Leo Pareja will now serve as CEO of eXp Realty. Pareja replaces former CEO Glenn Sanford, who will maintain his roles as founder, chairman and CEO of eXp World Holdings, the parent company of eXp Realty.

First joining eXp Realty in 2022, Pareja previously served as the company’s chief strategy officer, spearheading company-wide initiatives including eXp Exclusives and Revenos. In his new role, he’ll focus on company growth and innovation.

“Leo’s innovative and recognized industry leadership has elevated our agent-value proposition by reshaping referrals and lead generation,” Sanford said in a press release. “His deep industry knowledge and influence on our community have been profound, and I trust that under his direction, eXp Realty will further fortify its competitive advantage and deliver unparalleled value to our agents.”

Pareja brings over 20 years of real estate experience to his new leadership role. His accomplishments include serving as the founding president of the Metro D.C. chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) and later as the association’s national president.

“As we step into this new chapter at eXp Realty, I am honored to lead a company that has always placed innovation and agent success at the forefront of its mission,” said Pareja. “Together, we will not only continue to redefine the real estate landscape through technology and unparalleled agent support but also empower every member of our community to achieve their full potential.”