The firms that will represent the association during the period 2026-2028 bring together more than 700 real estate agents
SANTO DOMINGO.- The new board of directors of the Association of Real Estate Agents and Companies (AEI), elected last Monday, October 26, and which will lead the direction for the period 2026-2028, brings together a mix of veteran real estate agents outstanding in their branches, with experience and who lead a large number of real estate agents.
The AEI, which five years ago had few members and a tiny number of affiliated companies, now boasts 296 member companies and 1,721 registered agents, according to information published on its official website. According to figures published on their websites, four of the institution's newer branches—Mr Home Asesores Inmobiliarios, Tu CasaRD, Oferta Inmobiliaria, and Plusval Dominicana—account for 660 agents.
Echenique Realty, BC Real Estate, Keller Williams, Zarich Inmobiliaria, Domus RD and HyJ Real Estate are also included, all active companies that in their different scenarios dominate an important share of the sector's agenda in the Dominican Republic.
We share the professional profiles and career paths of its members:
Reyna Echenique
She is the new president. She leads Echenique Realty, a company dedicated to property sales and legal counsel for foreign investors. She is the author of two books specializing in real estate, a former school teacher with several real estate specializations, and a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). She is deeply committed to training within the industry, always prioritizing cutting-edge learning and sharing her expertise in various settings where she is invited to share her experiences and knowledge.
During her inaugural address, she announced that she would continue the entity's legislative agenda, with particular attention to the approval of the Real Estate Brokerage and Advertising Law. She also highlighted the importance of initiatives related to the Property Registry, off-plan sales, and condominiums.
Juan Estévez: Marketing and project structuring
A comprehensive expert in the real estate sector, he is the founder and CEO of MR. HOME Real Estate Advisors. He has over 17 years of experience in the Dominican real estate market.
Throughout his career, he has participated in the conceptualization of over 200 real estate developments and has operated as an exclusive broker and master broker for more than 100 projects and 5,000 properties. He manages his agency with over 160 employees in Santo Domingo East, the National District, Santo Domingo West, Santiago, and Punta Cana.
He has been involved with the AEI for over 15 years, where he has shared experiences and supported professionals at various stages of their development. He is one of the facilitators for the certification programs offered by the association, sharing his knowledge and industry experience with new professionals.
Wendy Gómez: negotiation and the premium property market
A real estate consultant with over 20 years of experience in real estate, marketing and sales, Gómez specializes in premium properties and second homes in the Dominican Republic.
She is part of the Plusval Dominicana team as a senior consultant, one of the largest real estate companies in the country with around 250 agents, and held the second vice presidency of the AEI. She is also a member of the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs (FEM).
Throughout his career, he has dedicated himself to advising national and international clients, negotiating and building long-term business relationships.
Gisselle Ventura: Business Management and Team Development
An economist who graduated from the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo (UASD), Ventura holds a master's degree in Public Administration from the King Juan Carlos University, Spain, in addition to specialized training in real estate development and leadership.
She is CEO and co-founder of Oferta Inmobiliaria RD, a company she has developed over seven years with her brother, which has three branches and more than 150 advisors.
Through her brand, she promotes the growth of women and also leads the marketing of luxury projects in the country's main destinations.
Belkys Cuello: Investment and International Relations
With over 25 years of experience, Cuello is a real estate entrepreneur and broker-owner of BC International Real Estate, specializing in investments, residential tourism, and international relations.
It is the leading real estate consultancy that connects the Dominican real estate market with professionals, associations and organizations from other countries, facilitating the exchange of experiences and the identification of business opportunities.
She has won awards and recognitions for her career and dedication to the marketing of real estate in the international market and for promoting the opening of the country to new frontiers in the real estate sector.
Wanda del Orbe: financial experience and franchise development
A business administrator, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Keller Williams franchise in the Dominican Republic, Del Orbe has 16 years of experience in the sector, in addition to previous experience in the financial area.
He has been a member of the AEI since 2017. He started his career at RE/MAX and is currently CEO of Keller Williams Capital.
Richy Rojas: real estate management and tourism investment
Entrepreneur and real estate agent with more than 17 years of experience, Rojas founded Zarich Inmobiliaria in 2009, from where he has worked with buyers, owners and investors in Santo Domingo and various tourist destinations in the country.
Her work encompasses sales, rentals, property management, tourism investment, and team building. Thanks to this experience, she understands both client needs and the challenges of running a real estate company.
Massiel Martínez: Law and dissemination of real estate knowledge
A lawyer, businesswoman, and real estate professional, Martínez has over 15 years of legal experience and more than eight years combining law with real estate. She is the founder of Domus RD and an active member of the AEI since 2021.
A significant part of her career has focused on communicating and making legal knowledge related to real estate transactions more understandable. To this end, she has participated in the creation of articles, media segments, talks, training sessions, and educational materials.
She is a young professional active on social media, with a strong command of Dominican law.
Luis Miguel Rosario Pujols: Commercial Management and Agent Leadership
Rosario Pujols, a graduate in Business Administration and a real estate professional, has specialized training in commercial management, sales and leadership.
He has been linked to AEI since 2016 and to Tu Casa RD since 2017, an organization with offices in Santiago, Santo Domingo and Punta Cana, with more than 100 affiliated real estate agents, and in which he has developed a career related to commercial growth, team management and the professional strengthening of real estate agents in Santo Domingo and the Cibao region.
Heissel Ramírez: transparency and experience from the buyer's perspective
A doctor by training and a real estate broker by vocation, Ramírez founded H&J Real Estate with his wife Jochiana after experiencing buying his first home, a decision that, according to his presentation, influenced his understanding of the needs of families looking for a roof over their heads.
He leads one of the most successful firms in the marketing of properties in Bayahibe and other destinations in the eastern region of the country.
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