Vanessa Martin

Vanessa Martin is transforming the real estate industry by turning agent safety from an afterthought into a professional standard. Martin significantly scaled Tether RE’s reach in 2025, securing major partnerships with organizations like Bright MLS, Engel & Völkers Americas and Lone Wolf Technologies. These agreements, alongside Tether RE’s acceptance into the prestigious 2025 NAR REACH program, have brought layered safety tools—including 24/7 live monitoring and struggle detection—to hundreds of thousands of agents nationwide.

A U.S. Army Combat Veteran and former medic, Martin’s dedication to protection is deeply personal, driven by a desire to ensure real estate professionals—including her own family members—return home safely every day. Beyond technology, she has fostered a national dialogue through the TetherSAFE Community, collaborating with industry leaders to embed safety into daily workflows. Whether speaking at NAR NXT or the Annual Safety Committee Meeting, Martin remains a tireless advocate for the workforce.

“What inspires me most is hearing from agents who share how Tether RE makes them feel safer and more confident in their work,” Martin says. “Knowing that our app is being used in real-world situations such as showings, open houses and client meetings—and that it has the potential to save lives—is the most meaningful accomplishment of all.”