eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja Named a 2024 HousingWire Vanguard

It’s no wonder that eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja, who has been instrumental in revolutionizing real estate both at eXp and across the industry, has been honored with the 2024 HousingWire Vanguard Award. 

This award is a testament to Leo’s exceptional contributions at eXp Realty, in which growth, innovation, technology and unparalleled agent support are at the center of his mission. Since being named CEO of eXp Realty in April 2024, he has expanded eXp’s global footprint by bringing a laser focus to how eXp operates in a rapidly changing market.

A National Thought Leader on the NAR Mandate

Beyond his role as a CEO, Leo Pareja has also emerged as a national thought leader in the real estate sector, particularly in relation to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) mandate, which was implemented on August 17, 2024. His deep understanding of this critical change, combined with his ability to articulate its implications, has made him a sought-after expert across major media platforms. 

Leo’s insights have been featured on prominent programs such as CNBC, CNN Business, MarketWatch, and TIME magazine, where he has played a key role in shaping the national conversation around the NAR mandate. 

Leo Is a Visionary Leader in Real Estate

Leo brings a wealth of knowledge and over 20 years of real estate expertise to his role at eXp Realty. His journey in the industry began with a successful 15-year tenure as an agent at a leading brokerage, where he earned the title of No. 1 producer in 2010. Afterward, he co-founded one of the largest private lending firms on the East Coast and later launched a company specializing in MLS technology solutions, which he successfully sold before joining eXp.

Additionally, Pareja has been a pivotal figure in the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), serving as the founding president of the Metro D.C. chapter and later advancing to the role of national president.