BrokeragesOusted Elliman CEO returns to Corcoran; KW names general counselScott Durkin, who was removed from his previous brokerage during a leadership shakeup, will now work as a broker. Plus, KW VP Kendra Newman gets promoted.Real Estate News StaffOctober 8, 2025
IndustryNew presidents at HomeSmart, NAMB; MBA COO to retireTech and brokerage leader Stacey Onnen joins HomeSmart; MBA announces 9 promotions as COO Marcia Davies prepares to leave; Kimber White now president at NAMB.Real Estate News StaffOctober 1, 2025
IndustryNAR hires events VP; Freddie Mac appoints general counselAmanda Whitehead joins NAR "as part of our strategic efforts to continue to add and prove value to Realtors," said CEO Nykia Wright. Real Estate News StaffSeptember 26, 2025
IndustryOpendoor taps longtime finance exec as interim CFOThe leadership shifts continue as Christy Schwartz, who has also served as the iBuyer’s chief accounting officer, steps into a role she held from 2022-2024.AJ LaTrace, Dave GallagherSeptember 19, 2025
TechMoxiWorks continues to fortify its executive teamReal estate marketing and tech veteran Kim Koraca has been named chief marketing officer as the proptech eyes growth and "competitive differentiation."Meghan RoosSeptember 18, 2025
IndustryChristie’s, MetroList prioritize growth with new leadership rolesG. Scott Hurlock is now SVP of strategic growth at Christie’s, while MetroList appointed Brian Groth to serve as its first director of sales and marketing.Real Estate News StaffUpdated September 11, 2025
IndustryOpendoor names new CEO: ‘The right leader for the AI era’Kaz Nejatian, the former COO at Shopify, fills the vacancy left by ex-CEO Carrie Wheeler, while Opendoor's co-founders return as board members.Meghan RoosSeptember 10, 2025
IndustryNAR antitrust lawyer now chief legal officer at CompassThe appointment of Ethan Glass, lead counsel in the commissions cases, underscores Compass’ “unwavering commitment to seller choice,” CEO Robert Reffkin said.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 9, 2025
IndustryRealtor.com invests in tech, growth with new CTOA 20-year technology veteran has joined the company to lead tech strategy and “accelerate innovation.” Meanwhile, Rocket’s president is set to retire. Real Estate News StaffAugust 25, 2025
IndustryA new leader takes the reins at Motto MortgageVic Lombardo will lead Motto Mortgage as RE/MAX Holdings’ new president of mortgage services. Plus, the Greater Tulsa Association of Realtors names a new CEO.Real Estate News StaffAugust 18, 2025
IndustryKW’s new CMO to focus on ‘what makes our agents unforgettable’Sandra Howard brings major-brand experience and award-winning skills to the role, which she calls “a marketer’s dream,” due to Keller Williams’ strong culture.Real Estate News StaffAugust 13, 2025
IndustryNAR adds seasoned litigator; Baltimore association hires CEOAndowah Newton will become NAR’s vice president, litigation, and associate general counsel at the end of the month; John Geha joins GBBR as its new CEO.Real Estate News StaffAugust 7, 2025
IndustryNAR hires trademark attorney; MoxiWorks VP moves to C-suiteVP of Legal Affairs Leslie Nettleford-Freeman hired to protect the Realtor brand. Plus, MoxiWorks appoints chief customer officer; Fannie Mae adds board member.Real Estate News StaffJuly 25, 2025
BrokeragesCompass invests in data with hiring of Altos Research’s Mike SimonsenSimonsen, whose data company was bought by HW Media in 2022, will be the brokerage's first chief economist after getting "a very compelling offer" from its CEO.AJ LaTraceJuly 14, 2025
IndustryMidwest market leader elevates brokerage head as CEO steps downGreg Mason moves into an advisory role at Edina Realty Home Services after 11 years as the top exec, while Edina Realty President Sharry Schmid takes the helm.Real Estate News StaffJuly 8, 2025
BrokeragesAnywhere appoints new head of communicationsBarri Rafferty, a media relations pro with prior CEO experience, will lead Anywhere’s communications teams as the brokerage eyes new growth opportunities.Real Estate News StaffJune 23, 2025
IndustryHomeServices adds coaching pro, brokerage CEO to executive teamJimmy Burgess will lead coaching efforts, while Long Realty CEO Renee Gonzales was named VP of core services integrations. Plus, NMB adds chief culture officer.Real Estate News StaffUpdated June 20, 2025
MLS/AssnPeople on the Move: NAR adds 2 comms veterans to shape its storyFormer Semafor GM Bennett Richardson and Raffi Williams, who worked at FHFA and HUD, will step into their new leadership roles on May 31.Real Estate News StaffMay 29, 2025
IndustryPeople on the Move: CMLS leader to step down; Compass adds M&A execLongtime CMLS CEO Denee Evans plans to leave the association at the end of the year, while Compass, Lofty and Rechat add growth-focused leaders.Real Estate News StaffMay 22, 2025
BrokeragesGavin Swartzman takes over as president of Christie’s Real EstateThe former CEO of Peerage Realty Partners will guide the luxury brand’s global expansion efforts. Plus, Pacific Sotheby’s Realty welcomes a new leader.Real Estate News StaffMay 19, 2025