2026 CREA Board of Directors Slate

As CREA continues to strengthen its role as the voice for commercial real estate professionals in Sarasota and Manatee, strong leadership remains essential. Each year, dedicated members step forward to guide the organization, ensuring CREA fulfills its mission to promote professionalism, education, and business development for its members.

The following members are nominated to serve on the 2026 CREA Board of Directors:

• David Kinnard, President

• Barbara Williams, President-Elect

• Jill Bowen, Vice-President

• Doug Johnson, Treasurer

• Kyle Hembree, Past President

• Wendy Crites, Director

• Darrin Desmarais, Director

• Matt Fenske, Director

• Melinda Garrett, Director

• Gavin Oberlin, Director

• Cameron Wilson, CREA Rep to RASM BOD

• William Wilson, Director

These CREA members have demonstrated their commitment to advancing the commercial real estate industry by volunteering their time, energy, and leadership skills to support the organization’s mission.

CREA (Commercial Real Estate Alliance) is dedicated to being the leader in our marketplace by promoting professionalism to its membership through education, communications, and business development. Through networking opportunities, continuing education, and advocacy, CREA equips commercial practitioners with the tools they need to succeed while fostering collaboration and growth within Sarasota and Manatee’s dynamic real estate community.

The Board slate will be voted on by CREA members at the November General Membership meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 11:30 a.m. Members are encouraged to attend, participate in the voting process, and support the future leadership of CREA.

👉 Learn more about CREA and its programs at myrasm.com/commercial.