ERA Live Moore Appoints REALTOR® Melissa Wright to Broker-In-Charge Leadership Role in its Marion office.

Marion, NC, Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 — ERA Live Moore

is pleased to announce the appointment of REALTOR® Melissa Wright as Broker-In-Charge of its Marion, North Carolina office, supporting the continued growth and direction of the brokerage’s presence across the mountain region.

Having served clients throughout Asheville, Marion, McDowell County, and Burke County for several years, Melissa Wright brings deep regional knowledge and a proven track record to the Marion office. Her move reflects ERA Live Moore’s ongoing investment in experienced, community-focused leadership as demand continues to expand throughout Western North Carolina’s mountain markets.

With more than seven years in real estate and over 25 years of prior experience in healthcare, Melissa is known for her advocacy-driven approach, attention to detail, and ability to guide clients through complex decisions with confidence and care. She has been recognized as a top producer, recently receiving the 2025 ERA’s Leaders’ Circle award for outstanding sales production, and is widely respected for her steady leadership and collaborative mindset.

“The mountains of Western North Carolina have always felt like home to me, and I’ve had the privilege of serving buyers, sellers, and agents across Marion, McDowell, and Burke counties for years,” said Wright. “Stepping into this role allows me to deepen that commitment—supporting our agents in the Marion office while continuing to help clients navigate this market with clarity, care, and confidence. I’m excited to help our team grow and to be part of the continued momentum ERA Live Moore is building across the region.”

The leadership transition reflects ERA Live Moore’s commitment to thoughtful growth and strong local leadership across the mountain region. The Marion office continues to build on the relationships and community presence established over many years, while preparing for future opportunities.

“Melissa brings experience, empathy, and a deep understanding of this region,” said Tania Moore, President and Qualifying Broker of ERA Live Moore. “The Marion office has long benefited from dedicated leadership and community connection, and Melissa is well-suited to help carry that forward while supporting our agents and clients.”

The transition is championed by acting Broker-In-Charge, Tami Newman, one of the Marion office’s co-founders: “This office has always been about people and relationships,” said Newman. “Melissa understands the community, works well with our agents, and shares the values that have shaped the Marion office from the beginning. I’m excited to see the office continue to grow and serve the area.”

As ERA Live Moore continues to succeed in serving North Carolina’s mountain communities, the brokerage remains focused on developing strong local leadership, supporting its agents, and delivering exceptional service to buyers and sellers throughout the region.

For more information or to connect with Melissa Wright, visit: www.MelissaWrightRealtor.com or contact her at (828) 776-5583 |  Email: Melissa.Wright@ERALiveMoore.com

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Tracy McCormack

Director of Marketing

Curated Strategies at ERA Live Moore

828.215.1629 or Tracy.McCormack@Curated-Strategies.com

About ERA Live Moore

ERA Live Moore is one of the leading real estate firms in North Carolina, providing full-service residential and luxury brokerage for more than 20 years across Charlotte, Asheville, Raleigh, Winston-Salem, and surrounding markets, with recent expansion into the Missouri real estate market. Guided by a commitment to community, excellence, and growth, ERA Live Moore empowers clients and agents alike to move up in life and in business.

With more than 13 offices and over 600 real estate professionals across North and South Carolina, ERA Live Moore achieved more than $1.4 billion in sales volume and over 2,600 closed sides in 2024. The firm is the #1 ERA brokerage in the Carolinas, ranked among the top three ERA companies nationwide, and has earned the ERA Circle of Success Platinum Company designation for 2024, recognizing real estate organizations that exceed 1,500 closed units and/or $7 million in annual gross commissions.

ERA Live Moore is also a recipient of the 2022 ERA Unity Award, the ERA Marketing Excellence Award, and is a 2024 ERA Circle of Light finalist. The company has additionally earned the Anywhere Leads Relocation Platinum Award for outstanding performance in relocation services.

National industry rankings underscore the firm’s strength: RealTrends annually recognizes ERA Live Moore as one of the Top 300 Brokerages in the United States by both closed transaction sides and sales volume, and RISMedia’s Power Broker Report ranks the company among the Top 1% of real estate firms nationwide.