Tech-driven real estate platform Compass announced yesterday it will launch an international sports and entertainment division.

Compass Global Sports and Entertainment Division will focus on the specialized needs of professional athletes and entertainers in an increasingly connected global market through a custom high-tech and high-touch approach. The division was inspired in part by Compass Founder and Executive Chairman Ori Allon, who co-owns Israel’s Hapoel Jerusalem basketball team with NBA star Amare Stoudemire.

Compass Real Estate has offices in Boston, New York City, The Hamptons, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C. and Aspen.

“Owning a professional basketball team and working closely with the players gave me unique insights into their career-driven lifestyles. They may wake up one day in one city, only to learn they need to quickly move to another city with their entire family,” Allon said in a statement. “A well-informed agent who really understands their situation can be a huge time and energy saver for them – so they can focus on being their best.”

Kofi Nartey will play an integral role in creating the first true national network of offices and agents to assist this clientele. As the former managing director of the sports and entertainment division at the agency, Kofi brings more than 13 years of industry-leading experience to the company, having worked with numerous high-profile clients including Kevin Durant, Candace Parker, Iggy Azalea, Derek Fisher and Michael Jordan. Kofi says he looks forward to taking the successful model he built at his previous firm, and expanding it through Compass’ national platform.