National Association of REALTORS® Welcomes Kevin Brown as 2026 President; Unveils Strategic Vision for Growth, Transparency, and Member Focus
HOUSTON — November 18, 2025 — The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), representing 1.49 million real estate professionals nationwide, today announced Kevin Brown as its new President for 2026. Brown assumed leadership at the conclusion of the NAR Board of Directors meeting, succeeding Kevin Sears and beginning a one-year presidential term.
With decades of industry experience and a lifelong commitment to real estate, Brown outlined a forward-looking agenda in his first exclusive interview as NAR President, signaling a renewed emphasis on member engagement, organizational modernization, and real-world business results.
Back to Business: A Focused, Strategic Agenda
In his Inman interview, Brown underscored his overarching goal: “Now that we have gotten back to basics, my plan is to get NAR back to business.” His leadership approach centers on strengthening the association’s value proposition to REALTORS® by tackling the issues that most directly impact their daily business operations.
Key priorities highlighted by Brown include:
Delivering on the New NAR Strategic Plan: Brown will lead efforts to implement NAR’s recently adopted three-year Strategic Plan, guiding organizational focus from 2026 through 2028. The plan emphasizes modernization, accountability, and operational excellence.
Modernizing NAR for the 21st Century: Brown stressed the importance of adapting the association’s structure and services to better reflect today’s real estate ecosystem and member needs. He described efforts to ensure staff and volunteers are aligned with measurable performance goals.
Enhancing Broker and Member Engagement: Recognizing that many REALTORS® are unfamiliar with the breadth of NAR’s work, Brown committed to deepening communications and engagement with brokers of all sizes and member segments.
Addressing Industry Barriers: Brown confirmed NAR’s continued advocacy on issues such as housing inventory, finance, insurance challenges, and zoning restrictions—factors that directly affect REALTORS® and consumers alike.
Collaborative Leadership and Listening First
Brown emphasized that his leadership style will be rooted in collaboration, active listening, and evidence-based decision-making. “We need to listen to everybody — our members, brokers and industry partners — and act in the best interests of the entire real estate community,” he said.
Drawing on his extensive real estate background, Brown also spoke candidly about the importance of thoughtful governance that balances internal organizational needs with external market realities.
About Kevin Brown
Brown is a seasoned REALTOR® based near Lake Tahoe, California, and brings decades of industry leadership to his role. Throughout his career, he has been deeply engaged in both residential and commercial real estate, building a reputation for integrity, commitment, and client-centered service.
About the National Association of REALTORS®
The National Association of REALTORS® is America’s largest professional trade association, representing over 1.49 million members involved in all aspects of the real estate industry. NAR’s mission is to empower REALTORS® to serve their clients, communities, and the public with integrity and professionalism.
Source: Inman newsletter.
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