The NC REALTORS® William C. Bass Leadership Academy recently selected its Class of 2026, including members that geographically represent the majority of the state. This year’s group includes:

• Melissa Bell, Brunswick County Association of REALTORS®
• Jaime Dorn, Jacksonville Board of REALTORS®
• Helen Edwards-Jackson, Canopy REALTOR® Association
• Jennifer Franklin-Rowe, Johnston County Association of REALTORS®
• Grace Jones, Durham Regional Association of REALTORS®
• Travis Old, Albemarle Area Association of REALTORS®
• Andrew Plyler, High Country Association of REALTORS®
• Chrissy Sidler, Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
• Kristle Williams, Greensboro Regional REALTORS® Association
• Haley Page Winslow, Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®

Candidates were selected by an anonymous, Candidate Selection Committee of NC REALTORS® members and were chosen based on interest in elevating their personal and professional leadership skills, commitment to the industry, future potential as a REALTOR® and leader in the industry, and personal and professional characteristics to ensure a “diverse, non-discriminatory, geographically representative and forward-thinking” class.

The NC REALTORS® William C. Bass Leadership Academy is a 10-month training and development program exclusively for NC REALTORS® that identifies, inspires, and mentors emerging leaders in real estate. This leadership development program is designed to guide each participant through their own self-discovery process and teach the necessary skills to become a more positive influence within the community and the industry. The academy is open to all NC REALTORS® in good standing.