Gary Loest

Compliance & Relations Manager @eXp Realty

US

Lead a team of three Compliance Officers overseeing investigations and compliance matters across all 50 United States and all 10 provinces in Canada, while personally managing international investigations spanning 27 countries and supporting a global population of more than agents and employees.Oversee and manage investigations into alleged policy violations, employee and people relations issues, misconduct, Code of Conduct violations, and compliance concerns, ensuring fair, timely, and thorough resolutions.Partner with the VP of Compliance to design and implement global compliance strategies, policies, and procedures that align with organizational goals and evolving regulations.Prepare and deliver detailed case summaries, trend analyses, and recommendations to senior leadership, Chief Legal Counsel, and the Compliance Committee to guide decision-making.Collaborate with cross-functional departments—including Legal, Human Resources, Brokerage Operations, and Business Development—to ensure alignment, transparency, and risk mitigation.Monitor regulatory developments, employment laws, and industry trends to maintain best practices and proactively address compliance risks.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness of compliance operations globally.Provide coaching, training, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities to strengthen team capabilities and maintain high standards of investigative quality and efficiency.Championing the department’s adoption of AI-driven tools to streamline investigation workflows and improve policy management processes.

Grey High School

National Senior Certificate (High School Diploma), Mathematics, Business Studies, Biology & History

Nelson Mandela University

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law