Chris Burell

Chris Burell is the Chief Growth Officer and Qualifying Broker for Engel & Völkers Atlanta and North Georgia Mountains, where he partners closely with CEO and Founder Christa Huffstickler to drive strategic growth, operational excellence, and brand expansion across the region. Chris leads company management, advisor development, and market growth initiatives spanning Atlanta, its surrounding communities, and the North Georgia Mountains — building high-performance teams that elevate both the client experience and the Engel & Völkers brand.

With nearly two decades in the real estate industry, Chris has built a reputation for transforming professionals and brokerage organizations into market leaders. His expertise spans brokerage leadership, innovative training and learning systems, business coaching, and culture-building. He has held senior leadership roles including Director of Career Services, Vice President, Managing Broker, Broker of Record, and Managing Director — consistently developing top-producing advisors and future industry leaders.

A passionate advocate for the profession, Chris has served in numerous leadership roles at the local, state, and national levels. He proudly served as 2025 President of the Atlanta REALTORS® Association and continues to serve on the ARA Board of Directors as a past president.  Chris also serves as a Board of Director at the Georgia Association of REALTORS® and serves as a Board of Director at the National Association of REALTORS®. His service reflects his commitment to advancing professionalism, innovation, and excellence within the industry.

Beyond the office, Chris enjoys splitting time with his family and friends in Atlanta and in the North Georgia mountains in Blue Ridge. He believes leadership is measured by impact — and he strives every day to help others grow, succeed, and lead at the highest level.