R
iezl Baker, co‑founder of Luxury Lake Oconee Real Estate, was named a 2025 Real Estate Newsmaker Luminary by RISMedia, the national residential‑real‑estate media leader for its industry coverage and influence.
The award, one of the industry’s highest honors, was presented at the CEO & Leadership Exchange Conference in Washington, D.C., hosted by the historic Mayflower Hotel for industry leaders.
RISMedia’s Newsmakers honor those who innovate, lead, and positively impact communities, while the Luminary tier celebrates decades of industry influence for shaping the market.
RISMedia noted, “Baker exemplifies a Real Estate Newsmaker.” Her Luxury LEO strategy and national speaking elevate her market and the profession for all stakeholders.
With over 24 years in the field, Baker topped her market in 2024, closing more than $120 million in sales, and has already secured $106 million in 2025 through strategic transactions.
Her Luxury LEO platform redefines luxury marketing by blending storytelling, lifestyle branding, and targeted campaigns for record results for clients.
Beyond sales, Baker leads healthcare and education initiatives, chairs major fundraisers, serves on boards, and recently accepted a national leadership role to advance community welfare.
As a sought‑after speaker, she shares insights on entrepreneurship, luxury marketing, and the evolving real‑estate landscape at conferences nationwide, inspiring peers across the country.
