She brings over 20 years of senior executive experience
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has appointed Kelly Ryan (pictured above) as its new chief executive officer, effective May 29.
Ryan, who brings over 20 years of senior executive experience, held significant leadership positions such as chief executive of Netball Australia, as well as pivotal roles in the growth of the Gold Coast Suns Football Club and the enhancement of customer experience at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium. She also served as the chief marketing officer for the Western Bulldogs Football Club.
In her new role at REIV, Ryan will focus on modernising the institute’s operations, enhancing its educational and training programs for its over 7,000 members, and stepping up its advocacy and governmental engagement during a critical period for Victoria’s property sector.
Ryan’s appointment will see interim CEO Megan Mander return to her role as an REIV director.
Jacob Caine, president of REIV, expressed confidence in Ryan’s appointment, highlighting her commercial mindset and management skills as essential for navigating the complex challenges facing Victoria’s real estate industry.
“The evolving challenges of Victoria’s property sector means leading organisations need strong, high performing executives to galvanise the sector and engage effectively with industry, government and regulators,” Caine said.
“With Victorian real estate at the centre of an acute housing and rental affordability crisis, the sector contributing significantly to Victoria’s tax revenue and being the subject of growing regulatory scrutiny, Kelly will be instrumental in advancing the REIV’s strategic objectives.”
Commenting on her appointment, Ryan expressed enthusiasm about her new position, noting the significant responsibilities and opportunities it presents.
“I’m proud to join the REIV, a well-respected leader in our state’s property sector and one with significant responsibility as an education and service provider to real estate professionals,” she said.
“It’s clear an exciting evolution is underway to position the REIV into a contemporary peak body that better meets member needs, and I’m thrilled to lead this phase of change and growth.”
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