Global Real Estate and Management Leader to Spearhead Sotheby’s International Realty Brand’s Global Growth Plans and Servicing Initiatives
On September 20th, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC announced the appointment of Julie Leonhardt LaTorre, global real estate and management professional, as chief operating officer. In this role, LaTorre is responsible for overseeing the global servicing and operations functions for the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand.
“Julie Leonhardt LaTorre has an extensive real estate background having worked across various sectors of the industry,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Her keen understanding of an affiliate-based business model coupled with her global business acumen perfectly positions her to take on this role within the Sotheby’s International Realty brand. We are pleased to welcome Julie to our team.”
LaTorre will lead a team of global operations professionals around the world and will oversee ongoing affiliate services to drive strategic growth goals and objectives for the brand.
“The Sotheby’s International Realty brand’s global strength and its innovative marketing platforms make it one of the most discerning luxury brands in the world,” said LaTorre. “I am thrilled to be joining the brand and look forward to working with the team to continue to grow the business globally, expand top-notch service initiatives and developer business-changing tools for affiliates to better serve their clientele. My experience, not only as a transactional attorney, but also with auction house specialists and luxury brands, has primed me for this role and I am proud to be named chief operating officer of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand.”
“Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty (RSIR) couldn’t be more excited about this news,” said Dean Jones, Principal & Owner, RSIR. “We are proud to be aligned with a global brand committed to growing and evolving forward in the industry with the best.”