Dedicated Advocacy for Real Estate Professionals
Supporting Agents Every Step of the Way
At Semonin REALTORS®, our extensive team of dedicated advocates serves as the trusted voice for real estate agents across the industry. With many experienced agents actively championing agent rights, industry regulations, and fair business practices, Semonin provides unmatched leadership and representation that benefits agents, clients, and communities alike. Learn how our advocates drive positive change, support professional growth, and strengthen the real estate market.
How Semonin’s Advocacy Strengthens Your Real Estate Career
Your Voice is Amplified
With a large group of Semonin agents serving in leadership roles and on committees at the local, state, and national level, your concerns and ideas are more likely to be heard. You're not just one voice — you're part of a collective that has influence. This greater representation in decision-making that affects your day-to-day business, including MLS changes, licensing, regulations, and professional standards.
You Stay Ahead of Industry Changes
Advocates are often the first to know about changes in laws, regulations, and industry trends.This offers Semonin agents early access to critical updates helps you adapt quickly and stay compliant, competitive, and informed. This early access to critical updates helps you adapt quickly and stay compliant, competitive, and informed.
You Gain Credibility by Association
Working with a brokerage that is heavily involved in industry leadership sets you apart. Clients and fellow agents respect professionals who are aligned with a brokerage that leads from the front. Increased client trust and industry credibility can lead to more referrals and smoother transactions.
You’re Part of a Proactive, Not Reactive, Company
Semonin REALTORS® is a driving force in real estate advocacy, influencing how the industry evolves rather than reacting to it. That proactive mindset is woven into our training, technology, and culture — empowering our agents with innovation, insight, and continuous improvement. This gives you a competitive edge by working in an environment that leads the industry forward and equips you for long-term success.
You’re Supported by Advocates Who Understand Agent Challenges
Because Semonin’s advocates are working agents or leaders who’ve been in the field, they bring real-world insight to the table when advocating for agent-friendly policies. You’re supported by people who genuinely understand your challenges and work to improve conditions across the industry.
MEET YOUR SEMONIN ADVOCATES
Meet the dedicated professionals actively serving on boards in our real estate industry. When you choose Semonin REALTORS®, you're choosing a Brokerage and team of advocates who invest their time and energy in shaping a thriving and supportive environment for real estate professionals.
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Nathan Bellows
VAREP President

Stacy Durbin
MSI President, GLAR Board of Directors

Janet Dale Himmelheber
SIRA Education Committee

Doug Myers
Bylaws, Policies & Procedures Committee

Susannah Stevenson
Professional Standards Committee

Robert Butler
Vice Chair DEI & Fair Housing Committee

Rachel Gish
SIRA MLS Committee
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Tom Jordan
MSI Board of Directors & SIRA By Laws Committee

Clint Novak
SIRA MLS Committee
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Greg Taylor
GLAR Vice President & Forms Committee

Thomas Butler
SIRA Board of Directors & Education Committee

Donna Gordon Willoughby
KYR Senior Director

Carter Martin, Jr.
GLAR President & Chair of Young Professionals Network

Lester Sanders
Chair of Past Presidents, RPAC Vice Chair, Annual Convention Committee & DEI Committee
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Kathryn Vaughn
MSI Board of Directors & Professional Standards Committee

Brad DeVries
Immediate Past Chair - KY REALTORS Relief Foundation

Susan Hatton
Professional Standards Committee & Chair of Safety Committee

Teresa Morgan
BIA Board of Directors
