The industry veteran has announced that she will step down from her role as an advisor to Anywhere in December 2024, following her official retirement in April 2023. She will now help build relationships and trust with NAR and serve as special advisor to CEO Nikia Wright.
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Industry veteran Shelley Criss has joined the National Association of Realtors as an independent consultant and special advisor to CEO Nikia Wright, the association announced Monday morning.
NAR said in a press release that Chris intends to help professional associations build relationships, trust and expand collaboration with brokerage industry leaders as the industry continues to adapt to the post-settlement landscape. stated in a release.
Nikia Wright
“Shelly brings unparalleled expertise and a unique and well-informed perspective on the real estate brokerage industry, which will strengthen collaboration between NAR and our industry partners and strengthen collaboration across the sector. “This is critical to our ability to do what we do best,” Wright said in a statement. “Her ability to make meaningful connections and provide a positive perspective will help guide NAR’s approach to meeting the complex and diverse needs of the real estate community.”
Chris spent nearly 20 years at Anywhere Real Estate Inc. and prior to that served as CEO of Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate (BHGRE) and ERA Real Estate. Previously, he served as COO of Coldwell Banker Real Estate.
During his time at BHGRE and ERA, Chris was instrumental in significant brand growth, with BHGRE expanding its footprint to more than 40 states and six countries, and ERA reaching 43 states and 34 countries.
In late December, Chris announced that he would be stepping down from his advisory role at Anywhere. Prior to that, he had retired in the spring of 2023.
Sherry Chris
“I am honored to work with Nykia and the NAR leadership team at such a critical time for the industry,” Chris said in a statement. “My goal is to better understand the concerns and priorities of brokerage leaders across the country and help them create solutions that foster trust, value, and collaboration among so many important stakeholders in real estate. .”
In addition to his leadership roles at the C-suite level, Chris also serves in numerous membership and advocacy groups within the industry, including serving as Chairman of the Board for NAR’s Real Estate Services Advisory Group and as Chairman of the Board for The Realty Alliance. I have been deeply involved. She was the first female board chair and a founding member of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance.
NAR Chairman Kevin Sears said her extensive industry experience makes her uniquely qualified to lead NAR into its next chapter.
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“Having known Sherry for nearly 10 years, I know first-hand that she is well-equipped to provide the leadership and insight that comes from many years of experience. [in] Ranging from practitioners to branch and regional managers and ultimately leaders at the helm of some of the largest brokerages and brands, this is a unique perspective that serves the diverse needs of our members.” Sears said in a statement.
“Her extensive leadership experience at large and small brokerage firms gives her a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities across the industry,” he continued. “Shelly’s ability to build relationships and foster collaboration will help strengthen connections and ensure NAR remains a trusted partner for the entire real estate community.”
Anywhere wished Chris all the best in his next endeavor.
“We thank Sherry for her influential leadership and many contributions during her time at Anywhere and wish her the best in her next chapter,” an Anywhere spokesperson told Inman in an email. spoke.
Chris was inducted into the RISMedia Newsmakers Hall of Fame in 2021 and a HousingWire Woman of Influence, also in 2021. She has also been named one of Inman’s 100 Most Influential Real Estate Leaders and a Leader on the Swanepoel Power 200 List.
Her work with Mr. Wright includes building a dialogue with brokerage leaders to discuss their needs and concerns about the future of the industry, including how NAR can better support brokerages and their agents. It involves learning.
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