Today is International Women’s Day and this week the industry has been hosting events and recognising the contribution of women shaping the sector.

It’s been another action packed seven days, with plenty of big news and we have it all here in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Thomas McGlynn has stepped down as CEO of BresicWhitney, with Will Gosse named Acting CEO who will continue to work alongside the group’s Leadership Team.

James Linacre has been appointed CEO of Ray White Commercial, stepping in to lead the expanding commercial network nationally with a focus on strategic recruitment and enhancing member performance.

Hayley Van de Ven has expanded REMAX The Limitless Group through a merger with Suzana Wade, creating REMAX Locate and strengthening the network’s presence across Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Thomas McGlynn departs BresicWhitney as CEO

Will Gosse steps in as Acting CEO after over a decade with the Sydney group, following a record $420 million February. More here.

James Linacre named Ray White Commercial CEO

Four years after joining Ray White as a business development executive, James Linacre takes the top job at Ray White Commercial. More here.

Fresh launches, growing teams and giving back

This week, we put the spotlight on some innovative new platforms taking flight, key appointments and expansions across the country, award-winning auctioneers, and agents doing their bit for charity. We've rounded them up for you here…

Mark Mendel launches Moove to democratise buyer's agents

The platform uses technology to make expert property advice affordable for everyday Australians, not just wealthy clients, across Brisbane, Sydney, Newcastle and Adelaide. More here.

Hayley Van de Ven expands REMAX The Limitless Group

She's merged with Locate Property's Suzana Wade to launch REMAX Locate in Tingalpa, growing her presence across Brisbane's eastern suburbs. More here.

Sam Wilkinson joins Jellis Craig Boroondara

The Executive Sales Consultant brings over 20 years of experience to lead the agency's prestige market efforts in one of Melbourne's most competitive luxury corridors. More here.

Tim Allen transitions from finance broker to buyer's agent

After years of mortgage broking and helping clients with purchases, he launched IPS Buyers Agents across Southeast Queensland. More here.

Rick Silberman joins RWC Retail as partner and head of VIC

The accomplished retail investment agent brings 12 years of experience and record-breaking yields to lead the group's Victorian expansion. More here.

Chris O'Brien leads new Acton | Belle Property Perth City office

He's partnering with Mount Lawley principals Scott Fletcher and Chris Pham to expand into the inner-city market. More here.

Cameron Brain and Aamir Sethi become shareholders at Ray White Austar Realty

They're joining Craig Smith and Len Day to drive growth across the West Auckland business. More here.

Kobe Rae wins Apollo Auction Competition

The Harcourts Queensland Auction Growth Manager took out the Open Division title against Australia and New Zealand's best auctioneers. More here.

First National names SA/NT award winners

First National Real Estate’s South Australia and Northern Territory agents were presented with their 2025 State Awards at Skycity Adelaide recently and the winners now progress to the national awards. More here.

Barry Plant launches Kickstart 2026

The network unveiled an industry-first vendor app and hosted AFL legend Joel Selwood, though Chris Hill's growth session stole the show as the highest-rated presentation. More here.

Mark Bouris headlines The Agency's Elevate conference

More than 300 real estate professionals gathered at Randwick Racecourse for the annual event, with Bouris leading sessions on personal branding and industry experts covering video content, market insights and training. More here.

Barry Plant hosts International Women's Day Lunch

The event at Leonda by the Yarra featured panels with Lara Drossos, Candice Hill, Sofia Lauricella and Imogen Hammond, plus keynote speaker Emily Wallace. More here.

Nikita Phillips acquires First National Kingston

The property manager of six years has purchased the agency and stepped into the Managing Director role ahead of International Women's Day. More here.