BAR Committees
REALTOR® Party Workgroup
The REALTOR® Party is a powerful alliance of REALTORS® and REALTOR® Associations working to advance public policies and candidates that build strong communities, protect property interests, and promote a vibrant business environment. VOTE. ACT. INVEST.

Kevin Sargent
Chair

Lori King
Vice-Chair
Members
Ashlynn West
Brian Freeman
Howard Whatley
Jinida Holt
Kia Strickland
Marteissa Mauldin
Tyler Whitten
2023 Advocacy Advisory Group
Advocate for real property rights, homeownership, economic development, real estate investment, fair and attainable housing, and a strong economy.

Hal Tillman
Chair

Leah Luker
Vice-Chair
Members
Erle P. Morring
Kyle Forstman
Marcus Brown
Rosalyn Johnson
Shelley Watkins
Diversity and Fair Housing
To promote inclusion and understanding across all strata of society: racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, socio-economic status and geographic area. Highlight the purpose of Fair Housing, by partnering with organizations that champion fair housing.

Mechelle S. Wilder
Chair

Scott W. Ford
Vice-Chair
Members
Gladys Carter
Jamie Miller
John Vereen
Jinida Holt
Kia Strickland
Kristina Knowles
Liliana Perez
Lisandra Hernandez
Natoria Prince
Phyllis W Connell
Zashnetta Wilson
Community Affairs Work Group
To promote involvement in the community through sponsorship of community events and acts of service in the community.

Brandon E. Smith
Chair

Ann V. March
Vice-Chair
Members
Dawn Penfield
Darius Jackson
Erin Franklin
Jeannie Smith
Katrina Page
Kia Strickland
Marteissa Mauldin
Melissa Hand
Natoria Prince
Roxanne Hale
Zashnetta Wilson
Central Alabama Global Alliance
The Central Alabama Global Alliance is a REALTOR® driven business development collaboration educating and connecting global businesses through strong communication, networking opportunities, and innovative technologies. The Central Alabama Global Alliance is responsible for the annual Global Business Summit.

John F. Ocampo
Chair

Freddy Guerra
Vice-Chair
Members
Jinida Holt
Paul J. Holley
Phyllis W. Connell
Stephanie R. Reese
Collaboration Advisory Group
Foster cooperation, inclusion, and business relationships by offering networking and community involvement opportunities. This advisory group will provide direction and support of BAR’s strategic plan for the following Workgroups and Task Forces: Member Benefits and Services Workgroup, Golf Tournament Task Force, BAR Sports Night, Birmingham Commercial REALTORS® Council (BCRC), Central Alabama Global Alliance (CAGA), Silent Angels Trustees, REALTOR®Fest/Awards Program Task Force, Young Professionals Network (YPN).

Ted McLaughlin
Chair

John David Terpo
Vice-Chair
Members
Katina Boone
Donna M. Dunn
Melissa Hand
Marteissa Mauldin
Richard Sluznis
BAR Sports Night
Help with creating event’s overall goal by providing feedback on venue and sponsorship packages.

Stacy DeVoe
Chair

Mary Steadman
Vice-Chair
Members
Alicia Anderson
Darius Jackson
John Waggoner
Katrina Page
Mary Caufield
Rebekkah Kimani
Richard Sluznis
Birmingham Commercial REALTORS® Council (BCRC)
BCRC is responsible for increasing the value of BAR's commercial offerings and membership.

Grayson Glaze
Co-Chair

Matthew Jaeger
Co-Chair

Terrelle Major
Vice-Chair
Members
Joshua Bullock
LaTonya Butler
Lyndsy Yim
Sandi Johnson
BAR Golf Tournament
Secure sponsors and teams by phone call and email outreach, promote event by sharing information and inviting people to event via social media and networking, and attend/volunteer at event as needed.

David Lucas
Co-Chair

Peggy Lucas
Co-Chair

Kim Lucas
Vice-Chair
Members
Mary Caufield
Frances Knox
Theresa Fancher
John Waggoner
Zashnetta Wilson
Member Benefits & Services Workgroup
Will create successful quarterly predetermined BAR events; Governmental Affairs Forum, REALTORFest, AAR Election Food Truck, Global Economic Summit, and semi-annual broker breakfasts.

TJ Westmoreland-Mahan
Chair

Erle P. Morring
Vice-Chair
Members
Jamie Miller
Melissa Hand
Patricia Stone
Shontia Brown
Susan Shelton Glenn
Tundra Pippens
Silent Angels Trustees
To ensure our members are aware that Silent Angels is here to assist them through difficult times and that the program has adequate funds to meet the needs of our membership.

Faith Harper
Chair
Members
Dawn Penfield
Dianne Merritt
Donnie Hale
Gladys Carter
Janet Hamm
Jennifer Drake
Shontia Brown
Tyler Whitten
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
YPN connects professionals new to the real estate industry and help them to become more business savvy by hosting regular networking events, communicating with other YPN members, and sharing tips and tricks!

Joy Stanley
Chair

LaTonya Butler
Vice-Chair
Members
Aaliyah Williams
Angel Kimmons
Brandon E. Smith
Bryant Turner
Cameron Jennings
Frances Anderson
Jessica Daviston
Jessica Gilmore
John David Terpo
Jordan Lusk
Joshua Bullock
Kayla Ancelet
Lauren Shaw
Raymond Ervin
Samuel Harvey
Savannah Johnson
Stephanie Estrada
Stephen Standridge
Tracey Howard
Leadership Academy Trustees Workgroup
To develop "leaders of the future" for the benefit of the REALTOR®, the Association, and the community; and to empower real estate professionals to expand their horizons as they learn to maximize their personal & professional growth.

Janet Hamm
Co-Chair

Terrelle Major
Co-Chair

Jason Fiveash
Vice-Chair
Members
Alicia Anderson
Amanda G. Parker
Chelsea Musser
Donnie Hale
Heath Anderson
Julie White
LaRonda Ford
Marilyn Dumpson
Rachel M. Garrett
Sheneka Hall
Education Advisory Group
To enhance REALTORS® personal and professional development through quality education and to provide direction and support of BAR’s strategic plan for the following Workgroups and Task Forces: Technology and MLS Training Workgroup and Leadership Academy Trustees.

Ginny Willis
Chair

Lebron Little
Vice-Chair
Members
Chelsea Musser
Donna M. Dunn
Erika Rice
Janet Hamm
Jason Fiveash
Katina Boone
Katrina Page
Kyle Forstman
Roxanne Hale
Shannon Malcom
Shandi White
Sheneka Hall
Soheila Page
Tundra Pippens
Grievance Committee
To promote and uphold professionalism within the membership, in accordance with the Code of Ethics, to elevate the business of members and to protect the REALTOR brand. Committee will determine if complaint moves forward to a hearing with the Professional Standards Committee based on the Code of Ethics and processes as defined by the National Association of REALTORS. Must attend annual Professional Standards training provided by BAR.

Larry Read
Chair

Devin Decker
Vice-Chair
Members
Kayla Ancelet
Heath Anderson
Lakeshia Armstead
Karen Black
Jana Clark
Kasondra Crews
Stacy DeVoe
Alan Drinkard
Theresa Fancher
LaRonda Ford
Betsy French
Richard Jacks
Frances Knox
Warren Kuntz
Deborah Larson
Shannon Malcom
Dianne Merritt
Sandra Mills
Amanda Parker
Adam Ray
Joyce L. Silmon Horton
Jonathan Sims
Tanya Smith
Judy Stiff
Texie Warnick
Howard Whatley
Shandi White
Shannon Wilks
Professional Standards Committee
Attend Professional Standards training. Must be able to attend panels on Fridays when applicable and maintain non-biased professionalism while respecting strict confidentiality of the case. *Must have two years’ experience on the Grievance Committee.

Ann March
Chair

Roz Johnson
VIce Chair
Members
Kimberly Benefield
LaSharn Calhoun
Phyllis Connell
Faith Harper
Gaither Little
Jason Marquis
Patricia Stone
TJ Westmoreland-Mahan
Ginny Willis
Chris Wood
Why participate? Many of the most successful REALTORS® and Affiliate members throughout central Alabama find that serving on a BAR Committee or other workgroup is key to their ability to form productive working relationships, develop their leadership skills, and obtain cutting-edge industry information. To apply, click the “Committees” tab through your BAR portal and click “Volunteer” by the 2023 Committee Application. Please rank your top three preferences beginning with your #1 pick!