Coldwell Banker has promoted Rebecca Thomson to vice president of professional development, where she will oversee agent development and success across the United States. 

In her previous role as regional vice president, Thomson was responsible for more than 2,000 agents in Chicago and Milwaukee. She led strategic growth initiatives and developed programs to drive agent productivity, streamline operations and foster sustainable growth. 

Beyond her corporate role, Thomson is a recognized thought leader, frequently featured as a speaker on leadership, innovation and business growth. She also mentors tech startups through Second Century Ventures’ REACH accelerator program. 

Thomson is a past president of both the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and Women’s Council of REALTORS® Chicago. She holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Her accolades include recognition on T3 Sixty’s 2024 Watchlist, RISMedia’s 2023 Newsmakers list and REALTOR® Magazine’s ‘30 Under 30.