As questions around data ownership and transparency continue to shape the future of home search, Dennis Cestra Jr. is stepping into a national leadership role at a pivotal time for the industry. Cestra was appointed to the Broker Public Portal Board of Managers. In this role, he will contribute to national discussions shaping data standards and transparency in online home search.
The Broker Public Portal is an industry-led initiative formed by brokerages and multiple listing services (MLSs). It was created with the goal of delivering an accurate, transparent and consumer-first national MLS home search experience. As brokers and MLSs navigate an evolving portal landscape, BPP’s focus on data integrity and Fair Display Guidelines carries renewed significance.
“I’m honored to join the 2026 Board of Managers and contribute to the important work of Broker Public Portal,” Cestra said. “This initiative shows what’s possible when brokers and MLSs unite around transparency, data integrity, and consumer trust. I’m excited to work alongside this respected group to advance the Fair Display Guidelines and ensure consumers have access to the most accurate property information available.”
Cestra’s appointment places Howard Hanna among a national group of brokerage leaders helping guide the direction of listing transparency and home search standards. This helps place the company as a leader in these initiatives as the industry adapts.
He joins a board composed of brokerage and MLS leaders from across the country, representing a broad cross-section of residential real estate. The board plays a key role in reinforcing standards that prioritize data accuracy and consumer trust across the entirety of industry. As part of his duty, Cestra will assist the organization as it continues aiming to expand the reach of its flagship consumer platform, Cribio.com.
As real estate trends continue to evolve, Cestra’s position on the 2026 Board underscores Howard Hanna’s commitment to collaboration, transparency and the long-term integrity of home search.
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.
