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Our Team
- Emile L'Eplattenier
Managing Editor
Licensed AgentA nationally recognized founder, branding expert, and industry thought leader, Emile cut his teeth in real estate in 2007 crafting marketing strategies for the Chrysler and MetLife Buildings.
See full bio - Chris Linsell
Senior Real Estate Writer
Real Estate CoachChris is a writer, coach, speaker, and technology analyst specializing in marketing, lead generation, transactional best practices, and everything in between.
See full bio - Meghan Thibault
Online Content Editor
Close StaffMeghan is a versatile writer, editor, and content strategist with a strong foundation in luxury brand marketing.
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Nicholas ThomasDirector of Business Development
Close StaffAs Director of Business Development, Nick manages all partner relationships from affiliate marketing to multi-touch branding packages. He is responsible for creating and maintaining long-term partnerships with some of the biggest names in the real estate industry.
See full bio - Miranda Paquet
General Manager
Close StaffMiranda is a marketing leader with experience ranging from publicly traded tech companies to beer startups. Her work has appeared on sites including Forbes and The Business Journals.
See full bio - Becky Brooks
Digital Marketing Manager
Close StaffBecky is a marketer and writer based in NYC. She has 12+ years of digital marketing experience at growing startups and has written for publications like Social Media Today, MarketingProfs, & VegNews.
See full bio - Kate Evans
Content Writer
AuthorKate Evans is a content writer and real estate agent based in Charleston, South Carolina. Her career has taken her to Africa, Europe, and around the US, where she’s contributed to numerous print and online business and lifestyle publications.
See full bio - Arlene Togonon
Digital Marketing Specialist
Close StaffArlene is a seasoned marketer with years of experience building and implementing strategies focused on social media marketing, video marketing, and web design.
See full bio - Sean Moudry
Real Estate Broker, Close Contributor
Licensed BrokerSean Moudry has been featured in REALTOR Magazine 30 Under 30. As the CEO of a real estate market center, Sean recruited over 115 agents in a single year.
See full bio - Beth Incorvati
Real Estate Coach & Writer
Real Estate CoachA 20+ year veteran of the real estate industry, Beth is a highly regarded consultant, coach, and growth advisor, specializing in team building, leadership, and branding.
See full bio - Beverly Ruffner
Real Estate Coach
Real Estate CoachBeverly Ruffner owned a Mega Agent Keller Williams office where she and her team were in the top 5% of their market. Beverly trains agents on improving their lead conversion.
See full bio - Devon Bussell
Web Developer
Devon is a Webby Award-nominated web designer and developer with 10-plus years of experience making websites for clients based in New York City and across the country.
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