Kate Conquest, national vice president of affiliate servicing, overseeing the Service, Succession, and Renewal teams for the Coldwell Banker and Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise networks, was recognized as a 2025 Insider. The 2025 HousingWire award recognized 80 operational leaders who are driving innovation, execution, and results behind the scenes across the housing industry. Now in its 10th year, the Insiders award honors the individuals whose strategic thinking and operational excellence keep the housing ecosystem moving forward.

Kate has built a dynamic 20-year career in real estate, excelling in sales, management, operations, and consulting. Kate leads a team committed to delivering exceptional service and innovative growth strategies to nearly 700 Coldwell Banker Real Estate franchise companies.

Kate’s value to our organization has been unparalleled. Kate’s innovative strategies and dedication to professional development have significantly enhanced our franchise network’s growth and service quality, making her an indispensable asset to our franchise organization.

Kate’s ability to inspire her team and drive exceptional results makes her an invaluable asset to our organization, reflecting the core values of excellence, innovation, and service.

“The HousingWire Insiders are driving forces behind their organizations’ success,” said Clayton Collins, CEO of HW Media. “These leaders are the architects of operational excellence, transforming strategic vision into tangible results. Reviewing this year’s nominees and winners, it’s clear that HousingWire Insiders deliver results while elevating their colleagues and teams.”