NextHome is proud to announce that Charis Moreno, NextHome’s Vice President of Sales, has been named a 2024 HousingWire Woman of Influence.
Now in its 15th year, HousingWire’s Women of Influence awards recognize 100 women who are shaping and propelling the housing economy forward with their impressive achievements. The Women of Influence are selected by HousingWire’s selection committee based on their professional achievements within their organizations, in addition to their contributions to the overall industry, community outreach, client impact, and personal success.
“Charis is a force of nature who leads with authenticity, innovation, and heart,” said NextHome CEO James Dwiggins. “This is a well-deserved award as she inspires all around her to take real estate fearlessly into the future.”
Over the past decade, Charis has led NextHome to the pinnacle of real estate franchise growth. Her drive and determination helped NextHome become the no. 1 franchise in new offices added as recognized in NAR’s biannual residential franchise report. NextHome was also named one of The Financial Times Americas’ 500 Fastest-Growing Companies in 2024, marking the company’s third year on the list.
Charis is often the first point of contact for people interested in becoming NextHome members, and immediately radiates NextHome’s standout company culture. By leading with her signature style of authenticity and honesty during these introductory conversations, Charis allows real estate professionals to be themselves.
Through her approach to real estate, Charis builds meaningful connections and attracts talented people who resonate with the company’s core values and vision. This mutual alignment ensures long-term success and a franchise network focused on collaboration and support.
Charis’ people-centered perspectives have helped the company achieve recognitions on Franchise Business Review’s Culture100 List, in addition to being the the No. 1 real estate franchise in the country in owner satisfaction.
Her signature approach to sales comes from extensive industry experience. Charis began her career on the portal side with Realtor.com and Trulia before moving into real estate franchising with NextHome in 2014. She is deeply knowledgeable on all real estate brands and their business models.
Charis has been recognized as a RISMedia Newsmaker again and again, and often speaks at industry events.
“This year’s honorees showcase the remarkable accomplishments of the industry’s leading female executives,” said HousingWire’s Editor-in-Chief, Sarah Wheeler. “These women have exhibited exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to their organizations, inspiring the next generation of leaders to imagine a future without limits.”
Outside of her role at NextHome, Charis is a mother of two and a proud supporter of ForeverFound.org.