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Katrina Tarrant named CEO of Urban Real Estate, Sean Gibson to lead sales at Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park, CEO Ryan Schneider leaves Anywhere Real Estate
Also... Highland inspires agents at its annual Kickstart Conference, FOUNDIT welcomes property strategist Anthony Butler, and Ray White Rockhampton continues its growth streak under new leadership.
Elite Agent Editor
February 8th, 2026
Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Louise Harget, Francesco Demarco, Jenna Wallace, Ryan Schneider
It’s been another busy week across the industry, and we have all the latest news in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!
Katrina Tarrant has been named the first CEO of Urban Real Estate, taking over from founder Christopher Lowry as the business continues its expansion plans.
Sean Gibson has been appointed Head of Sales at Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park, bringing 15 years’ experience and more than $1 billion in sales to strengthen the brand’s western suburbs presence.
Ryan Schneider has left Anywhere Real Estate following the Compass merger as consolidation continues to shake up the US real estate giants.
All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!
This week’s big moves
Katrina Tarrant. Photo: Supplied
"What impressed me most is how intentionally this business has been built. The technology, the processes and the leadership mindset are already strong. My focus is supporting our people and creating the conditions where they can thrive."
Katrina Tarrant named Urban Real Estate's first CEO
The appointment signals the NSW independent group's evolution from founder-led startup to scaled business as it operates across 15 offices with plans for further expansion. More here.
Acquisitions, appointments and ambitious expansions
This week, we put the spotlight on some major agency acquisitions, exciting new office openings, and industry leaders stepping into prominent roles across Australia. We've rounded them up for you here…
Sean Gibson and Jody Fewster. Photo: Supplied
Sean Gibson named Head of Sales at Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park
The luxury property specialist brings 15 years of experience and over $1 billion in sales to help expand the agency's presence in Perth's western suburbs. More here.
Belle Property North Shore has announced Patrick Lang as partner and principal. Photo: Supplied
Patrick Lang named Partner at Belle Property North Shore
The rebrand unites offices in Lane Cove, Hunter's Hill, Lindfield, Willoughby and Ryde under one banner, with Lang bringing 15+ years experience and 515+ property sales to the leadership team. More here.
Charlie McCarron, Melinda Kirby, Cassie Sparks and Riley Neaton. Photo: Supplied
Ray White Rockhampton unveils new leadership structure
Riley Neaton will now share leadership with Cassie Sparks, Charlie McCarron and Melinda Kirby as the business continues its market dominance across Central Queensland. More here.
Nicole MacGee. Photo: Supplied
Nicole MacGee returns to The Agency
She's been appointed as Head of Operations for the Property Management division in a newly created role supporting their portfolio of over 12,000 properties. More here.
Harcourts Solutions has launched a new Alderley office. Photo: Supplied
Harcourts Solutions opens Alderley office
The expansion includes acquiring over 1,000 investment properties and welcoming 30 new team members under the leadership of Brendan Whipps, Etienne Labuschagne, Jodie Stainton and Greg Allan. More here.
Anthony Butler. Photo: Supplied
Anthony Butler joins FOUNDIT as Senior Buyer's Agent
The experienced property strategist will leverage the platform's research tools and analytics to support buyers with market insights and negotiation expertise. More here.
David Highland speaking at the Highland Annual Kickstart Conference. Photo: Supplied
Highland hosts annual Kickstart Conference
The team gathered at InterContinental Double Bay, with speakers Josh Phegan and Simon Cohen, while CEO David Highland emphasised the importance of finding opportunities in challenging markets. More here.
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Ryan Schneider exits Anywhere after Compass deal The former CEO departed with a potential $67 million severance package following the $1.6 billion acquisition that created the nation's largest real estate operation. More here. |
Louise Harget returns to Blackshaw Manuka The leading ACT agent rejoins the network with team members Janae McLister and Ruby Abel after previously working there from 2008 to 2016. More here. |
Knight Frank strengthens APAC team with key appointments Francesco Demarco has been promoted to Head of Global Portfolio Solutions for APAC, while Jenna Wallace returns after a decade to lead GPS for Australia and New Zealand. More here. |
And finally…
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