Carolyn Fugere Appointed CEO of William Pitt Sotheby's Realty
Carolyn Fugere takes the top role at William Pitt - Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty after a multi-decade career rising through the firm's ranks.
William Pitt - Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty has named Carolyn Fugere as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, the Connecticut-based luxury brokerage announced Nov. 4, 2026. Executive Chairman Paul Breunich made the appointment, elevating a veteran insider to lead one of the Northeast's most prominent real estate firms.
Fugere's ascent to the top post caps a career spanning multiple decades within the organization. She previously held roles as a sales advisor, brokerage manager, and most recently Chief Sales Officer — a trajectory that underscores the firm's preference for promoting proven talent from within its own ranks rather than recruiting externally.
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Breunich's decision to elevate Fugere reflects a broader strategic bet on continuity and institutional knowledge at a time when the luxury residential market faces shifting demand dynamics, elevated interest rates, and increased competition among high-end brokerages. Her direct experience across both production and operations sides of the business positions her to manage the firm's sales force while overseeing brokerage-level strategy.
William Pitt - Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty operates across Connecticut, Westchester County, and the Hudson Valley, serving some of the most competitive luxury real estate markets in the country. Fugere's appointment signals the firm's intent to maintain operational stability while pursuing growth under established leadership.
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