About Annie Ives
Annie serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Combined L.A./Westside Multiple Listing Service (MLS/CLAW) and VestaPlus, LLC.Born in Tunisia, Annie’s early life was shaped by resilience and hard work. She moved to Los Angeles in 1967 during the Arab-Israeli conflict, living with her grandparents. She pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Business Education from California State University, Northridge (CSUN), and an MBA from Woodbury University. Annie’s tenure with MLS/CLAW began in September 1995. Under her leadership, the organization transformed from near takeover to a thriving entity. She developed an in-house MLS system and launched two successful weekly magazines promoting open houses. In 2018, Annie introduced VESTAPLUS™ MLS Software Solutions, a suite of tools designed by agents for agents, which earned the 2020 and 2024 HousingWire Tech100 awards. Her innovative leadership has kept MLS/CLAW profitable and competitive, providing immense value to its 15,000+ members. Annie Ives’s journey from Tunisia to the forefront of real estate technology exemplifies innovation and excellence. Join us at the MLS Forum to hear from a visionary leader who has significantly impacted the real estate industry.