a new CEO.February 25, 2026
- REMAX names new president; tech exec joins Offerpad boardA year after joining REMAX, Chris Lim has been appointed president. Plus, Tela Gallagher Mathias joins Offerpad’s board; NAHB names 2026 leaders.February 18, 2026
- Lone Wolf taps new CEO; Fathom names VP of growthMatt Fischer takes the reins at the proptech giant. Plus, Stephanie Verderose becomes Fathom’s first-ever VP of growth; Rocket exec Mike Fawaz steps down.February 17, 2026
- A promotion at Hanna; new execs at MoxiWorks, Bluegrass RealtorsMollie Hanna Lang shifts into an expanded role at the independent firm. Plus, MoxiWorks appoints new VP; Kentucky association names 2026 president; more.February 13, 2026
- ARMLS CEO to retire; ATTOM makes C-suite appointmentMatt Consalvo will leave his post at ARMLS in 2027. Plus, Kara Taylor is named ATTOM’s chief growth officer; John R. Wood Christie’s names a new VP of sales.February 9, 2026
- Offerpad adds to C-suite; new regional VP at Coldwell BankerThe iBuyer has bulked up it leadership team with new executive roles focused on analytics and strategy; Hanna Gorka to lead CB’s Midwest operations.Updated February 4, 2026
- Chief AI officer to accelerate Bright’s ‘AI-native MLS’ visionRajeev Sajja to drive “responsible AI” at Bright. Plus, Lacey Conway named president of HSoA's Long & Foster brand; Cloze appoints head of community.Updated January 28, 2026
- Chris Heller a ‘force multiplier’ for Place’s expansionThe former KW CEO joins Place as chief revenue officer. Plus, Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors names its 2026 president; new leaders at The Agency.January 22, 2026
- SERHANT appoints CTO; Florida Realtors, LIBOR install presidentsTech veteran Greg Chan will drive SERHANT's in-house workflow automation platform. Plus, the MBA has a new CFO, and Realty.com adds a chief growth officer.January 12, 2026
- New CEO at Freddie Mac; AI pro joins KW coaching divisionLongtime financial services exec Kenny Smith becomes Freddie Mac’s new CEO. Plus, Patrick Ferry joins KW MAPS Coaching as a senior advisor in digital marketing.December 17, 2025
