REIA announces leadership team and board for 2025

The Real Estate Institute of Australia has unveiled its leadership team and board for 2025, with Leanne Pilkington continuing as president.

Hannah Gill will serve as deputy president alongside FRAC Chair Cain Cooke in the peak body’s executive team.

The organisation has also appointed Scott Rollason as its new chief executive officer.

“2024 was a challenging year for our industry and the broader community, but we’ve demonstrated remarkable resilience,” Pilkington said.

“As we step into 2025, I am excited to collaborate with this exceptional board to address ongoing challenges, seize emerging opportunities, and continue advocating for our industry and consumers alike,” she said.

The board includes representatives from across Australia: Andrew Bell as additional director, Carol Need representing NT, Jacob Cain for Victoria, Michael Walsh from Tasmania, Suzanne Brown from WA, and Thomas McGlynn representing NSW.

“We are thrilled to have Scott on board. His fresh perspective and strategic vision will be invaluable as we look to the year ahead,” Pilkington said.

REIA represents 85 per cent of Australian real estate agencies, comprising 46,793 businesses that employ 133,360 people.