We are honoured to be surrounded by so many exceptional leaders in our industry. Today, we’re proud to announce the final list, Part #3 of our 2024/2025 BUZZ Top 100 Honourees, celebrating the Most Influential Voices in Canadian Real Estate.
This year’s final list features an exciting range of new appointments, well-deserved recognitions, and inspiring philanthropic efforts. These leaders truly represent the best of the best in Canadian real estate, and we are proud to recognize each and every one of them.
We are proud to honour these exceptional individuals who’s journeys exemplify excellence and dedication in serving the Canadian real estate industry at the highest level.
These leaders have distinguished themselves through unwavering work ethics, outstanding reputations, and a deep commitment to supporting others, ensuring Canadians are empowered in their pursuit of home ownership. Some have even made bold moves to the next level and we can’t wait to see what they do next!
Representing a diverse range of roles, including association and corporate executives, broker-owners, strategic alliances, team leaders, REALTORS®, & philanthropists. Each individual was thoughtfully selected for their leadership, influence, and impact. They embody the professionalism, innovation, and values that define the industry today.
At the heart of their work is a shared purpose – helping Canadian families navigate the journey of buying and selling real estate across the country. For this reason and many others, they truly represent the best of the best. Congratulations to all of our Top 100 honourees 2024/2025. Your leadership continues to inspire and shape the future of Canadian real estate.
The Final Next Generation Leaders under 35, will be featured in the August 2025 issue of BUZZ Digital Magazine.
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Their influence is undeniable, and these leaders all stand as a driving force behind this distinguished group to finalize the Top 100 Most Influential Voices in Canadian Real Estate, presented by BUZZ BUZZ MEDIA INC.
DON KOTTICK, President RE/MAX Canada
Don Kottick, a real estate industry veteran of more than 30 years is President of REMAX Canada. He has seen the industry evolve from myriad vantage points throughout his storied career – and says he’s now ready for the endeavor of a lifetime. In his new role, Kottick will oversee operations for the REMAX brand’s Canadian company-owned region, providing strategic direction that supports affiliates across the country. His realm includes provinces and territories from British Columbia through Ontario, as well as the Atlantic provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. RE/MAX Quebec, also a market share stronghold for the network.
LUIGI FAVARO, CEO OREA
OREA is thrilled to announce the appointment of their new CEO – Luigi Favaro. Luigi brings nearly 20 years of experience and excellence in the real estate industry, with a proven track record in partnerships, leadership, strategic development, and organizational growth. He will start on September 2nd, and until then, will be working closely with OREA’s Interim CEO Sonia Richards and the OREA Board of Directors to transition into this new role. The entire industry is thrilled to have Luigi lead the largest Provincial Association in Canada and commit to driving strategic direction during such a pivotal time in Canadian Real Estate. Congratulations Luigi Favaro, we can’t wait to see what’s next at OREA across Ontario.
PATRICK PICHETTE, Interim CEO REALTOR.CA
As the Interim CEO of REALTOR.ca Canada Inc., Patrick Pichette oversees the strategic direction and growth of Canada’s leading real estate platform. Under his leadership, REALTOR.ca, a wholly owned taxable subsidiary of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), delivers technology solutions to empower REALTORS® across Canada and support consumers throughout their real estate journeys. Patrick has been a leader at CREA since 2012, holding pivotal roles in product management, product development, and marketing. His deep expertise in aligning technology with business goals has positioned REALTOR.ca as an indispensable resource in the real estate industry.
JASON MERCER, CIO Chief Information Officer, TRREB
Jason Mercer is the Chief Information Officer at the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB), the largest Real Estate Board in Canada and in the World. In this role, Jason leads TRREB’s market analysis and data strategy initiatives. As CIO, he is responsible for overseeing how TRREB collects, analyzes, and distributes real estate market intelligence to its members and the broader public. Jason Mercer is frequently featured in media and real estate forums as a key voice on market trends, housing data, and the impacts of economic factors on the GTA real estate market. He is one of the most respected figures in our industry and at TRREB.
CAROLYN CHENG, COO Royal LePage Canada
Carolyn Cheng leads a consolidated broker and agent services team and plays a key role in the ongoing development and execution of products and services designed to increase brokerage profitability and maximize agent potential. As COO, Carolyn has led the development and introduction of new services at Royal LePage since 2003. The company has set the pace for technology and training leadership under her watch, including important innovations such as unique Google partnership and the continuous improvement of their industry leading consumer portal, royallepage.ca. Carolyn has also overseen the launch of a full suite of recruiting and retention services, which has already had a material impact on growth.
TRACY BARTRAM, Executive Vice President & CFO, Century 21 Canada
Tracy Bartram is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in real estate finance and corporate governance. Serving as both Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Century 21 Canada and Charlwood Pacific Group, Tracy plays a pivotal role in financial planning, operational oversight, and strategic growth initiatives. In her dual executive roles and as a board director at Century 21 Real Estate Canada Ltd., Tracy contributes to guiding the organization’s national trajectory and maintaining its reputation as Canada’s real estate standard-bearer.
JULIA PRICE, CEO, BDAR
Julia Price is the CEO of the Barrie & District Association of REALTORS®, serving REALTORS® across Central Ontario. BDAR acts as the energy, guide, and home base for professionals in Barrie, Simcoe County, Collingwood, Orillia, and surrounding communities. Julia has led transformative initiatives including the successful integration of BDAR into the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, significantly enhancing member access to MLS® data, tools, and advocacy while maintaining strong local presence and services. As CEO, Julia oversees a full suite of member services, from professional development and leadership opportunities to market insights and government relations support.
TODD SHYIAK, Executive Vice President, Century 21 Canada
Todd Shyiak is the Executive Vice President, Century 21 Canada, where he leads national network development, franchise growth, and operations strategy. With over 40 years of real estate experience, including roles in brokerage leadership, technology, and agent recruitment. Todd is known for his people-focused approach and deep industry insight. He plays a key role in supporting franchisees and driving Century 21 Canada’s continued expansion and innovation across the country. Under Todd’s strategic leadership, Century 21 Canada continues to expand its footprint and reinforce its reputation as a leader in real estate franchising, offering best-in-class support, technology, and mentorship across the country.
DAMON CONRAD, Vice President, Royal LePage Commercial
Damon Conrad is the Vice President & General Manager of Commercial Real Estate at Royal LePage Canada. He is an award-winning real estate business leader with a portfolio spanning 20 years of success in strategic planning, portfolio management, and business growth efforts. Prior to rejoining Royal LePage Commercial, Damon held various positions within the commercial real estate sector working for high networth clients including Bell Canada, Eglinton Crosstown, Goodlife, Second, Cup Coffee, and Candu Energy. Damon holds several industry accolades including the 2015 “Deal of the Year” and the 2015 NAIOP Real Estate Excellence Award for Great Toronto Area Office Lease of the Year.
HASHIM ARTHUR, COO Coldwell Banker Canada
As COO at Coldwell Banker Canada, Hashim Arthur leads national operations and strategic initiatives to strengthen and grow the brand’s network across the country. With nearly 20 years of experience in operations, technology, and real estate services, Hashim has been instrumental in modernizing the company’s infrastructure. Under his leadership, Coldwell Banker Canada launched its first inclusive back-office platform and agent marketing suite, significantly improving efficiency and service delivery. As COO, Hashim is leading a national operational strategy, overseeing systems integration, and working closely with the executive team to support Coldwell Banker’s franchisees and agents across Canada.
BRENDON OGMUNDSON, Chief Economist, BCREA
Brendon is the Chief Economist for the BC Real Estate Association and specializes in macroeconomic forecasting and housing market analysis. Brendon is responsible for communicating trends and producing forecasts for BC housing market, and for forecasting the BC, Canadian and US economy. He is a member of the BC Ministry of Finance Economic Forecast Council and is also a contributor to the Philadelphia Federal Reserve’s Survey of Professional Forecasters.Brendon is an experienced communicator, frequently appearing both on television and in print for major Canadian media outlets. Brendon holds an MA in Economics from Simon Fraser University and is a CFA Charterholder.
DON INOUYE, CEO REIC, Real Estate Institute of Canada
Don Inouye is the CEO of REIC. Under his leadership, Don has shown exceptional dedication, strategic acumen, and an unwavering commitment to REIC’s mission and values. His ability to steer the organization through various challenges and capitalize on opportunities has been exemplary, and his vision for the future is aligned with the strategic direction envisioned by the Board. With over 25 years experience building, growing, and leading organizations through change and transformation leadership, Don will continue to drive Real Estate Institute of Canada to new heights and deliver exceptional value to their stakeholders.
CATHY POLAN, President OREA
Cathy Polan currently serves as the President of the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA), representing nearly 100,000 REALTORS® across the province. Ms. Polan brings a wealth of industry experience and a deep commitment to strengthening Ontario’s real estate sector. In her role as President, Ms. Polan is focused on empowering REALTORS® with the tools, resources, and professional standards needed to best serve their clients and communities. She is a passionate advocate for consumer protection, professional excellence, and policies that restore housing affordability for hardworking Ontarians.
ELECHIA BARRY – SPROULE, President TRREB
Elechia Barry-Sproule, is the President of TRREB, the largest Real Estate Board in Canada and the World where she represents more than 73,000 residential and commercial real estate professionals across the Greater Toronto Area. She leads TRREB’s advocacy for innovative policy solutions, stronger consumer protection, and enhanced professional standards to support market resilience and public trust. Driven by a vision to support both TRREB Members and the communities they serve, Elechia is committed to helping shape a thriving housing landscape and empowering REALTORS® to deliver excellence across Ontario.
BILL MADDER, CEO LSTAR
Bill Madder serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR), one of Canada’s leading real estate associations. Appointed in April 2020, Bill brings over four decades of experience in real estate leadership, governance, and industry advocacy to his role. Before joining LSTAR, Bill was the long-serving CEO of the Association of Saskatchewan REALTORS® (ASR), a position he held for 19 years. Throughout his career, which began in 1979, he has worked as a licensed salesperson, broker/sales manager, executive officer of the Brandon Real Estate Board, and served on numerous local, provincial, and national real estate committees and boards.
KINGSLEY MA, Vice President, RE/MAX Western Canada
Kingsley Ma is a seasoned real estate professional with over 21 years of experience in the industry, specializing in franchise development and management. He has held several key positions at Remax, including Area Vice President and Executive Director, where he has demonstrated a commitment to helping others achieve their goals in real estate. His expertise spans a wide range of areas including B2B marketing, corporate branding, and competitive analysis, making him a versatile leader in the field. Kingsley is passionate about connecting people within the real estate sector and has actively contributed to organizations like the Asian Real Estate Association of America.
DAVID OIKEL, Chair, REALTOR.CA
David Oikle is the current Chair of REALTOR.ca Canada Inc., the country’s most trusted real estate platform. With over 100 million visits annually, REALTOR.ca is the leading source for real estate information, tools, and connections to professional REALTORS®. A dedicated REALTOR® and broker with more than 20 years of industry experience, David has held numerous leadership roles, including serving on the Board of Directors of the Ottawa Real Estate Board, where he was President in 2015. He later joined the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) Board of Directors, serving for 6 years, leading as President in 2021. In his role as Chair, David, alongside the Executive Team will help guide REALTOR.ca through its next stage of growth & innovation.
MICHAEL KALLES, CEO, Harvey Kalles Real Estate
Michael Kalles, MBA, is President of Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, a leading Brokerage specializing in luxury’s upper echelon. Michael’s vision and stalwart leadership are a large part of the continued success of the company. Over the past 30 years, Michael has built the company from $147 million in gross sales to over $10 billion from 2021 through 2023 alone. One of Michael’s core values is giving back to the community. Today, they support over 250 charitable organizations. As one of the leading luxury brands in Canadian Real Estate, Michael is at the helm of the company’s vision to deliver extraordinary services in the communities served through elevated sales and marketing experiences.
GARY ZALEPA, Senior VP, Network Development, Century 21 Canada
Gary Zalep is the Senior Vice President of Network Development for Century 21 Canada, overseeing strategic growth and franchise expansion across Eastern Canada. With over 30 years of experience in real estate as a broker, business owner, and corporate leader, he brings deep industry insight to his role. Based in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Gary has also served in municipal politics, including two terms as Town Councillor, four years as Regional Councillor, and currently as Lord Mayor. He is actively involved in his community, having served as President of the Niagara Association of REALTORS®, which is a huge honour. Gary is one of the most trusted voices in Canadian Real Estate.
VALERIE PAQUIN, Chair, CREA
Valérie Paquin is a broker and co-owner of the Via Capitale Partenaires brokerage, which has nearly 130 REALTORS® located in six offices in the northern suburbs of Montreal. She is a second‑generation REALTOR® and has been following in her father’s footsteps since 2005. She has also served as a volunteer with the Greater Montreal Real Estate Board and has served on several CREA committees including three years on the Technology Committee and on the Federal Affairs Committee and the Broker/Manager Committee. As Chair at CREA, Valerie’s leadership is guided by a strong belief in the value of connection, communication, and volunteerism.
FRED CASSANO, Partner, National Real Estate Leader, PwC Canada
Fred Cassano is a trusted business advisor to many owners of private companies located in the GTA.Fred provides strategic business and tax advice, including structuring of personal and corporate transactions and reorganizations, assistance with shareholder/owner remuneration and designing tax-effective strategies for wealth preservation and accumulation in the context of tax, estate and succession planning. Fred’s thoughtful insights in PwC’s 2025 Emerging Trends in Canadian Real Estate report continues to serve as a key catalyst for the national real estate industry, providing valuable guidance and perspective year after year. ( A must read each year. )
NATASHA KOIFMAN, President, NKPR
Natasha Koifman created NKPR in 2002 to combine her two passions, sharing stories of substance and championing important causes. Under Natasha’s guidance and leadership, NKPR has established itself as a highly-regarded full-service public relations, talent advertising, marketing, and digital agency with offices in Toronto and New York, representing over 40 diverse national and international brands including leading companies from the Real Estate & Builder/Developer space. Believing strongly in giving back, Natasha is the Chair of the Board of Artists for Peace and Justice in Canada & the US, raising over 35 million dollars to support the people & youth of Haiti over the last 15 years.
MORGAN CAREY, CEO, Webmasters Real Estate Inc.
Morgan Carey is the visionary CEO of Real Estate Webmasters Inc. (REW), a leading technology and marketing firm powering billions in annual real estate sales. Recognized as one of the most influential figures in the industry, Morgan has redefined Websites and Marketing excellence. Since founding REW in 2004, Morgan has scaled it into one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies, appearing on the PROFIT 500 list multiple times. In 2014, he made history on CBC’s Dragons’ Den with the largest business deal ever offered on reality TV. Later that year, he partnered with Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran to launch high-end real estate websites and the rest is history.
RICHARD ROBBINS, CEO RRI, Richard Robbins International
Richard Robbins is Co-founder and CEO of Richard Robbins International, a global sales and business coaching organization that amassed over $50 million dollars in revenue worldwide in its first ten years alone. The organization’s explosive 3000% growth is attributed largely to the transformational impact Richard Robbins’ unique methodologies have had, and continue to have, on the businesses and lives of thousands of sales professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders at all levels worldwide. On a personal note, Richard believes life is to be experienced at every opportunity and seizes each and every opportunity to live life BIG. Richard’s wife, Sue Robbins is his business partner at RRI.
SAM HEWIT, Executive Vice President, Royal LePage Signature
Sam Hewit serves as Executive Vice President and Director of REALTOR® Development at Royal LePage Signature Realty, one of the largest independently owned brokerages in the Greater Toronto Area. Known for her hands-on, agent-first leadership style, Sam provides strategic guidance, marketing support, and mentorship, acting as a go-to resource for agents seeking to grow their business or refine their practice. With over 25 years in real estate, Sam began her career in administrative roles before transitioning into sales leadership. She now champions professional development, team building, and innovation within the brokerage. Sam is credited with pioneering initiatives like the BecomingHER conference, empowering women leaders in real estate, business and entrepreneurship.
KEN GOODFELLOW, CEO, Coach Ken International
Working with Coach Ken, North America’s #1 Experts in Real Estate Management & Team Coaching, is an experience that changes people’s lives. Imagine having a coach that understands your business better than anyone and also knows the exact steps needed to build your business into the dream operation you’ve always wanted. Ken has extensive experience working with the “Who’s Who” in the real estate industry along with well-known circuit coaches and brand leaders. Having successfully owned, operated and sold his personal real estate brokerage and subsequently his real estate team, Ken is uniquely qualified to advise and coach others wanting to achieve unparalleled success within the Canadian Real Estate Industry.
REUVEN GORSHT, CEO, Deeded
Reuven Gorsht is a seasoned entrepreneur dedicated to solving complex challenges through innovation. As the CEO and founder of Deeded, he is modernizing the real estate closing process across Canada, leveraging cutting-edge digital tools to eliminate friction, delays, and cost in home and mortgage transactions. A highly recognized thought leader, Reuven frequently shares insights on innovation, AI, and organizational transformation, themes grounded in his philosophy that new challenges demand new thinking. Driven by a vision to empower more efficient, secure, and user-centric experiences, Reuven continues to lead Deeded in transforming how Canadians close real estate deals one transaction at a time.
BARBARA LAWLOR, CEO & Partner, Baker Real Estate
As CEO and Partner, Barbara Lawlor is the driving force behind Baker Real Estate, opening new offices and leading major sales and marketing campaigns for the company in North America and International real estate markets. Barbara joined Baker the week the company was founded in 1993, and has been instrumental in realizing their vision ever since. Her passion, determination and steady hand has inspired the Baker Real Estate Team to help sell over $83 billion in new home sales, and make her the prominent female voice in the industry. Barbara’s achievements have been recognized by the industry across the country, especially within the Pre-Construction space.
DAVID GORSKI, Broker Owner, Sutton Summit
I believe real estate is the most powerful tool we have to build wealth and change lives. As Broker/Owner of Sutton Summit, cohost of the David & David on Real Estate Podcast, and cofounder of the REI Institute, I’m on a mission to raise the bar in our industry. We’re equipping agents with the mindset, strategies, and education to unlock their full potential, so they can build real wealth for themselves and the people they serve. Sutton Summit is a respected, full-service brokerage located in the historic village of Streetsville, Mississauga. David continues the legacy established by Sutton Summit’s founding partners in 1987 and is seeing Agents thrive under his leadership.
MARY – ANNE GILLESPIE, CEO Red Apple Coaching
Mary-Anne is the distinguished CEO and visionary leader behind Red Apple Coaching, renowned as the premier Customized Real-estate Coaching Company globally. A true trailblazer in her field, she has pioneered numerous cutting-edge coaching systems and groundbreaking programs and is responsible for bringing over 203 REALTORS® to over 7 Figures of income. A true luminary, Mary-Anne has graced stages across Canada and USA where she has delivered her intentionally curated bespoke Keynotes, as an Iron Woman Champion and business leader in Canadian Real Estate & Finance. Mary-Anne’s ability to transform businesses into veritable success stories is a testament to her unrivaled coaching prowess and motivating personal experiences.
CLIFF REGO, Broker of Record, Corcoran Horizon
Cliff Rego is the Founder and CEO of Corcoran Horizon Realty and the driving force behind The Rego Team, one of the most respected real estate teams in Ontario. With over two decades of experience, Cliff has built a powerhouse brokerage and team model defined by professionalism, innovation, and service excellence.
Cliff is known for his strategic thinking, strong leadership, and commitment to raising the standard of real estate service. His partnership with the Corcoran brand, one of the most recognized names in global real estate, has brought a new level of prestige and opportunity to the local market, positioning Corcoran Horizon Realty as a forward-thinking, luxury-affiliated brokerage.
WILLIE IP & RON McINTOSH, CEO & President, KIC Realty Inc.
Willie Ip is the Co-Founder & CEO, alongside President Ron McIntosh of KIC Realty. The brokerage launched officially on January 1, 2024, built on the core values of Knowledge, Integrity, and Community, and strongly emphasizing a Canadian agent‑owned and operated model. Raising over $1,000,000, KIC Realty’s unique agent-focused approach, allowing agents and staff to own equity at the onset, has fostered a deep sense of trust and belief in the company’s vision. This milestone validates the agents’ confidence in KIC’s transformative model reshaping industry norms through transparency, agility, and innovation. In 2024, KIC Realty also expanded employee welfare by offering comprehensive health benefits to agents and their families.
RICHARD SILVER, CO-FOUNDER, Silver Burtnick & Associates, Sotheby’s Realty International Canada
Richard Silver is the Senior Vice President of Sales and team leader of Silver Burtnick & Associates serving the Greater Toronto Area. His expertise is backed by professional designations including ABR, e‑PRO, and CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist). With over 40 years in real estate, Richard has held prominent industry roles including President of the Toronto Real Estate Board and Director‑at‑Large for the Canadian Real Estate Association, and was founder President of the AREAA Toronto Chapter. He is a visionary in marketing and technology, credited with early adoption of tools like CRM, videography, and AI to elevate branding and client reach.
SAM MCDADI, Team Leader & Owner, Sam McDadi Real Estate Team
After two years in the corporate sector working as a financial analyst with two large multi-national companies, Sam felt his true love was marketing and sales. Having decided to embark upon a real estate sales career, he has never looked back. Sam’s commitment to his clients and work ethic are unparalleled. His unique and innovative approach to the real estate business includes assembling a team which call themselves Team McDadi. This allows Sam the opportunity to continually grow his business while ensuring his clients receive the highest level of service. Sam continues to be one of the top-ranking REALTORS® in the country. In recent years, Sam has been featured on both television and radio talk shows helping to educate the public about the real estate market.
MARK FARIS, Team Leader & Owner, Faris Team
Mark and his wife Joanna co-founded Faris Team Real Estate Brokerage in 2007, turning it into a mega real estate team that has transacted over $8 billion dollars in Real Estate sales and set record success in Canada. Mark has expanded the Real Estate Brokerage into Southwest Florida, USA, making the team one of select few international teams. Growing up on a farm in a Christian family with eight siblings, Mark was born to be a leader. He attributes much of his success playing hockey in Canada, USA and Sweden as well as his success in Real Estate, to his commitment to excellence and going FULL OUT®. He has used that same principle as a Real Estate professional by going full out in serving his clients.
ROB GOLFI, Team Leader & Owner, The Golfi Team
Rob was born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and became the #1 REALTOR® in Hamilton Ontario. Rob’s career in real estate began in 1997 and putting the needs of his clients first has always been a primary principle. As his career grew and with changing times in the marketplace, Rob realized that the team concept was the next step to maintain the same level of service that his clients had come to expect. Hence, “ The Golfi Team” was formed and is was the #1 Team at RE/MAX Canada 2024 and #2 in the World. Rob’s astute experience and aggressive negotiating skills are key in this business and this has elevated the Golfi Experience in the west end – Hamilton and the Niagara Region. With his 3 sons joining him in the business, there is more to come!
PEGGY HILL, Team Leader & Owner, Peggy Hill Team
Peggy Hill is passionate about helping people and she has redefined industry standards without losing sight of what is most important. Peggy can be described as approachable, knowledgeable, honest and real, which has contributed to her success since starting a real estate career in 2003. Her compassionate personality, innovative marketing and unparalleled knowledge of Simcoe County’s real estate market allowed her to excel instantly. As Broker Of Record, and CEO of Re/Max Hallmark Peggy Hill Group Realty, she leads a successful team dedicated to providing their clients with the highest level of customer service. The Peggy Hill Group is currently the #1 RE/MAX Team in Canada 2025.
JUSTIN HAVRE, Team Leader & Owner, Justin Havre Real Estate Team
Justin Havre is the Team Lead at the award-winning Justin Havre Real Estate Team at eXp Realty Canada. An advisor for over 20 years, he has been at the forefront of the real estate industry in Calgary and surrounding areas, earning recognition as a visionary and trailblazer in online real estate marketing. He is widely known as the Calgary advisor of choice by home sellers and the preferred partner of local and out-of-province home buyers. Justin’s expertise in strategic sales and marketing led to the creation of the renowned websites CalgaryHomes.ca and Calgary.com, two of the largest and most frequented online marketplaces for Calgary real estate. His commitment to innovation, ethical values, and unparalleled client service has been unwavering.
CAILEY HEAPS, Team Leader & Owner, Heaps Estrin Real Estate Team
Cailey Heaps sits at the helm of one of the most successful real estate brokerages in the country. Thanks to her steady leadership and strategic vision, as well as an unwavering commitment to her clients, Cailey consistently ensures that the Heaps Estrin Team lands in the top 1% of REALTORS® in North America year over year. A master in the art of negotiation, Cailey brings more than twenty years of experience in real estate to every transaction that she oversees. However, among the many things that set her apart from her counterparts is that she does not view the buying and selling of homes as transactional – for Cailey, and for the rest of the Heaps Estrin Team, real estate is personal.
BRAD MILLER, KIERAN McCOURT, & DON GOODALE, Team Leaders & Owners, Goodale Miller Team
For over 20 years the Goodale Miller Team has built a name for themselves, forging relationships based on their guiding principles of honesty, integrity and results. They have carefully curated a team of like-minded professionals who operate on the belief that when a client’s needs are put first, everything else falls into place. They’ve been recognized as the #1 Century 21 Team in Canada for nearly 20 consecutive years, and #1 globally for Century 21 in 2020, 2021, 2022. and beyond. Recognized for delivering innovative in-house marketing, deep local market intelligence, and strong negotiation skill sets, these set them apart from their colleagues in the communities they specialize in.
KIMBERLY PHINNEY & MICHAEL PHINNEY, Team Leaders & Owners, Phinney Real Estate Team
At Phinney Real Estate, Kimberly and Michael Phinney lead an award-winning, client-focused team consistently ranked among the top 1–5 nationally with Royal LePage and #1 in their local markets. Recognized by the public with multiple Reader’s Choice Awards, they’re known for outstanding service, marketing innovation, and results. Their hands-on leadership ensures top-tier representation across every property. With industry-best photography, staging, and marketing,including social media, newsletters, print ads, and their unique Phinney Interactive QR experience, they deliver maximum exposure for every listing. At Phinney Real Estate, always ‘ Expect the Extraordinary ‘.
FAISAL SUSIWALA, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Twin City
Faisal Susiwala has been passionate about real estate since his earliest years. He was only 18 years old when he got rejected by a large Real Estate franchise due to his young age. Driven by his deep commitment and ambition, Faisal Susiwala did not give up but started working with Reid C. Menary, a 73-year-old independent real estate professional who became his broker, mentor, and friend. Based on 35 years of experience, Faisal Susiwala has achieved the highest number of houses sold in Canada since 2017. Plus, he is the # 1 Individual RE/MAX Agent Worldwide* in the RE/MAX Network while being an Amazon best-selling author.
LORI ROBERTS, Chair Ontario REALTORS® Care Foundation
Lori Roberts serves as the Chair of the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the real estate profession in Ontario. Drawing from her extensive background as a REALTOR® and Broker in Durham Region, Lori brings a deep commitment to civic engagement and charitable leadership. Under Lori’s leadership, the Foundation continues to advance its mission of supporting shelter-based charities across Ontario. In 2024 alone, ORCF distributed over $1.8 million in grants through initiatives such as the Every REALTOR® Campaign, directly benefiting communities in need across the province.
NICKI SERRAVALLE, COO Revel Realty Inc.
Nicki Serravalle, COO and Co-Founder of REVEL Realty, alongside her husband, Ryan Serravalle who serves as CEO. This dynamic husband-wife duo launched their dream company with over 550+ REALTORS®, with the mission of creating an unforgettable customer service experience guided by elite representation in a team-first real estate environment. Nicki Serravalle is also passionate about Giving. A Philanthropist in the Niagara Region, Nicki is the Chair of REVEL’s very own Charity Ball where her philanthropic goals have helped to raise over $500,000 for local schools and charities in the Niagara Region. Each year, The Revel Charity Ball’s curation reflects her strong creative roots.
JOANNA BARSTAD, Governor General, AREF
Joanna Barstad is one of the distinguished Governors of the Alberta Real Estate Foundation, along with a blend of industry-appointed individuals and public members who guide AREF’s mission to benefit Albertans and the broader real estate sector through strategic grants, research, and educational programming. As an industry-appointed Governor, Joanna plays a key role in overseeing the Foundation’s governance and prioritizing investments in impactful initiatives, such as affordable housing, consumer protection, sustainable land use, and leadership development. In 2024, the Foundation invested over $1.5 million across more than 800 projects, representing more than $32 million in total contributions to Alberta’s real estate ecosystem.
Congratulations again to all and thank you.
