Douglas Elliman fires brokerage CEO Scott Durkin
Briefly

Douglas Elliman Realty has undergone significant leadership changes with the termination of CEO Scott Durkin and the appointment of new leadership in light of declining financial performance.
Richard Ferrari's appointment as CEO, alongside Michael Liebowitz’s elevation to chairman, signals a strategic pivot after investor concerns regarding the firm's financial mismanagement and reported losses.
The company's valuation plummeted from $900 million to around $130 million since 2021, prompting the need for drastic leadership changes amid persistent investor scrutiny.
Douglas Elliman's recent turmoil also includes allegations concerning mishandled sexual assault complaints against former agents, adding to the pressures faced by the new leadership.
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