Dear Maryland Real Estate Professionals,

I am truly honored to be appointed Executive Director of the Maryland Real Estate Commission, and I am excited to serve in this capacity alongside such a dedicated team. I have been fortunate to have worked in real estate since 1979 and have experience in many different roles across the industry. I am eager to bring that wealth of knowledge and perspective to my work at the Commission.

My top priorities are strengthening communication and enhancing our relationship with the 47,000 real estate licensees across our great state. Whether you are a new Salesperson or a seasoned Broker, I want you to know that the Commission is here to support you. We are committed to creating an open and collaborative environment where we can work together to improve the profession and ensure that Maryland's real estate industry remains strong, fair, and transparent.

In the coming months, we will roll out initiatives designed to foster better communication, provide clearer guidance, and make it easier for you to stay informed. Bringing back The Commission Check is one way we intend to do this.

Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us shape the future of real estate regulation in Maryland.

I look forward to working with all of you and am confident that we can strengthen the Maryland real estate community together.

Thank you for your continued dedication to professionalism and excellence in our industry.

Jackie Alexander was recently appointed to the Maryland Real Estate Commission as an industry member representing the region encompassing Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s, and St. Mary’s County. Alexander is the Broker/Owner of 495 Real Estate, LLC, with over 19 years of real estate experience. She is a proud member of the Southern Maryland Association of REALTORS®, where she was named 2022 Realtor of the Year.

Hope Mims is a seasoned real estate broker and entrepreneur, licensed since 2005, and the founder of NextHome Mims Realty Group.

Specializing in residential, commercial, and investment properties, Hope is dedicated to helping clients achieve their real estate and financial goals. Beyond real estate, she champions community development through initiatives like the Leonard E. Hicks Community Center, supporting programs that empower youth and foster thriving neighborhoods.

Known for her strategic mindset and hands-on approach, Hope combines professionalism with a genuine passion for guiding people toward success in both homeownership and life.

Joe Wilson is the Broker Partner for Coastal Life Realty Group located in Ocean City, MD. He has been serving the Maryland & Delaware beaches since 2012. Joe joins the Commission as a industry member representing the eastern shore. He is a Past President of Coastal Association of Realtors and recipient of the 2022 Maryland Realtors Community Service Award.

Roxanne Alston has over 30 years of experience in leadership, service, and operations with both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. She serves as Vice President, Customer Relations, of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). Roxanne is also an active volunteer and board of directors appointee for several nonprofit domestic and global organizations.

Roxanne joins the Commission as a consumer member, and she has previously served her Maryland state community as the consumer member of the Maryland Real Estate Appraisers and Home Inspectors (MREAHI).

Tenensia Stanley joined the Commission in November 2023 as a Licensing Specialist. Within just one month, she completed comprehensive training under the guidance of Darlene Martin-Bedford (retired), quickly mastering the Commission’s processes and policies.

Despite the fast-paced environment and high call volume, Tenensia adapted with ease, demonstrating a remarkable ability to learn quickly and manage complex tasks. Her dedication and strong work ethic enabled her to confidently assist customers and efficiently process applications.

In January 2025, Tenensia seized the opportunity to expand her professional skill set by transitioning into the role of Administrative Assistant. In this new position, she continues to strengthen her administrative capabilities and support the Commission’s mission.

A proud graduate of Western High School, Tenensia is a devoted mother and a woman of strong faith. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and positive attitude continue to make a meaningful impact on the work and culture of the Commission.