Kristel to Lead Next Phase of Growth and Innovation in Property Technology
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, November 2025 – Inhabit, a leading provider of software solutions for the residential and short-term property management industries, has announced the appointment of John Kristel as Chief Executive Officer. Kristel, who has served as President and interim CEO since earlier this year, will now assume the role of permanent CEO effective immediately.
“John has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic clarity, and a deep commitment to our mission, customers and employees during his time as interim CEO, which is no surprise given his successful track record in a number of executive roles over the years,” said Ross Croley, Chairman of the Board at Inhabit. “The Board has full confidence in John’s ability to lead Inhabit into its next phase of growth, innovation, and customer success.”
Kristel brings decades of executive experience in technology and operations. Under his interim leadership, Inhabit has accelerated product innovation, strengthened client relationships, and expanded its market presence across the property technology ecosystem.
“I’m honored to continue leading this incredible team,” said John Kristel. “Inhabit is uniquely positioned to transform the property technology landscape, and I look forward to building on our momentum to deliver even greater value to our clients and partners.”
Kristel’s appointment follows several strategic leadership hires at Inhabit this year, including Kent Norton as Chief Technology Officer, Joe Turitz as General Counsel, and Sofia Rossato as Executive Vice President / Managing Director of the Short-Term Rental Division — further strengthening Inhabit’s executive bench as it enters a new era of growth.
About Inhabit
Inhabit is a global PropTech software company serving over 5 million units in the residential and short-term property management industries. With a workforce of more than 1,500 employees, Inhabit delivers best-in-class software solutions, fosters innovation and collaboration, and builds strategic partnerships with property managers and industry leaders worldwide.
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