Jan. 18. Premier Sotheby’s International has a new senior vice president. Kristine Newell will be responsible for directly overseeing the $7 billion real estate company’s operations in Central Florida, North Carolina and Tampa Bay.

Previously she was part of the leadership team at William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, where she led multiple offices in Connecticut and Massachusetts to achieve No. 1 market share.

Kristine Newell

Before that she spent 13 years as a top-producing sales associate.

“Kristine is a most important addition to our leadership team and a sign of our continued growth and success. She brings a deep understanding of the power of our brand and a wealth of experience in luxury real estate to this critical new role. Her track record of building successful sales offices and her results-driven mindset will ensure our vision as the leader in luxury real estate,” said Budge Huskey, president and CEO of Premier Sotheby’s.