Larry DeWitt - Chair
Cherokee 

Larry DeWitt is a native and lifelong resident of Northwest Oklahoma and calls Cherokee, Oklahoma home.  He attended Cherokee High School, Northwestern Oklahoma State University and Oklahoma State University where he received a BS in Agricultural Economics and later a MS in Agricultural Economics.

Larry retired in 2025, after over 29 years in the Banking Industry.   Most recently Larry worked for Shattuck National Bank, N.A..  Previously, Larry was the Executive Vice President of Farmers Exchange Bank (FEB) of Cherokee, OK with a client portfolio of over $200,000,000 and over 250 clients.  The loan portfolio was mostly made up of real estate and medical loans (dentistry and dialysis).  DeWitt served as the Member/Secretary of the Farmers Exchange Bank board of directors, contact person of lending for FDIC and state banking examinations, and member on the ALCO Committee and Daily Loan Committee.  While at FEB he developed a Borrower Composite Credit Index, Credit Memo for Loan Customers and Managed a team of 7 Loan Officers.  Farmers Exchange Bank was awarded the top banking institution by SNL financial for banks under $500 million in assets in 2012 and 2013.  In 2019, Gateway Mortgage Company owned by OK Governor Kevin Stitt merged with FEB naming the new bank Gateway First Bank.  After the merger, Larry’s duties as Senior Vice President were focused on Commercial Lending, and he maintained his Portfolio over $200,000,00 and serving on numerous committees. 

DeWitt’ awards, achievements and memberships are numerous and include Oklahoma Bankers Association Chairman Award 2013, Chairman of the OBA Ag Committee 2007-2018, Oklahoma Ag Mediation Board, Board Member of Alfalfa Electric Cooperative, Board Member of the Investment Committee for the NWOSU Foundation,  past President of the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce, past Treasurer of the Local Lions Club, Treasurer of the Cherokee Methodist Church,  Oklahoma Agriculture Leadership Program Class VII and 2003 Graduate of Colorado School of Banking.

Larry is enjoying retirement, farming and ranching with his wife Patty in Cherokee, OK.  They own and operate an Angus cow/calf operation.  Larry is also enjoying being “Papa” to the grandchildren.

Peggy Wright - Vice Chair
Norman

Peggy Wright received a Bachelor of Education from East Central University in 1998 and enjoyed many years as a public-school classroom teacher in Oklahoma and Texas before transitioning into real estate in 2007.

As an active participant in the real estate industry, Peggy is the owner and broker for Brick and Beam Realty in Norman. She previously served as the managing broker for a real estate firm in Norman for 10 years, supervising over 150+ agents.

Peggy has served on the Board of Directors for the Norman Board of Realtors as well as many committees.  She was elected as the incoming President in 2018 and served as President of the Norman Board of Realtors in 2019.  Peggy has also served on the Oklahoma Professional Standards Committee and as a State Director for the Oklahoma Association of Realtors.

Passionate about teaching, she jumped back into educating the real estate industry by providing training for real estate licensees and tutoring those working towards obtaining a license.  Peggy launched Wright Real Estate School in 2017 and serves as the Director of Curriculum and as an instructor.

Mary Terry
Ada

Mary Terry is the Managing Broker and owner of Mary Terry & Associates, which she opened in 2001. She has served as president of her local board in 2003. Mary Terry was named Associate of the Year in 1997 and Realtor of the Year 2007 and 2018 for the Ada Board of Realtors. She is now serving on the executive committee of the Tulsa MLS Tech Board. She has also served as Director of the Oklahoma Association of Realtors. She has held several positions with OAR including OAR District Vice President 2008-2010, OAR secretary 2011, OAR treasure 2012, OAR President Elect 2013 and OAR President in 2014. In 2018 she was named Realtor of the Year of the Oklahoma Association of Realtors. She has served on the National Association of Realtors Board of Directors 2014-2015, NAR jurisdiction committee, NAR Broker Involvement Council, NAR RPAC Participation Council and Chaired the NAR Idea Exchange council for Brokers. 

Susan Beach 
Tulsa

In the Real Estate Industry since 1996, Susan Beach has served as the Vice President and General Manager of Keller Williams Realty Advantage since July of 1998.  

In November of 2024, she was named Operating Principal for ABWS, Tulsa, Inc. dba Keller Williams Realty Advantage.

 Susan served on many committees over the years for the Greater Tulsa Association of Realtors and as a Board member and Incoming President until 2013 when she was elected President of GTAR.  She also served on the Board of Directors for the Northeast Oklahoma Real Estate Systems Board. She was President elect for this Board in 2017 and President in 2018. 

Susan was the Chair of the Greater Tulsa Association of Realtors Foundation for 2016 and 2017.  She also served as a National Association of Realtors Director from 2019 through 2020. 

Susan served as a Director for the Oklahoma Board of Realtors from 2016 through 2020. 

She was elected Realtor of the Year for Greater Tulsa Association of Realtors in 2015. 

Susan was on the Foundation for Tulsa Schools as a board director and served as Board Chair elect 2016/2017 and Chair of FTS for 2017. 

She was also a member of the Second Century Advisory Council to Northeastern State University for 2018. 

Susan was elected to the Leadership Hall of Fame for Keller Williams Realty International in 2011. 

She was appointed by Governor Kevin Stitt to serve on the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission for a 4 year term in May of 2020.  She was elected as Vice-Chair of the Commission for 2022 and served as Chair in 2023.  Susan was re-appointed by the Governor to serve another 4 year term as a Commissioner beginning July of 2024. 

Susan leads 7 offices, including Mega Agent locations with a total of  400 associates.  Her team consists of  15 staff including a leadership team of 7 individuals who support her in her role.  

Dr. David Chapman 
Edmond

Dr. David Chapman holds the title of Associate Professor of Real Estate at the University of Central Oklahoma. He is the author of Lot Lines in The Journal Record, and writes a monthly column in the magazine Outlook. Dr. Chapman is founder of Realty1, LLC, an innovative real estate firm with divisions performing real estate brokerage, property management, resort construction and management, real estate investment and commercial and residential construction. The firm has employed as many as 30 employees and has sales in excess of $25 million annually. The Chapman’s also owned a mortgage company from 2006 to 2009 that produced loans in excess of $20 Million annually with 4 employees. He is currently President of The Central Oklahoma Commercial Association of Realtors and on the Board of Directors of Positively Paseo. Dr. Chapman's educational background consists of a PhD from Oklahoma State University, Master’s Certificate in Real Estate and Construction Management from the University of Denver, a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Oklahoma State University. He is licensed by the FAA as a Commercial Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor as well as a Airframe and Powerplant mechanic.

Julie Smith
Edmond

Julie Smith-Pittman is a respected real estate leader based in Edmond, Oklahoma, known for her dynamic leadership, commitment to mentorship, and passion for empowering others. She began her real estate career in California in 2000 and quickly became a top-producing agent after returning to Oklahoma in 2003.

In 2012, Julie stepped into leadership as Team Leader and Principal Broker of Keller Williams Realty Premier-Owasso/Claremore. After relocating to Oklahoma City in 2024, she took the helm at Keller Williams Central Oklahoma- Edmond, where she now serves as Principal Broker and Team Leader, overseeing three offices and more than 250 agents.

Julie is a KW MAPS Leadership Coach, a licensed real estate instructor since 2012, and the founder of the Central Oklahoma Real Estate Academy. She was named 2020 REALTOR® of the Year and served as 2023 President of the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS®.

Her service spans all levels of the industry, including roles as a NAR Board Director, Chair of the NAR State Idea Exchange Council, and positions on key national, state, and local committees. She also served on the OREC task force that led to wholesaling becoming a licensed activity in Oklahoma.

Julie is known for her heart-led, result-driven leadership and her commitment to helping others build strong, value-based businesses.

Angela Tinsley
Tahlequah

With over 25 years of experience in real estate and property management, Angela Tinsley brings unmatched insight, professionalism, and leadership to the Oklahoma real estate community. Licensed in Oklahoma, she has built a reputation for excellence not only through successful transactions and operations but also through her passion for developing others in the field.

As a seasoned real estate instructor, Angela brings this diverse, often complex niche of property management into the classroom, delivering practical, real-world education that equips agents with the tools they need to excel. Her teaching is deeply engaging, informed by real-life scenarios, and designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

In her continuing effort to elevate professional standards, she, along with her son-in-law, have elevated the educational landscape by launching the Broker Mastery Course—an advanced training program designed not only to help licensees obtain their broker's license but also to lead, manage, and grow a prosperous brokerage business. This course is transforming how brokers enter the industry, preparing them with a deeper, operations-based foundation for long-term success.

Beyond the classroom, Angela is a Certified Independent Coach, Trainer, and Speaker with the John Maxwell Team. In this role, she helps individuals and organizations unlock their leadership potential, elevate team performance, and grow through intentional coaching and development.

A hallmark of her work is her deep commitment to the art of effective communication. Over the years, she has developed the ability to guide others through even the most challenging conversations—transforming difficult interactions into moments of clarity, connection, and resolution. Through personalized coaching, she empowers others to lead with empathy and confidence, fostering environments of cohesion and trust.

Her influence extends beyond business. She has served on numerous Boards of Directors, including the Greater Tulsa Association of REALTORS®, the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® (OAR), and her area Chamber of Commerce. She will also a proud graduate of Leadership OAR 2025 and has held active roles in Professional Development Committees and other community and industry leadership initiatives—demonstrating a lifelong commitment to service, advocacy, and professional advancement.

On a personal note, Angela has been married to her husband for 35 years and is the proud mother of four beautiful children and four cherished grandchildren. Her life is a balance of professional passion and family joy, both of which she considers her greatest accomplishments.

Blending decades of real estate expertise, instructional excellence, and a heart for leadership, Angela is committed to helping others grow—professionally, personally, and purposefully.