The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has appointed Jarrod Grasso as its first Senior Vice President of Industry Relations. This new role will focus on enhancing engagement with state and local associations, MLS executives, and other industry partners to maintain NAR's position in innovation, collaboration, and advocacy.

Grasso brings extensive experience from his previous role as CEO of New Jersey REALTORS. He has been involved at the national level as a NAR Director and was Chair of the Association Executives Committee in 2015. His accolades include the REALTOR Association Certified Executive designation and induction into the Dr. Almon R. “Bud” Smith Leadership Society.

"Investing in dedicated resources to facilitate state and local relations is critical to ensure we’re hearing real-time feedback about challenges leaders face so they can be addressed quickly," said Nykia Wright, CEO of NAR. "Jarrod’s extraordinary reputation across the industry...make him the perfect fit for this position."

As Senior Vice President, Grasso will act as a liaison between NAR and association leaders while promoting NAR initiatives. Kevin Sears, President of NAR, expressed confidence in Grasso's ability to enhance collaboration: "Having known Jarrod for nearly two decades...I have full confidence in his extensive experience."

Grasso stated, "I am honored to join NAR in this pivotal new role...we can help members remain indispensable to their clients and communities."

NAR is America's largest trade association involved in residential and commercial real estate.