Smith joins exclusive group of industry leaders who have made headline-making contributions to the real estate industry

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TTR Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce that Micah Smith, Executive Vice President at TTR Sotheby's International Realty and Partner with HRLS Partners, has been selected as one of RISMedia's 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers — a dynamic group of key influencers making headlines as a result of their newsworthy contributions to the real estate industry and their efforts to positively affect the consumers and communities they serve.

RISMedia, the leader in U.S. real estate news and information services, announced its more than 300, 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers on February 3, 2026 via an online directory on RISMedia.com. The 2026 Newsmakers will also be featured in the Q1 issue of RISMedia's flagship publication, Real Estate magazine. RISMedia's 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers were selected in 2025 by the firm's executive and editorial teams and are showcased in the following categories: Influencers, Trailblazers, Futurists, Achievers, Crusaders, Luminaries and the annual Hall of Fame inductees.

"Through ongoing challenges in 2025, from economic uncertainty to changing rules and regulations, our Newsmakers served as shining examples of what it takes to succeed, come what may," said RISMedia Founder and CEO John Featherston.

"Our 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers demonstrated the dedication, ingenuity and integrity it takes to serve their companies, clients and communities at the highest level. They stand out as true professionals we all can look up to, and I extend my sincere congratulations to each and every one of them."

Within RISMedia's Newsmakers showcase, you'll also meet this year's Hall of Fame class — a select group of five industry icons who have gone above and beyond toward the betterment of the real estate industry.

RISMedia will honor this year's Real Estate Newsmakers, including officially inducting the 2026 Hall of Fame, at RISMedia's Annual Awards Gala taking place during the company's 38th Annual CEO & Leadership Exchange, September 30 - October 2, 2026, at the Fairmont Georgetown in Washington, D.C.

"I'm honored to be named a 2026 RISmedia Real Estate Newsmaker, a recognition that reflects the hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit my team and I poured into 2025," said Smith.

"This inspires me to continue pushing boundaries, serving our clients with excellence, and making a positive impact in our community."

About RISMedia

For more than 45 years, RISMedia has provided the residential real estate industry with news, trends and business development strategies through its flagship publication, Real Estate magazine; its leading website, RISMedia.com; its premium content channel, Premier; and its iconic networking and educational events, including RISMedia's virtual Real Estate's Rocking in the New Year; RISMedia's CEO Exchange; and RISMedia's Annual Awards Gala. Visit RISMedia.com for more information.

About TTR Sotheby's International Realty

TTR Sotheby's International Realty is one of the nation's leading luxury real estate firms. With 13 brokerage offices and over 550 real estate advisors throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area, our commitment to professional service, flawless integrity, and community leadership resulted in nearly $6 billion in closed sales in 2025 and a longstanding role as a leader in corporate philanthropy across the region. To learn more, visit sothebysrealty.com/ttrsir.

Media Contact

Byron V. Hughey, TTR Sotheby's International Realty, 1 7034471992, bhughey@ttrsir.com, https://sothebysrealty.com/ttrsir

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