Redefining
Real Estate
FirstTeam® is committed to empowering women in real estate to lead, grow, and achieve their full potential.
Your Success is Our Passion.
At FirstTeam®, we're proud to be led by an all-female senior leadership team in an industry where women dominate as agents but hold few leadership roles. Our "Powerful Women: Redefining Real Estate" initiative champions inclusivity and empowers women with tools, resources, and support to thrive as agents, leaders, and owners.
Join us to experience a partnership that prioritizes your growth and success. Whether you’re stepping up as a team leader or exploring Community Office ownership, FirstTeam® is here to elevate your career.
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Luxury Presence Podcast
Discover what it takes to lead one of Southern California’s most dynamic and agent-focused brokerages. In this special episode of the Luxury Presence Podcast, FirstTeam’s executive team shares their personal journeys, the philosophy behind empowering agents, and how they’ve built a culture of leadership and growth.
For agents looking to step into leadership, this conversation offers rare insights into scaling teams, building influence, and positioning yourself for long-term success in real estate.
The Leadership Playbook Behind California’s #1 Independent Brokerage
On-Demand Webinar
Join us as FirstTeam's executive leadership reveal the frameworks $100M GCI agents use to transition from individual production to multi-million dollar team ownership—supported by industry-leading infrastructure unavailable at any other brokerage.
You Will Learn:
- The Proven 7-Figure Scaling Framework
- Systems That Eliminate 80% of Operational Overhead
- Fortune 500 Marketing Strategies Tailored for Real Estate
- Recruitment Blueprints to Build Self-Managing Teams
BEYOND solo: The Secret to building a powerhouse real estate team
Transform Your Leadership and Elevate Your Real Estate Team
Discover Insights and Strategies to Lead with Confidence and Build High-Performing Teams
Dive into “Women Who Lead: Transforming Real Estate Team Dynamics”, an essential guide for female leaders in real estate who are ready to reshape their team management and enhance their leadership approach. This ebook provides actionable insights and strategies for fostering team collaboration, communication, and performance in the fast-paced real estate industry.
HOUSINGWIRE: Inside FirstTeam’s billion-dollar growth strategy with CEO Michele Harrington
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Join us and experience the First Team® difference:
Unparalleled Support
Benefit from our comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, integrated marketing strategy and cutting-edge technology.
Leadership Opportunities
Take your career to the next level with our leadership development programs and ownership pathways.
Inspiring Community
Connect with a network of successful and supportive women who are redefining the real estate industry.
Behind the Leaders
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Michele Harrington
Chief Executive Officer
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Anna Bennett
Vice President of Business Development
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Lauren Henss
Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Initiatives
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Hila Pooli
General Counsel
Meet the Women Redefining Real Estate
At FirstTeam®, we believe in the power of women in real estate. Discover how you can join us and make your mark.
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Michele Harrington talks innovative recruitment strategies for brokerages
FirstTeam®’s Michele Harrington shares how the brokerage is transforming recruitment—building agents from day one, scaling high-producing teams, and accelerating growth 20–40% annually—while paving the way for more women in leadership.
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Inside FirstTeam’s billion-dollar growth strategy with CEO Michele Harrington
CEO Michele Harrington reveals how FirstTeam® is driving $1B+ in team growth by pairing a bold recruitment model with a culture that empowers women leaders and fuels market expansion.
Agent Spotlight
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"In real estate, I measure success by the trust I build, not just the deals I close."
Paula Aragone
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“Real estate isn’t for the faint of heart. But with passion, grit, and a touch of finesse, you can shatter ceilings—and look good doing it.”
Nancy Aynehchi
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"A powerful woman in real estate is one who holds her future in her own hands and mind. She can create abundance, a career, a future, a legacy."
Tamara Strom
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"Being a powerful woman in RE means not only achieving my personal dreams and goals, but also empowering others to create a life that they love."
Silvia Milligan
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"Success in real estate isn't measured by the accolades of others but by the dedication to my clients and the passion I bring to every transaction."
Lindsay Himmel
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