Two Canadian real estate and mortgage firms have tapped high-profile executives to drive growth and enhance operational focus.

RE/MAX Canada has appointed Don Kottick (pictured), former president and CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, as its new president, effective April 28. Kottick, a veteran of the Canadian real estate industry with more than 30 years of experience, will oversee national operations, provide strategic direction, and support REMAX affiliates across the country.

Kottick’s appointment marks a return to a top leadership role following a successful tenure at Sotheby’s, where he helped double the company’s agent count and grow its market share to record levels. His career includes key roles at Peerage Realty Partners, Right At Home Realty, Royal LePage, and involvement with national organizations including the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB), and the Real Estate Institute of Canada (REIC).