About — American Jewell Realty
Meet the team · Mid-Missouri

Helping you
buy & sell homes
with confidence.

American Jewell Realty brings the same dedication, integrity, and discipline from our military service into the world of real estate. Deep roots in Mid-Missouri, years of experience, and a commitment to making your journey smooth and stress-free.

Dennis, Mary, and Ethan Jordan at the Columbia Board of Realtors Dennis · Mary · Ethan
1,000+
Families settled
since 2006
20yrs
In Mid-Missouri
real estate
'17
Realtor of the Year
Columbia Board
2
U.S. Navy
veterans on the team
The team

Three people, one family-built approach.

You'll work with a Broker, a nurse-turned-Realtor, and a Navy veteran. Different paths, same commitment — knowledge, integrity, and service in every interaction.

Dennis Jordan
No. 01 · Broker / Owner

Dennis Jordan

Broker · REALTOR® · CRS

Since 2006, Dennis has been a leading force in Columbia real estate, earning the title of Realtor of the Year in 2017 and helping over 500 families buy and sell homes across Missouri. A proud U.S. Navy veteran, he brings discipline, integrity, and a service-first mindset to every client interaction.

Known as one of the Top Ten Realtors in Mid-Missouri year after year, Dennis specializes in everything from residential homes and condos to new construction, farms, and land. His core values? Knowledge. Integrity. Service.

In his words
"Treat others the way I'd want to be treated — with knowledge, honesty, and exceptional service."
Dennis@theGoatBroker.com (573) 881-9585 Available 7 days a week
Mary Jordan
No. 02 · Co-founder

Mary Jordan

RN · MSN · REALTOR®

After more than 25 years as a registered nurse and currently serving as a Nurse Manager at a local Columbia hospital, helping people has always been at the heart of what Mary does. With a Master's in Nursing Leadership from the University of Missouri–Columbia and a Black Belt in LEAN Six Sigma, she brings advocacy, project discipline, and data-driven thinking to every transaction.

Dennis and Mary met in 1995 while he was serving in the Navy. Together they've raised four sons — three chose military service themselves. In her spare time, she runs American Jewell Farm, where she raises Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats.

Off the clock
"Every year we welcome 40–50 kids during kidding season — even title companies get the occasional baby goat visit."
Ethan Jordan
No. 03 · The next generation

Ethan Jordan

REALTOR®

The newest member of Dennis Jordan & Associates. Before stepping into real estate, Ethan served as a Nuclear Reactor Operator in the U.S. Navy — a role that demanded intense focus, accountability, and teamwork. He now applies that same precision to guiding clients through the home-buying process.

Born and raised in Columbia, Ethan grew up as the son of a dedicated REALTOR®. After his honorable discharge, he chose to continue his family's legacy — building trust, delivering results, and ensuring a positive experience for every client.

In his words
"My goal is to make what can feel like a complex, stressful experience seamless and straightforward."
The American Jewell way

Three values that shape every transaction.

01 · Philosophy

Built on integrity.

Treat others the way we'd want to be treated — with knowledge, honesty, and exceptional service. Same standard, every client, every time.

02 · Proven

Mid-Missouri success.

Over twenty years and nearly 1,000 transactions across Central Missouri. In 2017, Dennis was honored as Columbia Board of Realtors® Salesperson of the Year.

03 · Available

Seven days a week.

Buying or selling is a major decision. We answer the phone Saturday, Sunday, and every day in between — because your schedule matters.

The Jordan family story

A name with real roots in Columbia.

In 2006, Dennis and Mary moved to Columbia with their four sons after Dennis's service in the U.S. Navy. The plan was practical — Columbia was equidistant between family in Western Kentucky and Iowa. They quite literally picked it on a map.

What they discovered after settling in changed everything. Dennis's ancestors — the Jewell family — had played a significant role in shaping the city. William Jewell, a former mayor, helped lay out Columbia's early streets, supported the University of Missouri and Stephens College, and went on to establish William Jewell College in Liberty.

The name American Jewell is a tribute to Dennis's great-great-grandmother, America Jewell. It honors the family's patriotism, history, and the many veterans and active-duty servicemembers in their lineage. A name with weight — and the work to back it up.

The Jordan sons
Key dates · 200 years in Columbia

From Jewell to American Jewell Realty.

Five generations of Mid-Missouri service — long before there was a brokerage.

1828
Dr. William Jewell builds Columbia's first hospital at 6th & Broadway.
1877
Louis Napoleon Jordan marries Alice Davidson Jordan — uniting the Jewell & Jordan families.
1995
Dennis & Mary meet while Dennis is serving in the U.S. Navy.
2006
The Jordans move to Columbia. Dennis enters Mid-Missouri real estate.
2017
Dennis named Columbia Board of Realtors® Salesperson of the Year.
Today
Dennis, Mary & Ethan — three Jordans, one team.
Country & community

Proud to serve — both ways.

Two proud veterans of the United States Navy. Now we channel that same dedication into serving the people of Mid-Missouri — helping them navigate one of life's biggest decisions.

Start the conversation

Ready when you are.

Coffee, phone, or porch. Tell us what you're thinking about and we'll meet you wherever you are in the process.