GET INVOLVED
Your input, participation, and ideas are needed at the association! The committees are an integral part of our association’s operations and success each year, and all REALTOR® and Affiliate members can get involved. Please carefully consider your interests and the benefits you will gain by participating on a committee, and then complete the form below to sign up.
This committee works to support the mission and goals of the association by contributing their diverse and complementary talents. Committee members educate the affiliate members about their benefits and involvement opportunities within the association.
Chair:
Affiliate Committee
The Climate Action Committee serves as a Bridge AOR resource, educating and facilitating activities in support of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction for a sustainable low-carbon future.
Chair:
Climate Action Committee
This committee works to develop visibility and increase public awareness of the way in which Bridge AOR members give back to the community. Committee members actively build relationships with local charitable organizations and gain “hands-on” experience in fundraising.
Chair:
Community Foundation
Trish Grima, BHG Highland Partners & Abby Stein, Keller Williams Danville
This committee works to plan educational programs, classes and series for members’ continuing education and professional development. Committee members research continuing education opportunities and up-to-date certification information and recruit speakers to present on these topics.
Chair:
Education & Technology Committee
Holly Bradford, Marvin Gardens
Plans the association’s annual installation and awards banquet where the incoming officers and directors are installed and the REALTOR of the Year and Affiliate Awards are presented. Raises funds from sponsors. Meets 4 to 6 times a year
Chair:
Installation Committee
Eric Wong, Winkler Real Estate Group
This committee works to establish relationships with local officials and key decision makers regarding real estate issues. Committee members increase their community awareness and become politically active through their involvement in this committee.
Chair:
Local Government Relations Committee
Mary Canavan, Thornwall Properties Inc. & Eric Wong, Winkler Real Estate Group
This committee provides oversight of MLS policies, publications, and forms. They oversee all computerized services, including the monitoring of the performance standards contained in the MLS contract.
Chair:
MLS Committee
Tia Hunnicutt, Coldwell Banker
This committee is made up of the Grievance committee, Pro Standards Committee and administered by a certified Pro Standards Administrator. On behalf of the Bridge Association of Realtors®, these committees are responsible for enforcing the REALTORS® Code of Ethics.
Chair:
Pro Standards Committee
Eric Wong, Winkler Real Estate Group
The objective of our Public Relations Committee is to promote the Bridge Association of Realtors® and to strengthen our message to the community that local REALTORS® are trusted resources for housing needs and client services.
Chair:
Public Relations Committee
Patricia Bennett, Compass
This committee serves as a resource for REALTORS® who work with senior clients. Committee members will learn about programs designed to help seniors as well as how to address problems faced by our senior clients.
Chair:
REALTORS® Resource for Seniors Committee
Joann Sullivan, Thornwall Properties, Inc.
One of the most important services organized real estate provides is representation in the halls of government. REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF) raises money to advance the goals of our REALTOR® political action committees (PACs) at the local, state, and federal levels of government. RAF supports and/or opposes candidates for elected office who understand, or don’t understand, REALTOR® Issues.
Chair:
REALTOR® Action Fund Committee
Janine Hunt, BHG RE Reliance Partners
Through networking events, the Young Professionals Network (YPN) program gives its members the tools they need to advance their careers — while having fun in the process.
Chair:
Young Professionals' Network (YPN) Committee
Felicia Mares, Abio Properties