We are thrilled to announce that Heather Mull, with Shaheen, Ruth, Martin & Fonville Real Estate, has been selected as Virginia’s sole representative in the 2025 National Association of Realtors® (NAR) Leadership Academy. This significant achievement highlights her as the only representative from Virginia among the 20 Realtors® chosen nationwide for this prestigious program. We are proud and privileged to have Heather on our team.
Heather Mull – Virginia Representative for NAR Leadership Academy 2025
NAR Leadership Academy
The NAR Leadership Academy provides a rigorous 10-month program to prepare emerging real estate industry leaders for future leadership roles at the local, state, and national levels. The comprehensive curriculum covers NAR’s history, structure, and operations, offering crucial insights into effective leadership practices. This program strongly emphasizes inclusive growth, representation, and professional development, aligning with NAR’s commitment to fostering diverse leadership within the real estate community. Heather’s participation in this program will undoubtedly enhance her leadership skills and benefit our community and clients.
Heather’s Journey to Leadership
Heather’s selection demonstrates her dedication, expertise, and commitment to real estate excellence. She will join professionals from California, Georgia, Texas, and New York. The Leadership Academy will enhance her skills and knowledge, commencing in January 2025 and concluding in November 2025 at NAR NXT, The REALTOR® Experience in Houston, Texas. This journey will provide Heather with exceptional educational opportunities, positioning her as a leader in shaping the future of real estate in Virginia and beyond.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Heather Mull of The Beran Group for this remarkable achievement. Her participation in the NAR Leadership Academy is a source of pride for our brokerage and a testament to the caliber of professionals we are privileged to work with. We look forward to supporting Heather throughout this exciting journey and celebrating her success in the real estate industry.
For more information about the NAR Leadership Academy and how to apply for future classes, please visit nar.realtor/leadershipacademy.
About Shaheen, Ruth, Martin & Fonville Real Estate
The four Managing Brokers, Scott Shaheen, Scott Ruth, John Martin, and Mahood Fonville, founded Shaheen, Ruth, Martin & Fonville with the determination to make a difference and return to the basics of selling local real estate. Since then, the firm has grown to over 180 agents, covering the Greater Richmond and Central Virginia, Williamsburg, Hampton Roads, and Wintergreen markets. The firm has consistently been voted one of Central Virginia’s best real estate firms and serves on the Board of Regents for Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate. The firm prides itself on its commitment to excellence and its dedication to supporting clients and the community.
