Paul Epperley Named Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors President

The Greater Fort Worth Association of Realtors (GFWAR) recently announced its new leadership for 2025, naming Paul Epperley, a Realtor with Century 21 Judge Fite Co., as its Board President. Epperley officially stepped into the role during the organization’s annual installation event on Jan. 10.

Epperley, a dedicated real estate professional with a strong track record of service, expressed enthusiasm for the year ahead.

“I’m honored to serve GFWAR, its membership, and our community in this capacity,” Epperley said. “I look forward to a great year serving our members and working alongside so many exceptional professionals.”

Epperley has been involved with GFWAR since 2018 and attended the Texas Realtors Leadership Program. His industry accolades include the Century 21 Judge Fite Civic and Pinnacle Quality Service Awards. Beyond real estate, Epperley serves on the Planning and Zoning Commission for North Richland Hills, participates in mayoral task forces, and holds a leadership position with the Knights of Columbus. He’s a graduate of the University of Notre Dame.

Epperley will be joined by an accomplished slate of officers and board members:

• Shawn Buck, Vice President/President-Elect, United Real Estate DFW
• Thaddius Watson, Secretary & Treasurer, We Sell Texas
• Blake Barry, Immediate Past President, Williams Trew Real Estate

2025 GFWAR Board of Directors

Board Members:

• Howard Ashkinos – JPAR Fort Worth
• Laura Beyer Cook – Burt Ladner Real Estate LLC
• Mary Margaret Davis – Mary Margaret Davis, Broker
• Patti Ehrhardt – Roots Real Estate Co
• Coco Fontao – CF Real Estate Firm
• Eddie Forte – TD Realty
• Laura Kelley – RJ Williams & Company RE LLC
• Michelle Lesikar – The Sales Team, Realtors DFW
• Ceslyn Mathis – Michael Costanza and Associates
• Cindy Munoz Salinas – Texas Connect Realty, LLC
• Joelene Slocum – Williams Trew Real Estate

Presidential Appointees:

• Bart Calahan – Roots Real Estate
• Michael Langford – Orr & Associates Real Estate

A Vision for GFWAR’s Future

With more than 4,900 Realtors and affiliate members, GFWAR has been a cornerstone of Fort Worth’s real estate community since 1918. The association is dedicated to advocating for property rights, advancing ethical standards in the industry, and fostering professionalism among its members.

GFWAR CEO Suzanne Westrum praised the incoming board’s leadership.

“The leadership and innovation of the GFWAR Board of Directors are truly remarkable,” Westrum said. “Our members will greatly benefit from the forward-thinking efforts of Paul and the entire Board as they work on their behalf.”

As the governing body, the GFWAR Board of Directors will set the strategic direction for the association, with a focus on supporting its members and promoting housing opportunities in the Greater Fort Worth area.

Their next event, Coffee Talk, takes place on Jan. 24 featuring Realtor Alisha Austin of Homes In Heels. She’ll speak on “Value Is Not a Four-Letter Word”: Know what services you legally can provide as “value” to the real estate transaction and those services from which you must refrain.

For more information on GFWAR and its initiatives, visit www.gfwar.org.