Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency (The Agency/Contributed Photo)

Global real estate brokerage The Agency on Tuesday announced the launch of its newest office in Tyler.

Joining the brokerage’s growing network of offices around the world, The Agency Tyler will be led by accomplished industry veteran Vanessa Griffin, who will serve as managing partner. This is the brokerage’s fourth office in Texas, following the brokerage’s locations in Austin, Dallas and Frisco.

“We’re thrilled to further expand our footprint throughout Texas with the debut of our newest office location in Tyler,” Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency, said in an exclusive press release provided to the Tyler Morning Telegraph. “Tyler’s real estate scene is buzzing with opportunity and growth, thanks to its lively economy, booming job market, and close-knit community.”

Umansky went on to say teaming up with Griffin, “a respected figure in this market, serves as a testament to our dedication to building strong partnerships in key markets across the U.S. and beyond.”

Griffin said she is proud to establish The Agency in her city.

“Tyler, Texas is more than just a location — it’s a lifestyle,” she said in a press release. “Buyers are drawn to this sought-after market for its winning combination of Southern charm, flourishing economy, and tight-knit community spirit. We’re thrilled to be establishing The Agency’s presence in the area and showcasing to buyers and sellers the elite standards and unparalleled service that define our brand.”

The Agency has a renowned brand that is featured on international television shows including “Buying Beverly Hills,” which debuted on Netflix in 2022 with its second season currently streaming. The new real estate occu-soap highlights the high-stakes world of luxury real estate in Los Angeles.

Tyler is a great fit for The Agency, representatives of the brokerage said. Recently named No. 1 on USA Today’s list of Best 5 Cities To Move To In Texas, the city with a 100,000-plus population with its small-town vibe has been garnering national attention.

“Tyler’s thriving real estate market and strong community make it an attractive hub for The Agency’s expansion efforts in the state of Texas,” said James Ramsay, EVP of The Agency’s Franchise Division. “We’re delighted to be working with Vanessa Griffin on this venture as we continue to introduce The Agency’s renowned brand to dynamic cities across the globe.”

Situated at a corner office in the heart of downtown Tyler at 121 E Erwin St., The Agency Tyler will be part of a renaissance to the downtown area which is undergoing several construction projects. Boutique hotels, a brand new courthouse, a square revival with green spaces and more are among the projects underway for the city’s center.

The Agency has grown to more than 120 corporately owned and franchise offices across the globe, making it one of the fastest-growing luxury boutique brokerages in the world, according to its website. Poised for further expansion with like-minded partners in strategic markets, The Agency is noted by The Financial Times as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies and has ranked among Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing private companies in the country for seven consecutive years.

Recently, The Agency ranked 16th on the 2024 RealTrends 500 list, and ranked as the seventh-largest privately held independent brokerage in the nation by sales volume, according to the brokerage. In 2022, Inman named The Agency Luxury Brokerage of the year, and the firm was nominated for a second time in 2023.

Most recently, Umansky ranked No. 50 on The Swanepoel Power 200’s list of most powerful and influential people in real estate.

The Agency said its strategic positioning as an industry leader shines through its commitment to expanding into prominent markets with significant growth potential and like-minded partners. The Agency has rapidly increased its presence across the globe throughout the past year, according to the brokerage. The Agency launched 12 new offices in Quarter 1 of 2024, with more on the horizon this year, according to the brokerage.

For more information on The Agency, visit www.theagencyre.com.