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Ten United Real Estate Leaders Recognized for Driving Growth, Embracing Change During the Most Challenging Market in Decades

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United’s nimble shift to new strategic growth initiatives and unwavering support for its affiliates resulted in a 12% growth in agents during 2024, despite a mass exodus of real estate practitioners nationwide.

DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ten United® Real Estate (United) leaders are featured among 300 distinguished professionals in RISMedia’s 2025 Real Estate Newsmakers list. The report shines a spotlight on United’s leaders who responded quickly to industry change and seized opportunities for the benefit of its owners, agents and consumers.

United is highlighted for the fifth consecutive year, with ten members featured — the most within its national network to be recognized in a single year. This notable achievement underscores the company’s high-performing team and commitment to improving the financial future of its 25,000 agents, their families, clients and the communities it serves.

United Real Estate CTO David Dickey and United Real Estate Vice President of Marketing Amanda Cline have been named Trailblazers.

    Dickey directs United’s internal product development team, efficiently overseeing its $5M in annual enhancements to its proprietary Bullseye Cloud-Based Productivity Platform. In 2024, Dickey’s team launched LeadBoost which uses AI to optimize agents’ social media advertising spend for referral-free leads and established the foundations for a to-be-released marketplace for agents.

Benchmark Realty (a United Company) CEO and EVP of Strategy for United Phillip Cantrell and Virtual Properties Realty (a United Company) CEO and EVP of Training, Education and Development for United Steve Wagner have been named Influencers.

    Cantrell engineered and managed the launch of United Real Estate’s Financial Wellness Program, encompassing healthcare insurance, financial literacy and wealth management. In just nine months, the program resulted in over $3 million to date in new savings and debt elimination for affiliates. Phillip is also an author and will be releasing his first book “Failing My Way to Success (and Failure)” in 2025.

Premiere Plus Realty (a United Affiliated Company) President Jillian Young has been named a Futurist.

    Young successfully led her firm through significant growth in 2024. She orchestrated an affiliation with United Real Estate, strategically positioning the brokerage for national expansion. Her leadership has empowered Premiere’s 1,500 agents in Southwest Florida with extensive training, ensuring compliance following the NAR settlement.

United Real Estate Vice President of Operations Leigh Ann Bogran and Virtual Properties Realty (a United Company) COO and co-owner of United Country | Premier Properties Jamie Mertz have been named Achievers.

    Bogran led the Talent Attraction Program and developed procedures to enhance national recruiting to drive positive net agent growth in 2024. She implemented the standardization of marketing agreements, collaborated on cross-functional teams to meet agent training & development goals and assisted with the launch of United’s Financial Wellness Program and healthcare plans for affiliates.

United Real Estate President Rick Haase is among three real estate leaders to be invited to join the 2025 Newsmakers Hall of Fame, recognizing a lifetime of achievements in the industry.

    Over the past 30 years, the regional and national companies Haase has served succeeded despite industry headwinds. At United, Haase has been instrumental in accelerating the expansion of the company and is keenly focused on the firm’s mission to change the financial trajectory of agents’ careers and lives.

United Real Estate Group CEO Dan Duffy and United Real Estate | Richmond (a United Affiliate) co-founder John Finn have been honored as Luminaries.

    Duffy challenged his team to see things differently during one of the most difficult markets by turning turmoil into opportunity. United achieved a 12% agent growth in 2024, despite the industry estimating a 6% to 10% decrease in total agents. In 2024, his firm became the fastest-growing with a 727% growth rate over the past five years.

“Hamlet said it perfectly…this is an ’embassage of goodly virtues,’ an ’embarrassment of riches’ of recognition for our United Real Estate team. The accolades for each team member noted are very deserved based on their effort, contributions and results but a bit embarrassing nonetheless. I am regularly astonished by the amazing professionals who are dedicated to improving the financial trajectories and lives of our 25,000 affiliated agents, brokers, auctioneers and employees,” stated Dan Duffy, United Real Estate Group CEO. “I am more excited than ever for United’s future and for what is to come!”

About United Real Estate
United Real Estate (United) – a division of United Real Estate Group – was founded with the purpose of offering solutions to real estate brokers and agents in the rapidly changing real estate brokerage industry. United provides the latest training, marketing and technology tools to agents and brokers under a flat-fee, transaction-based agent commission model. By leveraging the company’s proprietary cloud-based Bullseye™ Agent & Broker Productivity Platform, United delivers a more profitable outcome for agents and brokers. United Real Estate operates in 34 states with 170 offices and more than 22,000 agents. The company produced over 73,000 transactions and $26.3 billion in sales volume in 2024.

About United Real Estate Group
United Real Estate Group (UREG) operates United Real Estate and United Country Real Estate, addressing the unique market needs of suburban, major metropolitan urban and rural markets. Utilizing the cloud-based Bullseye™ Agent & Broker Productivity Platform, UREG offers the latest training, marketing and technology tools producing a significant competitive advantage. The platform realizes over a decade-long investment in virtual agent and brokerage technology services and is powered by a 2.6 million listings data warehouse generating over 3 million monthly visitors and 30,000+ leads per year. Together, the United Real Estate Group supports more than 600 offices and 25,000 real estate and auction professionals across four continents. United Real Estate Group produced 90,000 transactions and $30.7 billion in sales volume in 2024. Through its in-house advertising agency, UREG offers differentiating marketing support and collateral for specialized lifestyle property websites as well as access to a 800,000+ opt-in buyer database. For more information about United Real Estate or United Country Real Estate, please visit UnitedRealEstate.com or UnitedCountry.com.

To learn more about United Real Estate, brokerage succession planning, brokerage valuation and sale or franchising opportunities, visit GrowWithUnited.com. Agents interested in learning about career opportunities with United Real Estate can visit JoinUnitedRealEstate.com.

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April Gonzalez, United Real Estate, 504-237-3500, AGonzalez@UnitedRealEstate.com, www.UnitedRealEstate.com 

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ADT Inc. Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation Into Exposure of Personal Information

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BOCA RATON, Fla., April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the ADT Inc. data breach. ADT Inc. learned of the cybersecurity incident on April 20, 2026.

What Happened

On or about April 20, 2026, ADT learned of a data breach incident that compromised customers’ personal information. The hacker group ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Information Exposed

Affected personal data includes names, phone numbers, addresses, dates of birth, and the last four digits of some customers’ Social Security numbers.

Who May Be Impacted

Individuals who received a data breach notification from ADT Inc. may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud.

Your Legal Options

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised in the ADT Inc. breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

Recommended Protective Steps

Review account statements and credit reports regularly and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. Confirm whether your information was involved in the ADT Inc. incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring.

Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation

Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492 ext. 2; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; Web: www.edelson-law.com. Or click HERE to request a free consultation.

About ADT Inc.

Based in Boca Raton, Florida, ADT Inc. is the nation’s largest home security company, providing monitored and self-install systems, smart home features, and fire safety services.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud

Media and Partnership Inquiries: Use the contact information above to connect with our team regarding interviews, co-counsel opportunities, and referral partnerships.

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Make It Easy to Connect Your Switch to a Larger Screen — HAILESI S123E Enters the Japanese Portable Monitor Market, Ranking Among Amazon Japan’s Top 5 Bestsellers

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SHENZHEN, China, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Known for its high quality standards, Japan’s consumer electronics market has recently seen a portable monitor from Shenzhen gain increasing attention. The HAILESI S123E portable monitor has ranked among the top 5 best-selling portable monitors on Amazon Japan and holds the No.1 position in the 12.3-inch category. This achievement reflects not only strong sales growth, but also positive recognition of its quality and performance among Japanese users. (Data source: Amazon monitor category ranking, March 2026)

 

Developed under the concept of “no Switch 2 dock required”, the S123E offers a more convenient and flexible connection experience. With just a single Type-C cable, users can directly connect their gaming console to a larger screen, without relying on a traditional dock. One Japanese user commented: “This is one of the most user-friendly external monitors I’ve used. It’s lightweight and easy to carry, so I can use it anytime and anywhere. It also feels more cost-effective than buying an official dock.”

In terms of display performance, it features a 12.3-inch screen with a 1920×1280 resolution and a 3:2 aspect ratio. Compared to conventional 16:9 displays, it provides a larger viewing area, helping improve productivity for work and study. With 100% sRGB color gamut, 300 nits of brightness, and HDR support, it delivers natural and immersive visual performance across various use cases.

Touch functionality is another key highlight. The S123E adopts a fully laminated touch panel and supports AES 1.0/2.0 styluses, enabling precise input and smooth interaction, suitable for note-taking, drawing, and other creative tasks. With OTG support, users can also connect a keyboard and mouse directly, making it easy to set up a mobile workstation.

Designed to balance portability and practicality, the device features a lightweight body and an integrated adjustable stand for flexible viewing angles. Built-in dual speakers support everyday audio and video needs, making it suitable for a wide range of scenarios including gaming, work, study, and in-vehicle use.

About HAILESI

HAILESI is a technology brand specializing in display devices, with in-house R&D capabilities and a global presence. Focusing on user experience and ease of use, the company is committed to providing high-quality visual experiences and reliable services to customers worldwide.

For more details, please visit: www.hailesi.net

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Creator Authority Joins LinkedIn Marketing Partner Program to Help B2B Brands Launch Influencer Campaigns

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LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Creator Authority, a B2B-focused influencer marketing agency, has joined the LinkedIn Marketing Partner Program, bringing its expertise, proprietary data, and full-service campaign capabilities to help brands leverage LinkedIn’s professional audience.

Creator Authority works with brands including SAP, Notion, Dropbox, HubSpot, Webflow, Upwork, Amazon, and Canva. The agency handles everything from strategy and creative direction to creator sourcing, paid amplification, compliance, and reporting.

The timing reflects a significant market shift. Investment in creator marketing has seen a 171% year-over-year increase, and 61% of B2B marketing leaders plan to increase their creator content spend. According to LinkedIn’s research, 87% of B2B buyers refer to thought leaders when making purchase decisions and 82% say creator content directly influences them.

Brendan Gahan, CEO and founder of Creator Authority, said: “We built Creator Authority because we saw what was coming. LinkedIn plays a critical role in B2B buying decisions, and creators are becoming the most trusted voices in that environment. Being part of the LinkedIn Marketing Partner Program means we can help our clients move faster, with better tools and closer collaboration with the platform.”

LinkedIn represents a unique opportunity in B2B marketing. The platform’s audience carries twice the buying power of the average web user. Thought Leader Ads deliver 252% higher CTR than conventional single-image ads. Creator-led campaigns reduce cost-per-lead by 23%. For Fortune 100 brands, creator content generates 20x the Earned Media Value of brand-owned channels.

The market is moving fast. Most B2B budgets haven’t caught up. Leading B2B brands are recognizing that success on LinkedIn isn’t about being the loudest voice, it’s about amplifying the right voices.

Jonathan Hunt, VP of HubSpot Media, said: “Creator Authority has been an incredible partner. They’ve helped HubSpot Media uncover emerging creator opportunities on LinkedIn and maximize those relationships. Their understanding of the space is unmatched, and their ability to turn that insight into a smart, scalable strategy is why we work with them.”

About Creator Authority
Creator Authority helps B2B and enterprise brands run end-to-end influencer campaigns on LinkedIn and is a member of the LinkedIn Marketing Partner Program specializing in influencer marketing. Clients include SAP, Notion, Dropbox, HubSpot, Webflow, Upwork, Amazon, and Canva.

Creator Authority was founded in 2023 by Brendan Gahan, a creator economy veteran recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 who has been doing influencer marketing since 2006. Gahan previously built and sold Epic Signal to Mekanism, where he served as Partner and Chief Social Officer. Mekanism was later acquired by Plus Company.

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