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Universal Consulting Opportunities (UCO), a Subsidiary of Stellar MLS, Takes Center Stage at International MLS Forum in Milan
Dr. Mathew Kallumadil, UCO Vice President of Global Markets and Stellar MLS Vice President of Technology and Innovation, led a panel of MLS pioneers focusing on stakeholders and decision-makers in emerging markets, which offered insights for those at the verge of launching the MLS concept globally.
"We're excited to have stood alongside global leaders in advocating a forward-thinking approach to transforming the real estate industry," said Merri Jo Cowen , CEO of UCO and Stellar MLS. "As a title partner of this year's International MLS Forum, it was our honor to support worldwide collaboration to explore and enhance the MLS concept, promoting trust and transparency in the process."
Cowen joined Sam DeBord , CEO, RESO; Guy Valkenborg , Director General, CEPI; Moath Maqbool , General Manager, ADRES, Abu Dhabi , UAE; Ramon Riera Torroba , World President, FIABCI; and John DiMichele , 2025 Chair, Council of Multiple Listing Services (CMLS) and CEO, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board as keynote speakers, addressing more than 200 professionals from five continents and 51 countries.
At the forum's conclusion, Stellar MLS, parent company of UCO, received the award. According to the forum's Advisory Board, the award "recognizes an organization who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, particularly during challenging times. By providing live, up-to-date information and educating members, the members remain informed and resilient. With the highest satisfaction rate based on member feedback, this organization excelled in maintaining strong communication and transparency. Additionally, prompt and efficient response to members' queries showcased an unwavering commitment to supporting the community and addressing their needs swiftly and effectively."
"We are honored to be recognized and selected for this award. Leadership guides member care at Stellar MLS, and client care at UCO is at the foundation of who we are and what we do," said Marion Weiler , Vice President of Global Markets at UCO and Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Stellar MLS. "I'm excited to see how the discussions in Milan will take shape and how UCO can support the needs of our global community to fuel progress in markets around the world, meeting them wherever they are in their MLS journey."
In addition to the International MLS Forum, Stellar MLS and UCO have actively participated in other global events and initiatives and will continue to support a forward-thinking approach to transforming the real estate industry on a global scale. UCO recently entered into several agreements to share best practices for growing the MLS concept providing trust and transparency, including: as exclusive MLS strategic advisor to MLS Leader in the Romanian real estate market; advising Arab MLS to enhance real estate practices across the Arab region and beyond; and exploring synergies with Igluu, a
Prague -based digital technology firm, to expand the MLS concept, empower real estate professionals, and enhance value for consumers in
Europe and throughout the world.
For information about Stellar/UCO visit stellarmls.com/global.
Caryn McBride
Co-Communications
cmcbride@cocommunications.com
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