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Leanos Earns Christie's International Masters Circle Designation

By Staff Reports, posted Feb 17, 2026
Anne Leanos
Anne Leanos of Ivester Jackson, an affiliate of global luxury real estate network Christie’s International Real Estate, has been named to the Christie’s International Real Estate 2026 Masters Circle, according to a news release.

Introduced in 2019, the Masters Circle designation is awarded each year to the highest-performing luxury advisors within the Christie’s International Real Estate global network, the release stated. Each agent is nominated by their brokerage and must meet rigorous standards for luxury sales volume, client service and a commitment to professional excellence in real estate, according to the release.

The 2026 Masters Circle includes 504 real estate professionals from Christie’s International Real Estate affiliates around the world, the release stated. They represent more than $14 billion in annual sales, with market expertise ranging from waterfront, equestrian, mountain and ski properties to vineyards, new developments, coastal luxury, suburban and rural estates and private islands, according to the release.

Leanos’s accomplishments in 2025 include:
  • 2026 Real Producers, Cape Fear Top 300 Realtor
  • 2025 Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
  • Multiple month Top Producer Awards for her affiliated brokerage; 2025 Total Sales Volume: $20.6 Million with 43 Tri-county area families served
“The Christie’s International Real Estate 2026 Masters Circle class represents the height of performance and professionalism across our global network,” said Gavin Swartzman, president of Christie’s International Real Estate, in the release. “These agents are more than top producers. They are trusted advisors who exemplify the values of our brand through exceptional service, deep local expertise, and a commitment to excellence that inspires us all.”
 
Each Masters Circle agent is supported by a suite of resources designed to elevate their business, including dedicated networking groups, elevated marketing for qualifying properties and invitations to members-only events including the annual Christie’s International Real Estate Masters Circle Summit, according to the release. Members gain access to a private communication portal that allows them to market properties to other Masters Circle agents around the world, the release stated.
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