Happy new year!
As I begin this year stepping into my role as President of the Austin Board of REALTORS® and Unlock MLS, I arrive with a deep sense of pride, responsibility, and appreciation. I’m grateful for the leaders who came before me, the volunteers, ABoR staff, and the more than 18,000 real estate professionals across Central Texas who place their trust in this organization.
To me, the core of leadership is service—showing up with intention, listening, and working together to move our profession forward. That belief is what got me involved with ABoR, and it’s what guides me as we begin this new year together.
And what a year this will be.
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Austin Board of REALTORS®. In 1926, a small group of real estate professionals came together with a simple belief: that by working together, we could strengthen our profession and shape the future of real estate in Central Texas. One hundred years later, we’re still powered by that same spirit.
Think about what this region has seen in a century. We’ve grown from a small college town into one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Through every era of growth and change, ABoR has been more than a professional association. We’ve been champions for property rights, trusted partners to our communities, and a steady force in a region that never stops evolving.
We’ve led with action—advocating for smart housing solutions, elevating professionalism, and delivering the region’s most trusted real estate data. Along the way, we’ve built a reputation as national innovators and a voice that matters.
But our longevity isn’t just measured in years—it’s measured in impact. It’s measured by the members we serve, the communities we strengthen, and the families who find home because of what we do together.
As we step into our next century, we honor our roots while moving boldly towards what’s next. The values that built this association—integrity, service, collaboration, and advocacy—are more important than ever.
That’s why I’m proud to share that throughout 2026 we will be celebrating ABoR’s centennial with an exciting campaign including special events, opportunities for you to connect, fun swag, an art contest for local students, and much more. And we want you to be a part of it. Show up, share these opportunities with your colleagues, and help us celebrate this year – and celebrate you!
This anniversary is not just about our history—it’s about our future. The next 100 years will be shaped by the voices, ideas, and the leadership of our members. I invite you to be part of this moment: share your stories, engage in the celebration, and help us define what the next century of ABoR will look like.
I’m honored to serve as President during this milestone year, and I’m excited for what lies ahead. Together, we’ll continue to lead with purpose, strengthen our communities, and remain Austin’s key to home—now and for generations to come.