Global Brokerage Strengthens Midwest Presence with First Iowa Location
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the opening of The Agency Des Moines, further expanding its presence in the Midwest. Located in West Des Moines and serving clients throughout Central Iowa, the new office will be led by Managing Partners Mike Slavin and Nathan Lyman. The office will serve the region's residential and land markets, including Des Moines and its surrounding communities.
"Des Moines offers a compelling combination of career opportunities, space and quality of life that continues to attract buyers looking to put down roots," said Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency. "Mike and Nathan share our commitment to local expertise, collaboration and exceptional service, and we are thrilled to welcome them to The Agency as we expand our presence in Central Iowa."
The Agency's strategic positioning as an industry leader shines through its commitment to expanding into prominent markets with significant growth potential and like-minded partners. The Agency has rapidly increased its presence across the globe throughout the past year, making it one of the fastest-growing luxury boutique brokerages in the world. The Agency launched 27 new offices in 2025, with more on the horizon.
"Des Moines is a natural next step in The Agency's Midwest expansion, supported by an established business community and a growing range of housing opportunities," said James Ramsay, EVP of The Agency's Franchise Division. "Our global network and marketing platform will support Mike and Nathan as they build the office and connect Central Iowa with buyers across our markets."
The Agency has grown to over 190 offices across 18 countries, and counting. Poised for further expansion with like-minded partners in strategic markets, The Agency is noted by The Financial Times as one of America's Fastest Growing Companies, has ranked among Inc. 5000's list of fastest-growing private companies in the country, and is consistently recognized as a Top Luxury Brokerage by Inman. The Agency's CEO and Founder, Mauricio Umansky ranked #30 on The Swanepoel Power 200's list of most powerful and influential people in real estate. The Agency's President, Rainy Hake Austin was also named on the Swanepoel Power 200 Watchlist in 2025, recognizing 50 up-and-coming leaders shaping the future of residential real estate. The Agency has a renowned brand that is featured on international television shows including "Buying Beverly Hills," which aired on Netflix for two seasons.
"Much of what makes the Des Moines market special is found in the communities surrounding the city, where buyers can find everything from established neighborhoods to acreage and custom-built homes," said Mike Slavin, Managing Partner of The Agency Des Moines. "We've built our business around knowing these communities at a very high level and delivering an exceptional experience for our clients."
"Partnering with The Agency gives us the opportunity to take what we've built locally and pair it with a truly global brand, network and marketing platform," said Nathan Lyman, Managing Partner of The Agency Des Moines. "We're excited about what that means for our clients, our agents and the future of our business.
The Agency Des Moines will be located at 650 S Prairie View Drive, Suite 205, West Des Moines, IA 50266. For more information on The Agency, please visit www.theagencyre.com.
About The Agency
The Agency is a global, luxury real estate brokerage representing clients across residential, new development, resort, and vacation rental markets worldwide. Since its founding in 2011 by Mauricio Umansky, The Agency has closed more than $104 billion in real estate transactions and grown to more than 190 offices across 18 countries. Consistently ranked among the top brokerages in the industry, The Agency is recognized as one of the fastest-growing boutique luxury real estate brands in the world. Redefining the traditional brokerage model, The Agency fosters a culture of true collaboration, where every client and listing is represented in a shared environment of partnership. Clients and agents alike benefit from the power of a global network and access to a full suite of in-house services, including creative, public relations, relocation, development, core services, and industry-leading technology.
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