Elizabeth Mendenhall, a REALTOR® from Columbia, Missouri, is a sixth-generation powerhouse who served as the 2018 President of the National Association of REALTORS®. As CEO of RE/MAX Boone Realty, she’s been in the business since 1996, leading two offices with 170 agents while proudly holding the number one market share in both territories.

During her NAR presidency, Elizabeth drove bold innovations, amplifying NAR’s communications, technology, and advocacy strategies. Whether it’s championing fair housing or positioning REALTORS® as tech-savvy advocates, Elizabeth’s leadership has made a lasting impact on the industry.

An accomplished speaker, Elizabeth has taken her dynamic energy to stages nationwide and abroad, wowing audiences with her wit and insight. She’s racked up numerous accolades, including the Inaugural RIS Media Newsmaker Award, Swanepoel Power 200 and RE/MAX Mid-States Broker Owner of the Year.

Beyond real estate, Elizabeth is all about community. She founded the Mid-Missouri Susan G. Komen affiliate and served as its first president. When she’s not in the boardroom or on stage, you might find her catching a sunrise with her two dogs, seeking adventure with her children or nephews, or simply enjoying a good laugh with her partner, David.