LPT Holdings is thrilled to announce the addition of Mercedes Saewitz as Senior Vice President of Operations for Aperture Lifestyle Real Estate, marking a strategic milestone in the company’s journey toward excellence in real estate services. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Mercedes brings an unparalleled level of expertise, passion, and innovation to her new role. This appointment reinforces LPT’s commitment to empowering agents and enhancing the real estate experience for clients and stakeholders alike.
Mercedes Saewitz background is deeply rooted in the Florida real estate market, where she has built an impressive career specializing in high-end residential, commercial, and development real estate.
A Miami native, she previously served as the Principal Broker for Florida and National Head Broker Representative at Compass. During her tenure, she led one of the largest broker teams within the company, driving operational excellence, spearheading major initiatives such as product launches, and fostering business development. Her leadership and vision have left an indelible mark on the industry.
“Mercedes’s addition to the team marks a significant milestone for LPT,” said Robert Palmer, Founder and CEO of LPT Holdings. “Her exceptional track record, coupled with her passion for driving success, aligns perfectly with our vision of empowering agents and elevating the real estate experience for all stakeholders.”
Aperture Lifestyle Real Estate, LPT’s luxury real estate brand, is set to launch in 2025. This innovative brand is designed to cater to luxury real estate agents and their high-end clientele by providing cutting-edge marketing, technology, and training resources. Aperture’s mission is to elevate agent success with specialized tools and strategies tailored to meet the demands of the luxury market.
“The Aperture brand is a key component of our plans for international expansion,” said Michael Valdes, Chief Executive Officer of LPT International Realty. “Mercedes’s dedication to excellence and her innovative approach make her the perfect fit to lead this initiative.”
As Senior Vice President of Operations for Aperture, Mercedes will oversee strategic growth, compliance, risk management, and the overall transactional success of agents within the brand. Her role will be pivotal in shaping the future of Aperture, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of excellence in the luxury real estate sector.
“I am beyond excited to join the LPT family, a trailblazing company celebrated for its agent-first philosophy and state-of-the-art technology,” said Mercedes Saewitz. “This is an incredible opportunity to revolutionize the real estate experience for both clients and agents, setting bold new standards and raising the bar for the entire industry.”
Mercedes’s educational background further underscores her qualifications for this role. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a double major in Marketing and Management from the University of Miami, where she graduated with honors. In addition, she is fluent in Spanish and adept at leveraging industry-leading tools and technologies, making her uniquely equipped to drive innovation and success in her new position.
LPT Holdings, the parent company of Aperture Lifestyle Real Estate and LPT Realty, is renowned for its commitment to agent success and industry innovation. Aperture, launching in 2025, will serve as a premier lifestyle real estate brand tailored to luxury agents and their clients. LPT Realty, on the other hand, is a national brokerage that provides agents with the tools, support, and community needed to build their businesses. Recognized by Inman as the 2024 Most Innovative Brokerage, LPT Holdings continues to set benchmarks in the real estate industry. Additionally, founder and CEO Robert Palmer has been named by Swanepoel as one of the top 200 leaders in real estate.
With Mercedes Saewitz at the helm of operations for Aperture, LPT Holdings is poised to revolutionize the luxury real estate market, driving success for agents and delivering unparalleled experiences to clients. Her appointment signals a new era of growth, innovation, and excellence for the company.
