After 13 years at the helm, Dermot Buffini is stepping down as CEO of Buffini & Company, according to an announcement on Monday.
In his stead, company founder Brian Buffini will assume the role of chairman and CEO
Dermot Buffini became CEO in 2013. Under his leadership the company has grown globally, reaching real estate professionals worldwide through live events, training, coaching and strategic partnerships.
“Today Buffini & Company celebrates its 30th anniversary, and Dermot has been an integral part of that journey for the last 26 years. I’m grateful for his impact and his leadership for our organization and excited for this next chapter of growth. Dermot’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping Buffini & Company into the industry leader it is today,” Brian Buffini said in a statement.
Despite stepping down as CEO Dermot Buffini will remain with the firm as the board advisor and international brand ambassador. In this role, he will continue to support the firm’s international growth initiatives and represent the brand on a global level. In addition, he will also continue to host The Curious CEO YouTube channel.
“After 13 incredibly rewarding years as CEO, I’m proud of what our team accomplished during a time of meaningful change in the real estate industry,” Dermot Buffini said in a statement. “The new year represents fresh opportunities, and I’m excited to continue inspiring leaders through speaking, international expansion, strategic partnerships and The Curious CEO. Buffini & Company is well positioned for continued success.”
Originally founded in 1996, Buffini & Company is headquartered in Carlsbad, Calif. The company estimates that it has impacted over 3 million professionals in over 35 countries.