Leadership, Learning, Laughter

During my term as your NVAR president, I’m committed to increasing the number of ways for our members to engage with the association. There are more than 12,000 of us – all with varying backgrounds, interests, and levels of experience. My goal this year is to work towards creating opportunities that check a box on each member’s list for professional engagement.

I’m excited to announce that at our February meeting the Board approved the creation of five new leadership opportunities: the Awards & Recognitions Advisory Group, Ambassador Program, Leadership Development Advisory Group, New Member Advisory Group, and Top Producer’s Forum Advisory Team. These additions to our roster of leadership groups will provide additional ways for interested members to engage with the association and to help shape the future of the organization. I hope you’ll consider participating!

This year, we’ll also be adding new professional development options that align with the way that many of our members work. You’ll be seeing more online offerings, “nano-learning” options, and instructors. Stay tuned for details in the coming months.

And finally – FUN! Those of you who know me, know that I like to have fun. And there’s no reason that we can’t combine that with our professional goals. Perhaps you participated in our recent Karaoke Night for NV/RPAC. And our annual trip to the ballpark will take place again in June. Events like this are so much fun, while also serving the important work of the RPAC. We’ll be planning more fun programs throughout the year, including a new event for our Top Producer’s Club members. I hope that you’ll apply for the TPC, if you haven’t already. And plan to join us for the celebration event. We’ll be sharing details about that soon.

I know that we’ve faced some challenges together with our MLS. With your help, we are addressing the issues and moving forward in a positive direction. It is our number one priority. I appreciate the input that I’ve received from many of you. Please read the coverage of our Feb. 15 livestream meet-up with Bright MLS leadership. Our collective engagement on that topic will help to ensure continuing improvements.

Be sure to stay in touch with NVAR so that we can all be engaged! And, as always, feel free to reach out to me directly at president@nvar.com.