Lauren Hansen, Former CEO of IRES Inducted into CMLS Hall of Fame

New Orleans, LA, October 5, 2023 — Lauren Hansen, retired CEO of IRES, LLC was inducted into the Council of Multiple Listing Services (CMLS) Hall of Fame during the CMLS conference (CMLS2023) on October 5. The honor is a means of recognizing and acknowledging a lifetime of leadership, energy, and intellect that improves and elevates the multiple listing services industry.

“Lauren’s determination and vision helped shape CMLS as we know it today; her time and energy to support CMLS and the MLS community is unmatched. Not only has she left a legacy on our industry, she has been a mentor to me throughout my tenure at CMLS,” said Denée Evans, CEO of CMLS.

Hansen wore numerous hats in her four-plus decades in the real estate industry. Her roles as Executive Officer at both the Estes Park Board of Realtors and Tri-City Services Inc. led her to be the first and only CEO of IRES until her retirement at the end of 2021. She spearheaded the development of the IRES MLS database and was always on the cutting edge of real estate in Colorado.

Her ability to take innovation by “the horns” and try new things, while inspiring others to do the same, was something special. Whether adding new features to the MLS platform or helping others advance their own knowledge, expertise and skills, Hansen’s accomplishments and overall impact on the industry will be felt for years to come.

“IRES, and its wholly owned software subsidiary Realgo Inc., have a prodigious history of innovation in the MLS space which blossomed from Lauren’s vision and leadership. I am thankful for the foundation she laid both at IRES and at the industry organizations she contributed her thoughts and energy to. Her dedication shows in her long-standing service to CMLS,” said Jeff Bosch, CEO of IRES, LLC.

Hansen was an instrumental part of leading CMLS from a volunteer organization to a staff-run professional trade association. She served on the CMLS board for many years including Chair in 2018, was a part of many committees and workgroups, and a graduate of the inaugural CMLX3 class.

Industry colleagues and friends often comment on Hansen’s wonderful sense of humor, her willingness to take risks and engage with other MLS executives, and her genuine interest in and love for the MLS industry.

Hansen’s induction into the CMLS Hall of Fame was preceded by John Mosey in 2022, Kathy Condon in 2021, David Charron in 2020, Cathy Holefelder in 2019, Jack Johnson in 2017, Ann Bailey in 2016, Brian Larson in 2015, Pat Bybee in 2013, Jeannette Biddle in 2012, and Peter Shuttleworth in 2011. The honor recognizes the contributions of the inductee to CMLS and the MLS industry at the close or culmination of the inductee’s career in the MLS industry. Although inductees are recognized at the annual CMLS conference, the award is not necessarily given on an annual basis.

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About CMLS
CMLS is an association of over 225 Multiple Listing Services, serving over 1.7 million subscribers, whose mission is to set the standard for Multiple Listing Service excellence and support all who seek it. CMLS is committed to a thriving Multiple Listing Service industry that strengthens and enriches the efficiency, transparency, and competitive vibrancy of the North American real estate marketplace. For more information, please visit CMLS at www.cmls.org.

About IRES, LLC
Information and Real Estate Services, LLC (IRES) was formed in 1996 as the regional Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for Northern Colorado by four Boards and Associations of REALTORS® in Boulder/Longmont, Fort Collins, Greeley, and Loveland/Berthoud. In addition to these four Boards and Associations, IRES is the MLS provider for the Estes Park Board of REALTORS® and the Logan County Board of REALTORS®. For more information, please visit www.ires-net.com.