Week Five Winners

This week’s winners prove that leadership comes in every form, including builders, connectors, creators, and the rare few who can do it all with a grin. They’re the ones shaping brokerage empires, running billion-dollar networks, and still taking your calls with a smile. Some are gatekeepers at the top of the industry, others are the quiet powerhouses who make it all run smoothly. They bring heart, humor, and a little swagger to everything they touch. If real estate had a hall of fame for people who get it done, this group would already have their plaques hanging.

Week Six is sponsored by Courted.

James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson - NextHome

You may know them as the hosts of the Unfiltered Podcast. Or maybe the Leadership of NextHome. But we just know them as James and Uncle Keith. Smart, humble, and hilarious.

Elizabeth Koneru - NAR / .realestate

Champion of one of the smartest domain plays in the business. If you haven’t heard of .realestate yet, you will. Not only is it THE domain to use for “all things real estate,” they also offer websites! Elizabeth is their biggest cheerleader, and their growth has been impressive.

Chris Sears - HomeServices of America

Chris holds the unenviable job of being the gatekeeper for all tech companies that want to work with Home Services of America. He does an amazing job… and he still takes our calls with a smile.

Corey McCloskey - John R. Wood CIRE

Running a real estate brokerage is tough these days, but Corey makes it look easy. Corey runs her company with grace and she’s earned every step of her rise. She’s the kind of leader people actually want to follow.

Grant Devine - Anywhere Real Estate

Grant runs the vendor program for Anywhere, and has always been a friend to Maverix. Grant’s all about mutual wins and partnership over politics.

Stephen Kowalchuk - CMA (Corporate Management Advisors)

The go-to for talent in this space. Whether you’re hiring or getting hired, Stephen’s fingerprints are on the best moves being made.

Angie Bird- Crye-Leike Real Estate

Marketer, technologist, author of a children’s book, ballroom dancer, eternal optimist. Angie is proof you can do it all… and do it joyfully.

Brooks Burton - Windermere Real Estate

Brooks is as smart as they come, and Windermere has made tremendous progress under his leadership as COO. What we love most is that when he says no, he always says it with a smile.

John Perry - ARC Realty

Quietly brilliant. Always open to new ideas and a longtime Maverix supporter. A hidden gem in this industry, and incredibly willing to share his expertise.

Gary Ashton - Ashton Real Estate Group / RE/MAX Advantage

From Leeds, UK to leading the #1 RE/MAX team in the world, Gary’s willingness to take risks and invest in people have propelled his growth. Gary’s not just a legend… he’s also a Liverpool fan, just ask him.