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Nominating & Elections Committees Set

Posted on 06/30/2026

The Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS® (HAAR) is proud to announce the officially approved members of the 2026 Nominating Committee and 2026 Elections Committee.

These dedicated leaders play a vital role in shaping the future of our association, ensuring a fair, transparent, and robust leadership election process for the upcoming year. Please join us in thanking them for their commitment and service to our real estate community.

2026 Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee is tasked with reviewing and selecting a qualified slate of candidates to lead HAAR into the future, representing a diverse cross-section of our membership, brokerage sizes, and experienced past leadership.
  • Opie BalchPast President
  • Betty HughesPast President
  • Robert SimonsPast President
  • Mike SandovalBroker Representative 
  • Walt HennesseeBroker Representative 
  • Brian DeanAt-Large Member 
  • Khrista DeesAt-Large Member 

2026 Elections Committee

The Elections Committee oversees the voting process, safeguarding the integrity and accuracy of our annual leadership elections.
  • Sharita Whitehead

  • Zach Bingham

  • Bill Ward

Stay Tuned: More information regarding the 2026 election timeline, candidate applications, and voting instructions will be shared in the coming weeks. Be sure to check back here or watch your inbox for updates!