New Year and New Beginnings: Dermot Buffini Steps Down as CEO of Buffini & Company After 13 Years
CARLSBAD, California – January 5, 2026 – Buffini & Company today announced a leadership transition as Dermot Buffini steps down from his role as Chief Executive Officer after 13 years. Company founder Brian Buffini will assume the role of Chairman & CEO, marking a new chapter for the organization.
Dermot Buffini became CEO in 2013, guiding Buffini & Company through a period of significant growth and global expansion. Under his leadership, the company reached millions of real estate professionals worldwide through live events, training, coaching, and strategic partnerships, helping elevate agent productivity and leadership development across the industry.
Dermot will continue his involvement with the company as a Board Advisor and International Brand Ambassador. In this role, he will support international growth initiatives, represent the Buffini & Company brand globally, will support the company with its sponsorship and partnership strategy, and continue speaking engagements with top industry leaders. He will also continue hosting The Curious CEO YouTube channel, which has surpassed 115,000 subscribers in under a year and features in-depth conversations with influential CEOs and entrepreneurs.
“Today Buffini & Company celebrates its 30th anniversary, and Dermot has been an integral part of that journey for the last 26 years. I’m grateful for his impact and his leadership for our organization and excited for this next chapter of growth. Dermot’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping Buffini & Company into the industry leader it is today,” said Brian Buffini, Founder and Chairman of Buffini & Company.
Reflecting on the transition, Dermot Buffini said, “After 13 incredibly rewarding years as CEO, I’m proud of what our team accomplished during a time of meaningful change in the real estate industry. The new year represents fresh opportunities, and I’m excited to continue inspiring leaders through speaking, international expansion, strategic partnerships, and The Curious CEO. Buffini & Company is well positioned for continued success.”
Buffini & Company remains committed to its mission of helping real estate professionals generate leads, increase income, and achieve the good life through proven, referral-based systems.
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About Buffini & Company
Buffini & Company is the largest coaching and training company in North America. Founded by real estate industry legend Brian Buffini, the company has trained more than 4 million professionals across 45 countries and coached tens of thousands through its comprehensive programs. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, Buffini & Company delivers world-class coaching, events, and content designed to help professionals succeed in any market.
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