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.
Lori King
Chair
Austin Freeman
Vice-Chair
Members
Cardell Davis
Jessica McKnight
William Ray
Sloane Rhoden
Sharon Smith
2024 Advocacy Advisory Group
Advocate for real property rights, homeownership, economic development, real estate investment, fair and attainable housing, and a strong economy.
Leah Luker
Chair
Kyle Fortsman
Vice Chair
Members
Pamela Armistead
David Hunter
Kristina Knowles
Natrina Lawson
Brian Lewis
Shannon Malcom
Yulanda Ravizee
Marchetta Walton
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.
Scott W. Ford
Chair
Liliana Perez
Vice-Chair
Members
Tony Alvarez
Karina Barone
Dion Bartley
Lindsey Evans
Luciana Guin
Ashleigh Jones
Natrina Lawson
Shannon Malcom
Jamie Miller
Regina Mumford
Cecilia Pintos Saldivia
Jovanna Smith
John Vereen
Marchetta Walton
Mechelle Wilder
Community Affairs Work Group
To promote involvement in the community through sponsorship of community events and acts of service in the community.
Ann V. March
Chair
Erin Franklin
Vice-Chair
Members
Melanie Clough
Luciana Guin
Roxanne Hale
Darius Jackson
Deb Long
Tundra Pippens
Brandon Smith
Jovanna Smith
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.
Freddy Guerra
Chair
Stephanie Reese
Vice-Chair
Members
Melanie Clough
Cindy Dyer
Luis Chaverri Mejias
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).
John David Terpo
Chair
Devin Decker
Vice-Chair
Members
Varonica Udeh
Birmingham Commercial REALTORS® Council (BCRC)
BCRC is responsible for increasing the value of BAR's commercial offerings and membership.
Terrelle Major
Chair
Pam Reaves
Vice-Chair
Members
LaRonda Ford
Veronica Peterson
Bernardo Targett
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.
Kim Lucas
Chair
Bryant Turner
Vice-Chair
Members
Jennifer Hemstreet
Kyle Sherrell
Stephen Warrington
David Watts
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.
Erle P. Morring
Chair
Sharon Wilson
Vice-Chair
Members
Joshua Kirk
Adrianne McCray
Eileen Watkins
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
LaSharn Calhoun
Chloe Lehner
Alexia McCall
Stephanie McCrory
Keith Smith
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
Chair
Brandon Smith
Vice-Chair
Members
Alicia Anderson
Amanda Creel
Amanda Parker
Julie White
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.
Lebron Little
Chair
Sheneka Hall
Vice-Chair
Members
Marilyn Dumpson
Leigh Ann Farrington
Brandi Feagin
Mahnaz Jahanbakhsh
Bob Kuykendall
Jacquese Reese
Jasmine Rhodes
Erika Rice
Kimberly Smith
Tina Tyus
Jason Will
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.
Karen Black
Chair
Betsy French
Vice-Chair
Members
Heath Anderson
Gracie Barnhill
Chrysanthia R. Cottrell
Dianne Cox
Devin Decker
Stacy DeVoe
LaRonda Ford
Edward E. Harris
Michael Houle
Richard Jacks
Frances Knox
Debbie Larson
Shannon Malcom
Jamie Miller
Sandy Mills
Holly Moody
Lauren Murphree
Bonnie Poticny
Adam Ray
William H. Shute Jr.
Tandi Smith
Bobby Shane Stephens
Rosemary Weed
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.
Roz Johnson
Chair
TJ Westmoreland
Vice-Chair
Members
LaSharn Calhoun
Jana Clark
Phyllis Connell
Joyce Silmon Horton
Warren Kuntz
Lebron Little
John Patrick Lynch
Ann March
Larry Read
Aaron Sims
Howard Whatley
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 2024 Committee Application.
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