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Hamilton Spectator
15-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Real Estate Industry Insider Vija Williams Joins eXp Realty to Launch Transformational 'UPGRADE' Community
BELLINGHAM, Wash., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vija Williams, one of the most respected thought leaders and insiders in the real estate industry, is joining eXp Realty, marking a pivotal moment in her impressive 20+ year career. Currently the Head of Industry at PLACE and co-owner of Seattle-based Vija Real Estate, Williams is launching a bold new initiative at eXp: the UPGRADE community. 'This is more than a move, it's a mission,' said Williams. 'I'm joining eXp Realty to build the UPGRADE community with eXp powerhouse Spring Bengtzen.' UPGRADE (Unlock Potential, Grow Real Estate, And Design Everything) is a full-spectrum platform designed to elevate agents, team leaders, and brokerage owners in all areas of life – health, wealth, business, investing, personal growth, lifestyle, and leadership. 'Vija Williams is one of the most visionary leaders in our industry, and we are thrilled to welcome her to eXp,' said Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty. 'Her UPGRADE community is exactly the kind of transformational initiative that aligns with our values of innovation, growth, and agent empowerment. We're honored to support her mission and excited to see the impact she will make within our global network.' 'This is about multiplying impact,' Williams continued. 'I've transformed my own life physically, financially, emotionally and now I'm building UPGRADE at eXp to help others do the same. We're curating a space where high performers are surrounded by people who challenge and elevate them.' Williams will also partner with eXp Realty leader and coach Dan Beer and the Fast Forward Movement, one of the most successful and fast-growing agent communities within eXp Realty. In her current role as Head of Industry for PLACE, Williams coaches, consults, and recruits top-producing teams and brokerage owners across the U.S. She will continue in this capacity, working closely with PLACE co-founder Ben Kinney. Additionally, she just announced she is joining coaching icon Jon Cheplak on his Cheplak Live platform. An Impressive Career Footprint Williams brings a powerful track record to eXp: 'eXp Realty gives me the platform and tools to create transformational growth for our community,' said Williams. 'We're building something truly special with UPGRADE, and this is just the beginning.' About eXp World Holdings, Inc. eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) (the 'Company') is the holding company for eXp Realty® and SUCCESS® Enterprises. eXp Realty is the largest independent real estate brokerage in the world, with over 81,000 agents across 26 countries. As a cloud-based, agent-centric brokerage, eXp Realty provides real estate agents industry-leading commission splits, revenue share, equity ownership opportunities, and a global network that empowers agents to build thriving businesses. For more information about eXp World Holdings, Inc., visit: SUCCESS® Enterprises, anchored by SUCCESS® magazine, has been a trusted name in personal and professional development since 1897. As part of the eXp ecosystem, it offers agents access to valuable resources to enhance their skills, grow their businesses, and achieve long-term success. For more information about SUCCESS, visit . Media Relations Contact: eXp World Holdings, Inc. mediarelations@ Investor Relations Contact: Denise Garcia investors@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Real Estate Industry Insider Vija Williams Joins eXp Realty to Launch Transformational 'UPGRADE' Community
BELLINGHAM, Wash., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vija Williams, one of the most respected thought leaders and insiders in the real estate industry, is joining eXp Realty, marking a pivotal moment in her impressive 20+ year career. Currently the Head of Industry at PLACE and co-owner of Seattle-based Vija Real Estate, Williams is launching a bold new initiative at eXp: the UPGRADE community. 'This is more than a move, it's a mission,' said Williams. 'I'm joining eXp Realty to build the UPGRADE community with eXp powerhouse Spring Bengtzen.' UPGRADE (Unlock Potential, Grow Real Estate, And Design Everything) is a full-spectrum platform designed to elevate agents, team leaders, and brokerage owners in all areas of life – health, wealth, business, investing, personal growth, lifestyle, and leadership. 'Vija Williams is one of the most visionary leaders in our industry, and we are thrilled to welcome her to eXp,' said Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty. 'Her UPGRADE community is exactly the kind of transformational initiative that aligns with our values of innovation, growth, and agent empowerment. We're honored to support her mission and excited to see the impact she will make within our global network.' 'This is about multiplying impact,' Williams continued. 'I've transformed my own life physically, financially, emotionally and now I'm building UPGRADE at eXp to help others do the same. We're curating a space where high performers are surrounded by people who challenge and elevate them.' Williams will also partner with eXp Realty leader and coach Dan Beer and the Fast Forward Movement, one of the most successful and fast-growing agent communities within eXp Realty. In her current role as Head of Industry for PLACE, Williams coaches, consults, and recruits top-producing teams and brokerage owners across the U.S. She will continue in this capacity, working closely with PLACE co-founder Ben Kinney. Additionally, she just announced she is joining coaching icon Jon Cheplak on his Cheplak Live platform. An Impressive Career Footprint Williams brings a powerful track record to eXp: Former President of Ben Kinney Brokerages, where she oversaw explosive growth from 1,250 agents to over 1,750 and 251% growth in sales volume in just three years. Owner of Vija Real Estate, a high-performing team in the Seattle luxury and move-up market. Coach with Cheplak Live Coaching, a highly respected coaching system with elite coaches training team leaders. National speaker who has taken the stage at Inman Connect, Mega Camp, Zillow events, BuiltHow, and more. Co-founder of She Inc., a women's organization founded with Spring Bengtzen, focused on growth and wealth-building. Former co-host of the Empire Building podcast, with over 600,000 downloads, named 2021 Podcast of the Year by Inman News. Trainer and webinar host whose content has reached over 250,000 viewers since 2020. 'eXp Realty gives me the platform and tools to create transformational growth for our community,' said Williams. 'We're building something truly special with UPGRADE, and this is just the beginning.' About eXp World Holdings, Inc. eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) (the 'Company') is the holding company for eXp Realty® and SUCCESS® Enterprises. eXp Realty is the largest independent real estate brokerage in the world, with over 81,000 agents across 26 countries. As a cloud-based, agent-centric brokerage, eXp Realty provides real estate agents industry-leading commission splits, revenue share, equity ownership opportunities, and a global network that empowers agents to build thriving businesses. For more information about eXp World Holdings, Inc., visit: SUCCESS® Enterprises, anchored by SUCCESS® magazine, has been a trusted name in personal and professional development since 1897. As part of the eXp ecosystem, it offers agents access to valuable resources to enhance their skills, grow their businesses, and achieve long-term success. For more information about SUCCESS, visit Media Relations Contact:eXp World Holdings, Investor Relations Contact:Denise Garciainvestors@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Earth Day cleanup at The PLACE
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The PLACE in Downtown Colorado Springs is a nonprofit that shelters youth. This year for Earth Day, they got some help from ENT Credit Union to make sure the kids at The PLACE have a nice space to enjoy outside. The PLACE serves roughly 400-500 youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Since its funding goes toward supporting the kids, things like cleanup and landscaping often require volunteers. The work done on Earth Day will allow them to host barbecues, pickup basketball games, and more in their courtyard throughout the summer. 'The age range that we can serve is 15 to 21. So, if you can imagine teenagers, young adults, all in one space together all the time… this courtyard becomes their respite from being stuck inside, and it is springtime; it's time for a regeneration,' said Becky Treece, The PLACE's CEO. 'So, having ENT here to help us clean up and get ready for this space to be utilized in the spring, summer, and fall, is really going to help the youth have that new energy as well.' As a nonprofit, The PLACE is always looking for donations. You can donate by clicking here. 'Young people who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness have suffered some form of trauma. You don't end up homeless under the age of 25 without having experienced something significant,' said Treece. 'So we're doing our best to come alongside them, and meet them where they're at, and figure out what their needs are, and do our best to connect them with the resources they need on their own journey.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
'Outrage' after dead cockroaches and wasps found in hospital waiting room
A hospital visitor discovered dead cockroaches and insects in a waiting room. Images show insects - including cockroaches and wasps - lining a plastic information display case in a waiting room at Wigan Infirmary. The hospital trust admitted 'managing an ageing NHS estate is always a challenge' and that it 'actively engages with an external pest control' to 'support standards of cleanliness'. Bosses insist it was an 'isolated case' and that 'immediate action was taken' after staff were alerted. The trust highlighted that it was recently named as the cleanest acute trust in the UK for the second year in a row. READ MORE: LIVE: Cordon in place after body found near Manchester city centre - updates READ MORE: Police rush to Greater Manchester school following reports of an 'intruder' Peter Barlow, from Leigh, wrote to his MP Jo Platt, saying: "I am writing to express my deep concern and outrage regarding the shocking state of hygiene at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Specifically, at the out-of-hours GP service at Wigan Infirmary, which also serves as the vascular studies waiting room, I have witnessed an unacceptable level of cleanliness, including cockroaches and other insects in an information tray. "This is absolutely disgraceful and raises serious questions about infection control and patient safety. Such conditions are entirely unacceptable in any healthcare setting, let alone a hospital in the UK. It is clear that this issue has been ongoing, as these pests appear to have been present for some time." Mr Barlow called on the MP to take action, adding: "I urge you to take immediate action and hold the relevant authorities accountable for this failure. Patients and staff deserve a clean and safe environment. "It is unacceptable that conditions in our NHS hospitals have deteriorated to this extent. I would appreciate an update on what steps will be taken to address this issue and prevent such neglect in the future." A spokesperson for Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL) said: 'Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust would like to reassure our patients and the public that environmental hygiene across all our sites is taken very seriously. Managing an ageing NHS estate is always a challenge and WWL actively engages with an external pest controlmanagement contractor to support the standards of cleanliness throughout its sites. "Once we were made aware of this isolated case, immediate action was taken, and the area will continue to be actively managed moving forward. We are very proud that WWL was recently named as the cleanest acute trust in the UK for the second year in the Patient-Led Assessments of the Care Environment (PLACE) assessments, with our sites showing a consistent improvement in the environmental services we provide within our patient environment. 'At WWL, we welcome patient feedback and take every complaint very seriously so would encourage Mr Barlow to contact our Patient Advice and Liaison Service for support or a guided return visit to see that his concerns have been addressed and resolved.' MP Jo Platt responded to the incident, saying: "I was informed of this issue by a resident and my office has already reached out to PALS to formally raise this complaint. "I want to assure my constituents that I take these matters extremely seriously and am fully committed to taking swift and decisive action to ensure the highest standard of care is provided to every patient. I am encouraged that the trust has responded promptly and taken the necessary steps to resolve the issue."
