The Edge Blog · Press Releases · June 8, 2025 · 3 min read
CENTURY 21 Edge Names Daniel Pendleton as Director of Agent Recruiting
CENTURY 21 Edge announces Daniel Pendleton as Director of Agent Recruiting. With over 15 years of award-winning talent acquisition leadership, he brings proven expertise in recruiting and strategic growth.
ORLANDO, FL — June 7, 2025 — CENTURY 21 Edge is proud to announce the appointment of Daniel Pendleton as its new Director of Agent Recruiting, bringing more than 15 years of award-winning recruitment leadership experience to one of Florida’s fastest-growing real estate brokerages.
A nationally recognized talent acquisition expert, Pendleton has spent his career building high-performing teams, driving culture, and scaling growth strategies for some of the country’s most competitive sales and marketing organizations. His appointment signals CENTURY 21 Edge’s continued commitment to attracting and supporting the most driven real estate professionals in Central Florida and Tampa.
“Daniel is the type of leader who builds more than teams—he builds movements,” said Kevin Johnson, CEO & President of CENTURY 21 Edge. “He understands how to spot potential, nurture it, and surround it with the right support to succeed. His track record, energy, and values align perfectly with our mission to empower real estate agents who are ready to escape the ordinary.”
Prior to joining CENTURY 21 Edge, Pendleton served as Regional Director of Talent Acquisition at Bluegreen Vacations, where he led recruitment efforts across four states and maintained staffing levels between 95% and 128% of budget—contributing to a $175M+ revenue stream. His leadership earned him a coveted spot in the company’s President’s Club, awarded to just one director nationwide each year.
Pendleton also held senior recruiting roles with Wyndham Destinations and Diamond Resorts International, where he was known for designing scalable hiring systems, mentoring recruitment teams, and pioneering CRM/ATS rollouts that improved performance and speed-to-hire. His experience includes executive-level recruiting, budget planning, KPI development, and strategic forecasting across multi-site operations.
A certified Professional Recruiter and Social Media Recruiter, Pendleton holds multiple certifications in leadership and sourcing strategy, including credentials from AIRS, Social Talent, and Cornell University. His industry expertise is matched by a deep passion for real estate, shaped in childhood by weekend open house tours with his mom that sparked a lifelong fascination with homes and helping people reach their goals.
At CENTURY 21 Edge, Pendleton will lead all agent recruiting initiatives, with a focus on identifying passionate professionals who align with the brokerage’s high-performance culture and forward-thinking approach. He will also support the continued expansion of the company’s award-winning onboarding and coaching systems for newly affiliated agents.
“I’ve spent my entire career connecting people with opportunities—and I can’t think of a better opportunity than what CENTURY 21 Edge offers,” said Pendleton. “This isn’t just a brokerage. It’s a launchpad for agents who want to do big things, and I’m honored to be part of the team that helps them get there.”
Pendleton is based in Orlando and will work closely with CENTURY 21 Edge leadership to execute the company’s bold recruiting vision throughout Florida.
ABOUT CENTURY 21 EDGECENTURY 21 Edge, co-founded by Kevin Johnson and John Carpenter, is an award-winning real estate brokerage in Orlando, Florida, known for exceptional service and a commitment to education, diversity, and entrepreneurship. With a strong focus on agent success, the company offers advanced technology tools, robust lead generation, and extensive training and support, underlined by a consistent customer satisfaction record with a 99% service rating since 2019. As one of the fastest-growing CENTURY 21 offices in the state, CENTURY 21 Edge embodies the spirit of #MoveFearlessly, providing top-tier real estate services across major Florida regions. Learn more at C21Edge.com.
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