LeaseLock Brings on Chief Economist

Greg Willett Joins LeaseLock to Drive Positive Results for Clients

DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LeaseLock, an Insurtech company offering the only lease insurance for rental housing, is pleased to announce the addition of Greg Willett as Chief Economist. With over 30 years of commendable contributions and a track record of distinctive insights, Willett will continue empowering owners and operators of rental housing by revealing shifting conditions and their impact on markets.

“I have tremendous respect for the LeaseLock team and the company’s core mission. I’m excited to have access to new resources, and to continue delivering economic insights for the betterment of our industry”

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“Greg is an icon. He uniquely offers an economic outlook which is well informed and innovative, as well as balanced. It’s an honor to team up with him again in serving the best interests of our industry,” said Janine Steiner Jovanovic, CEO of LeaseLock.

“I have tremendous respect for the LeaseLock team and the company’s core mission. I’m excited to have access to new resources, and to continue delivering economic insights for the betterment of our industry,” said Greg Willett.

Before joining LeaseLock, Willett served as First Vice President and National Director of Multifamily Research for the Institutional Property Advisors (IPA) Division at Marcus & Millichap, revealing influences that drive housing sector performance, to facilitate investment strategy, market selection and capital deployment.

Before joining LeaseLock, Willett served as First Vice President and National Director of Multifamily Research for the Institutional Property Advisors (IPA) Division at Marcus & Millichap, revealing influences that drive housing sector performance, to facilitate investment strategy, market selection and capital deployment.

About LeaseLock

LeaseLock is the only lease insurance provider for rental housing. Our AI powered underwriting program, LeaseLock ShieldTM, predicts risk and optimizes coverage and pricing for renters, properties and portfolios. Owners and operators gain notable profit protection while accelerating leasing, minimizing burden, and removing reputation and legal risk. With over $10 billion in leases insured, LeaseLock is reshaping the way the rental housing industry manages financial risk while delivering significant benefits to renters. As an exclusive GRESB partner, LeaseLock is dedicated to improving housing accessibility with the elimination of deposits, while protecting against the risk of bad debt. Learn more at www.leaselock.com.

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