About Dennis Thomas Dennis prides himself on his unique problem-solving capabilities, innate ability to truly understand his client’s wants, needs, and concerns, and his open and honest communication skills as an agent. He thoroughly enjoys getting to know his clients personally and truly embodies the mentality of “Clients For Life.” Within his business, Dennis supports many organizations/foundations in the Baltimore area, including the Baltimore Humane Society, First Fruits Farm, Wounded Warriors, and Grace Fellowship Church. In tandem with his Real Estate business, Dennis owns and operates one of Maryland’s most successful Wedding Officiating businesses. He has personally married over 250 couples since he started the business in 2017, and has won top awards from both WeddingWire and The Knot each and every year. This business allows him to continue to fuel his passion for consulting and guiding individuals and families through some of life’s largest events. It has only aided his Real Estate business in furthering the development of his communication, networking, and public speaking skills. Dennis graduated from Archbishop Curley High School in Baltimore, MD, in 2011, where he was captain of the baseball team, president of the National Honors Society and a member of the Mixed Martial Arts Club. From there, he attended Washington College in Chestertown, MD, where he was a Business Management major and a 2-year captain of the baseball team before graduating in 2015. Outside of work, Dennis can usually be found on his farm, Jolly Acres, in Reisterstown, MD, with his wife Liz, two Australian Shepherds, Chester and Biscotti, and many other pets and farm animals to include goats, pigs, ducks, chickens, bunnies barn cats and more. Dennis is also an avid outdoorsman and exercise enthusiast, actively engaged in Muay Thai, Archery, and other fun activities.

About Melinda Mente Born and raised in the local area, I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs—surrounded by both the vision of home transformation through my family’s remodeling company and the business acumen of those in commercial real estate. That foundation sparked my love for seeing a property’s potential and inspired me to build a career dedicated to helping people realize theirs. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a focus in Business Management from Towson University. My professional journey began early, at age 15, working for a local high-end children’s boutique where I learned the value of servicing the customer and hard work, plus running a client focused business. After college, I became a recruiter for a local financial staffing firm, followed by a role in mortgages and wholesale banking, where I built a strong foundation in the financial aspects of Real Estate. In 2008, after the housing bubble burst and losing my corporate job, my passion for real estate kept calling. With my second daughter on the way, I took a leap of faith into residential real estate—first supporting an agent in the REO space, then obtaining my license in 2014 and co-founding a high-performing real estate team. Over six years, we grew a top local team, which we later sold before I moved into leadership as the Vice President of a Coldwell Banker branch. That role solidified my greatest passion: developing and inspiring others. From recruiting and coaching agents to supporting leaders in running their offices, I became a trusted resource for strategies, best practices, and systems that drive growth. This opened the door to my current path as a National Learning Consultant with Coldwell Banker, where I have served our agents and leaders across the country for the last 3 years. My mission is simple: to empower realtors to sharpen their skills, strengthen their systems, and elevate their results. I believe the “secret sauce” lies in the right mindset, discipline, and consistency. Creating structure through building systems, having a daily schedule, and building relationships. When we educate and advise our communities, we not only create unforgettable client experiences—we build lasting, thriving businesses. And most of all, I’m excited to meet every one of you—to be someone you can turn to in a multitude of ways. Think of me as part of the village you surround yourself with, helping you be the agent who leaves a lasting mark on our community. Outside of work, I am a mom to 3 amazing girls and a yellow lab! I enjoy spending time with family and friends while staying physically active. My happy place is the beach and that's where you will find me for some R&R!

About Michael Soper At Next Step Realty, Michael Soper leads brokerage operations, strategic planning, and performance standards across the organization. His role centers on building durable systems, enforcing accountability, and aligning people, process, and systems to deliver consistent results at scale. Michael entered real estate through investing starting in 2013 and brings an investor’s discipline to every aspect of the business. His experience spans asset evaluation, value creation, market positioning, and risk management—allowing him to guide both clients and internal teams with precision and clarity. His leadership philosophy emphasizes data-driven decision-making, operational rigor, and long-term value creation. Michael believes real estate functions best as a strategic instrument when approached with structure rather than speculation. Clients and partners engage with him for sound judgment, measured execution, and a governance-oriented approach to complex transactions.

About Gustavo Ponton Born in Cali, Colómbia, Gustavo and his family moved to the United States – first to Florida and then to Maryland where they planted roots in Towson. Gustavo attended Towson High School and Towson University, where he became involved in the business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi. Through the fraternity and its connections, Gustavo launched his career in real estate. For the past ten years, he has used his passion, knowledge, and commitment to his clients to help them realize their dream of home ownership. Gustavo focuses on educating future homeowners to empower them in their quest for the American Dream. He is actively involved with a nonprofit helping low income Hispanic families in the Baltimore area to achieve home ownership. He is bilingual in English and Spanish. Gustavo has been ranked by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) as a top 100 Latino agent in the Northeast. His ten years of real estate experience includes helping primary home owners, building investor rental portfolios, and liquidating assets. Gustavo is excited to join The W Home Group, where he looks forward to providing his clients with a new level of service. Gustavo currently lives in the Worthington community of Owings Mills with his wife, son, and schnauzer. In his free time, he enjoys ultimate frisbee, mountain biking, and working on his fleet of Volvos. His dedication to family, his experience in the community, and his competitive nature makes Gustavo a great real estate agent to have on your side whether you are buying or selling!

About James Weiskerger As Baltimore’s #1 Realtor and owner of Next Step Realty, James is a trusted leader in Maryland real estate. A Maryland native, he grew up outside D.C. before settling in Baltimore County while earning his degree at Towson University. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed a deep knowledge of the area's diverse neighborhoods. James is passionate about helping clients find the perfect home at any stage of life. His market expertise, strong industry connections, and proven track record ensure a seamless buying and selling experience. Known for his integrity and results-driven approach, he has helped countless buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals.

About Scott Travers Scott embarks on his career as a real estate agent, and is no stranger to the real estate world. For the last six years, Scott has developed a thorough understanding of the real estate landscape in Maryland through his work as a property manager. During this time Scott's primary focuses involved coordinating property maintenance, overseeing and upholding lease agreements, as well as helping to establish financial assistance for affordable housing communities dedicated to our aging population. Scott embodies a “how can I help” attitude in his daily life, and is eager to bring this passion for helping others to his career. Scott looks forward to helping those who trust in him to reach their goals, buyers and sellers alike. Scott is a family-oriented man who enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle. In his free time you might find him spending time with his nephew, coaching lacrosse for local FCA Club, cheering on the Ravens, exercising, or simply spending time with friends.

About Jill Wootten Jill has over 13 years of experience selling real estate full-time! She began her real estate career with NVR (Ryan Homes), maintaining her position as a top-ranked salesperson out of hundreds for nearly a decade. Jill has helped over 450 families achieve their real estate dreams all over Anne Arundel County and surrounding areas. Her clients love that she is energetic, tenacious, detail-oriented, and a fierce advocate. Jill makes buying or selling a home, which can be overwhelming, into something easy to understand and navigate with confidence. Jill is 'all-in' with real estate - she owns a portfolio of high-end rentals in Fells Point/Canton, where she lived for 8 years, and is still a Charm City fanatic. Jill moved to Annapolis in 2020 where she enjoys all things water, being outside, biking, and spending time with her husband, her dogs, and foster dogs in their backyard... when they're not watching the sunset over the river in the front. Whatever your current real estate needs, the first step is to contact Jill. Her love for helping clients make smart real estate decisions that improve their lives is clear in every interaction!

About Jessica Moog Jessica is known for her professionalism, warmth, and unwavering commitment to her clients. A lifelong Maryland native and Harford County resident, she offers deep local expertise in the neighborhoods surrounding Baltimore and beyond. Now licensed in both Maryland and Pennsylvania, Jessica serves a wide range of buyers and sellers while maintaining a highly personalized approach. Jessica brings more than 20 years of experience in sales and relationship-based industries to her real estate practice. She is recognized for her strong negotiation skills, clear communication, and ability to navigate transactions with confidence and care. Clients value her steady guidance, attention to detail, and focus on delivering a smooth, well-managed experience at every stage. Jessica strongly believes in giving back to the community she serves. She is a former member of the Junior League of Baltimore, has assisted with planning the NDP Gala for many years, and remains a dedicated advocate of SARC in Harford County. She currently volunteers monthly participating in a Story Hour for moms and children at her church. When she’s not working with clients, Jessica’s greatest joy is her family. She can often be found cheering on her college freshman playing lacrosse, spending time with her youngest daughter, hosting gatherings for family and friends, or enjoying a challenging work out or run, and discovering local restaurants. Whether working with first-time buyers, move-up clients, or those preparing for their next chapter, Jessica is dedicated to providing thoughtful guidance, strategic advocacy, and a highly personalized experience tailored to each client’s goals. If you are considering buying or selling a home in Maryland or Pennsylvania, she will guide you through your next move with confidence and ease.

About Jessica DuLaney Born in Catonsville, MD, Jessica was a three-sport athlete at Catonsville High leading her to play Division 1 lacrosse at Virginia Tech. Upon completing her Bachelors in Psychology at Virginia Tech, she moved to England to earn her Masters in Marketing Management from Durham University while playing lacrosse aboard. Her competitive drive, dedication, passion, and discipline developed through her education/athletic experience has led her to become a successful real estate agent. With a passion for helping people and strong understanding of the Baltimore real estate market, Jessica is committed to helping as many buyers and sellers successfully accomplish their real estate goals. Jessica's core values as a realtor are honesty and communication. She prides herself on truly hand holding her clients through the process and going above and beyond. Jessica started her career at Re/Max in April 2016 and has sold/leased over 100 homes. In March 2018, Jessica was awarded “Rising Star” by the Daily Record. Jessica decided to join The W Home Group in January 2019 to provide a higher level of service to her clients and past clients. She thoroughly enjoys getting to know her clients on a personal level and promises to give her full attention to every detail to the best of her ability throughout their entire home buying/selling process. Her goal is to make the experience stress-free and most importantly exciting!

About Jason Enrique Jason Enrique is a Baltimore County native that was born in the Cockeysville/ Lutherville area. Having lived all over Maryland he has strong knowledge of all the surrounding counties. He has a strong entrepreneurial background having partnered in multiple successful businesses specializing in manufacturing and finance. The foundation of his background is built on sales, service and negotiating. Jason's transition into real estate was an easy decision. He recognizes and values the trust his clients place in him and strives every day to exceed those expectations. With over 25 years experience in client service and sales, his first priority are his clients and their best interest in every sale or purchase. He is attentive to his clients wants and needs, ensuring every transaction is easy and stress free. In his free time, he enjoys spending family time with his wife and 3 kids. He can be found on the field coaching or cheering whether it's lacrosse, football or basketball.