NextHome is proud to announce that Charis Moreno, NextHome’s Executive Vice President of Growth, has been named a 2026 HousingWire Woman of Influence.
Now in its 17th year, the award honors the top female executives and leaders across mortgage, real estate, and homebuilding. Honorees drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence throughout the real estate industry.
This year marks Charis’ second time appearing on the influential list. She was first recognized in 2024.
“Charis has earned the respect of so many people in this industry because she genuinely cares about helping others succeed,” said NextHome President James Dwiggins. “She shares her expertise with generosity, leads with authenticity, and inspires others to embrace what’s next. This recognition is well deserved because Charis isn’t just navigating change—she’s helping define the future of real estate.”
“The Women of Influence award recognizes leaders whose decisions, expertise, and vision have a meaningful impact on the housing industry,” said Clayton Collins, CEO of HousingWire. “This year’s honorees are leading organizations, business lines, and strategic initiatives that influence how housing professionals serve consumers, operate their businesses, and respond to changing market conditions. They also represent the depth of talent and leadership women continue to bring to every corner of the housing economy. Their contributions continue to strengthen and advance the industry.”
Charis has been an instrumental part of NextHome’s accelerating industry leadership for more than a decade. Her people-centered perspective has helped the company become the No. 1 real estate franchise in owner satisfaction.
Recently, NextHome earned national recognition from Franchise Business Review as one of its 2026 Most Profitable Franchises. The company was also recognized on the publication’s 2026 Culture100 list, honoring the top 100 franchise brands with the best company cultures.
Charis is often the first point of contact for people interested in becoming NextHome members and immediately radiates the company’s standout culture. By leading with her signature authenticity and honesty in these introductory conversations, Charis creates an environment where real estate professionals feel comfortable being themselves.
Through her approach to real estate, Charis builds meaningful connections and attracts talented professionals who resonate with the company’s core values and vision. This mutual alignment fosters long-term success and strengthens a franchise network built on collaboration and support.
Her signature approach to sales is rooted in extensive industry experience. Charis began her career on the portal side of the business with Realtor.com and Trulia before joining NextHome in 2014. She has a deep understanding of real estate brands and their business models.
Charis has also been recognized as a RISMedia Newsmaker multiple times and is a frequent speaker at industry events.
“We’re proud to recognize this year’s Women of Influence honorees and the leadership they bring to the housing industry,” said Sarah Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief at HousingWire. “Their impact can be seen in the organizations they lead, the teams they inspire, and the progress they are driving across housing. We look forward to watching their influence continue to shape the industry in the years ahead.”
Outside of her role at NextHome, Charis is a mother of two and a proud supporter of ForeverFound.org.