Michael G. Davis
President
Since 1949
About HBREA
Houston's oldest Black real estate association — empowering professionals and building generational wealth for over 75 years.
Democracy in Housing
The Houston Black Real Estate Association (HBREA), founded in 1949, is the local chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). NAREB, founded in 1947, is the oldest and largest minority trade association in America.
HBREA was founded on the principle that all citizens have the right to equal housing opportunities regardless of race, creed, or color.
Our mission is two-fold: to increase wealth in Black communities beginning with homeownership, and to elevate and empower Black real estate professionals. Because when we succeed, our communities succeed.
A Legacy of Leadership
1949
The Founding
Eleven progressive real estate brokers, faced with discriminatory real estate practices, formed HBREA at the Negro Chamber of Commerce. The founders were: J.W. Hubert, J.E Robinson, J.W. Robinson Sr., E.J. Hardy, W.O. Bonner, W.W. Robinson, E.S. McCullough, O.J. Polk, Garfield Clark, Roscoe Cavitt, and S.D. Jones Sr.
1956
Incorporation
The organization was incorporated and became the Houston Real Estate Association, Inc., formalizing its structure and expanding its reach.
1950s-60s
Education Partnership
Through cooperation with Texas Southern University, evening classes in Real Estate Principles, Salesmanship, Real Estate Brokerage, and Real Estate Law were sponsored by the Association, opening doors for aspiring Black real estate professionals.
2012
Rebranding
A DBA was created for HBREA to do business as The Houston Black Real Estate Association, Inc., reflecting our heritage and mission.
Today
Continuing the Legacy
With over 500 active members, HBREA continues to serve as the undisputed voice of Black real estate professionals in Houston, championing homeownership and economic empowerment.
Our Leadership
The dedicated professionals leading HBREA's mission forward.
Officers
Dr. Juan Crawford
1st Vice-President
Alyna Brown-Lewis
2nd Vice-President
Lizz Moala-Page
Secretary
Saleta Patterson
Asst. Secretary
Jatonia Youngblood
Treasurer
LaQuana Davis
Asst. Treasurer
Mark Sonnier
Parliamentarian
Angela Wheatley
Chaplain
Board of Directors
Felicia Guidry
Board Member
Latisha Grant
Board Member
Jason Hyman
Board Member
Alexis Ceasar-White
Board Member
Mia Roma-Price
Board Member
Bobbye Mills
Board Member
Bryther Copes
Board Member
Dr. Kanithia Hills
Board Member
Cassandra White
Board Member
John Pope Test
Board Member
Shanisha Greer
Women's Council
Andre Beraud
YRD (Young Realtist Division)
Consultants
Marla Lewis
Consultant
Committee Chairs
Brittany Rose
Realtist Week Co-Chair
Dez Ealey-Carson
Realtist Week Co-Chair
Tamesha Wells
Broker Circle Co-Chair
Kelly Banks
CWBD Co-Chair
Shannon Higgins
Faith Based Co-Chair
Kathryn Jones-Hunter
Lender Circle
Our Five Pillars
As a proud chapter of NAREB, HBREA is guided by these core principles.
Faith-Based & Civic Engagement
Building bridges between real estate professionals and faith communities.
Education & Economic Development
Creating pathways to homeownership through education and financial literacy.
Political Engagement & Advocacy
Advocating for fair housing policies and equal opportunity.
International Development
Connecting global real estate opportunities for our members.
Membership & Chapter Development
Growing our network of dedicated Realtist professionals.