National Land Realty Announces Doug Adams as New CEO
GREENVILLE, SC – January 5, 2025 – National Land Realty (NLR), the nation’s premier full-service real estate brokerage specializing in farm, ranch, timber, rural, and commercial land, today announced the appointment of Doug Adams as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
Adams brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience in the real estate industry, with a proven track record of driving growth, advancing operational excellence, and building scalable platforms in competitive markets around the country and internationally. His expertise across rural brokerage and commercial development aligns closely with NLR’s mission to provide exceptional value to property owners and foster a professional environment for the industry’s top land agents and brokers to thrive.

“Doug is the right leader to build on National Land Realty’s strong foundation and guide the company through its next phase of growth,” said Aaron Graham, Managing Partner of National Land Realty. “He understands this business, our agents, and the land sector at a very high level, and we’re excited about the leadership, clarity, and momentum he brings to the organization.”
Before joining NLR, Adams held senior executive roles across a variety of real estate companies, including positions focused on growing market share, enhancing agent resources, and integrating technology to enhance transaction efficiency and client outcomes. He is also deeply committed to land stewardship, conservation partnerships, and data-driven decision-making.
“I’m honored to lead National Land Realty at this transformative time,” said Adams. “Throughout my career, NLR has always had a great reputation for expertise, integrity, and innovation in the land sector. With our exceptional network of over 80 offices across more than 40 states, we are uniquely positioned to strengthen our technology platform, deepen client relationships, and continue delivering outstanding results. I’m excited to begin working alongside this talented team as we shape the future of land brokerage.”
About National Land Realty
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, National Land Realty is a full-service real estate brokerage with billions of dollars in completed land sales nationwide. The company specializes in farm, ranch, plantation, timber, and recreational land and operates through a network of more than 400 experienced land professionals across the United States. National Land Realty is committed to expertise, innovation, and delivering outstanding results for its clients.