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The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has announced the members of its 2026 Leadership Academy class. The Leadership Academy is a 10-month program designed to prepare state and local volunteers for leadership roles within the organization. The newly selected class includes 20 REALTORS from different parts of the United States.
"The Leadership Academy reflects NAR's commitment to empowering our members and ensuring the future of our association is shaped by leaders who reflect the strength and diversity of our profession," said NAR President Kevin Sears. "The 2026 class brings together a remarkable group whose perspectives and experiences will help drive innovation, collaboration and meaningful impact at every level of the organization."
Participants in the academy will engage in educational activities that introduce them to NAR’s history, structure, and operations. The program aims to equip these REALTORS with skills and knowledge for leadership positions throughout the association.
The roster for the 2026 Leadership Academy includes:
- Ericka Alvarez (Euless, Texas)
- Anne Burroughs (Charlottesville, Virginia)
- Laura Castella (Middletown, New Jersey)
- Alexis Ceasar-White (Cypress, Texas)
- Aaron Chadbourne (Gorham, Maine)
- David Favret (New Orleans, Louisiana)
- Steven Foster (Stowe, Vermont)
- Quivari Jackson (Cincinnati, Ohio)
- Dr. Anthony Kelly (Portland, Oregon)
- Robert Kozlowski (Brunswick, Georgia)
- Brian Kwilosz (Downers Grove, Illinois)
- Deborah McGhee (Saucier, Mississippi)
- Kerry Ramage (Melbourne, Florida)
- Yared Rivera (Henderson, Nevada)
- Natalie Rowe (Portage, Michigan)
- Jaye Sanders (Royal Oak, Michigan)
- Vlora Sejdi (Mahopac, New York)
- Brandon Shaffer (Bloomington, Illinois)
- Michael Wallin (Vancouver, Washington)
- Kevin Wilson (Nashville, Tennessee)
The academy starts in January 2026 and ends in November 2026 at NAR NXT: The REALTOR Experience in New Orleans. More details about the program and resources for those interested in applying for future classes can be found at nar.realtor/leadershipacademy. Applications for the 2027 class are open from November 12, 2025 through February 10, 2026.
NAR represents professionals involved in residential and commercial real estate across the country. Members are identified as REALTORS if they belong to NAR and follow its Code of Ethics. Consumers seeking information on home buying or selling processes can find free guides at facts.realtor.
