Join the Tennessee REALTORS® Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for a FREE webinar on Wednesday, August 13th at 1:30 PM CT. This engaging webinar explores the foundational principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with a focus on the importance of recognizing and respecting cultural differences. Our three guest speakers will share insight into how different cultures shape communication, behavior, and workplace dynamics, and why fostering inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration, innovation, and trust. Ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their cultural competency and create more respectful, equitable spaces in both personal and professional settings.

Gacomo Gunneson

Born and raised in Chattanooga, TN, Gacomo is a Southerner at heart with a deep appreciation for global cultures. He grew up in a bilingual household with a Peruvian mother and American father, immersed in the foods and traditions on both sides of the family. He speaks Spanish fluently and enjoys time cooking, baking, and in the wonderful Tennessee outdoors. An active gardener, when he’s not working, you can find him tending to his veggies, flowers, and shrubs. Though he isn’t a full-fledged globe trekker yet, he’s enjoyed time with good friends who live in Denmark, toured parts of Germany and Mexico, and visited family in Peru. All through his life, Gacomo has had the pleasure of meeting and engaging with folks from all over the world through lifelong friends, school, church, and shared interests.
Going on 3 years in the industry, Gacomo has had a wide array of clientele and experiences that shape the way he sees not just work, but life in general. He understands the importance of real estate both domestically and internationally and the role that a culturally tailored experience plays in ensuring client satisfaction. He believes that diversity is only a strength if it is incorporated with unity and a shared desire for excellence to reach a goal. Because of that, he places high importance in understanding where clients come from to appreciate their unique cultural perspective.

April Harrington

April Harrington is an award-winning Principal Broker, Certified International Property Specialist, and owner of three EXIT Real Estate Experts offices across Middle Tennessee. Recognized by the Nashville Business Journal as a Leader in Diversity and a 40 Under 40 honoree, April brings over a decade of expertise in global real estate, specializing in cross-cultural transactions, etiquette, and business development strategies for diverse markets. April has successfully guided clients and agents through international and multicultural transactions, equipping professionals with the knowledge to expand their businesses while maintaining respect for cultural traditions and practices. Her leadership philosophy prioritizes ethical business, human-centered development, and authentic connection, empowering agents to build trusted, community-centered careers.

In addition to managing high-performing teams, April serves on statewide professional standards committees, leads philanthropic initiatives, and regularly speaks on panels addressing equity and inclusion in the real estate industry.

J. Max Hamidi

J. Max Hamidi has been a member of the Memphis Area Association Of Realtors for the past 27 years, and since earning his CCIM Designation in October of 2011 has been an active member of the Institute and has served on the Global Board of Directors theInternational Activities Committee, the Institute’s Audit Committee, Governmental Affairs Committee and is a Graduate of The JWL’s Leadership Development Academy.J. Max Hamidi is currently affiliated with Exp Commercial with a specialization in Retail Development, leasing and management.