Hondros College Announces RJ Billings as General Manager

WESTERVILLE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hondros College, the leading real estate, home inspection, appraisal, insurance and mortgage educator for online, livestream and classroom learning in Ohio, is pleased to announce that RJ Billings has joined the company as General Manager. Mr. Billings excels in business development within real estate and has been dedicated to empowering the Cincinnati community for the last 10 years.

“Hondros feels like home for me. It’s where my family got started in real estate, and it changed our lives,” said RJ Billings, General Manager at Hondros College. “I have been helping other people become real estate professionals for much of my career, and I am elated to have joined the leading real estate education provider in Ohio. I am excited for the opportunity to share my industry experience and knowledge. With a superb team and a stronger offering than any other provider, Hondros will continue to lead the way.”

In his new role at Hondros College, RJ will lead the company’s strategic growth within Ohio while managing the team, energizing the organizational culture and building relationships that drive his passion for the profession.

“RJ is the perfect leader for Hondros College. He has a natural ability to genuinely connect with students, professionals and partners while reinforcing our company values and inspiring support in the community,” said Tina Lapp, Head of Local Brands at Colibri Real Estate, the parent company of Hondros College. “The continued growth and care of Hondros College is in good hands with RJ.”

Billings has held previous roles in business development, sales, management, human resources and strategic growth, including roles with another real estate education provider and the Cincinnati Board of Realtors. He chaired the Ohio REALTORS tech committee, volunteers at the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati Battered Women’s Shelter and coaches at Dews Elite. Billings is an active member of the National Association of REALTORS and is focused on diversity in leadership and equity in real estate. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Mount St. Joseph University in Business Administration, Management, Operations and Marketing.

Billings’ mother received her real estate license from Hondros in 2002, and his wife Sadie Billings was one of the first individuals in Ohio to complete the Hondros online real estate program.

Billings continued, “I am looking forward to building a better future for people in an industry that I have such a huge passion for, an industry that’s centered around impacting lives in a positive way.”

About Hondros College

Educating over one million real estate, appraisal, mortgage, insurance, and home inspection students via classroom, livestream and online courses, Hondros College has been a leader in adult education over the last 50 years. Whether it’s pre-licensing and exam prep solutions, post-licensing or continuing education courses, Hondros College is committed to ensuring student success through their entire education experience. Hondros College is part of Colibri Group, an education company comprised of elite brands that provide learning solutions to licensed professionals. For more information, visit http://www.hondros.com/.