ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (Oct. 22, 2024) – UCO, a subsidiary of Stellar MLS, a leading multiple listing service in the U.S. and the fastest-growing in the world, joined leaders from around the world this month in Italy for the second annual International MLS Forum. Having doubled in attendance due to a global movement toward increasing trust and transparency in real estate transactions, the event provided a unique platform for industry leaders across the globe. Organized by the Real Estate Standards Organization (RESO) and the European Association of Real Estate Professions (CEPI), and heavily supported by UCO as its only title partner, the forum brought together professionals, thought leaders, and innovators Oct. 7-8 at the Spazio Antologico event facility in Milan. The agenda included two full days of critically relevant content from real estate experts worldwide. The forum focused on a range of topics, from MLS culture and brokers’ views to the role of MLSs as service stores, distinctions between MLSs and portals, differentiations in business models worldwide, government regulations and licensing, and emerging technologies. The UCO team played a vital role in the event’s success and the value to attendees by participating in and moderating panels as well as hosting one of the two conference days with a full agenda of sessions fostering innovation, transparency and efficiency in the industry. Dr. Mathew Kallumadil, UCO Vice President of Global Markets and Stellar MLS Vice President of Technology and Innovation, led a panel of MLS pioneers in a discussion focusing on stakeholders and decision-makers in emerging markets, which offered insights for those at the verge of launching the MLS concept globally. “We’re excited to have stood alongside global leaders in advocating a forward-thinking approach to transforming the real estate industry,” said Merri Jo Cowen, CEO UCO and Stellar MLS. “As a title partner of this year’s International MLS Forum, it was our honor to support worldwide collaboration to explore and enhance the MLS concept, promoting trust and transparency in the process.” At the conclusion of the International MLS Forum, Stellar MLS, the parent company of UCO, was awarded the Leadership in Member Care award. According to the Forum’s Advisory Board, the award “recognizes an organization who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, particularly during challenging times. By providing live, up-to-date information and educating members, the members remain informed and resilient. With the highest satisfaction rate based on member feedback, this organization excelled in maintaining strong communication and transparency. Additionally, prompt and efficient response to members' queries showcased an unwavering commitment to supporting the community and addressing their needs swiftly and effectively.” "We are honored to have been recognized and selected for this award. Leadership guides member care at Stellar MLS, and client care at UCO is at the foundation of who we are and what we do,” said Marion Weiler, Vice President of Global Markets at UCO and Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Stellar MLS. “I’m excited to see how the discussions in Milan will take shape and how UCO can support the needs of our global community to fuel progress in markets around the world, meeting them wherever they are in their MLS journey." In addition to the International MLS Forum in Milan, Stellar MLS and UCO have actively participated in other global events and initiatives and will continue to support a forward-thinking approach to transforming the real estate industry on a global scale. UCO has recently entered into several agreements to share best practices for growing the MLS concept providing trust and transparency, including: as exclusive MLS strategic advisor to MLS Leader in the Romanian real estate market; advising Arab MLS to enhance real estate practices across the Arab region and beyond; and exploring synergies with Igluu, a Prague-based digital technology firm, to expand the MLS concept, empower real estate professionals, and enhance value for consumers in Europe and throughout the world. For information about Stellar/UCO visit stellarmls.com/global .  PHOTOS Credit: https://mlsforum.org/

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ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (Sept. 30, 2024 ) - Stellar MLS has been awarded the Top Workplaces 2024 honor by the Orlando Sentinel Media Group for the third consecutive year. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to an organization’s success, including alignment, execution, and connection. “We are honored to receive the Top Workplaces award for the third year in a row,” said Merri Jo Cowen, CEO of Stellar MLS. “This achievement underscores our dedication to creating a supportive and empowering workplace where our team members can excel and do their best work. At Stellar, we embody a culture built on service: to our employees, customers, shareholders, and the people they serve. This culture is not only at the heart of our strategy but is reflected in everything we do.” In addition to offering generous paid time off, cost-effective health insurance, competitive compensation, and various work-life balance initiatives, Stellar MLS is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team culture and regularly organizing guest speaker sessions and events for all staff members. Stellar MLS also offers its employees ample opportunities to serve their communities through the Florida Waterways Initiative and other volunteer contributions. Furthermore, Stellar completed the Willhouse Global Transformative Inclusive Leader program for its management team. This program equips participants at any level of their organization with actionable Diversity, Equality, and Inclusivity (DEI) tools to use in their workplaces. “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.” About Stellar MLS Stellar is the Multiple Listing Service for real estate professionals who value clarity, stability, and support in a real estate market and industry defined by change. As the largest multiple listing service in the state of Florida and Puerto Rico, and the third-largest in the U.S., Stellar MLS serves over 84,000 customers. Its broad footprint allows Stellar MLS to offer a wider range of products and services, as well as more opportunities for business, than nearly any other MLS. By providing a comprehensive suite of industry-leading products and world-class customer service, Stellar MLS helps brokers and their agents thrive in tomorrow’s competitive real estate market. Stellar MLS supports real estate agents and brokers across 21 REALTOR® associations in Central and Southwest Florida and Puerto Rico.  About Energage Making the world a better place to work together.TM Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.