Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is excited to announce that multiple leaders within the company have been named RISMedia 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers. Each leader is recognized for their leadership and meaningful contributions to the real estate industry.
Each year, RISMedia recognizes the industry’s most dynamic leaders for their accomplishments and contributions to their companies, colleagues, clients and the broader goal of expanding homeownership. Selected by RISMedia’s editorial team from nominations across the industry, honorees are recognized for newsworthy accomplishments that drive progress and positive impact. Our leaders at Howard Hanna exemplify these qualities through their commitment to industry leadership and the communities that they serve.
2026 Real Estate Newsmaker awards were presented to the following leaders across Howard Hanna:
Luminaries
The Industry Icons
Those larger-than-life real estate role models who have dedicated their lives to the betterment of their companies, consumers and the real estate industry at large:
- Howard “Hoby” Hanna IV, CEO, HHRES
- Whitney LaCosta, executive vice president, Howard Hanna | Coach Realtors
Influencers
The Thought Leaders
Those not afraid to take a stand, inspiring others by sharing new perspectives, expert insights and visionary guidance for the betterment of all:
- Duffy Hanna, president, Howard Hanna Financial Services
- Michael Guthrie, president emeritus, Charlottesville, HHRES
- Leah Gibbons, CMO & SVP, HHRES
- Alicia Kosec, president, Northern Ohio and Michigan, HHRES
- Annie Hanna Engel, President and COO, Howard Hanna Insurance Services, Chief Legal Officer, Hanna Holdings, Inc.
Each of these leaders has played a meaningful role in strengthening Howard Hanna’s position as the No.1 privately-owned and -operated real estate brokerage in the United States. Over the past year, their leadership supported major company milestones, including the expansion into New York City and Philadelphia markets. Their hard work and dedication reflect the depth of leadership and commitment that continue to set Howard Hanna apart across the industry.
RISMedia’s 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers will be honored during a reception and gala dinner held during its 38th annual CEO and Leadership Exchange, taking place September 30-October 2, in Washington, D.C.
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About Howard Hanna
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services proudly provides real estate, mortgage, title, and insurance services across 15 states. As the largest family-owned and -operated real estate brokerage in the United States, Howard Hanna operates more than 500 offices with 15,000 sales associates and staff. The company’s proprietary Hanna Success System helps its agents achieve 53% more business than agents at the top 1000 brokerages nationally. Learn more at www.HowardHanna.com.
