Merri Jo Cowen Steps Down & Steps Up!
After more than 15 years of visionary leadership, Merri Jo Cowen, CEO of Stellar MLS, announced she will step down from her role in Q1 2026.
July 31, 2025
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After more than 15 years of visionary leadership, Merri Jo Cowen, CEO of Stellar MLS, announced she will step down from her role in Q1 2026.
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Merri Jo Cowen currently serves as the CEO of Stellar MLS, the largest multiple listing service in Florida and Puerto Rico, and the third-largest in the United States. She has held this position for 15 years, demonstrating her long-standing commitment to the organization spanning over 40 years.
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