RYE BROOK— Houlihan Lawrence announced on Sept. 30 that brokerage veteran Andrew Lafreniere was named Chief Operating Officer of the storied brokerage firm.
With a 24-year tenure at Houlihan Lawrence, Lafreniere will leverage his extensive information technology and operational management expertise as COO. His oversight of the brokerage's core operations will play a crucial role in driving the company's strategic goals and growth initiative, company officials stated.
Most recently serving as Chief Information Officer, Lafreniere has been pivotal in the company's technological transformation, spearheading initiatives to position Houlihan Lawrence at the forefront of the real estate industry and providing agents and clients with cutting-edge tools and resources, company officials noted.
“Andrew's technological acumen and strategic vision have been instrumental in our success,” said Liz Nunan, President and CEO of Houlihan Lawrence. “As COO, I am confident that Andrew will lead our operations to new heights, furthering our commitment to innovation and excellence.”
"It is an honor to take on this new role at Houlihan Lawrence," said Lafreniere. "I look forward to working closely with Liz and my leadership colleagues to build on our achievements and streamline operations to ensure that we continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients, agents, and employees."
Houlihan Lawrence officials stated that Lafreniere's appointment as COO is a significant step in Houlihan Lawrence strategic plan to maintain its leadership position in the real estate market north of New York City.