The Agency hires Jim Lonergan to lead Midwest expansion

Global real estate brokerage The Agency has hired longtime franchise growth executive Jim Lonergan as vice president, overseeing Midwest and South Central U.S. sales as well as Canada, the company announced on Friday. Lonergan is a veteran of Anywhere Real Estate, where he held senior strategic growth and franchise sales leadership roles. Over his tenure, he focused on identifying growth opportunities, building relationships with brokerage leaders and driving franchise expansion across major U.S. markets, according to the announcement. In his new role at The Agency, Lonergan will be responsible for driving strategic sales and expansion across the Midwest and South Central regions. His mandate includes sourcing and developing relationships with independent brokerages and real estate professionals that could convert to The Agency’s franchise model, while supporting the firm’s broader U.S. growth strategy, according to the announcement. “After many years in this industry, I’ve seen firsthand how the real estate business has evolved, and I believe the future is boutique, providing clients and agents with a more personal, high-touch experience backed by a powerful global brand,” Lonerga...