SumnerBaird | SeaGlass names Denise Hare managing broker of new Hertford office

SumnerBaird | SeaGlass has opened a new Hertford office and tapped Denise Hare to lead it, expanding the company’s footprint in Northeastern North Carolina. The move adds local leadership for clients across the Albemarle region and Outer Banks while linking the office to the firm’s broader network of resources.

Why it matters: - The Hertford office expands SumnerBaird | SeaGlass deeper into Northeastern North Carolina. - The new location gives clients in the Albemarle region and Outer Banks access to local brokerage support backed by a wider regional network. - The hire places an experienced local leader in charge of the company’s growth in the area.

What happened: - SumnerBaird | SeaGlass named Denise Hare managing broker of its new Hertford office. - The office is now open. - The company said the office serves Hertford, Edenton, Perquimans County, Chowan County and surrounding communities. - The announcement was issued Sept. 23, 2026.

The details: - Hare brings 20 years of real estate experience. - Hare also brings generational knowledge of the region. - As managing broker, Hare will oversee the Hertford office. - Hare will continue advising buyers, sellers and property owners throughout the region. - Hare will recruit and support advisors as the firm expands across Northeastern North Carolina. - The office connects clients to SumnerBaird | SeaGlass marketing, technology and referral resources. - The office also connects clients to the broader SeaGlass network. - SumnerBaird | SeaGlass operates offices in Washington, Wilmington and Hertford. - The company is affiliated with the SeaGlass Properties franchise network. - The company serves Coastal North Carolina. - More information is available at sumnerbaird.com

Between the lines: - The hire signals that SumnerBaird | SeaGlass is prioritizing local relationships as it grows. - John Jesso framed the selection of Hare as a leadership decision tied to trust and regional familiarity. - Hare’s background suggests the company wants a broker who can combine neighborhood knowledge with firmwide resources.

What's next: - Hare is expected to lead the office while building the local team. - SumnerBaird | SeaGlass will likely use the Hertford location as a base for broader expansion in the Albemarle area. - The company says the local office will help keep service rooted in the community while extending its reach.

The bottom line: - SumnerBaird | SeaGlass is betting that local experience and a new Hertford office will help it grow across Northeastern North Carolina.