The MLS is Making the Market Work® … but what is making the MLS work?*
Every few weeks, Andy Woolley, a longtime advocate and eyewitness to all things MLS, will sit down with the executive of a smartly operated MLS to explore the secrets of their success. Together they will explore where the strategy, operations, and execution intersect, enabling the smart MLS to power an efficient and vibrant real estate market.
Power is gained by sharing knowledge. Experience is a master teacher. We hope this podcast will be a platform for collaboration, sharing ideas to empower all MLSs to operate smarter.
Whether you are an MLS director or executive interested in learning the fundamentals powering the smart MLS, or just want to hear some great career advice, the Secrets of a Smarter MLS Podcast is for you.
* “The MLS is Making the Market Work” is a CMLS registered trademark used by permission.
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Episodes
- 07 – Bill Miller, CEO of MetroList MLS | Everyone Has a Voice at the Table March 17, 2020By constantly soliciting open-ended feedback, northern California MLS MetroList has built a winning organization that both staff and over 18,000 members are proud to be part of. Andy queries Bill on the customer-centric ethos that drives their success.Homes.com
- 07 – Bonus Excerpt: Evolution of MLS Data Sharing in Northern California March 17, 2020How the 7 largest MLSs in Northern California manage data sharing and more with Bill Miller.Homes.com
- 07 – Bonus Excerpt | MLS Cyber Attack March 17, 2020A year ago Metrolist MLS faced a serious cyber attack. Bill Miller explains what happened.Homes.com
- 06 – Sam DeBord, RESO CEO | Goodbye Gridlock – Why Open Standards are a No-Brainer December 12, 2019How the new WebAPI transport standard, emerging new standards like UPI, and future standards expansion will drive industry efficiency. Andy interviews the multi-faceted Sam DeBord, CEO of RESO, the organization responsible for developing, promoting, and maintaining electronic commerce standards for the real estate industry.Homes.com
- 05 – Chris Carrillo, CEO of Metro MLS | A Passion for Service December 4, 2019Chris Carrillo’s passion for MLS runs deep and is a key aspect of his success as the CEO of Metro MLS. It also drives Chris’ contributions to the industry, serving as the 2019 Chairperson of CMLS, a founding member of MLS Aligned, and a groundbreaking co-venture with...Homes.com
- 04 – Brad Bjelke, CEO of UtahRealEstate.com | Facilitate Cooperation to Get The Most Eyeballs November 26, 2019Recovering attorney and law professor Brad Bjelke jumped into the MLS world with a hands-on and inspiring leadership approach. As the CEO of UtahRealEstate.com, Utah’s largest MLS, he facilitates an efficient team, operating their own MLS system and consumer portal. Get the scoop on the “the Ocho,”...Homes.com
- 03 – Glenn Christoph, Intermountain MLS CEO | Customer Service is Key November 7, 2019Glenn Christoph knows that customer service is the key to running a smarter MLS, having served as both a vendor and MLS principal in a variety of markets over the last 25 years. He answers questions on ibuyers, “Coming Soon” listings, Policy 8.0 and more.Homes.com
- 02 – Karen Kage, Realcomp CEO | Battles won, Battles Lost November 1, 2019Karen Kage entered the MLS industry 30 years ago looking for a job, not a career. Today she is one of the most respected CEOs in our industry. This episode explores her path to CEO, her battle with the FTC, and advice for today’s emerging leaders.Homes.com
- 01 – Jeremy Crawford, First MLS CEO | Technology, Standards and Leadership October 24, 2019Jeremy Crawford knows how to run an MLS, because he knows how an MLS runs, having served as CEO of RESO, CIO of Sandicor and MLSListings Inc and currently as CEO of Atlanta-based First MLS. In this inaugural episode Andy brings out lessons from Jeremy’s 25 years...Homes.com
- 00 – Trailer | Secrets of a Smarter MLS Podcast September 10, 2019Join host Andy Woolley, a longtime advocate and eyewitness to all things MLS, as he sits down with the executive of a smartly operated MLS to explore the secrets of their success. Power is gained by sharing knowledge. Experience is a master teacher. A platform for sharing...Homes.com