Paul Collins Jr. has been named managing broker of Long & Foster Real Estate’s Grove office in Richmond, Va. In his new role, Collins will lead the Grove team of sales professionals in growing their business, providing exceptional client service and continuing Long & Foster’s legacy as the local real estate leader.

With more than 30 years of experience in residential real estate, Collins brings a wealth of knowledge in brokerage management, agent development and affiliated business partnerships. Over the course of his career, he has launched and operated multiple real estate offices, overseen large agent teams and developed innovative training programs designed to elevate agent performance and client satisfaction.

“Paul’s experience and heart for helping others succeed make him an incredible addition to our Richmond family,” said Dawn Bradley, senior vice president and regional manager of Long & Foster’s Richmond region. “He’s walked in the agents’ shoes, he understands what it takes to build a thriving business, and he’s passionate about creating an office culture rooted in collaboration, education and care.”

Before joining Long & Foster, Collins held a variety of senior brokerage and leadership roles throughout the Richmond area and beyond, where he built successful teams and strengthened business operations across real estate, mortgage, title and insurance services.

“We’re pleased to welcome Paul to the Long & Foster leadership team,” said Patrick Bain, president and CEO of The Long & Foster Companies. “His proven leadership, market expertise and agent-first approach will further strengthen our Richmond operations and our commitment to streamlining and simplifying the real estate experience for consumers and agents alike.”

Collins earned his degree in marketing from Marshall University in Huntington, W.Va.

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