Co-Owner, Business Coach & Real Estate Expert Sam Alpern is a co-owner of the Alpern & Mesenbourg Group, known for his expert marketing, skilled negotiation, and consistent results. Originally from Westchester, New York, Sam moved to Rhode Island after playing for four years with the URI Men’s Basketball Team. He now resides in Wakefield with his wife, Maria, and their two cats. Before co-owning the Alpern & Mesenbourg Group, Sam built and led one of the state’s top-selling teams and served as Director of Productivity at Keller Williams Coastal. He is deeply committed to personal and professional development, both for himself and his team. Sam coaches team members individually, helping them grow their businesses sustainably while maintaining balance and delivering exceptional client service. His dedication to growth, integrity, and excellence ensures that every client experience is smooth, strategic, and successful. Sam welcomes the opportunity to earn your business and guide you confidently through your next real estate transaction.

Co-Owner/Operator & Real Estate Expert Rhonda Mesenbourg understands the profound impact buying or selling a home can have on her clients' lives. She and her team are dedicated to truly understanding each client’s goals and unique journey, treating them like family and ensuring no detail is overlooked. Her commitment is to guide clients seamlessly through buying, selling, or investing in real estate, always keeping their perspective and best interests at heart. Rhonda brings her passion and experience to her role as a business coach, helping agents unlock their potential, set meaningful goals, and design a business — and life — that aligns with their dreams. By providing individualized coaching and actionable strategies, she empowers agents to grow sustainably while maintaining balance and fulfillment. Rhonda is deeply committed to her community and serves as the President of the Newport County Board of Realtors, where she was honored as REALTOR® of the Year in 2024. She has also volunteered with The Warm Center, a homeless shelter in Westerly. In her free time, Rhonda enjoys spending time with her family, including her sweet granddaughter, relaxing at the beach, horseback riding, running, and cycling. Looking ahead, Rhonda is excited to continue her personal and professional growth, serve her real estate clients with excellence, and mentor agents to build successful, balanced businesses and create their Life by Design.

Meet Jackie Mierle, a dynamic force with a journey that exemplifies versatility and resilience within the world of real estate. Since 2013, Jackie's trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable, evolving from an administrator, tech guru and then executive assistant to a sales agent with her last brokerage in VA, and now stepping into the role of Operations Coordinator for our team. Originally from the charming town of Williamsburg, VA, Jackie's journey led her to Rhode Island in 2023, where she embraced a new chapter of her life and career. Jackie's multifaceted background, from being a productivity coach to navigating the world of real estate sales, has provided her with a unique skill set that she now channels into orchestrating the seamless functioning of our team's operations. Her ability to manage diverse responsibilities with grace and precision is a testament to her dedication and adaptability. Beyond her professional prowess, Jackie's heart beats for her loved ones. As a devoted bonus mom, her family's happiness is paramount. Her home is a haven for her five feline companions, reflecting her compassion and nurturing spirit. As a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at the age of 30, she advocates passionately for awareness and earlier testing for women under 40. Her advocacy extends further through her involvement on the board of directors for "Here for the Girls, Inc," a non-profit dedicated to supporting women diagnosed with breast cancer under the age of 51 as it affect their lives before during and after treatment. Jackie's zest for life extends to her hobbies. While she admits to a love for golf, she notes that she is "terrible." She excels in pursuits like hiking and weight lifting, embracing the thrill of the outdoors and the empowerment of physical strength.