Top REMAX Producer Lisa Nguyen Named President of Denver Metro Association of Realtors®

Dressed in a striking red and white dress and matching hat, Lisa Nguyen took the stage at the Denver Metro Association of Realtors® (DMAR) inauguration event on October 30, 2025.

With her children by her side, her mother in the audience, and more than 20 years of experience in real estate behind her, Nguyen spoke from her heart. “I kept it real and raw and very, very human – and it was well received,” Nguyen says.

As the 2025-2026 President of DMAR, Nguyen is the first Asian American woman to hold the position. She’s also the third REMAX affiliate in the last four years to lead the board and represent the Denver Metro Realtor® community. As a Denver native, Nguyen is deeply connected to the city and its people. In her new role, she emphasizes the importance of collaboration, addressing affordable housing and supporting future leaders.

Advocating for Affordable Housing and Commitment to Community

As a Vietnamese American and child of immigrants, Nguyen appreciates just how far things have come – citing that just a generation ago, women could not even apply for a mortgage without permission. She credits REMAX founders Dave and Gail Liniger for their forward-thinking approach to empowering women in real estate, which is one reason she chose a REMAX brokerage for her career. Having faced discrimination and setbacks herself, Nguyen says those experiences fuel her passion for leadership and advocacy.

“Years ago, my family was discriminated against in a high-rise housing unit,” she says. “As I started to tell my story and what we went through, I realized so many others had gone through something similar. That’s what pushed me into advocacy work.”

Nguyen has since served as past president of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) Greater Denver chapter, participated on national committees with the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), and has served on committees and the Board of DMAR throughout the years. Her passion for making homeownership attainable for everyone drives her continued work with affiliate organizations like AREAA, the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), Veteran Association of Real Estate Professions VAREP, and the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance.

She adds that this work isn’t just about affiliate groups, it’s about all working Americans.

“We’re advocating for the underserved, and being a part of those organizations allows you to walk alongside others who are struggling to get into housing,” she says. “But it’s not just the underserved anymore. Housing has become unaffordable even for teachers, firefighters, service industry workers, and the like. We need to work on their behalf.”

Nguyen notes that even real estate agents themselves can struggle with homeownership. Working on their behalf includes growing the DMAR membership, having tough conversations about housing, and being real about the challenges.

“We need to humanize real estate again and make sure people know what resources are available. Everyone deserves a fair shot at the American dream,” she says.

Building a Legacy Through Succession Planning

As Nguyen settles into her year of presidency, she shares that the journey to the DMAR board wasn’t easy. It took multiple attempts, persistence, and a personal commitment to growth.

“Not everyone makes it the first go-around,” she says. “Sometimes you’re just not prepared. Part of paving your path is taking the proper steps to where you want to go. Personally, I feel like I’ve finally taken all the steps I needed to get to this place today.” Whether it’s being elected to the local board or buying a home, Nguyen says, “You can accomplish hard things if you don’t give up.” Through preparation and mentorship – and now, as President – she’s focused on succession planning to ensure the organization’s future is strong.

“I like to say we’re building the stairs for the next set of leaders coming in,” she says. “I want to make sure we continue to have leaders who focus on this work, serve as a resource for the community, and become trendsetters and trailblazers for associations across the state.”

Lessons Learned: Keep Going, Keep Growing

Nguyen’s career has taught her that resilience and adaptability are essential – and relationships matter. She advises real estate professionals to “surround yourself with good people and protect your circle.” Case in point, six years ago, Nguyen decided to start an international team and open a commercial real estate division to serve underrepresented clients. She transitioned her team from residential-only sales to include commercial and business sales, leveraging the REMAX global network’s presence in over 110 countries and territories. Today, her team speaks nine languages and serves clients worldwide. Since then, they’ve earned the Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement awards and are Diamond Club recipients.

The accolade Nguyen values most, however, is the Diversity and Inclusion Award from the Colorado Association of Realtors®, recognizing her as a “voice for the silenced.”

“I felt very proud about that award. It wasn’t about production or numbers. It was about being a voice for people who were scared or silenced.”

As for what’s next, Nguyen says her team will keep putting in the work and she encourages all agents to do the same.

“Agents today have to put in the work to sell,” she says. “Today’s market requires action and interaction. It means going back to basics: making phone calls, meeting people, and writing letters. We have to return to grassroots efforts.”

As Nguyen steps into her role as DMAR President, her message is clear: leadership is about service, collaboration, and growth. With her vision for succession planning, commitment to housing accessibility, and hard-earned wisdom, she’s ready to make an impact – not just for Denver, but for the future of real estate.

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