BRENDAN BROWN BECOMES OFFICIAL PARTNER’S FIRST BI-COASTAL PRODIGY

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Brendan Brown has left Westside Estate Agency and accepted the invitation to join OFFICIAL. He comes on board as their first PRODIGY in Los Angeles, and their first bi-coastal PRODIGY in New York City. OFFICIAL’s PRODIGY identifies real estate agents on the path to becoming billion-dollar producers. Leading real estate agent Brendan Brown is thrilled to announce that he’s joined the elite team at OFFICIAL. A results-driven real estate firm that specializes in the pinnacle segment of the market. Brendan is joining OFFICIAL as its first bi-coastal PRODIGY. His markets will be Los Angeles and New York City. 

BRENDAN BROWN

Brendan Brown’s client roster is a testament to his impressive expertise in luxury real estate. Particularly the high-end celebrity market. Brendan’s business ventures stretch from the vibrant locales of Southern California to the prestigious neighborhoods of the East Coast. Brendan Brown joins OFFICIAL as a PRODIGY agent in both California and New York. His dynamic approach has not only made a mark domestically- but also in international real estate circles. 

Brendan’s multifaceted career extends beyond real estate. As a seasoned contributor for the Huffington Post and a writer for esteemed publications like GQ, HYPEBEAST, Mr. Porter, and Men’s Fashion Post, his insights and perspectives have garnered widespread acclaim. Previously, he has collaborated with various fashion and lifestyle brands. Only further cementing his reputation as one of New York City’s distinguished Men About Town. 

THE PRODIGY

OFFICIAL’s PRODIGY program is an invitation-only recruitment tool that evaluates potential new talent for the company. PRODIGY is the first data-driven program that identifies those agents on the path to becoming billion-dollar producers and heavily invests in them. They offer mentorship and performance metrics that will help them achieve maximum career growth. Opposed to traditional brokerages that equate success to agent count, OFFICIAL is focused on recruiting and retaining the best agents in the market. 

“We warmly welcome Brendan Brown to OFFICIAL and the PRODIGY program. His experience, expertise, and exceptional track record are invaluable assets that will undoubtedly propel us to new heights in the luxury real estate market,” said Nicole Oge, co-founder and chief growth officer at OFFICIAL. 

“More than 1,500 agents have raised their hands asking to join OFFICIAL since our launch,” continued Nicole Oge. “The process of assessing these agents was fascinating and drove the development of PRODIGY. Together with our agent intelligence and analytics partner, Courted, we assessed thousands of agent data points and recognized patterns of success among the best. PRODIGY is the culmination of these efforts to partner with the most promising real estate talent in the world, present and future.” 

OFFICIAL

As the first real estate firm to hyper-specialize in the pinnacle segment of the market, OFFICIAL has already gained the trust of ultra-high-net-worth buyers and sellers nationwide. In 2023 alone, OFFICIAL became the representative for multiple properties over $30 million, including a $130 million penthouse at New York’s 432 Park Avenue, a $70 million architectural masterpiece in Malibu, and a $67.5 million estate in The Bahamas. The firm currently operates in sought-after markets like Los Angeles, Miami, New York, The Hamptons, Aspen, and Brendan Brown’s hometown of Orange County.

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About Brendan Brown

Brendan Brown is a distinguished figure in the luxury real estate industry. He is known for his exceptional service and ability to spot hidden gems. Starting his real estate journey at 18, he quickly made his mark. Both on the West and East coasts of the U.S, and abroad. By 23, he had established his own brokerage, which expanded beyond American shores. His career includes a significant stint in New York City, partnering with Douglas Elliman and Knight Frank. He returned to the West Coast to join Westside Estate Agency in 2021. He was invited to launch OFFICIAL X PRODIGY in the Los Angeles market, and accepted in November 2023.

Brown’s philosophy emphasizes attention to detail, contributing to his success in representing prominent figures in entertainment, sports, art, and technology. His expertise extends beyond real estate. Fashion, media, and publishing, with contributions to platforms like Huffington Post, GQ, Men’s Fashion Post, and HYPEBEAST. An avid traveler, Brendan has visited over 33 countries before turning 30.

BRENDAN BROWN AND PHILANTHROPY

Philanthropy is integral to Brown’s life. He’s a founding member of the Young Professionals Committee for Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation, and is involved in numerous charitable organizations. Including The Invictus Games, GLAAD, Central Park Conservancy, and the Lion Park South Africa. Raised in Newport Beach, CA, he is an alumnus of the University of Arizona and Chapman University. He majored in Finance and Business Administration and graduated Magna Cum Lade. Brendan resides in Los Angeles with his husband David and their dog Harry. 

CONTACTS

Media Contacts: Jane Owen jane@janeowenpr.com

OFFICIAL is a leading real estate brokerage with a focus on innovation and results. Founded by a select group of the nation’s most respected luxury real estate professionals. The firm is founded by the founders of The Alexander Team, Oren and Tal Alexander. Making the company the juggernaut it is are Nicole Oge, Richard L Jordan, and Andrew Watchfogel. The reason? To establish the first sales and marketing firm specializing in the pinnacle segments of the marketplace. OFFICIAL’s data-driven new development model is changing the game by aligning sales team success with developer and lender business objectives. OFFICIAL consists of only the best talent in the industry. Centered on a Regional Agent Partner Team of whom have achieved a minimum of $1B in career transactions, and their selected PRODIGY agents.

About OFFICIAL: 

OFFICIAL has a proprietary global database of over 30,000 global agents, buyers, private bankers, investors, family offices, and wealth managers. This allows OFFICIAL to work with clients to transcend the transaction at the highest level. An exclusive network of properties, investment opportunities, and connections with like-minded business leaders, creatives, and tastemakers who shape the market. The firm currently operates in the nation’s most desirable markets. OFFICIAL including New York City, The Hamptons, Miami, Los Angeles, Orange County, and Aspen. 

OFFICIAL Media Contacts: 

Jackson Crook, jackson@dadagoldberg.com 

Lexy Palmer, lexy@dadagoldberg.com