Phil Soper, president and CEO of Royal LePage®, once again named as one of Inman’s most influential executives in North American real estate
Phil Soper, president and CEO of Royal LePage, has once again been recognized as one of the most influential leaders in North American real estate, earning a spot on Inman’s 2026 Power Players list. The honour marks Soper’s fourth consecutive appearance on the annual ranking, which highlights industry executives who are shaping the future of residential real estate.
“I’m incredibly grateful to be recognized once again on Inman’s Power Players list alongside so many well-respected leaders who continue to push our industry into the future. This is about so much more than individual leadership; it’s an acknowledgement of the incredible work and strategic excellence of our senior leadership team and the dedication of our staff, as well as the collective strength of the vast Royal LePage network. Our real estate professionals across Canada consistently demonstrate resilience, innovation and a deep commitment to serving their communities,” said Soper.
“As we look ahead, Royal LePage remains focused on equipping our network with the Canadianized tools, technology and education needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving market,” Soper added. “By continuing to invest in innovation, including advanced technology platforms, AI-enabled tools and specialized training programs, we are empowering our sales professionals to deliver exceptional client experiences while building sustainable, long-term businesses.
My sincere thanks to Emily Paquette, Brad Inman and the entire Inman team for their continued commitment to recognizing the leaders shaping the future of our industry.”
Inman is one of North America’s leading trade news sources for the residential real estate industry. Curated by its editorial team, the annual Power Players list highlights the most influential executives across real estate, mortgage, proptech and finance sectors who are setting the standard for leadership and excellence.
A highly respected figure in Canadian real estate, Soper has earned numerous industry accolades in recent years. In addition to his inclusion on Inman’s 2026 Power Players list, he was the top-ranking Canadian on T3 Sixty’s Swanepoel Power 200 for the 13th consecutive year. He was also appointed chair of The Realty Alliance in 2025. As the only Canadian on the board, Soper will bring the perspective of Canada’s real estate market to the continent’s most influential firms. His appointment reflects Royal LePage’s expanding leadership role in driving innovation, collaboration and professionalism across North America.
