About The Close
Actionable entertainment, strategy, & insights from (and for) the world’s best real estate professionals
SubscribeThe Close is a new kind of real estate site designed to give agents, teams, and brokerages actionable, strategic insight from industry professionals. We cover real estate marketing, lead generation, technology, and team-building strategies from the perspective of working agents and brokers who want to take their business to the next level.
We also strive to bring you the best insights from other disciplines including cutting-edge psychology, business & marketing strategy, design, and disruptive technology. All for free—all to help you close more, and close better.
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Our Team
- Emile L'Eplattenier
Manager of Special Projects
Licensed Agent
A nationally recognized founder, branding expert, and industry thought leader, Emile cut his teeth in real estate in 2007 crafting marketing strategies for the Chrysler and MetLife Buildings.
See full bio - Meg White
Managing Editor
Close Staff
Meg White is the managing editor of The Close. She’s been creating and editing award-winning content for real estate and tech professionals—in both the association and B2B worlds—since 2010.
See full bio - Nicholas Thomas
Director of Business Development
Close Staff
As Director of Business Development, Nick manages all partner relationships from affiliate marketing to multi-touch branding packages. He is responsible for creating and maintaining long-term partnerships with some of the biggest names in the real estate industry.
See full bio - Kate Evans
Real Estate Content Writer
Author
Kate Evans is a content writer and real estate agent based in Charleston, South Carolina. Her career has taken her to Africa, Europe, and around the US, where she’s contributed to numerous print and online business and lifestyle publications.
See full bio - Jodie Cordell
Real Estate Content Writer
Licensed Agent
As a licensed real estate agent in Florida, Jodie built a successful real estate business by combining her real estate knowledge, copywriting, and digital marketing expertise.
See full bio - Sean Moudry
Real Estate Broker, Close Contributor
Licensed Broker
Sean Moudry has been featured in REALTOR Magazine 30 Under 30. As the CEO of a real estate market center, Sean recruited over 115 agents in a single year.
See full bio - Beverly Ruffner
Real Estate Coach
Real Estate Coach
Beverly Ruffner owned a Mega Agent Keller Williams office where she and her team were in the top 5% of their market. Beverly trains agents on improving their lead conversion.
See full bio - Beth Incorvati
Real Estate Coach & Writer
Real Estate Coach
A 20+ year veteran of the real estate industry, Beth is a highly regarded consultant, coach, and growth advisor, specializing in team building, leadership, and branding.
See full bio - Arlene Togonon
Digital Marketing Specialist
Close Staff
Arlene is a seasoned marketer with years of experience building and implementing strategies focused on social media marketing, video marketing, and web design.
See full bio - Norilyn Ang
Business Development Associate
Close Staff
Norilyn assists our business development team with partnership logistics, reporting, and billing. I
See full bio - Devon Bussell
Web Developer
Close Staff
Devon is a Webby Award-nominated web designer and developer with 10-plus years of experience making websites for clients based in New York City and across the country.
See full bio - Nico Cabasi
WordPress Specialist
Close Staff
Nico is a multi-talented tech geek with expertise in computer engineering, graphic design, and web development.
See full bio - Camille Alcarez
Data Specialist
Close Staff
Camille is a data specialist for The Close with many years of experience in market research. She builds insightful reports and dashboard for the team, helping each department make data-driven decisions.
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Think you have what it takes? Send us an email along with a writing sample to info@theclose.com. Include PITCH in the subject line.
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