AGNT Named Leo Pareja as Chief Executive Officer
The Bellingham-based company appointed its new leader to drive international growth and scale operations.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in People
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AGNT, Inc. has officially appointed Leo Pareja as its new Chief Executive Officer following a unanimous board vote. Founder Glenn Sanford will transition to the role of Chairman of the Board to focus on the company's long-term vision.
Why it matters
This leadership transition is part of a deliberate growth strategy intended to expand the company's reach locally and internationally. The board views this appointment as the next phase for the organization formerly known as eXp World Holdings, Inc.
Leo Pareja, who joined the company in 2022, has been named to the Swanepoel Power 200 list six times throughout his career. His background includes co-founding Remine, Inc. in 2016, a platform that serves approximately 1,000,000 real estate professionals.
The players
Leo Pareja
He is the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of AGNT, Inc. who previously led eXp Realty.
Glenn Sanford
He is the founder of the company and will now serve as the Chairman of the Board.
The details
The appointment of Pareja marks a significant shift following years of succession planning by the Board of Directors. Pareja previously served as CEO of eXp Realty starting in April 2024 and led the acquisition of NextHome, Inc. in May 2026.
Timeline
Glenn Sanford founded the company in 2009.
Leo Pareja joined the company in 2022.
Pareja began serving as CEO of eXp Realty in April 2024.
Pareja led the acquisition of NextHome, Inc. in May 2026.
The appointment of Leo Pareja as AGNT CEO took effect October 8, 2026.
Market Landscape
This leadership change signals an aggressive pivot toward scaling operations within the competitive real estate technology sector. It positions the company to compete more effectively against major industry rivals by leveraging the growth strategies initiated by the previous acquisition cycle.
The transition to new leadership is intended to support long-term stability and product innovation for the company's clients. Customers and stakeholders may see shifts in service focus as the firm accelerates its plan to expand presence in new markets.
The takeaway
Effective leadership transitions often require a balance between maintaining founder vision and introducing new executive experience. Pareja's track record in real estate technology suggests that the company is prioritizing digital growth and professional service scale.
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