Industry veteran Mary Lee Blaylock now leads Coldwell Banker’s franchise business after just over a year at Sotheby’s International Realty.
Mary Lee Blaylock, president of Sotheby’s International Realty’s brokerage division, has moved to Coldwell Banker, bringing her leadership skills to the brand’s franchise division.
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“Mary Lee is a proven, customer-first leader with deep trust in brokerage, luxury goods and evolving industry dynamics,” Liz Gehringer, president and CEO of Compass International Holdings Brands, said in a prepared statement. “She understands what it takes to support our affiliates with a rare combination of operational rigor and genuine connection to the people at the heart of our business.”
“Mary Lee is the right leader to rise to this moment and energize the network around our vision of ‘One Coldwell Banker’ at such an exciting time for the brand,” she added.
Mr. Blaylock’s career spans more than 30 years and includes executive positions at Edina Realty, HomeServices of America, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, and Sotheby’s International Realty.
Blaylock launched HomeServices of America’s relocation business and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties’ national luxury division. At Sotheby’s International Realty, he led the company’s owned brokerage operations throughout the United States, generating billions of dollars in annual sales.
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Her work has earned her numerous industry honors, including induction into the RISMedia Hall of Fame and Swanepoel Power 200.
Mr. Blaylock will work alongside Kamini Rangappan Rane, who leads Coldwell Banker’s in-house division as president and chief executive officer.
“I am honored to assume the role of president of Coldwell Banker Affiliates to serve this extraordinary and historic network,” Blaylock said in a written statement. “I have long admired Coldwell Banker’s heritage in the industry and look forward to further investing in the strong, unified culture that characterizes this brand.”
She added, “I can’t wait to partner with our real estate professionals to help them grow their businesses, deliver a great customer experience, and help them win in their local markets.”
Mr. Blaylock will succeed Coldwell Banker Affiliates President Jason Waugh, who currently leads HomeServices of America’s insurance subsidiary.
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