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Texas Association of Real Estate Brokers - TAREB - 66th Annual Conference Souvenir Journal

Welcome to the 66th Annual Conference 2023 of TAREB -Texas Association of Real Estate Brokers hosted in Westlake, Texas, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex! This Souvenir Journal is a keepsake document that reflects the spirit of REALTIST! Enjoy the photos, session descriptions, and bios of the keynote speakers of this amazing event! We look forward to your attendance, membership and partnership and thank you for your commitment to Democracy in Housing!

Welcome to the 66th Annual Conference 2023 of TAREB -Texas Association of Real Estate Brokers hosted in Westlake, Texas, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex! This Souvenir Journal is a keepsake document that reflects the spirit of REALTIST! Enjoy the photos, session descriptions, and bios of the keynote speakers of this amazing event! We look forward to your attendance, membership and partnership and thank you for your commitment to Democracy in Housing!

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Kimberley Barnes-Henson, President


Greetings REALTIST® and Friends,<br />

It is with great enthusiasm I welcome you to the <strong>TAREB</strong> <strong>66th</strong><br />

<strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Conference</strong> at the Marriott Westlake by way <strong>of</strong> the<br />

great city <strong>of</strong> Fort Worth. Fort Worth is known for its historic<br />

Stockyards and Sundance Square District, both highlight its<br />

rich southern history and hospitality. Please take the time to<br />

visit some <strong>of</strong> the city’s attractions, restaurants, and shops.<br />

<strong>TAREB</strong> works through partnerships with local and state<br />

businesses and like-minded organizations which help<br />

promote fair housing and assist its local chapters in<br />

providing meaningful events and opportunities to service<br />

members and provide information to consumers. <strong>TAREB</strong>’s<br />

annual conference was born out <strong>of</strong> this directive. As<br />

REALTIST® we create opportunities to accomplish the mission so that when one door closes,<br />

we are prepared to pivot!<br />

Change can be scary, but it also signifies the hope <strong>of</strong> something new. Let this be the year <strong>of</strong><br />

new beginnings. Our mission remains the same Democracy in Housing, but how we arrive at<br />

our goal must stay fluid, strategic and progressive. “Taking a New Direction to Reach New<br />

Heights” in achieving Black wealth through home ownership is what this year’s conference<br />

agenda reflects. Business development innovations, marketing trends, industry changes<br />

affecting your business now and into the future are a few <strong>of</strong> the building blocks you will find at<br />

the conference this year to strengthen your capabilities and move you in the direction <strong>of</strong><br />

success.<br />

I want to give a resounding expression <strong>of</strong> gratitude to our conference Chair Lora L. Washington<br />

and her dedicated team who worked tirelessly to bring the vision to fruition. I hope that you<br />

will enjoy the robust agenda <strong>of</strong> classes, break-out sessions, networking opportunities, vendors<br />

display, the Top 20 Gala and Scholarship awards program and the finale, Community Day. We<br />

are the Premier Network <strong>of</strong> Black <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essionals and so I echo our national President<br />

Lydia Pope, “lets pledge to share our perspectives, support each other, and move forward a<br />

dedicated team <strong>of</strong> diversified partners who never give up on our unified purpose!<br />

In the REALTIST® Spirit,<br />

Kimberly Barnes-Henson<br />

Kimberley Barnes-Henson<br />

<strong>TAREB</strong> President<br />

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Greetings to all REALTIST® members, conference attendees and real estate pr<strong>of</strong>essionals,<br />

We extend a warm <strong>Texas</strong> welcome to the <strong>66th</strong> Annal <strong>Conference</strong> from the <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> (<strong>TAREB</strong>) Board <strong>of</strong> Directors. You are in for a treat!<br />

Enter the conference and feel empowered, expanding your knowledge as you step into your<br />

destiny loaded with information to navigate the ever changing market and hurdles facing the real<br />

estate industry today. <strong>TAREB</strong> aims to assist its members with the latest updates and training to<br />

serve their clients on a higher level to make an impact.<br />

The Board <strong>of</strong> Directors work in unity across the State <strong>of</strong> <strong>Texas</strong> with its local chapters to promote<br />

"Democracy in Housing" and to demolish the wealth gap and systemic barriers to homeownership.<br />

It is our prayer that you leave the conference with supersized insight, deeper networks and greater<br />

confidence knowing "Everything's BIGGER in <strong>Texas</strong>" and that we support you. Your<br />

attendance is sincerely appreciated and we look forward to your success.<br />

In the REALTIST® Spirit,<br />

Terri Attaway<br />

Terri Attaway<br />

<strong>TAREB</strong> Board Chair<br />

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The National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong>, Inc.<br />

Greetings REALTIST® Family,<br />

It is with great pleasure that I bring you greetings on behalf<br />

<strong>of</strong> the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> as your<br />

President-Elect.<br />

Congratulations to the <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong><br />

<strong>Brokers</strong> as you celebrate your <strong>66th</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Conference</strong>. As a <strong>Texas</strong> REALTIST® and<br />

a past <strong>TAREB</strong> President, it gives me great pride to greet and welcome each <strong>of</strong> you.<br />

"Taking a New Direction to Reach New Heights" is our theme and mantra for this week.<br />

Under the direction <strong>of</strong> our State President, Kimberley Barnes-Henson, and the <strong>TAREB</strong><br />

Board <strong>of</strong> Directors I am certain that this theme will be personified throughout the<br />

conference as we experience enlightening training and meaningful networking<br />

opportunities.<br />

As REALTISTS®, it is our duty and diligence to continue the fight and provide wealthbuilding<br />

opportunities for African Americans, and to increase the rate <strong>of</strong><br />

homeownership. Our conferences serve as opportunities for us to recharge and retool to<br />

continue our mission. I am grateful that you are here, and I am confident you will enjoy<br />

your time with us.<br />

In the REALTIST® Sprit,<br />

Courtney Johnson Rose<br />

Courtney Johnson Rose, Ph.D.<br />

President-Elect<br />

National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong>, Inc.<br />

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On behalf <strong>of</strong> the Town Council, staff, and residents, I would<br />

like to welcome you all to the Town <strong>of</strong> Westlake. It is our<br />

pleasure to host your <strong>66th</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong><br />

<strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> conference here at the Marriott. Westlake<br />

remains one <strong>of</strong> the most pioneering communities in the<br />

country. From the highest development standards <strong>of</strong> a<br />

meticulously master-planned community to the highly soughtafter<br />

Westlake Academy, residents and visitors alike have<br />

come to expect the absolute best from our Town.<br />

The Town <strong>of</strong> Westlake is in the rapidly growing Dallas/Fort<br />

Worth metropolitan area, just twenty-three miles from the<br />

heart <strong>of</strong> Fort Worth, thirty miles from Downtown Dallas, and<br />

eleven miles from DFW International Airport. Momentum for<br />

Westlake’s unique character has been established by a<br />

perfect mixture <strong>of</strong> residential and commercial development.<br />

This approach has demonstrated an alternative to typical<br />

suburban development through quality site design, building form, and environmental sensitivity.<br />

Named one <strong>of</strong> the most affluent communities in the country, Westlake continues to move forward<br />

in the vision inspired by its founders. The community is Distinctive by Design and is one <strong>of</strong> the<br />

most highly regarded communities, not only in DFW, but the entire state <strong>of</strong> <strong>Texas</strong>.<br />

We cannot thank you enough for choosing to spend your time here in Westlake this week.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Sean Kilbride<br />

Mayor Sean Kilbride<br />

Town <strong>of</strong> Westlake<br />

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Terri Attaway, Chair<br />

Teresa Scott Tibbs, Vice Chair<br />

Andrea Cooksey<br />

Madge Day<br />

Felicia Guidry<br />

Renee Harris<br />

Cheryl Jenkins<br />

Marla Lewis<br />

Bobbye Mills<br />

Shirley Neal<br />

Stephen Lewis<br />

Sylvia Lewis<br />

Roselita Lucas<br />

Deborah Sonneshine<br />

LOCAL BOARD PRESIDENTS<br />

Austin – Jonna Haynes - LaGrone<br />

Dallas – Stephen Lewis<br />

Fort Worth – Terri Attaway<br />

Houston – Felicia Guidry<br />

North <strong>Texas</strong> – Lora L. Washington<br />

San Antonio – Brian Paris<br />

East <strong>Texas</strong> – DeLores Arline<br />

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Special<br />

Bishop Marvin L. Sapp is a passionate orator and biblical teacher, who desires to be a<br />

living epistle glorifying our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ both in word and deed who is the<br />

Co-Founder <strong>of</strong> Lighthouse Full Life Center Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan and the<br />

Senior Pastor <strong>of</strong> The Chosen Vessel Cathedral in Fort Worth, <strong>Texas</strong> as well as the Asst.<br />

Presiding Bishop <strong>of</strong> the Global United Fellowship, which consists <strong>of</strong> 2200 churches in<br />

22 countries. Many say his voice is instantly recognizable with a characteristically<br />

raspy ringing with power and authority as he masterfully illustrates with excellence<br />

the Word <strong>of</strong> God. Not only is his delivery exemplary, but his knowledge <strong>of</strong> the<br />

historical text brings to life the message <strong>of</strong> hope & and healing.<br />

“Not a singer that happens to preach, but a Preacher called<br />

by God who is gifted to sing.”<br />

Singing since age four, he has shared the stage with many gospel notables and his<br />

gift is celebrated across musical genres. He began singing with the gospel group<br />

Commissioned in 1990. In 1996, God led him to go solo. He released his first CD<br />

“Marvin Sapp”, then Grace and Mercy”, then his CDs were as follows: "Nothing<br />

Else Matters”, “I Believe”, “Diary Of A Psalmist”, “Be Exalted”, “Thirsty”, “Here I<br />

Am”, “I Win” and in 2013 he released his Christmas Card CD that featured his three<br />

children. The backdrop for the CD “I Win” came from him mitigating the pain <strong>of</strong> the loss <strong>of</strong> his wife through<br />

conversations with God. The title “Here I Am” for gospel star Marvin Sapp is more than a little ironic when one<br />

considers that, “Never Would Have Made It” from his 2007 release “Thirsty” has been among the most ubiquitous<br />

gospel and R&B songs. According to Billboard, Marvin Sapp single “Best In Me” matched the 2008 peak <strong>of</strong> his<br />

seminal “Never Would Have Made It.” The mega-selling “Never Would Have Made It” held the #1 slot on Gospel and<br />

R&B radio for over a full year; topped the Urban AC chart (the first to do so since Yolanda Adams’ “Open My Heart”)<br />

and has the top selling ringtone and ring back (2 million sales), and propelled “Thirsty” to the top <strong>of</strong> the gospel charts<br />

for 28 weeks. But for the 13-time Grammy Award nominee and celebrated pastor, Marvin Sapp, being dragged to the<br />

depths <strong>of</strong> his grief and drowning was never an option. Following the loss <strong>of</strong> his beloved wife <strong>of</strong> 18 years to cancer,<br />

preceded by the untimely deaths <strong>of</strong> his biological father, spiritual father, and musical mentor; Sapp still had three<br />

children (Marvin II, MiKaila, and Madisson) to raise, an influential church to run, entrepreneurial ventures and a<br />

thriving musical career to maintain. He poured his swirling emotions into his craft, crediting the cathartic creative<br />

process with the release <strong>of</strong> his stunning revelatory decree You Shall Live. You Shall Live, featuring the hit radio single<br />

Yes You Can, was released on June 2, 2015. His eleventh album Close was released on September 29, 2017. On<br />

October 9, 2020, his twelfth album entitled Chosen Vessel was released with the number 1 single “Thank You For It<br />

All”. In 2020, he also established Elev8 Entertainment & Media LLC, a global media and entertainment conglomerate<br />

which is comprised <strong>of</strong> recording, film, and television featuring artists such as Jamar The Prince, Chosen Vessel which<br />

Worship and Arts, and himself, just to name a few. On June 10, 2022, he released his latest album entitled Substance<br />

features the single “All In Your Hands”. On August 21, 2022, a biopic about his life that he was the executive producer<br />

and co-writer <strong>of</strong>, which is entitled NEVER WOULD HAVE MADE IT: THE MARVIN SAPP STORY, was featured on TV<br />

One & Cleo TV.<br />

Bishop Sapp is a multiplatinum selling artist who has enjoyed a decorated music career receiving 13 Grammy<br />

nominations, 24 Stellar Awards, 2 Soul Train Music Awards, 2 BET Awards, 4 Dove Awards, 8 BMI songwriter’s awards<br />

for sales, Black Music Honors Gospel Music Icon Award along with many other accolades and honors from national,<br />

regional, and local institutions.<br />

“Not Complacent, yet pressing towards the mark”<br />

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Bishop Sapp has been honored and recognized for his pr<strong>of</strong>essional and philanthropic efforts in his home city, Grand<br />

Rapids, Michigan. He received the city’s highest African American honor, Giant <strong>of</strong> Giants Award, as well as the<br />

Frederick Douglas Award from the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> Negro and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Women’s Club. He is an<br />

established author <strong>of</strong> eight books. The seventh book is titled “Recreation” and the eighth book is titled “Suitable”<br />

which were both released July 2018. He is also an entrepreneur illustrating success in various areas <strong>of</strong> business.<br />

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Guests<br />

Ms. Opal Lee Known as the “Grandmother <strong>of</strong> Juneteenth,” Ms. Opal Lee was<br />

present on June 17, 2021, when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth<br />

National Independence Day Act bill that established June 19 or "Juneteenth"<br />

a federal holiday. Ms. Lee said on that day, “Now we can celebrate freedom<br />

from the 19th <strong>of</strong> June to the 4th <strong>of</strong> July!”<br />

Opal Lee was born in Marshal, <strong>Texas</strong> in 1926 and moved to Fort Worth, <strong>Texas</strong><br />

in 1937. At the age <strong>of</strong> 12 her family’s home was destroyed on June 19, 1939,<br />

but she nor her family allowed that to deter them from making an impact in the<br />

community. She has served on many boards and with many organizations<br />

including Citizens Concerned with Human Dignity (CCHD), Habitat<br />

for Humanity and the Tarrant County Black Historical & Genealogical<br />

Society dedicated to the preservation <strong>of</strong> the history <strong>of</strong> the Fort Worth<br />

Black populace. During her tenure as Chairman <strong>of</strong> the Community<br />

Food Bank, the organization received the 1.3-million-dollar 33,000<br />

sq. ft. facility that now serves 500 families a day.<br />

Ms. Lee is the oldest living board member <strong>of</strong> the National Juneteenth<br />

Observance Foundation (NJOF), a national movement started by the<br />

late Dr. Ronald Myers to have Juneteenth declared a National Holiday. At 90 years <strong>of</strong> age, she started her<br />

walking campaign from Fort Worth, TX to Washington, DC to bring awareness to the need for celebrating<br />

Juneteenth nationally. She walked 2.5 miles in cities across the country to represent the 2.5 years it took<br />

after Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation for enforcement to reach <strong>Texas</strong> to free the enslaved.<br />

In 2019 she launched an online petition campaign that garnered over 1.6 million signatures to continue<br />

the crusade for holiday observance.<br />

Ms. Opal currently serves on the board <strong>of</strong> Unity Unlimited, Inc. and Transform 1012 N. Main Street, and is<br />

a Board Member and Honorary Chair <strong>of</strong> the National Juneteenth Museum. She has received three<br />

honorary doctorates, has been named 2021 Texan <strong>of</strong> the Year by the Dallas Morning News editorial<br />

board, the 2021 Unsung Hero <strong>of</strong> the Pandemic, Fort Worth Inc.’s 2022 Person <strong>of</strong> the Year and most<br />

recently was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.<br />

Ms. Opal Lee<br />

Grandmother <strong>of</strong> Juneteenth<br />

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Special<br />

Major Attaway is a Broadway, TV/Film, Voice Actor and<br />

Director from Fort Worth, TX. Best known for his Broadway<br />

Debut in Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway in 2016. From 2017 -<br />

2020 he took over the Tony Award winning role <strong>of</strong> the Genie<br />

with over 1500 performances. Off Broadway; Fatty Arbuckle-<br />

NYCC Encores Mack and Mabel, Little Shop <strong>of</strong> Horrors-Voice<br />

<strong>of</strong> Audrey 2 Swing.<br />

As a Voice Actor he has voiced over fifty characters in Anime,<br />

Video Games, Museum exhibits, Documentaries, Narrations,<br />

and Teaching materials. Some <strong>of</strong> which include characters in<br />

One Piece, Pokémon, Fairy Tale, Borderlands 3, Smite, Bread<br />

Barbershop, Dragon Ball: Xenoverse, Battleborn, RWBY:<br />

Arrowfell, Pathfinder: Wrath <strong>of</strong> the Righteous, and Space Dandy.<br />

He can also be seen in the final season <strong>of</strong> the Netflix original series Orange is the New Black, the<br />

film Carter High, as well as the first season <strong>of</strong> Time Traveler's Wife.<br />

Major is also a Twitch Affiliate! On his channel IPlayedMajor he is a variety streamer who streams<br />

games he is in and games he would like to be in. He Hosts a Brick <strong>of</strong> Clay: The Mortar <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Borderlands Streamcast.<br />

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Guests<br />

Tavarious Linzer, born August 4th, 1992, in Houston <strong>Texas</strong>, is a<br />

husband, father, Worship Pastor, business founder/CEO, recording<br />

artist, singer/songwriter, instrumentalist, and music producer.<br />

Before any <strong>of</strong> these things however, he is a Christ follower who loves<br />

Jesus and people. Years before establishing a strong presence in the<br />

worship communities <strong>of</strong> many local churches, Tavarious, known as<br />

“T,” was the youngster who grew up in South Houston <strong>Texas</strong> where<br />

his love for music and entertainment was discovered. Being a part <strong>of</strong><br />

a musical family heavily steeped in gospel quartet music had a<br />

significant impact on his life.<br />

Tavarious developed the ability to play drums, his first instrument, at<br />

the tender age <strong>of</strong> two years old. He would later go on to learn (by ear)<br />

how to play the guitar, bass guitar, piano, and even the accordion due<br />

to his love and involvement with creole’ zydeco music. Being raised in<br />

such a multi-cultural city as Houston helped shape and influence<br />

Tavarious’ love for different musical styles and expressions, <strong>of</strong>ten time<br />

in different languages. Some would call him an “old soul” as he grew up listening to and performing<br />

music from eras well before his time.<br />

Combining his love for music and his passion to carry out the presence <strong>of</strong> God, Tavarious has<br />

dedicated the past 10 plus years <strong>of</strong> his life to leading worship in a way that challenges yet inspires<br />

others to know and experience Christ for the first time, or in a deeper and more authentic way than<br />

ever before. Transcending genre, generational, and cultural barriers, Tavarious is committed to leading<br />

and developing John 4:23-24 worshippers; where Jesus reminds us <strong>of</strong> the kind <strong>of</strong> worship the Father<br />

seeks. “Worship, in any form, begins with one’s willingness to step out <strong>of</strong> themselves and truly engage<br />

with the creator.”<br />

Tavarious has managed to create music that makes you dance, cry, and smile; even simultaneously. “I<br />

believe that music is the heartbeat <strong>of</strong> the world.” It transcends mere lyrics, notes, and sounds but<br />

collectively, it should move one’s heart in a pr<strong>of</strong>ound way. Its highest purpose is to conduct the<br />

presence <strong>of</strong> God”-. Tavarious’ desire is for his music and ministry to paints a picture <strong>of</strong> how Jesus is a<br />

personal God. Of how this great big and majestic being who created the universe, the stars, and<br />

everything in existence is also an intimate God who knows us and loves us. The sound may change to<br />

fit the method, but the message will forever remain the same, the gospel <strong>of</strong> Jesus Christ.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Tamika “Keisha” Allen is a motivating and collaborative leader with a vast<br />

amount <strong>of</strong> experience in the Retail and Financial Services Industry. Her<br />

experience includes: Retail banking, Home Equity, Mortgage Operations<br />

and Originations. Her banking career began in 2002 with Hibernia<br />

National Bank in New Orleans, LA.<br />

Tamika joined Capital One (formerly Hibernia National Bank) as an entry<br />

level teller, but her passion and dedication to helping others allowed her<br />

to receive many promotions including but not limited to personal banker,<br />

multi-branch banker, home equity bank advocacy manager, mortgage sales<br />

and service leader, branch manager at Capital One and JP Morgan Chase and<br />

and financial wellness leader at Truist.<br />

During Tamika’s tenure with Capital One and JP Morgan Chase she partnered with many other parts <strong>of</strong><br />

the business such as community reinvestment, training and development, financial advising and<br />

digital strategy. In 2020, she decided to partner with 3 former colleagues to utilize her sales training<br />

and coaching techniques to create an online platform to inform members <strong>of</strong> the community. The<br />

primary focus was to educate individuals on topics such as home ownership, budgeting and<br />

entrepreneurship. Although this started as a hobby, it is now her full time role with Truist. Tamika<br />

embraced this opportunity because she is dedicated and focused on helping others evolve and<br />

accomplish their best.<br />

Maisha Bankhead is a graduate <strong>of</strong> the University <strong>of</strong> California at Santa Barbara<br />

She considers herself a lifelong Entrepreneur. She developed her passion<br />

for business ownership when she worked alongside her mother in <strong>Real</strong><br />

<strong>Estate</strong> in Los Angeles, CA as a licensed <strong>Real</strong>tor.<br />

As a native <strong>of</strong> Los Angeles, CA, she grew up eating something called a<br />

“Fatburger”. After moving to Grand Prairie, TX is 2007, this was one<br />

<strong>of</strong> the restaurants she truly missed. In 2018 she and her partners signed<br />

a multi-unit deal to bring three Fatburgers to the great state <strong>of</strong> <strong>Texas</strong>. They<br />

opened the very first Fatburger in <strong>Texas</strong> in North Richland Hills in June <strong>of</strong><br />

2020 and their second in Arlington, TX in September <strong>of</strong> 2021… with more to<br />

come. This year she was honored to be recognized as “Franchisee <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Year” for the Fatburger brand.<br />

Maisha is thankful for her supportive family: Polly, Rudy, Makenzie and fur-baby Luna. She has a passion<br />

for sharing her story in hopes that it will give just one person the courage to step out on faith and pursue<br />

their dreams.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Andre Beraud from Yes real estate is a skilled and experienced real estate<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional who excels at flipping properties, building homes, and investing<br />

in real estate. He has a proven track record <strong>of</strong> success in these areas and is<br />

highly regarded by his peers and clients. With his sales approach, Andre is<br />

able to identify opportunities in the market and capitalize on them,<br />

delivering exceptional returns for his clients. He is known for his attention<br />

to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to navigate complex transactions with<br />

ease. Overall, Andre is an asset to any real estate venture and a trusted<br />

partner for those looking to maximize their returns in this lucrative industry.<br />

Brent Berry is a Vice President at Wells Fargo serving as a Senior Business Growth<br />

Strategy Consultant for the Home Lending Diverse Segments group. Acting as a<br />

diverse segment subject matter expert in this role, Brent works through internal<br />

and external partnerships & strategic alliances to advance homeownership,<br />

serving diverse customers and underserved communities. He is responsible<br />

for a disciplined approach developing and executing strategies focused<br />

on helping households successfully achieve and sustain the dream <strong>of</strong><br />

homeownership.<br />

Brent has 35 years <strong>of</strong> experience in municipal government, university lecturer,<br />

franchise ownership, and retail bank management. Prior to joining Wells Fargo<br />

more than 12 years ago, he has worked at Citi Bank, City National Bank, & U.S. Bank.<br />

Brent has been recognized as a minority entrepreneur and businessman <strong>of</strong> the year by his local Chamber <strong>of</strong><br />

Commerce and has been invited to participate in business trade missions to London, England, and Jamaica.<br />

As a community leader, Brent has served on local business and community board <strong>of</strong> directors including, the<br />

Chamber <strong>of</strong> Commerce, LISC, and CARAT.<br />

Brent’s academic achievements includes a master’s degree in public administration and a bachelor’s degree<br />

in business administration. Brent resides in Olathe, KS.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Meet Skyler Blacknall, who owns 2 Smoothie King locations in Fort Worth,<br />

<strong>Texas</strong>. Smoothie King serves diverse ingredients that help strengthen the<br />

body, from protein shakes, smoothie bowls and so much more.<br />

Growing up in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, coincidentally where<br />

Smoothie King headquarters currently is, Blacknall worked as a<br />

multi-unit manager for Smoothie King corporate before becoming a<br />

franchisee for the company. To reach his goal <strong>of</strong> becoming a<br />

franchisee, Skyler sacrificed most <strong>of</strong> his twenties learning the<br />

operations side <strong>of</strong> the QSR business. Blacknall also had a few<br />

businesses on the side to help him purchase his first location. As<br />

a long-term plan to grow to twenty-five locations, Skyler plans on<br />

opening stores 3 and 4 in 2024.<br />

Rosalind "Roz" Booker is a dynamic and accomplished real estate<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional with a passion for community impact. She has spent over<br />

26 years in the industry and has become known for her expertise,<br />

dedication, and savvy emotional intelligence. Roz started her<br />

career in 1996 and quickly rose to become a top producer,<br />

earning her <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> license in 2000.<br />

Roz founded Arbrook <strong>Real</strong>ty in 2016 driven by her passion for<br />

empowering others to achieve their dreams. Roz has built Arbrook<br />

<strong>Real</strong>ty into a firm that is committed to birthing dreams and building<br />

legacies for its clients. She also founded Arbrook Cares, an impactful<br />

non-pr<strong>of</strong>it organization providing resources to help renters become<br />

homeowners, and Reclaim.Restore.Rebuild., as a mission to help people acquire wealth and<br />

build a lasting legacy using Bible-based principles.<br />

She is a board member <strong>of</strong> the Buffalo Ridge Subdivision in Celina, TX, where she works to create<br />

a welcoming and supportive environment for residents. Roz is also an instructor for Truvillion<br />

Academy, where she <strong>of</strong>fers continuing education and pr<strong>of</strong>essional development courses for real<br />

estate pr<strong>of</strong>essionals.<br />

Roz is an effective board member <strong>of</strong> the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> (NAREB),<br />

where she works to bridge the gap in homeownership for underrepresented people. She has<br />

received multiple awards for her leadership and innovation in business, including the Excellence<br />

in Leadership Award from the Collin County Black Chamber <strong>of</strong> Commerce and the Innovator<br />

Leading Lady Award from NAWRB's Roaring Thirty's.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Monte Brown is the Broker and Owner at BSA <strong>Real</strong>ty in Dallas/ Fort Worth<br />

with over 22 years <strong>of</strong> experience in selling, buying, leasing, apartment<br />

locating, investing, REO properties, & property managing in residential<br />

and commercial real estate, a BBA in Accounting from Jackson State<br />

University.<br />

Monte's primary objective is to build wealth and relationships with<br />

business owners, vendors, clients, asset managers, and consumers<br />

with enhancement and development throughout the community.<br />

Monte's specialties include property management, being a HUD Certified<br />

REO Specialist, investor, and commercial real estate.<br />

Prior to establishing The <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> House in 2004, Tameka Bryant spent<br />

10 years as a not-for-pr<strong>of</strong>it executive. Her dedication to serving<br />

communities and youth development in New York City was fueled by<br />

her upbringing and family values. While in New York, she developed<br />

new, innovative programs to ensure her clients' funds were managed<br />

appropriately and efficiently. Her clients included the federal<br />

government and fortune 500 companies. Many <strong>of</strong> the systems she<br />

put in place are still being used. Bryant started her own real estate<br />

brokerage and applied her skills to building her company in 2004.<br />

Within one year, she became a Master Listing Broker for Freddie Mac,<br />

represented Fannie Mae, and 3 other high-volume banks servicing Kansas<br />

and Missouri.<br />

Having closed more than 2,900 real estate transactions, served as the 1st Black President <strong>of</strong><br />

Heartland MLS, trained thousands <strong>of</strong> real estate pr<strong>of</strong>essionals for National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong><br />

<strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> (NAR), named <strong>Real</strong>tor <strong>of</strong> the Year and authored several books, Tameka is wellversed<br />

in real estate.<br />

Today, Tameka works as an international real estate developer. She maintains the CEO position <strong>of</strong><br />

The <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> House with <strong>of</strong>fices and teams now in several states and countries. Her passion to<br />

assist real estate pr<strong>of</strong>essionals find their niche and add pillars <strong>of</strong> income<br />

to their business shows through everything she touches.<br />

Chelsea Bucklew is an Austin realtor, brokerage owner, and<br />

Confidence + Brand Coach for realtors. With a background in<br />

social media marketing and copywriting, most recently as the<br />

global e-comm copywriter at Under Armour, she specializes<br />

in helping agents find their confidence in order to build<br />

their digital brands and 10x their lead generation.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Deborah Canady started her pr<strong>of</strong>essional mortgage career over 30 years<br />

ago. She has served in a variety <strong>of</strong> positions within the housing industry.<br />

Currently she is Vice-President <strong>of</strong> Business Development Community<br />

and Affordable Lending for Chase.<br />

She is a member <strong>of</strong> the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong><br />

(NAREB), where she serves on the NAREB Faith Base<br />

Committee/Initiatives.<br />

She has developed, partnered, and built relationships to continue to<br />

promote home ownership within the communities she serves.<br />

The mother <strong>of</strong> two daughters and one granddaughter all are residents <strong>of</strong><br />

Dallas, <strong>Texas</strong>. She enjoys attending live music events, traveling, meeting new,<br />

interesting people, and managing a dance team <strong>of</strong> three hundred girls ages 4-18. Her daily<br />

inspiration is something that was shared with her by her grandmother (that you can solve…. solve it<br />

and that you cannot turn it over to God and leave it there. Her belief is that it works.<br />

At 15 years old, Jiles Clark is the author <strong>of</strong> three books that encourage others<br />

to keep pressing forward. Since the release <strong>of</strong> his first book, Never Give Up<br />

- written at age 11, he has appeared on the nationally syndicated Kelly<br />

Clarkson Show, Good Morning <strong>Texas</strong>, ABC with Tashara Parker and on<br />

NBC with Evan Anderson in the Dallas/Fort Worth market. His second<br />

book, Be Yourself – Be the Person God Has Called You to Be, resonated<br />

with teenagers and was warmly embraced by youth ministries. The latest<br />

release, Joy on the Journey - The Joy that Remains in Every Circumstance<br />

shows the reader where joy begins and how to protect it, based on his<br />

young perspective. The young author has spoken to audiences in religious,<br />

academic, and public settings. He plans to continue writing but aspires to<br />

become both a chemical engineer and filmmaker. Jiles lives in <strong>Texas</strong> with his<br />

mother, who is a publisher. He is a member <strong>of</strong> Holy Tabernacle Church <strong>of</strong> God in Christ, where Bishop<br />

Robert Sample is pastor. Jiles lends his support as a volunteer and financial contributor to Book Angel, a<br />

non-pr<strong>of</strong>it organization that provides books for children. When not writing, he enjoys sports, music, and<br />

science, while acknowledging God as the center <strong>of</strong> his life<br />

E.L Crane is an experienced business development manager with a<br />

demonstrated history <strong>of</strong> working in the real estate industry. Skilled<br />

in Negotiation, Business Planning, Sales, Market Research, and<br />

Business Development. Strong business development<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional with a Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Certification focused in<br />

Marketing Finance from the University <strong>of</strong> Southern California.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Samantha Dailey proudly serves clients in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. She<br />

has 5 years <strong>of</strong> experience as a Senior Home Lending Advisor & specializes<br />

in adjustable-rate mortgages, vacation home financing, FHA and VA<br />

mortgages, condo and co-op lending, first-time homebuyer programs,<br />

and conforming loans and jumbo mortgages. Whether you're a firsttime<br />

homebuyer, need to expand or downsize, or are looking for a<br />

second home, Samantha is here to help you find the right mortgage<br />

to fit your needs. Starting with a review <strong>of</strong> your finances, Samantha<br />

can help you get a clear picture <strong>of</strong> what might work best for you.<br />

Samantha will explain your options, answer any questions you may have,<br />

keep you informed and guide you through every step <strong>of</strong> the mortgage process.<br />

Above all, Samantha wants to ensure that you have a positive home lending experience.<br />

INDEPENDENT <strong>Real</strong>ty in <strong>Texas</strong> is locally owned and operated by Broker<br />

Stephen Etzel, who is also the Broker/Owner <strong>of</strong> Heritage <strong>Real</strong>ty in<br />

Oklahoma and partner at Harvest Lending – group. Steve has a<br />

Masters’ Degree in Bankruptcy and Tax Law. He is an instructor –<br />

Curriculum Development – Author at <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Education and<br />

Training and an Instructor at the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors<br />

and the <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors. INDEPENDENT <strong>Real</strong>ty<br />

specializes in single-family homes, farms and ranches, and<br />

commercial properties. He teaches both pre-licensing courses<br />

and real estate continuing education courses online and throughout<br />

<strong>Texas</strong> and Oklahoma. Certifications: GRI, SRES, ABR, CDEI<br />

As a top producing real estate pr<strong>of</strong>essional with 8 years experience, Carol Holmes<br />

oversees each transaction with the skills and tenacity <strong>of</strong> a project manager<br />

and trusted advisor. With years <strong>of</strong> experience as a financial services<br />

educator, curriculum developer, and <strong>of</strong>fice manager and owner <strong>of</strong> an<br />

inspection company, Carol brings unparalleled understanding <strong>of</strong> the<br />

real estate industry to help her clients achieve their goals. Her<br />

leadership involvement in various real estate organizations keeps<br />

her current with industry trends in order to develop winning strategies<br />

for her clients. For three years, Carol successfully teaches real estate<br />

classes as an adjunct pr<strong>of</strong>essor with Dallas College.<br />

Carol knows that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction:<br />

it's a life-changing experience. Carol understands the complexity <strong>of</strong> the<br />

transaction and is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all her clients. Her<br />

philosophy is simple: clients come first. Carol's pledge is to constantly communicate with her clients,<br />

and to keep them fully informed throughout the entire buying or selling process. She believes that if<br />

client's are not left with an amazing experience, she hasn't done her job well. Carol measures<br />

success through the satisfaction <strong>of</strong> her clients. It is Carol's convictions and strong belief that<br />

<strong>of</strong>fering "Exceptional Service Never Goes Out <strong>of</strong> Style."<br />

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LJ Jennings has a broad and diverse background in business, community<br />

engagement, housing development and ecumenical affairs. Over the past 35<br />

years LJ has owned and operated a successful real estate and mortgage<br />

company, developed several affordable housing projects and started<br />

several nonpr<strong>of</strong>it organizations. Currently LJ operates a 100-bed<br />

transitional housing facility for formerly incarcerated individuals, and<br />

another 75-bed facility for aged-out foster care. His re-entry services<br />

extends into Cleveland Ohio, where he has a 36-bed transitional housing<br />

facility and a 20,000 multi-purpose center for community development. He<br />

serves as president <strong>of</strong> his community development company, leads a<br />

consortium <strong>of</strong> churches in the Bay Area, all while pastoring a thriving and<br />

growing church in Oakland California.<br />

LJ Jennings is the President Pyramid <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> & Investments, a full-service real estate company. As a<br />

35+ year veteran <strong>of</strong> the real estate industry, His experience covers the breadth <strong>of</strong> the real estate industry<br />

serving nationally, statewide and locally within all the major real estate association in America. His<br />

experience includes nonpr<strong>of</strong>it housing development; turning vacant and blighted sites into homes for low<br />

income and persons with disabilities. His experience extends into the mortgage financing arena and the<br />

utilization <strong>of</strong> tax credits, pooled funds and neighborhood stabilization funds.<br />

L.J. prides himself on giving back to the community. He currently serves in the following capacities<br />

Chief <strong>of</strong> staff for the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> Inc.<br />

President <strong>of</strong> the Sales Division <strong>of</strong> the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> (NAREB).<br />

President <strong>of</strong> the East Oakland Community Development Corporation; a nonpr<strong>of</strong>it housing and<br />

community development organization.<br />

Fiscal Agent, Founding and Steering Committee Member <strong>of</strong> the East Oakland Entrepreneurship<br />

Forum; a collaboration <strong>of</strong> Eco-System partners that deliver services to small businesses.<br />

President <strong>of</strong> the Heartland Merchants <strong>Association</strong>; leading small black business owners with technical<br />

assistance on business incubation and capital acceleration.<br />

President <strong>of</strong> the Bay Area Community Benefit Organization; an ecclesiastical body committed to<br />

building the social service capacity <strong>of</strong> churches in Alameda County.<br />

He has held numerous local, statewide and national leadership positions in both civic and religious<br />

capacities. He is frequently called on by elected <strong>of</strong>ficials for input and comments on proposed legislation.<br />

He is a valued community voice and is influential in local politics. In addition to his many responsibilities,<br />

he is the Senior Pastor <strong>of</strong> Kingdom Builders Christian Fellowship.<br />

L.J. is an accomplished speaker, teacher and presenter, frequently sharing his insight and knowledge with<br />

audiences across the United States. He is a thoughtful, creative and motivating executive leading many<br />

individuals and organizations to realize their full potential. His heart is serving and serving with excellence.<br />

LJ Holds a Doctorate in Theology from Sacramento Theological Seminary, an Honorary Doctorate in<br />

Ministry from Bell Grove Theological Seminary, a Masters and Bachelors in Christian Education from CH<br />

Mason Bible College. He also attended California State University Hayward, where he majored in Political<br />

Science & Business Administration. He is a graduate <strong>of</strong> the Dale Carnegie Courses. A life long resident <strong>of</strong><br />

Oakland, he is married to Karen and together they have three lovely daughters, Jasmin, Lauren and Lena.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose serves as President-elect <strong>of</strong> the National<br />

<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong>, the premier network <strong>of</strong> Black real<br />

estate pr<strong>of</strong>essionals and one <strong>of</strong> the oldest minority trade associations<br />

in the country with over 100 chapters nationwide. Courtney began<br />

her career as a project management consultant at Accenture, the<br />

world’s leading consulting company. In 2002, she earned a <strong>Texas</strong><br />

real estate broker license and joined her family’s real estate firm<br />

GEJ Development as a real estate developer and broker specializing<br />

in development services, owner representation, master planning, and<br />

residential and commercial brokerage services. Since 2019, Courtney<br />

has served as CEO <strong>of</strong> GEJ, and under her leadership, the company has<br />

procured contracts with major institutions such as <strong>Texas</strong> Southern University,<br />

the Harris Center <strong>of</strong> Mental Health, Houston Independent School District, the City <strong>of</strong> Houston,<br />

FDIC, and several banks, small businesses, and families.<br />

Courtney is also part <strong>of</strong> the Community Collective for Houston, which recently acquired The Power<br />

Center, a 110,000-square-foot multipurpose facility that includes a small business incubator,<br />

event center, urban farm, and private school. Courtney is the immediate past chair <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Texas</strong><br />

<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> African America Chambers, a statewide network <strong>of</strong> over 25 Black chambers <strong>of</strong><br />

commerce. <strong>Texas</strong> Governor’s <strong>of</strong>fice appointed Courtney as a director <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Texas</strong> State<br />

Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC). Courtney has been a member <strong>of</strong> NAREB for over 20<br />

years, she has been recognized as <strong>Real</strong>tist <strong>of</strong> the Year by her local board, state association,<br />

Region XII, and the national association. Courtney also was awarded the local board President<br />

award twice during her tenure as local board president <strong>of</strong> the Houston Black <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong><br />

<strong>Association</strong>.<br />

Courtney holds a bachelor’s degree in economics, a master’s degree in community development,<br />

and a doctorate in organizational leadership. She is a certified project management pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

(PMP) and a certified commercial investment member (CCIM). Since 2008, she has served as a<br />

faculty member and adjunct pr<strong>of</strong>essor for Prairie View A&M University where she teaches Land<br />

Development and <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> courses.<br />

Several organizations and media outlets have recognized Courtney for her pr<strong>of</strong>essional success<br />

and contributions to the community. Courtney has been featured several times by Black Enterprise<br />

magazine and has appeared on the covers <strong>of</strong> Empower, <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Executive, Houston <strong>Real</strong>tor,<br />

and National <strong>Real</strong>tor publications. In 2013, she created and hosted an informative real estate<br />

show entitled <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Today that appeared on Comcast and has appeared several times on<br />

HGTV. Courtney is married with two children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her<br />

family, traveling, and being active in the community through her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Inc.<br />

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Presenters<br />

As the founder and CEO <strong>of</strong> TEZ JONES Training Solutions (TJTS),<br />

Montez Jones trains and educates leaders, managers, employees, and nonpr<strong>of</strong>its<br />

on the benefits <strong>of</strong> leadership, effective communication, and better<br />

interpersonal relationships. He is an Executive Director with the Maxwell<br />

Leadership Team and a certified speaker, teacher, trainer, and coach. He<br />

is also an Independent ‘True Colors,’ DISC, and Emotional Intelligence<br />

consultant. He conducts workshops on Keys to Personal Success, stress<br />

management, resiliency, marriage/singles, and teambuilding to name a<br />

few. He has a diverse portfolio <strong>of</strong> clients. He has facilitated workshops for<br />

the Dallas Fort Worth Federal Executive Board, the Mayor, City <strong>of</strong> Vicksburg,<br />

Mississippi, Air Force Global Strike Command, U.S. Army’s Southern Regional<br />

Medical Command, The Potter’s House <strong>of</strong> Dallas, the County <strong>of</strong> Santa Barbara,<br />

California, and the Fort Worth Army Corps <strong>of</strong> Engineers. He has provided keynote presentations for The<br />

Potter’s House <strong>of</strong> Dallas, Dallas Fort Worth Women’s Day Celebration, and Arlington Juneteenth<br />

Celebration help on Globe Life Field. Moreover, Montez has also facilitated John C. Maxwell Leadership<br />

training workshops throughout Joint Base San Antonio and Afghanistan. For his work, TEZ JONES Training<br />

Solutions was named one <strong>of</strong> the top 25 Black and Veteran Owned Businesses in Dallas Fort Worth in 2021<br />

and 2022 and Businessman <strong>of</strong> the Year 2021 by the GSWBCC.<br />

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24 years as a mortgage banker<br />

587 units as a LP<br />

200 units owned aas GP<br />

243 units currently under contract as GP<br />

12 years as a single-family asset manager<br />

Flipped over 290 single-family homes<br />

With 24 years in the financial services industry, Tommy Jones has<br />

worked hard to set himself apart as a mortgage pr<strong>of</strong>essional. By<br />

taking a people-centered approach, Mr. Jones strives to build<br />

relationships on trust and honesty. Whether the client is a first time<br />

homebuyer or a seasoned investor, his approach is the same -<br />

provide a customized plan that meets the needs <strong>of</strong> the client.<br />

Tommy has been in the real estate business for many years on the<br />

mortgage banker side, but he decided a year ago to start a company<br />

showing people how to invest in real estate. Since then, Tommy has<br />

taught countless students to buy and sell real estate as investors. Tommy<br />

is a hands-on teacher and so many <strong>of</strong> his students are with him at the courthouse buying<br />

properties! The other part that Tommy says is very gratifying is selling homes to regular families<br />

at an affordable price. Tommy says, “my goal and my students’ goals are to buy homes, fix them<br />

up and sell them to people at prices that aren’t outrageous.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Mayor Sean Kilbride graduated from the United States Military Academy with<br />

a Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Science degree in Economics and Systems Engineering Systems<br />

Engineering and later completed an MBA from The Citadel. He spent five<br />

years in the U.S. Army as an <strong>of</strong>ficer specializing In Counterintelligence.<br />

He was deployed to the Republic <strong>of</strong> Korea as an All-Source intelligence<br />

<strong>of</strong>ficer and served in Operation Enduring freedom in Guantanamo Bay,<br />

Cuba. Upon completing his service, he started a consulting firm that<br />

supported governmental agencies.<br />

Mr. Kilbride is a long-time resident <strong>of</strong> Westlake and has proudly served as<br />

Mayor <strong>of</strong> the Town and the President <strong>of</strong> the Board <strong>of</strong> Trustees at the prestigious<br />

Westlake Academy since May <strong>of</strong> 2022. Mayor Kilbride is married and has two children,<br />

both <strong>of</strong> which attend Westlake Academy.<br />

It is our honor to welcome Mayor Sean Kilbride to the <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> conference.<br />

Kenneth D. Kitchen, Jr., native <strong>of</strong> Mississippi and graduate <strong>of</strong> University <strong>of</strong><br />

Southern Mississippi, moved to the Dallas area is 2009. Kenneth launched<br />

his career in the mortgage industry in 2003 and joined the Wells Fargo<br />

team in 2014. He is currently a Home Mortgage Consultant where he<br />

provides guidance and support through the homebuying process for<br />

his clients in Dallas and the surrounding areas.<br />

With fluency in Mandarin, Angelina Li proudly serves clients in the Grand<br />

Prairie, <strong>Texas</strong> area and specializes in pre-qualification, low-to-moderate<br />

income lending programs, fixed-rate mortgages, and first-time<br />

homebuyer programs. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, need<br />

to expand or downsize, or are looking for a second home, Angelina<br />

is here to help you find the right mortgage to fit your needs. Starting<br />

with a review <strong>of</strong> your finances, Angelina can help you get a clear<br />

picture <strong>of</strong> what might work best for you. Angelina will explain your<br />

options, answer any questions you may have, keep you informed and<br />

guide you through every step <strong>of</strong> the mortgage process. Above all,<br />

Angelina wants to ensure that you have a positive home lending experience.<br />

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Presenters<br />

As a second-generation real estate pr<strong>of</strong>essional to his father in the<br />

1980s, Stephen Lewis was no stranger to the real estate market. In<br />

February 2010 he passed his real estate exam and was determined<br />

to dive into the business. However, Stephen took an<br />

unconventional approach by working as Sr. Mortgage Underwriter<br />

for JP Morgan Chase the following month. This turn <strong>of</strong> events<br />

allowed him to see people more than just a transaction but an<br />

opportunity for change and hope. He went on to start a nonpr<strong>of</strong>it<br />

organization Making Acceptable Homeowners in 2014 where his<br />

talent was used to better educate future buyers on successfully<br />

qualifying for a home based on mortgage underwriting guidelines. He<br />

calls it a fundamental approach on how to fit into the home buying box. It<br />

was then Stephen decided he was missing the most important part <strong>of</strong> the home<br />

buying process, the ability to represent a buyer from start to finish.<br />

In 2015 he got back into the real estate business and had no desire to look backwards. Stephen is<br />

the Co-Founder <strong>of</strong> Ink <strong>Real</strong>ty, a full-service real estate brokerage where passional pr<strong>of</strong>essionals<br />

can be both authentic and all-things to the client. “As a real estate agent, we are counselors,<br />

trusted advisors, consultants, experts, and more importantly a friend.” He is passionate about the<br />

client experience having served nearly 100 families in his first 3 years in the real estate business.<br />

Lewis is also the Founder <strong>of</strong> Homematchx, a tech company and app designed to collect and<br />

analyze <strong>of</strong>fer data.<br />

Stephen was a "2017 Millennials to Watch" in Dallas recognized for his talent on growing a<br />

successful brokerage. He’s also been featured as a guest speaker on several radio shows and<br />

Dallas real estate panels. He is currently the President for the Dallas chapter <strong>of</strong> National<br />

<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> that focuses on creating democracy in housing.<br />

Stephen is a Christian, husband, and father to a handsome three-year-old son name Preston.<br />

One thing he has learned over years is how important it is to listen and put others need above<br />

yours. "Every client I’m blessed to work with is considered a part <strong>of</strong> my family. It is the very reason<br />

why my passion for real estate stems from the desire to help and fight for success." <strong>Real</strong> estate is<br />

more than just a single transaction but a life changing moment in time that you cannot get back.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Marion Napoleon is an esteemed figure in the real estate industry, widely recognized<br />

as the Broker/Owner <strong>of</strong> Unlimited <strong>Real</strong>ty Solutions in Grand Prairie, <strong>Texas</strong>. With<br />

an unwavering passion for her pr<strong>of</strong>ession, Marion has achieved remarkable<br />

success as a licensed REALTOR® since 2001. Her dedication, expertise, and<br />

commitment to excellence have positioned her as a distinguished leader in<br />

the field. Beyond her role as a Broker/Owner, Marion serves as a Senior<br />

Instructor for <strong>Texas</strong> REALTORS®, sharing her extensive knowledge and<br />

experience with aspiring pr<strong>of</strong>essionals. Her commitment to education<br />

and pr<strong>of</strong>essional development has been recognized through various<br />

accolades, including the prestigious <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors 2019 Educator <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Year award. This recognition reflects Marion's outstanding contributions to<br />

the growth and advancement <strong>of</strong> <strong>Texas</strong> REALTORS® and associations. Marion's<br />

multifaceted career extends beyond real estate. She is a Certified Life Coach,<br />

empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and unlock their full potential. As an accomplished<br />

author, her written works inspire and motivate readers to reach new heights in both their personal and<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional lives. Marion's expertise as a nationwide Corporate & Christian Motivational Speaker amplifies<br />

her ability to inspire and empower diverse audiences across the country.<br />

Pastor Chris Nettles is a lifelong resident <strong>of</strong> Fort Worth and believes in<br />

devoting his time to his family, business, and community. He has<br />

served as the Councilmember for Council District 8 in Fort Worth<br />

since June 2021.<br />

Pastor Chris Nettles is a lifelong resident <strong>of</strong> Fort Worth and<br />

believes in devoting his time to his family, business, and community.<br />

He and his wife, Shakia Nettles, are the proud parents <strong>of</strong> four<br />

children: Jalen, Christopher Jr. (CJ), Caleb, and the princess,<br />

Christianna Nettles.<br />

Chris is a proud graduate <strong>of</strong> North Crowley High School (class <strong>of</strong> 2006)<br />

where he was the President <strong>of</strong> his Junior Class and President <strong>of</strong> the Fellowship <strong>of</strong> Christian<br />

Athletes (FCA) program. Following his graduation, Chris studied Christian Ministries at Dallas<br />

Baptist University.<br />

Since 2014, Chris Nettles has owned and operated his daycare center, Haven <strong>of</strong> Purpose<br />

Childcare Center, which provides care, education, nutritious meals, mentorship, and so much<br />

more to the children <strong>of</strong> working families in Fort Worth. Chris’s business is run alongside his<br />

ministry, where he has served as the senior Pastor and played an active role in the community for<br />

the past eleven years. More recently, in 2019, Pastor Chris expanded his afterschool program to<br />

provide after-school care and hot meals for the students <strong>of</strong> Everman ISD, surrounding Churches,<br />

and apartment complexes.<br />

From 2013 – 2020, Chris worked as an Administrative Court Clerk and Assistant Court Manager to<br />

the Justice <strong>of</strong> the Peace for Tarrant County Precinct Eight. This pr<strong>of</strong>ession has allowed him to be a<br />

role model and mentor to the young men and women that came through the court system.<br />

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Presenters<br />

Jerrett Oden Owens is a Virginia native who has accomplished many<br />

impressive feats throughout his life. He proudly served in the United<br />

States Marine Corps and was honored with several declarations and<br />

medals for his service. In addition to his military achievements,<br />

Jerrett is also a skilled electrical engineer and has made significant<br />

contributions to his field. On top <strong>of</strong> his pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

accomplishments, Jerrett is also an accomplished MMA fighter,<br />

having competed at the pr<strong>of</strong>essional level. Despite his many<br />

achievements, Jerrett remains committed to giving back to his<br />

community and is a well-respected leader in his local area.<br />

Stephanie Perez is a seasoned mortgage pr<strong>of</strong>essional with 10 years<br />

experience in the industry. She has excelled in her role as a<br />

bi-lingual Home Mortgage Consultant & Military Lending Specialist<br />

with Wells Fargo, having closed $36,000,000 in loans and helping<br />

more than 194 families finance their home in fiscal year 2021-2022.<br />

Stephanie is very knowledgeable about FHA, Conventional, new<br />

construction, and Jumbo lending. When she is not helping families<br />

achieve their homeownership dreams, she enjoys spending time<br />

with family, hitting the trails and dancing.<br />

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As a leading motivational speaker nationwide, Teeba Rose consistently<br />

engages sold-out audiences for public events, school settings, and<br />

corporate team-building retreats. A native Houstonian, Teeba<br />

graduated from <strong>Texas</strong> Southern University with a Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Art in<br />

Business and Marketing. Teeba's business experience spans years<br />

at Xerox, where he received numerous awards for his ability to<br />

market and communicate effectively with clients. Before he<br />

moved on to represent Abbott Laboratories, one <strong>of</strong> the world's<br />

largest pharmaceutical and medical equipment companies, in his<br />

position at Abbott, he was responsible for the South <strong>Texas</strong> Region and<br />

received several accolades for exceeding milestones. Teeba’s own<br />

business has garnered him a six-figure income and the freedom to engage<br />

with audiences <strong>of</strong> all ages, teaching valuable fiscal responsibility strategies and engaging<br />

team-building modalities that can be used in any workplace.


Presenters<br />

Shelby Smith originally began her career in entertainment as a hip hop<br />

dancer. Her parents wanted to make sure that she had more than one<br />

avenue while being multifaceted. She went to college to study<br />

something that came very natural to her… communications and<br />

business marketing. Shelby graduated from Prairie View A&M<br />

University and many <strong>of</strong> her friends ended up either playing sports<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essionally and/or moving to LA to work as choreographers.<br />

After decided she no longer wanted to dance a good friend<br />

consulted her about reviewing his social media pages and his<br />

contract from his agent. Her response was, “I don’t know about that<br />

stuff.” He quickly denied her statement and asked her to just take a look.<br />

So, she read his agreement, saw major errors, and observed that his social<br />

media platforms were too personal and that corporate brands would not be interested in his<br />

brand for that specific reason.<br />

After that one-<strong>of</strong>f situation <strong>of</strong> cleaning up her friends social pages, she continued to work in<br />

sports and entertainment PR while working for an advertising agency to gain further knowledge.<br />

After being denied promotions and deserving compensation from large companies, she decided<br />

to build her own company, PGM, in 2012 to ensure that instead <strong>of</strong> asking for a job, she would be<br />

an avenue to create jobs.<br />

That decision led to her working for some amazing people such as: Young Money Sports, Dede in<br />

The Morning, The Price Group, The David’s, Greg Ellis film Carter High (Dallas Cowboys), and<br />

many more.<br />

Capri M. Truvillion, MBA, a <strong>Texas</strong> & Arizona <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Broker, Pr<strong>of</strong>essor,<br />

Author, and Title Agency Owner, has been a trailblazer in the real estate<br />

industry for 29 years. Capri's passion for real estate can be traced back<br />

to Detroit, Michigan, in 1994, where she spent significant time as an<br />

investor, working on building a multi-million-dollar portfolio that<br />

encompasses residential and commercial properties.<br />

Capri made history through several business ventures, and she has<br />

changed thousands <strong>of</strong> lives through education, but her greatest<br />

accomplishment is her son, who is a Federal Agent.<br />

Capri made history on many platforms; she is the first and only African<br />

American Owner <strong>of</strong> a <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Academy in Dallas, <strong>Texas</strong>, the first to open a<br />

Flat Fee <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Brokerage in the Dallas, <strong>Texas</strong>, and the first African American Woman<br />

to own an ERA <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Brokerage in <strong>Texas</strong>. Also, she currently owns a Title Company in the<br />

DFW. Capri will be the first to testify that her purpose is accompanied by preparation from God and<br />

her anointing has allowed her to make a difference in her community and home. Capri is now a<br />

grandmother and loving wife and is still trailblazing!<br />

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Presenters<br />

Sophia Washington Williams began her business career after graduating from<br />

the University <strong>of</strong> Houston with a bachelor’s degree in business administration<br />

and a Minor in Administrative Services Management. She started her<br />

Farmers Insurance Agency in 1997 and was the first African American<br />

hired in her district. During this tenor she was able to educate many<br />

families on the importance <strong>of</strong> insurance regarding Homeowners,<br />

Auto and most importantly Life insurance. This career lasted until<br />

September 2017. Then she pursued a new field in automotive<br />

reconditioning with Carvana in October <strong>of</strong> 2017. For the past 6 years<br />

she has managed several teams throughout the inspection center and<br />

has learned a lot about the auto industry (more than she wanted to).<br />

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Amanda Webster has been a key player in the success story <strong>of</strong> Fund &<br />

Grow since joining the team in 2020. With extensive knowledge <strong>of</strong> the<br />

legal system, over two decades <strong>of</strong> management experience, and<br />

unwavering dedication to helping small businesses succeed, she<br />

is an invaluable asset to the team and our clients. As VP, Amanda<br />

works closely with all departments to stay ahead <strong>of</strong> changing<br />

industry trends and ensure each client receives the most funding<br />

possible at the best terms when looking to launch or grow their<br />

operation. With a passion for sharing her immense knowledge,<br />

Amanda Webster has set a trajectory with Fund & Grow to empower<br />

countless entrepreneurs, <strong>of</strong>fering the tools and support needed to take<br />

their businesses to the next level.<br />

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Milton Whitley is a 40-year entrepreneur. He has started and owns several<br />

businesses; he has scaled most to over one million dollars in revenue.<br />

He has 20 years as a custom home builder/developer. He has over<br />

20 years as a public-school educator. He taught architectural<br />

design, engineering, and computer technology. He worked<br />

closely with students to design structurally sound and<br />

environmentally responsible homes. This is at the core <strong>of</strong> what<br />

he does at Whitmoore Custom Homes.<br />

Milton holds an Associate Degree in Computer Information<br />

Systems from Richland Community College. He has a Bachelor <strong>of</strong><br />

Science in Computer Information Systems and Master <strong>of</strong> Arts in<br />

Counseling from Amberton University. He holds a state board <strong>of</strong> educator<br />

certifications in technology education and counseling. Milton invests in early-stage<br />

real estate development. He serves on the boards <strong>of</strong> several companies and nonpr<strong>of</strong>its.


Presenters<br />

Tina M. Wilcher is a Certified <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Instructor, Broker Associate with<br />

Century 21 Exclusive Properties in Bellaire, <strong>Texas</strong>, licensed advocate<br />

Wisconsin REALTOR® with Century 21 Affiliated, and an advocate<br />

for affordable housing and grandparents’ rights. Tina began<br />

practicing real estate in <strong>Texas</strong> in 2004 and instructing real estate<br />

courses in 2015. Her passion for educating clients, customers,<br />

and licensees is evident in the attention she devotes to carefully<br />

explaining and making sure all parties comprehend before forming<br />

an agreement. Tina is actively involved in “all things real estate”<br />

as a <strong>Texas</strong> REALTORS Political Action Committee Trustee, RPAC<br />

Major Investor and Presidents Circle Member, past <strong>Texas</strong> REALTORS®<br />

Director, <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors Leadership Program Graduate, past Pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

Development and Political Action Advisory Leadership chair, <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors<br />

Faculty, Houston <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors contract instructor, Graduate <strong>Real</strong>tor Institute<br />

Certified Instructor, <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Real</strong>tors Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development Committee member, Certified<br />

International Property Specialist, <strong>Texas</strong> Affordable Housing Specialist, technology trainer, agent<br />

mentor and former Chaplain <strong>of</strong> Houston Black <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Association</strong> and HBREA Gala co-chair,<br />

and former <strong>Texas</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> <strong>Brokers</strong> membership committee .<br />

Robbie Wilson, RA, SRA, ASA, CDEI, AQB, and Certified USPAP<br />

Instructor has been in the real estate industry since 1989 and is<br />

currently serving as the Chief Appraiser, Risk, Compliance <strong>of</strong>ficer<br />

with RSDS LLC, Dallas. As a valuation expert, he specializes in<br />

real property appraisal, forensic appraisal audit, and utility<br />

valuation (water and wastewater systems).<br />

Mr. Wilson is recognized in the appraisal industry as a subject<br />

matter expert (SME) on Appraisal Standards and Ethics, FIRREA,<br />

Dodd-Frank Act, Government Regulations and Laws, and Secondary<br />

markets mortgage loan underwriting policies. As a real estate instructor<br />

and adjunct pr<strong>of</strong>essor, he has taught and still teaches AQB pre-licensing<br />

and continuing education courses throughout the country.<br />

Mr. Wilson holds numerous pr<strong>of</strong>essional designations in the appraisal pr<strong>of</strong>ession and is actively<br />

involved in assisting in the growth <strong>of</strong> the appraisal pr<strong>of</strong>ession. He has served and still serves in<br />

numerous leadership positions both in public and private organizations, for example, he was<br />

recently appointed for two years (2023-2025) by the TALCB Board <strong>of</strong> Directors to serve as a<br />

“TALCB Mentor”. He was a former member <strong>of</strong> the Peer Investigative Committee (PIC) <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Texas</strong><br />

Appraiser Licensing Certification Board (TALCB), and the current President <strong>of</strong> the National Society<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Real</strong> <strong>Estate</strong> Appraisers (NSREA).<br />

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