Intermountain MLS Welcomes Richard Gibbens as CEO
“Richard most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of Bluegrass REALTORS®, where he led strategic modernization initiatives, strengthened broker collaboration, and advanced data and technology capabilities. Under his leadership, the organization sharpened its operational focus while building stronger alignment with brokerage partners.”
Congrats to IMLS and Richard!
“I will be leaving one of the largest, most innovative and successful organizations in the best shape ever to move forward.”
When TK took over in 1993, MIAMI had 5,000 members and one office. Today it’s 60,000 members, the largest local Realtor association in the country, larger than 44 state associations, with nearly 300 international partnerships across 77 countries. She also steered the ship through 2008, COVID, and the NAR settlement — the hat trick of industry gut-checks.
33 years is a long time to do anything. To do it at that level, at that scale, is something else entirely.
My hat’s off to you, TK. Enjoy whatever you and John want to do, whenever you want to do it. You’ve earned it.
OneKey MLS Taps Broker Public Portal to Power Consumer Search
“This next phase of our strategy ensures that our consumer-facing experience not only reflects the integrity of MLS data, but also actively supports our participants by helping connect buyers directly with listing brokerages.”
Looks like OneKey listings will expand portal distribution to add Cribio, BPP’s national consumer search site, with opt-out preserved for brokers and sellers.
This is a significant win for BPP. OneKey is one of the largest MLSs in the country — tens of thousands of subscribers across New York City, Long Island, and the surrounding metro. Landing them as a partner is a credibility milestone.
The pitch is becoming a bit more straight forward in my eyes: accurate MLS data, fair display, direct consumer-to-listing-brokerage connections, no ad model. That last part matters. In a post-settlement world where broker value is under a microscope, an MLS choosing to power its consumer experience through a platform that attributes rather than monetizes the listing relationship is a deliberate strategic signal. Although some industry players have pushed back on the overall value proposition of sending on-line leads to listing agents.
But, worth watching whether this accelerates adoption among other major MLSs. OneKey signing on makes the next conversation a lot easier for Dan Troup and his team. Congrats!
ARMLS’ Matt Consalvo to Retire in 2027
“NTREIS CEO, Chris Carrillo, remarked “today, we celebrate not just a retirement announcement, but the remarkable journey of a true mentor, industry leader, and friend. Matt is more than just a colleague; he embodies the best of our industry. His humility and almost clairvoyant intellect have guided us through challenges, and his unwavering commitment to our MLS community has left an indelible mark.”
Well said.
CoStar Group Reiterates Strategic Initiatives to Prioritize Profitable Growth and Increase Long-term Stockholder Value
“Third Point appears intent on spinning a yarn of Board complacency and “quixotic” investment. Their story is completely detached from reality. Following a review process that Third Point and D.E. Shaw suggested with participation from their Board nominees, the Board unanimously recommended a plan involving accelerated profitability for Homes.com, additional investments in our core platforms, incremental capital return, stockholder-aligned executive compensation, and greater investor transparency. Unhappy with the conclusions of the independent Board they helped pick, Third Point, like a child with a board game, wants to throw the pieces off the board.”
I did some digging based on a tip. What I found was Third Point invested in Rocket last year which changes the optics for me a bit. Could there be a bit of game play here? Maybe. Maybe not. But, as I said in my last post, I still wouldn’t bet against Andy Florance.
But in my last episode of Industry Relations, recorded before the CoStar news broke, I asked Jack Miller his thoughts on CoStar and he had a brilliant take.
From Jack’s perspective it’s still about product market fit. In my 2026 predictions I said that we were going to see a shift in the strategies of non-Zillow portals. So far Realtor.com has announced their Realtor + app, and I think Homes.com is going to have to think of something that answers Jack’s take.
West Metro Board of REALTORS joins Hive MLS as its 20th Member
“West Metro joining Hive is a powerful example of what our cooperative model is all about,” said Daniel Jones, CEO of Hive MLS. “They share in our belief in the strength of community, where associations gain influence by working together, the value of collaboration across markets to support brokers and agents with better tools, and the importance of connectivity through modern systems and seamless data exchange. We look forward to West Metro helping to strengthen our Hive.”
Interesting model. One thing I’m looking forward to about MLS Reset is getting a chance to learning more from Daniel and others on their unique business models.
Thanks to Aligned Showings for supporting Vendor Alley this month.
Aligned Showings is a modern showing and scheduling platform built to serve agents, teams, and MLSs directly. It handles appointment booking, confirmations, messaging, feedback, and notifications — all in a clean, intuitive interface. Aligned Showings is one of the most successful MLS led technology solutions in the industry.
They just wrapped up 2025 and the numbers caught my eye:
Fun stat: Showings are scheduled on average 1 day, 3 hours, and 28 minutes in advance. (Their busiest day? April 4th. Slowest? Christmas. Sounds about right.)
They also shipped a ton of product this year — route planning for approved showings, calendar sync, bulk team management, rebooking, feedback tabs, activity reports, and more. It’s the kind of steady, practical improvement that doesn’t make headlines but makes the tool better every month.
If your MLS is exploring showing solutions, Aligned Showings is worth a look.
My thanks again to them for sponsoring Vendor Alley.
“With the addition of MAR, MetroList now serves 15 Central and Northern California counties and supports data-sharing across 29 relevant counties, creating expanded exposure and opportunity for real estate professionals and consumers alike. This strategic move reflects MAR’s commitment to equipping its members with forward-thinking tools, innovative technology, and comprehensive service and support in an increasingly value driven real estate landscape.”
Looks like MetroList is building some momentum. The consolidation continues…
My son was home for winter break from NYU Film School, so I put him to work.
I wrote a short script, we shot this video, and he handled the edit. I think it turned out great. Credit also to Tuesday founder Coleton Boyer, who nailed the “walk and talk,” which is harder than it looks.
Unlike traditional MLS apps, Tuesday is different by design. The goal is simple: be the first app real estate agents open in the morning.
Agents can quickly see what’s happening in the market, track activity in their farm, and share listings with clients. Instead of boring spreadsheets and endless email alerts, Tuesday turns your MLS into a clean, scrollable feed.
Agents can also follow other agents. Teammates, office mates, even rivals. That’s how cooperation actually happens.
Tuesday is the best way to unlock cooperation at your MLS.
Want to learn more?
Contact Coleton at cole@ontuesday.com
Metro MLS Names Chris Lambrou as Chief Executive Officer
“Chris is a proven leader with a deep understanding of the industry and Metro MLS,” said Joe Horning, Metro MLS Chairman. “Over the past eight months, he has provided stability, strengthened relationships and positioned Metro MLS for long-term success. We are excited to have him leading our organization.”
I am honored to officially lead Metro MLS as CEO,” Lambrou said. “Over the past several months, I’ve seen firsthand the talent and dedication of our team. I look forward to building on our momentum, driving innovation and ensuring Metro MLS continues to provide exceptional value to our members and the real estate community”
Big congrats to Chris. Well deserved!
