Bennett Richardson, a seasoned public affairs and media executive, brings two decades of experience at the intersection of technology, policy, and journalism to NAR. In his role as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Richardson leads NAR’s marketing, communications and events department and is responsible for strengthening NAR’s reputation in the real estate industry and cultivating consumer trust in the REALTOR® brand. Richardson also oversees the REALTOR® Relief Foundation, which has awarded more than $50 million to assist victims of natural disasters since its founding in the wake of September 11.

Prior to NAR, Richardson served as General Manager and Global Head of Public Affairs at Semafor, where he led the influential Washington bureau and spearheaded global strategic initiatives. Richardson also served as Director of Policy Marketing at Google, where he led Google’s marketing and content communications to policymakers and key opinion formers in the U.S and around the world.

Richardson’s career also includes leadership roles at POLITICO Media Group, where he served as President of Protocol and Executive Director of POLITICO Europe. He has built award-winning public affairs campaigns for Fortune 100 companies and is a recognized thought leader, having spoken at the World Economic Forum, SXSW, and Cannes Lions.