RE/MAX Holdings announced Monday it has hired Tom Flanagan as chief digital information officer.
Flanagan will oversee information technology and data operations for the company and its affiliated brands, including RE/MAX and Motto Mortgage.
He will manage engineering, data, technology security and compliance — and work with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with business strategy.
“Tom brings a rare blend of technical expertise, strategic insight and deep industry experience,” said Erik Carlson, chief executive officer of RE/MAX Holdings. “His ability to bridge marketing and technology, combined with a forward-thinking approach to AI and data, makes him an ideal fit for our organization. Just as importantly, Tom shares our values and collaborative spirit — he understands the heart of our mission and connects naturally with our culture.
“We’re thrilled to welcome him to our leadership team as we continue to innovate and elevate the experience for our REMAX and Motto Mortgage networks and their clients.”
Flanagan previously served as chief innovation officer at The Group Inc. Real Estate and president of Group Financial Partners. He has also held leadership roles at Residential Properties Ltd. and Alain Pinel Realtors.
“I’m incredibly excited to join the team and an iconic brand, which continues to carry the heart and mindset of a startup,” Flanagan said. “Having spent two decades in the industry, I’ve long admired the caliber of professionals who represent the brand, many of whom I’ve had the privilege to know through my network.
“For both real estate and mortgage affiliates, there’s a tremendous opportunity to move forward and integrate cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence into the workflow, driving efficiencies that allow them to focus on what they do best; serving their clients.”
A graduate of the New England Institute of Technology, has received multiple service awards from Leading Real Estate Companies of the World on top of additional industry accolades.
In 2013, he was named the overall winner of Tech Collective’s Tech10 Awards.
His appointment follows a series of leadership changes at RE/MAX Holdings in 2025.
Other hires include Chris Lim as chief growth officer, Don Kottick as president of RE/MAX Canada, Daniel Dennis as senior vice president of sales and service, Travis Saxton as executive vice president of strategy and Vic Lombardo as president of mortgage services.
“Erik has really built an amazing team, and I’m thrilled to join what I think is a dream team of real estate professionals to really move the needle,” Flanagan said.