A New Standard In Luxury Real Estate

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When Christie's International Real Estate @properties Lone Star (Christie’s Lone Star) opens its Southlake office in February 2026, it will mark a strategic next step in the firm’s deliberate expansion across Texas, and a notable addition to one of North Texas’ most competitive luxury markets. Led by CEO and Principal Jerry W. Mooty, Jr., Christie’s Lone Star has quickly established itself as one of the state’s highestperforming brokerages. In 2025, the firm surpassed $1 billion in closed sales volume across 1,323 transactions while onboarding nearly 100 new agents statewide. Its footprint now spans Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco and Austin, with Southlake representing a natural continuation of that growth. “Southlake is right up there with Highland Park in terms of high-net-worth individuals and luxury estates,” says Mooty. “From the schools to the amenities and lifestyle, it’s a market where we feel our platform and global reach can truly add value.” The Southlake office will launch with a founding group of agents deeply rooted in the community: Bonnie Hennum, Gabriella Miller, Trisha Atwood, Lyndzie Stroble, Brandi Zweig, Mary Sorenson, Cathy O’Toole, Lynn Wilson and Amanda Poulsen. Regional VP Michael Hoover will manage the office with the help of Director of Agents Sara O’Canna. Mooty describes the team as intentionally selected, emphasizing experience, professionalism and cultural alignment over rapid recruitment. Christie’s Lone Star focuses heavily on luxury at every price point; a philosophy centered on elevated service rather than simple transaction volume. “We don’t call them transactions,” Mooty says. “We call them experiences. From listing the property through close, the goal is for clients to enjoy the process and feel supported at every step.” That experience is powered by a fully integrated technology platform that connects marketing, client communication, analytics, and CRM tools into a single system. The result is greater efficiency for agents and a more transparent, interactive experience for buyers and sellers. Coupled with Christie’s global network, listings gain international exposure immediately, expanding visibility far beyond the local market. In addition to luxury residential real estate, Christie’s Lone Star offers specialized service areas, including Land + Ranch, Sports & Entertainment, Development Services and Corporate Relocation Advisory, allowing the firm to serve a wide range of sophisticated client needs. The expansion to Southlake is both a milestone and a long-term investment. “We’re focused on building something special,” he said. “This is about people, culture and delivering a level of service that truly reflects the market we serve.” Photo by Katharine Gann, DayDream Photograph.

“Luxury isn’t defined by a price point, it’s defined by the level of service, care and experience the client receives.” — CEO and Principal Jerry W. Mooty, Jr.