Jeff Brugman, PSA

A Valley native, Jeff has been involved in the industry since 1984. He is team lead for Helios Realty Team and former president of a construction-related wholesaler that grew to 38 locations in seven states.
Jeff has been involved in more than 70 commercial transactions over the past 25 years and an active licensee for more than 10 years. He has been instrumental in growing businesses, nonprofits and trade organizations. This experience allows Jeff to best serve as a board member and further members’ interests. He has worked with many of the current board members on the RAPAC Committee, Commercial Council and Leadership Academy. Other board experience includes Project Cure, IOM America, Impact Church and several in the construction industry.

Jeff Dial

Jeff is running for re-election because he believes that the best days of the Scottsdale REALTORS® association are yet to come. A veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve and a REALTOR® since 2010, he previously served as EVP of Dial Chemical before being elected to the state legislature. During his terms, he served in both the House and the Senate.
Jeff says his board goals are to provide value to members, advocate for and influence municipal public policy, engage with members and improve organizational development. He feels it is important to be in touch with the needs and concerns of the members he represents. Jeff hopes to continue serving the association by looking for new ways to make the Scottsdale area a better place to work and live.

Mauricio Lacerda

As a second-generation REALTOR® who grew up in Scottsdale, Mauricio is deeply committed to serving clients and the community. He has been active in both state and local associations, serving on the Arizona REALTORS® Business Technology & Communications and Scottsdale REALTORS® Government Affairs committees.
Through education and cooperation, Mauricio believes we can navigate current challenges facing REALTORS® while keeping the consumer at the heart of everything we do. He is a RAPAC Major Investor, Leadership Academy graduate and two-time Forty Under 40 winner. Mauricio participates in the REALTOR® Caucus, has experience as president of his HOA and is eager for the opportunity to serve as a board director.

Kristin Nelson, e-PRO®

Kristin started at Toll Brothers Luxury Home Builders and was sales certified by Hyland Bay New Homes. She joined HomeSmart in 2012, became a broker in 2019 and graduated from Leadership Academy Class 26 in 2023.
Kristin was one of 135 residents who drafted a Colorado River water solution that was accepted for review by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. She was an intervener in the 2023-24 APS Rate Hearing including discussions about the utility company’s “bring-your-own-device” program for solar energy.  Kristin’s other activities have included volunteering as a Girl Scout troop leader and as committee chair for a PTA daddy/daughter dance. In college, she participated in both foreign and national exchange programs and earned a dual degree in Business & Political Science.

Kevin Owens, SFR®

Kevin is a Scottsdale native and proud Scottsdale REALTORS® member since 2008. He is participating in Leadership Academy Class 27 and is a Forty Under 40 Award recipient.
As an active member, you will find Kevin at RMS tours, broker open houses and real estate conferences. He recently attended the Arizona REALTORS® Caucus to help identify policy concerns that are currently impacting the real estate industry. Kevin has been involved with industry charities like Giveback Homes, Habitat for Humanity and the Arizona Housing Fund, and he believes that collaboration between REALTORS® and Affiliates will elevate the professionalism of our industry. Kevin looks forward to advocating on behalf of Scottsdale REALTORS® members.