HousingWire, the nation’s leading news source for the U.S. housing economy, announced Jennifer Watson Laws (pic, below) as its new national sales director.

Watson Laws brings over 18 years of experience in advertising and marketing to the company. Before coming to HousingWire, Watson Laws worked at The Wall Street Journal for 11 years. She has extensive experience as a sales executive, her career spanning digital, print and out-of-home platforms.

“I am thrilled to be joining HousingWire at such an exciting time,” Watson Laws said. “As a digital first publication, HousingWire is well positioned in the marketplace to continue to be an industry leader for both our readers and advertising partners.”

“I look forward to leading the sales team and delivering superior results to our clients,” she said.

Watson Laws will now be responsible for managing the sales department and will lead all sales and business development efforts. She will also work closely with HousingWire’s executive team on the development and implementation of new products and solutions as the company continue to move markets forward.

“Jennifer is a highly experienced and knowledgeable media sales leader,” HousingWire CEO Clayton Collins said. “Her expertise and leadership will help HousingWire continue to innovate and ensure our clients achieve and surpass objectives.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer to the HousingWire team,” Collins said. “Jennifer has an incredible background and has a clear passion for helping clients and developing team members.”