Courtney Poulos has been reshaping how real estate is done since 2005. She founded ACME Real Estate in 2011 with a clear mission: build a brokerage where marketing is editorial, agents are empowered, and clients are never treated like transactions. What started as a boutique firm in Eagle Rock grew into one of Los Angeles’ most recognized independent brokerages — known for design-forward listings, creative marketing that rivals lifestyle publications, and a fiercely loyal client base.

In 2026, SERHANT. — the most followed brokerage in the world — recruited Courtney and her team to join as founding members. It was a recognition of what she built: a brand that consistently outperformed by doing things differently.

Courtney’s background in journalism and public relations (University of Maryland, Philip Merrill College of Journalism) gave her the tools to reimagine how properties are marketed. Before entering real estate, she spent nine years in arts and entertainment PR — experience that shows up in every listing campaign, every client presentation, and the way ACME has always told stories about the homes it represents.