Portland · June 3, 2026
Five founding partners today launched Thought Leadership Circle (TLC), a network connecting independent consultants, fractional executives, and experienced operators across real estate, proptech, and entrepreneurship. The network replaces competitive silos with collaborative mentorship, shared resources, and strategic visibility.
TLC operates on three principles: collaboration over competition, quality over quantity, and purpose over profit. After operating costs are recouped, revenue is reinvested into programs that elevate members' and mentee voices while advancing the broader industry.
"Talented professionals are operating alone, competing when they could be collaborating. TLC brings together deep expertise and shared audiences to mentor emerging leaders and strengthen the industry for the long term."
— Janine Hunt, Founding Partner & CEO
Members gain access to speaker placement services, executive peer networks, shared tools and resources, and a leadership marketplace for collaboration. The organization is led by founding partners Janine Hunt (CEO), Laura O'Connor (COO), Lori Muller (CFO), Chris Reilly (CMO), and Tiffani Marroquin (CAIO), with rotating board terms and quarterly transparency reporting.
"We're focused on building the foundation and operating models that will help our industry thrive through the next cycle."
— Laura O'Connor, Founding Partner & COO
Membership is by application or invitation for professionals who align with TLC's mission. The organization caps membership to maintain a close-knit, high-impact community.
About Thought Leadership Circle
Thought Leadership Circle is in the process of filing for 501(c)(3) status and operates as a network with a wholly owned profit arm used for referral exchange and speaker placement. The group supports thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers in real estate and beyond. Learn more at thoughtleadershipcircle.org.
