REMAX Leaders Recognized Across Multiple Industry Rankings for Driving Excellence and Delivering Impact
Rhea-AI Summary
REMAX (NYSE:RMAX) announced multiple industry recognitions on Feb 5, 2026, with executives and affiliates named to the 2026 Swanepoel Power 200, RISMedia Newsmakers and Inman Power Players lists.
The honors highlight leadership by CEO Erik Carlson, REMAX Canada President Don Kottick, and several affiliates, and note REMAX's global footprint and 2025 AI tool launches.
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Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
RMAX gained 0.28% with higher volume, while key peers were mixed: FRPH +2.08%, HOUS +3.64%, MLP +1.11%, HBNB -6.05%, and TCI flat in the sector list but separately flagged with a +5% momentum move. The mixed peer action suggests this leadership-recognition news is company-specific rather than a broad real estate services move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 26 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | -1.4% | Announced timing of Q4 and full-year 2025 results and conference call. |
| Jan 21 | Housing report data | Neutral | +0.9% | Released December 2025 housing metrics showing market normalization trends. |
| Jan 15 | Network expansion | Positive | +3.6% | Largest conversion in company history adding Toronto brokerages, offices and agents. |
| Dec 17 | Housing report data | Neutral | +1.0% | November 2025 national housing report with higher inventory and seasonal slowdown. |
| Dec 04 | Buyer survey | Positive | +0.0% | Consumer survey showing strong 2026 home‑buying intent despite affordability issues. |
Over the past few months, REMAX has issued several operational updates. A January 2026 notice about its upcoming Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings release saw a modest -1.39% reaction. Recent housing reports for November and December 2025 showed gradually normalizing conditions, with small positive price reactions of 1.01% and 0.86%. A major Toronto brokerage conversion in mid‑January, adding 17 offices and over 1,200 agents, drew a stronger 3.56% move, highlighting that network-expansion news has attracted more interest than routine data updates.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights industry recognition for REMAX leadership and affiliates, reinforcing its global brand across more than 120 countries and territories. It also references a 2025 launch of AI-powered tools and a Franchise 500 streak of 42 consecutive years. In context with recent housing reports and network expansion news, this underscores a strategy focused on brand, technology, and agent productivity. Upcoming earnings releases and operating metrics remain key reference points for assessing progress.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
Elite lists, like the Swanepoel Power 200, RISMedia Newsmakers and Inman Power Players, highlight the focus REMAX places on global leadership, innovation and agent productivity.
Swanepoel Power 200
Several REMAX World Headquarters executives and network affiliates were recognized on the 2026 SP200, the definitive ranking of the most powerful leaders in residential real estate.
REMAX CEO Erik Carlson and REMAX Canada President Don Kottick were honored for their leadership in positioning the REMAX brand as a global real estate powerhouse and for advancing technologies that help real estate agents deliver exceptional service. An additional six REMAX affiliates were included on the list.
"It's an honor to be recognized – and even better to see the REMAX office and team leaders on the Swanepoel Power 200. That says a lot about the strength of the REMAX brand and the dedication of our network," Carlson said. "We remain focused on delivering innovative tools and technology that help agents serve consumers at the highest level while also helping them win more listings, save time and build their businesses."
"REMAX continues to set the standard for professionalism and productivity in real estate," added Kottick. "Our commitment to growth and innovation ensures REMAX affiliates are equipped to perform in any market."
The full REMAX list of 2026 SP200 honorees include:
- Erik Carlson, CEO, REMAX
- Don Kottick, President, REMAX Canada
- Gary Ashton, The Ashton Real Estate Group of REMAX Advantage
- Debra Beagle, The Ashton Real Estate Group of REMAX Advantage
- Keith Myers, REMAX One (A REMAX Gold Nation company)
- James O'Bryon, REMAX Gold Nation
- Brenda Tushaus, REMAX Results
Watchlist:
- Stephenie Flood, REMAX Gold Nation
RISMedia Newsmakers
Nine leaders, spanning REMAX World Headquarters and the REMAX network, were named to RISMedia's 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers list, which honors individuals for their newsworthy contributions to the industry and the communities they serve.
Their inclusion underscores the powerful role REMAX leaders play in shaping the future of real estate – through innovation, consumer focus and community impact.
REMAX leaders honored as 2026 Newsmakers:
- Erik Carlson, CEO, REMAX
- Don Kottick, President, REMAX Canada
- Abby Lee, EVP, Marketing, Communications and Events, REMAX
- Chris Lim, Chief Growth Officer, REMAX
- Travis Saxton, EVP, Strategy, REMAX
- Debra Beagle, The Ashton Real Estate Group of REMAX Advantage
- Caroline Coladonato, REMAX Ready
- Melanie De Armas, REMAX Advance Realty
- Jenifer Morin, REMAX Gateway
- James O'Bryon, REMAX Gold Nation
Inman Power Players
In addition to his SP200 and RISMedia recognition, Carlson was also named an Inman Power Player for a third straight year, a distinction honoring the most innovative and influential real estate executives.
"More than ever before, we're leaning into our network, listening and sharing our renewed vision," Carlson said. "I'm proud to serve the brand's incredible, global community of trusted, productive professionals, and I'm humbled to be recognized as I represent the amazing team we have at REMAX World Headquarters. Every day, we're building on our growing momentum as we look to do even more this year."
The award celebrates leaders who are driving meaningful change and modernizing the industry – values that align closely with Carlson's focus on agent productivity, next-generation technology and global brand strength.
With a presence in more than 120 countries and territories, REMAX has an unmatched global footprint and is recognized for its productive agents, trusted brand, and commitment to delivering superior consumer-first experiences. In 2025, the company launched a suite of AI-powered tools – including MAXReferSM, MAXEngage SM, MAX AI, and Marketing as a Service (MaaS) – designed to help agents expand their businesses and better serve clients in any market environment.
Additionally, REMAX also earned a spot on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500® list for the 42nd consecutive year, underscoring the REMAX brand's enduring strength and reputation for excellence.
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About the REMAX Network
As one of the leading global real estate franchisors, RE/MAX, LLC is a subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings (NYSE: RMAX) with more than 145,000 agents in more than 8,500 offices and a presence in more than 120 countries and territories. Nobody in the world sells more real estate than REMAX, as measured by residential transaction sides. REMAX was founded in 1973 by Dave and Gail Liniger, with an innovative, entrepreneurial culture affording its agents and franchisees the flexibility to operate their businesses with great independence. REMAX agents have lived, worked and served in their local communities for decades, raising millions of dollars every year for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® and other charities. To learn more about REMAX, to search home listings or find an agent in your community, please visit www.remax.com. For the latest news about REMAX, please visit news.remax.com.
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