James "Jim" H. Huff
On November 15, 2007, former Governor Ernie Fletcher appointed James "Jim" Huff to a four-year term as Commissioner. Commissioner Huff previously served on the Commission from 1981 until 1997 and also served as a Commissioner from 1998 to 1999.
Mr. Huff began his real estate career as a sales associate in 1972 and in 1975 he opened the first Huff Realty in Ft. Mitchell. Today, Mr. Huff is President and CEO of HUFF Realty and the HUFF Commercial Group. He founded HUFF Realty in 1975, growing the company to its current standing of more than 700 agents, offering residential brokerage, commercial brokerage, relocation, rental, mortgage, title, and insurance services. His strategic focus on consumer satisfaction, innovative technology, and an agent centric philosophy has provided a strong foundation for company growth and success. In March 2006, Mr. Huff solidified the HUFF name as a leader in the local real estate market by brokering a deal that resulted in HUFF Realty’s acquisition by HomeServices of America, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, the second largest home services provider in the United States.
Jim Huff has been active in the real estate industry for several decades. He is licensed in the states of Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, and Florida. A renowned personality in the tri-state, he is also active in the real estate industry on the state and national levels. Mr. Huff is currently serving as Chairman of the Kentucky Real Estate Commission, and was appointed chairman three times during his six consecutive governor-appointed terms as commissioner. He is also a past chairman and current board member of the Metropolitan Club. Mr. Huff is largely responsible for a statewide errors and omissions insurance platform that continues to serve the needs of Kentucky real estate practitioners today. He served as a director of ARELLO (Association of Real Estate License Law Officials), holding the position of vice president of the southern district. Mr. Huff was awarded the honor of REALTOR® of the Year in 1981 by the Kenton-Boone Board of REALTORS®, for which he served as president.
Jim Huff resides in Ft. Mitchell with his wife Bert. They have two children, Susan and Rodney, and they are the proud grandparents of Jessica, Jamie, Maria, Justin, Jacob and Emily.
Bob Roberts
On June 26, 2009, Governor Steve Beshear appointed Mr. Robert (Bob) J. Roberts to a four-year term as Commissioner of the Kentucky Real Estate Commission. Mr. Roberts also served on the Commission for sixteen years prior to his last appointment. Mr. Roberts serves as the Consumer Member of the Commission.
Mr. Roberts is the owner of Bob Roberts Insurance and Investment Company, which is located in Richmond, Kentucky. His company has been in business since 1971. Obviously, with all of his insurance experience, Mr. Roberts is an asset to the ongoing success of Kentucky's mandated errors and omissions insurance program.
Mr. Roberts graduated from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) in 1971 with a degree in political science. In 1994, Mr. Roberts was inducted into the EKU Hall of Distinguished Alumni. Other accomplishments include being a life and qualifying member of the Million Dollar Roundtable. Mr. Roberts also received the Chartered Life Underwriter designation from the American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
The Commission is excited to have Mr. Roberts back on board. He brings with him not only his knowledge of insurance, but many years of experience as a former Commissioner. Mr. Roberts says, "I am looking forward to working with the great people and public involved in the real estate industry."
Mr. Roberts lives in Richmond, Kentucky with his wife, Cathy. They have two sons, Joe and John. In addition, they are the proud grandparents to a two-year old granddaughter, Claire.
Delbert "Ken" Perry
Mr. Ken Perry was originally appointed to the Commission on October 31, 2005 by Governor Ernie Fletcher. He was reappointed by Governor Steve Beshear on March 10, 2010 for another four-year term.
Mr. Perry was born and raised in Campbell County, Kentucky. He graduated from the Naval Nuclear Power Program in 1984 and was in charge of the Nuclear Reactor for the U.S.S. Dwight D. Eisenhower. He is also a six-year veteran of the military. Mr. Perry attended the State University of New York and Northern Kentucky University. In the early 1990's, he served as a City Councilman in Alexandria.
Mr. Perry was originally licensed on August 14, 1989. He worked for several real estate companies before starting his own company, Ken Perry Real Estate, in 2002. His firm is located in Cold Spring, Kentucky. Mr. Perry is very passionate about education and since being on the Commission, he has been an advocate for improving real estate education and course offerings.
Mr. Perry is married to Mary Beth Perry and he has a daughter named Jessica.
Glenn Thomas
On October 15, 2008, Mr. Glenn Thomas was appointed by Governor Steve Beshear to a four-year term as Commissioner. This is his first appointment to the Commission.
Mr. Thomas was first licensed as a sales associate in 1977 and received his broker’s license in 1978. In 1980, Mr. Thomas became the President of Hart County Realty and he continues to serve in that capacity today. He is a real estate developer, investor, builder, property manager and consultant.
Mr. Thomas graduated from the University of Louisville in 1981. He holds the prestigious CCIM and ALC designations from the National Association of REALTORS®. He is also a Past-President of the Old Kentucky Home Board of REALTORS® and was President of the Kentucky Association of REALTORS® in 1989. Mr. Thomas is also a graduate of the Kentucky Association of REALTORS® Leadership Kentucky.
Mr. Thomas resides in Munfordville, Kentucky with his wife Phyllis, who is also a Realtor®. They have two children and a grandson named Travis.
Linda Gibson Cecil
Ms. Linda Gibson Cecil was appointed on October 29, 2010 by Governor Steve Beshear to serve a four-year term as Commissioner. This is her first appointment.
Ms. Cecil was first licensed as a sales associate in 1994. She is with Wakefield, Reutlinger Co/Realtors and currently is their sales manager.
Ms. Cecil brings a lot of experience with her for her role as Commissioner. In 2003, she completed her GRI designation (Graduate of Real Estate Institute) and her CRS designation (Certified Real Estate Specialist.) She is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Kentucky Association of REALTORS®, Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®, and the Home Builders Association of Louisville. Prior to being a Realtor®, Ms. Cecil was a partner in a new home construction company. She is the immediate Past President of the Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®. She has served as a chairperson for the Strategic Planning committee. In addition to serving as a Commissioner, Ms. Cecil will be serving on the Finance committee for GLAR and assisting in developing a new Leadership training program for them. For the National Association of REALTORS®, Ms. Cecil serves on the Professional Standards committee as the Kentucky representative.
Ms. Cecil is a native of Louisville. She is an avid baseball fan. Her son, Chris, is an actor and lives in Chicago.