Luxury Team Bryce and Kirby Joined Hilton & Hyland
Top-producing agents Bryce Lowe and Kirby Gillon have moved their practice to the historic Los Angeles brokerage firm.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Residential
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Bryce Lowe and Kirby Gillon have joined the Hilton & Hyland brokerage as part of a firm expansion following Forward One Real Estate's 2026 acquisition of the brand's intellectual property. The move brings a high-performing team to a firm currently looking to scale its Los Angeles agent count.
Why it matters
The transition marks a notable shift in the luxury real estate market as Hilton & Hyland attempts to regain its prominence under new ownership. For luxury buyers and sellers, this indicates a consolidation of top-tier talent and resources around some of the city's most expensive residential listings.
The Bryce & Kirby team achieved $193.2 million in sales volume during 2025, a track record they bring to a firm currently managing high-profile listings like the $65 million estate at 1859 Bel Air Road and the $35 million property at 615 North Faring Road.
The players
Bryce Lowe
A luxury real estate professional who serves as president of Bryce & Kirby Luxury Estates.
Kirby Gillon
A luxury real estate professional who serves as president of Bryce & Kirby Luxury Estates.
Hilton & Hyland
A prominent Los Angeles brokerage firm known for handling high-end residential luxury properties.
Forward One Real Estate
The current owner of the Hilton & Hyland intellectual property after a 2026 acquisition.
Lori Hyland
A former leader of Hilton & Hyland who has since exited the firm.
The details
Forward One Real Estate acquired the intellectual property of the Hilton & Hyland brand earlier in 2026, leading to a restructuring that saw approximately 20 agents transition their licenses. Lowe and Gillon are now tasked with helping the firm expand its footprint to a target of 100 to 150 agents. This shift follows significant leadership turnover at the brokerage, including the departure of former president David Kramer and managing director Steve Katz.
Timeline
2018 marked a previous period when Hilton & Hyland reached a headcount of 100-150 agents.
2024 saw the departure of former president David Kramer.
2025 was the year the Bryce & Kirby team generated $193.2 million in sales.
January 2026 was when managing director Steve Katz exited the firm.
Summer 2026 saw 20 agents move their licenses to Forward One.
The Home Front
This move represents a direct follow-up to the corporate restructuring initiated by the 2026 Forward One Real Estate acquisition of Hilton & Hyland. The brokerage is actively attempting to rebuild its agent force to match the headcount levels it maintained during its 2018 peak.
If you are currently evaluating luxury brokers for a high-end listing in Los Angeles, you should verify which agents are currently handling property portfolios at major firms. Keep in mind that brand ownership transitions can impact the support team and marketing reach available for luxury homes.
The takeaway
The arrival of the Bryce & Kirby team is a key indicator of Hilton & Hyland's strategy to restore its status as a top-tier Los Angeles brokerage. Sellers of high-value properties should continue to track firm stability and agent retention when selecting a listing partner.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Real Deal New York.
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