Shayne Fairley
Chief Executive Officer
About Us
Universal Consulting Opportunities (UCO) is built by MLS experts who have walked your path and understand the unique challenges of scaling real estate technology. Serving North America and U.S. Territories, our team brings over 100 years of combined MLS experience and a proven record of 11 successful MLS integrations.
Whether you’re developing tools for brokers and agents or building innovative consumer experiences, UCO delivers MLS expertise, trusted data, and dedicated support to help you succeed — all
backed by Stellar MLS, one of the nation’s largest and most trusted multiple listing services.
Backed by
Stellar MLS
100+ years of combined MLS experience
11 successful MLS integrations
Clarity Where It's Needed Most
Tailored strategies that cut through uncertainty and give your MLS a clear path forward.
Efficiency That Lasts
Streamlined rules, systems, and governance that reduce hidden costs and strengthen operations.
Alignment You Can Trust
A phased, peer-driven approach that builds buy-in and eases tough transitions.
Solutions Proven in Practice
Many successful integrations and decades of operational leadership inform every recommendation.
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Meet the UCO Leadership Team
Merri Jo Cowen
Chief Vision Officer & Executive Vice President of Subsidiaries
Kelly Calley
Director of Operations
Jenna Parkany
Marketing Manager
North America & US Territories
Jennifer Thompson-Kersting
Chief Growth & Relationship Officer
Chris Lumia
Director of Business Development
Global
Marion Weiler
SVP of Marketing, Communications, and Global Markets
Elizabeth "Beth" Kinsella
Global Relationship & Research Manager
Dr. Mathew Kallumadil
SVP of Technology, Innovation, and Global Markets
