Gretchen Coley

Gretchen Coley is a trailblazer in the luxury real estate market, recognized for her unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience. As the Founding Principal of Compass North Carolina and leader of The Coley Group, the #1 Compass team in the Triangle, Gretchen has facilitated over 3,000 successful transactions, amassing more than $2 billion in sales. Her success is built on concierge-level service, innovative marketing, and video storytelling that elevate the real estate journey. At the heart of her work is a simple but powerful mission: showing Raleigh's best and ensuring her clients experience the very best of the city through every real estate decision.

With more than 25 years of experience, Gretchen has built an unparalleled reputation in real estate. Her collaborations with builders and developers have shaped entire communities, from initial land acquisition to the strategic marketing of homes. Known for her vision and foresight, she takes pride in guiding clients and industry professionals alike through every stage of the process, creating long-term success for buyers, sellers, and investors.

As Founder and CEO of Best of Raleigh, a curated lifestyle platform, Gretchen extends her passion for Raleigh beyond real estate. What began as a podcast has grown into a digital destination showcasing Raleigh's best businesses, experiences, and people. Through storytelling and trusted recommendations, Best of Raleigh helps residents and newcomers alike discover how to live well in the Triangle. This platform, alongside her real estate work, reflects Gretchen's belief that showing Raleigh's best goes far beyond homes, it's about celebrating community, lifestyle, and connection.

A dedicated wife and mother of three children currently attending college across the country (from Stanford University to UNC Wilmington and NC State) Gretchen has connections that span from Silicon Valley to the heart of Raleigh.

Her commitment to North Carolina extends into public service through her appointment to the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, where she contributes her insight and leadership to the state's continued growth.

Gretchen also serves in leadership roles such as President of Women of Compass for the Southeast Region and Past Board Member of RRAR's Realtor Giving Network. Her work with these and other organizations underscores her passion for giving back, fostering community, and championing Raleigh as not just a place to live but a place to thrive.