2019 virginia national director candidates · 1991 - 1993 co-owner century 21 john tate realtors®...

2019 Virginia National Director Candidates

Thomas Campbell .......................................................................... 2

Karen Smith ..................................................................................... 7

Deborah Baisden .......................................................................... 16

Claire Forcier-Rowe ...................................................................... 27

Chandra Patterson ....................................................................... 38

Veronica Seva-Gonzalez .............................................................. 46

Mary Dykstra ................................................................................. 48

Thai Hung Nguyen ........................................................................ 56

Thomas Campbell Greater Piedmont Area

License Type: Associate Broker Years as a REALTOR®: 21 years Licensed in: Virginia Real Estate Specialty: Residential

Attachments: Endorsements

Office InformationFathom Realty 47 Garrett Street Warrenton, VA 20186 United States

Position in firm: Associate Broker Licensees in your firm: 2300 Licensees in your office: 10 Branches in your firm: 63

RPAC Contribution History Thomas Campbell

2018 Sterling R 2017 Sterling R 2018 Sterling R

Applicant InformationCollege/University Degree(s): United States Naval Academy B.S

Professional/Educational Designations: Graduate REALTOR Institute, Accredited Buyers Rep, Military Relocation Professional, Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource e-PRO

Previous REALTOR® association involvement within your local, state, or national REALTOR® association:

Local Association Involvement: Greater Piedmont REALTORS Board of Directors 2011-2015

Vice President 2013 President 2014 Immediate Past President 2015

Public Policy/RPAC: 2011- Present Chair 2015-2017

Education Committee: 2009-2010

REALTOR of the Year: 2014 & 2016

State Association Involvement: Virginia REALTORS Board of Directors 2018-2020 Bylaws Review Subcommittee 2018 BOD Liaison to Fredericksburg Association 2018

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RPAC Trustees 2017-2019 Public Policy Committee: 2013-2017

Vice Chair 2016 Chair 2017

VLA Alumni Board 2015-2017 Chair 2015 & 2016

PAG to determine team definition 2017 Bill Review Subcommittee: 2012 Leadership Academy Graduate: 2011

National Association of REALTORS Involvement: Public Policy Coordinating Committee: 2018-2019 FPC Team VA 5th District Rep: 2015-Present

REALTOR® Institute/Society/Council/Section memberships held:

Significant civic/community/professional group involvement and accomplishments:

Civic/Community/Church Involvement: Rotary Club of Warrenton

BOD 2008-2013 Vice President 2010-2011 President 2011-2012

Fauquier Chamber of Commerce BOD 2008-2010 Chair Legislative Affairs 2009-2010

Greater Warrenton Chamber of Commerce BOD 2011-2013 Secretary 2012 Received the 1st Presidential Award for Community Leadership

Warrenton United Methodist Church Chair of the Finance Committee 2013-2017

Fauquier County Red Cross Board Of Directors 2017-Present

Why do you want to be a member of the NAR Board of Directors?

Involvement is the key. I have been, over the past 7 years, and continue to be extremely involved in both the state and my local association. I have discovered that the more I am involved the more I learn. I have been faced with making decisions on many issues. These issues have shaped the REALTOR profession as well as improving home ownership in the Commonwealth. Each time I have honed my skills, added to my knowledge base, and expanded my experience level. I now what to represent our members and our home owners at the national level. I believe I have the appropriate skills, knowledge, and experience to represent them well.

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In your opinion, what are the three greatest challenges the National Association will face in the next three years? Please elaborate briefly.

There are many challenges NAR will face over the next three years. The three greatest ones in my opinion are: Increasing Student Debt, Communicating Value to the Members, and Extreme Civil/Political Unrest.

Student debt: Student Debt in this country is a fact-of-life and will continue to rise as the student population rises. Millennials are the largest group of first time home buyers. This group needs to be able to qualify for a mortgage in order for the buying cycle to continue.

Communicating Value to Members: This challenge has been an issue for years and continues to be not only on the national level but also on the state and local level. REALTORS I have spoken to across the country want to know what they are getting for their membership dollars. Those of us that attend the conventions, serve on committees and are actively involved in the associations know the benefits. We however are the minority. Developing an effective/efficient communication plan is key to meeting this challenge.

Civil/Political Unrest: This challenge has been brewing for almost a decade but has become a major issue over the past 18 months or so. Even with all of the economic indicators being positive and consumer confidence appearing to be strong housing starts and home sales are stagnate or even declining in areas nationwide. Potential buyers and sellers see this unrest and it causes them to be cautious.

Are you a regular annual investor in RPAC? At what level?

Yes. Sterling R

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Karen Smith Richmond; License Type: Associate Broker Years as a REALTOR®: 35 years Licensed in: Virginia Real Estate Specialty: Residential Attachments: Résumé

Endorsements

Office Information

RE/MAX Commonwealth 7201 Glen Forest Drive Richmond, VA 23226 United States Position in firm: Associate Broker Licensees in your firm: 70 Licensees in your office: 40 Branches in your firm: 2 total offices

RPAC Contribution History Karen Smith

2018 Golden R & President’s Circle 2017 Golden R & President’s Circle 2016 Golden R & President’s Circle Eligible for RPAC Hall of Fame end 2018

Applicant Information

College/University Degree(s): Some college Professional/Educational Designations: ABR ABRM CRB CRP CRS GRI EPRO


See attached resume. REALTOR® Institute/Society/Council/Section memberships held:

WCR - National and Local CRS - National and Local


I have devoted the majority of my time to involvement in the real estate industry as seen on my attached resume.


I want to give back to the industry that has given so much to me and feel very passionate doing so!

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I have had opportunities in my career at different size brokerages and at different REALTOR® Associations. These varied experiences have given me a unique perspective regarding diverse views on issues from brokers, individuals and associations. I am looking forward to contributing to the policy decisions that impact our profession with input from our members. My goal is to be accessible and listen to your ideas and concerns. It would be my honor to serve Virginia REALTORS® as a NAR Director.


It hard to select just three when the challenges are a constant moving target.

Professionalism – We need to provide the resources, training and expectations for our member that lead to a better understanding about what it is to be a professional REALTOR and improving the public’s perception about the value we bring to the table.

Our Value Package - championing the REALTOR value proposition as technology and apps flood the marketplace, promoting the value of using a REALTOR, increasing our value to members and enhancing services.

Technology – keeping up with and keeping the edge, the influence that Artificial Intelligence will have on real estate, staying ahead of trends, leveraging technology from the agent and broker point of view.


Golden R, President's Circle

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KAREN K. SMITH

KAREN K. SMITH has been a REALTOR® since 1983. She is the General Manager for RE/MAX Commonwealth (Glen Forest, Westgate and Fan offices) and has been in management in the Richmond area since 1992. Karen served as President of the Richmond Associa on of REALTORS® and served twice as President of the Southwest Virginia Associa on of REALTORS®. She is currently serving on the Richmond Associa on of REALTORS Board of Directors and the Virginia REALTORS® Board of Directors. She has the ABR, ABRM, CDPE, CRB, CRP, CRS, e-PRO and GRI designa ons. As the General Manager for RE/MAX Commonwealth, Karen provides the following services: · Directs and executes technology ini a ves · Assists with staff and staff technology training · Promotes RE/MAX and Regional events · Familiarizes new associates with RE/MAX systems and procedures · Maintains and monitors vendor rela onships · Assists in the development and implementa on of new projects · Buffini Mentor, Tom Ferry Mentor · Supervises staff and equipment purchases

ASSOCIATE BROKER ABR ABRM CRB CRP CRS e-PRO GRI

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2009 CDPE – Cer fied Distressed Property Expert 2000 EPRO Cer fied 1999 ABRM – Accredited Buyer Representa ve Manager 1999 ABR – Accredited Buyer Representa ve 1990 - Present A endance at VAR mee ngs 1998 - 2008 A endance at various VAR Reloca on Day Seminars

CRP – Cer fied Reloca on Professional Designa on 1995 - Present A endance at various educa onal programs at the RE/MAX Conven ons 1993 - 1995 Century 21 Orbit Management Program 1992 - 2002 A endance at various VAR Broker Manager Retreats 1992 CRB - Cer fied Residen al Broker 1990 CRS - Cer fied Residen al Specialist 1988 GRI - Graduate REALTOR® Ins tute 1983 - 1987 Virginia Highlands Community College

(GPA 4.0) - Principals of Real Estate I, Principals of Real Estate II, Real Estate Appraisal, Real Estate Brokerage, Real Estate Finance, Real Estate Investment, Real Estate Law, Real Estate Property Management

1983 - Present A endance at various educa onal seminars

EDUCATION

REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE

ASSOCIATION ACTIVITY

1996 - Present General Manager RE/MAX Commonwealth | Glen Forest, Westgate and Fan Offices Real Trends Top 500 Company | Power Broker Top 350 Company

2014 REALTOR of the Year Richmond Association of REALTORS 2011 VAR Manager of the Year 1993 - 1996 Sales Manager, Century 21 Old Richmond Realty, LLC | Midlothian Office 1991 - 1993 Co-Owner Century 21 John Tate REALTORS® 1993 Licensed as Associate Broker, Century 21 John Tate REALTOR 1992 REALTOR of the Year Southwest Virginia Association of REALTORS 1990—Present VAR Honor Society 1983 - 1987 Licensed as Salesperson, Century 21 John Tate REALTORS®

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® 2015-2016, 2018-2019 Member NAR Data Strategy Commi ee 2015 Omega Tau Rho Fraternity 2010 - 2014 Member NAR MLS Commi ee 2009 - 2011 NAR Director 1992 - Present A endance at various NAR mee ngs 1990 - Present Member RNMI and RM Council 1983 - Present Member NAR 1983 - Present RPAC Contributor—Current level—Golden R—President’s Circle

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VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Commi ee Posi on Term Begin Date Term End Date Virginia REALTORS BOD Member 11/08/2016 11/5/2019 Budget Commi ee Member 11/2017 11-2018Strategic Funding Commi ee BOD Liaison 11/18/2016 11/6/2017Public Policy Commi ee Member of Commi ee 11/16/2015 11/8/2016RPAC FBI Workgroup Member of Commi ee 1/1/2015 12/31/2015RPAC Trustees Ex-Officio 1/1/2015 12/31/2015VAR Board of Directors Member of commi ee 11/13/2012 11/16/2015RPAC Fundraising Chairs Forum Chairman 11/11/2014 11/15/2015Budget Commi ee of the BOD Member of Commi ee 11/11/2014 11/15/2015RPAC FBI Workgroup Member of Commi ee 1/1/2014 12/31/2014RPAC Fundraising Chairs Forum Vice Chairman 11/12/2013 11/10/2014Budget Commi ee of the BOD Member of Commi ee 11/12/2013 11/10/2014Strategy Commi ee of the BOD Member of Commi ee 11/13/2012 11/12/2013Award Selec on Commi ee Member of Commi ee 7/1/2012 12/31/2012Award Selec on Commi ee Member of Commi ee 1/1/2012 12/31/2012VAR Manager of the Year Member of Commi ee 1/1/2012 12/31/2012Strategy Commi ee of the BOD Member of Commi ee 11/15/2011 11/12/2012VAR Board of Directors Member of Commi ee 11/17/2009 11/12/2012NAR Directors Director 12/1/2009 11/14/2011Risk Management Commi ee BOD Liaison 11/9/2010 11/14/2011Local Associa on Presidents President 1/1/2010 12/31/2010VLA Selec on Commi ee Member of Commi ee 7/1/2010 12/31/2010Strategy Commi ee of the BOD Member of Commi ee 11/17/2009 11/8/2010Local Associa on Presidents-Elect President-Elect 1/1/2009 12/31/2009VREEF Work Group Member of Commi ee 1/1/2007 12/31/2009VAR Delegate Body Member of Commi ee 12/1/2008 8/24/2009Local Educa on Directors Director 1/1/2003 12/31/2003VREEF Trustees Trustee 1/1/1996 12/31/2003Reloca on Conference Work Grp Member of Commi ee 11/12/2002 11/10/2003VREEF Work Group Member of Commi ee 3/23/1998 3/23/2003VREEF Trustees Immediate Past Chair 1/1/2002 12/31/2002Reloca on Conference Work Grp Member of Commi ee 11/6/2001 11/20/2002VAR Board of Directors Member of Commi ee 9/25/1999 9/24/2002VREEF Trustees President 1/3/1996 1/2/2002VAR Board of Directors Member of Commi ee 10/10/1996 9/20/1999Local Cer fied Ethics Trainers Member of Commi ee 1/1/1995 12/31/1998Professional Development Comm. Member of Commi ee 10/1/1996 10/1/1997VREEF Work Group Chairman 6/17/1996 9/25/1997Broker Manager Work Group Member of Commi ee 1/1/1996 12/31/1996Professional Development Comm. Member of Commi ee 1/1/1996 10/10/1996General Educa on Commi ee Member of Commi ee 1/1/1995 12/31/1995Professional Development Commi ee Member of Commi ee 12/14/1995 12/31/1995REALTOR Firm Educa on Directors Forum Member of Commi ee 1/1/1995 12/31/1995REALTOR Firm Educa on Directors Forum Member of Commi ee 7/11/1995 12/31/1995REALTOR Firm Educa on Directors Forum Member of Commi ee 1/1/1995 12/31/1995VAR Honor Society Member of Commi ee 1/1/1995 12/31/1995VREEF Trustees Member of Commi ee 1/1/1995 12/31/1995General Educa on Commi ee Member of Commi ee 1/1/1994 12/31/1994Local Cer fied Ethics Trainers Member of Commi ee 1/1/1994 12/31/1994REALTOR Firm Educa on Directors Forum Member of Commi ee 1/1/1994 12/31/1994VAR Honor Society Member of Commi ee 1/1/1994 12/31/1994VREEF Trustees Member of Commi ee 1/1/1994 12/31/1994Local Cer fied Ethics Trainers Member of Commi ee 1/1/1993 12/31/1993VAR Honor Society Member of Commi ee 1/1/1993 12/31/1993 VAR Honor Society Member of Commi ee 1/1/1992 12/31/1992

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RICHMOND ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® 2015-2017, 2018-2020 Richmond Associa on of Realtors Board of Directors 2015 –2017 CVRMLS Board of Directors 2014 REALTOR of the Year Richmond Associa on of REALTORS 2011-2016 Member MLS Commi ee 2012,2014,2016 Member Nomina ng Commi ee 2011– Present Broker Council 2011 Chair Professional Standards Commi ee 2011 Past President Richmond Associa on of Realtors and CVLMS 2011 Chair Nomina ng Commi ee 2011 Chair Personnel Commi ee 2010 Chair Budget and Finance Commi ee 2010 President Richmond Associa on of Realtors and CVMLS 2009,2010,2011 Member Budget and Finance Commi ee 2003 – 2009 Richmond Associa on of Realtors Board of Directors 2003– 2009 CVRMLS Board of Directors 2009 President Elect of the Richmond Associa on of Realtors and CVRMLS 2008 Chair MLS Commi ee 2000 - 2002 Chair Awards Commi ee 1997-2007 Member MLS Commi ee 1997 - 1998 Member Programs Commi ee 1997 - 1999 Member Awards Commi ee

Chair Educa on Advisory Commi ee Chair Sub-Commi ee – Internet Data Vendors

1998 Member – Sub-Commi ee – MLS Book Study 1996 - 1997 Co-Chair Educa on Advisory Commi ee 1996 Co-Chair Programs Commi ee 1996 – Present Service on various sub-commi ees 1996, 2001,2002, 2012-2014 Professional Standards Commi ee Member 1995 Programs Commi ee Member 1995 Co-Chair Golf Tournament 1994 Chair – Educa on Sub-Commi ee - Seminars 1993 – Present RAR Honor Society 1992 - 1995 Worked on RAR Can-Tree project

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WOMEN’S COUNCIL OF REALTORS®

2003 Richmond Chapter WCR President 2002 Richmond Chapter WCR President Elect 1999 - Present Member Richmond Chapter WCR 2001, 2002 Richmond Chapter WCR REALTOR® of the Year Award 2001 Richmond Chapter WCR Vice President of Programs

SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

1992 REALTOR® of the Year Award 1991, 1993 Director Southwest Virginia Associa on of REALTORS® 1991, 1993 Chair Nomina ng Commi ee

Chair Membership Commi ee 1990, 1992 President Southwest Virginia Associa on of REALTORS® 1990 Chair Community Service Commi ee

Chair Nomina ng Commi ee 1989 Treasurer Southwest Virginia Associa on of REALTORS® 1989 Chair Community Service Commi ee

Chair American Home week Commi ee 1988 Chair Community Service Commi ee 1987 Secretary Southwest Virginia Associa on of REALTORS® 1983 - 1986 Service on various commi ees

CENTURY 21 ACTIVITY:

1994 - 1995 Member Central Virginia Brokers Council 1993 Vice-President Southwest Virginia Brokers Council 1991 - 1993 Member Southwest Virginia Brokers Council

RE/MAX ACTIVITY:

2008 - Present A endance at RE/MAX Premier Broker Mee ngs 1995 - Present A endance at RE/MAX, LLC Conven ons 1996 - Present A endance at RE/MAX Central Atlan c Mee ngs

OTHER ACTIVITY:

1998 - Present Member Employee Reloca on Council 1996 - Present Member Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce

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Deborah Baisden Hampton Roads License Type: Salesperson Years as a REALTOR®: 29 years Licensed in: Virginia Real Estate Specialty: Residential Attachments: Résumé

Endorsements

Office Information

BHHS Towne Realty 301 Lynnhaven Parkway Virginia Beach, VA 23452 United States Position in firm: Salesperson Licensees in your firm: 450 Licensees in your office: 80 Branches in your firm: 14

RPAC Contribution History Deborah Baisden

2018 Golden R & President’s Circle 2017 Golden R & President’s Circle 2018 Crystal R & President’s Circle NAR RPAC Hall of Fame - 2017


College/University Degree(s): Professional/Educational Designations: CRS GRI ABR


See resume REALTOR® Institute/Society/Council/Section memberships held:

CRS Significant civic/community/professional group involvement and accomplishments:

Along with giving to The American Cancer Society, Habitat for Humanity, March of Dimes, Samaritan House and the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughter I have been actively involved as a founding executive board member of VB HOME NOW Inc which was created to support the new Virginia Beach Housing Resource Center due to open this month. Our goal is to provide monetary support for programs and services to make sure that homelessness is "brief, non-recurring and rare" in our cities. To date we have raised nearly 700K.

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My local and state associations have invested valuable member resources in me over the years by placing in positions and on committees where I have had the opportunity to learn and have influence for our members in the areas of policy, benefits and services. It seems only right that the members of Virginia benefit from having a past local and state president at tables where we can have a voice.

This year I have Chaired a PAG (Presidential Advisory Group) on Total Electronic Closings to advise the leadership team at NAR on what role we should play in the evolution. Total Electronis Closings are coming and may dramatically alter the way we do business and the caution here is to constantly be aware that this is a relationship business and we must never lose sight of our role at the center of the transaction. I am also Vice Chair of State and Local Issues Policy Committee, a member of Smart Growth Advisory Board and Public Policy so having those opportunities for Virginia to be engaged in the disccussions through my participation should be a win win and I want every member to know that I will carry the messages/concerns to NAR through these committees and as the 2022 Regional Vice President. I humbly ask to be re-appointed as an NAR Director


NAR Strategic Priorities as recently released lays it out perfectly for us! We need to redouble our efforts in advocacy and regulatory monitoring and be the watch dog on issues coming our way, educate our members on the importance and increase our consumer awareness of what it is we are doing and how it affects them. Advance Member and Consumer Communication which demonstrates relevancy, have a consistent message, partner within our communities to promote Realtors as community leaders and dig deep to find the issues that are affecting our communities and homeowners. NAR's stewardship and ownership of our data needs to be adaptable to change and new partnerships to maintain our position as the source of all things real estate and keep up with the rising tide of change. Our members need a committment from NAR that their business will be enhanced by the latest technologies. And last but not least to enhance the member experience, raise the bar on professionalism and provide the lastest tools and processes to make our members successful!


I have contributed yearly from my very first year in the business as a Golden R, President's Circle member I was inducted this year into the Hall of Fame.

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August 9, 2018

To The Virginia Delegate Body

When Deborah Baisden asked me to write a letter of recommendation for her, I did a double take.

After getting over the initial shock, I was humbled as Deborah has been my mentor and friend for the

past 5 years.

At my first meeting, she came across as a genuine, caring, professional human being who listened.

We hit it off from the get go. When we met the next time she recalled our conversation and asked

pertinent questions. This demonstrated that not only did she listen she remembered. She was not

making small talk to pass the time, she genuinely cared.

As I got to know Deborah, and met her at various VR and NAR events, she guided me, a newcomer to

these events. She sought me out and made sure I was alright, introducing me to others so that I felt

included. Deborah has been a confidant and mentor as I took on more leadership at NVAR. The more

I got to know Deborah, the more I wanted to emulate her. She is the consummate professional, who

speaks her mind and cares passionately about the Realtor family. She volunteers her time selflessly

to improve professionalism in the industry.

Words can not describe my resounding support of Deborah Baisden as my representative, and the

representative for Virginia Realtors at NAR! She will continue to make us proud.

Best Wishes

Lorraine Arora

Lorraine Arora Associate Broker Weichert Realtors 3998 Fair Ridge Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

2018 NVAR Chairman

2018 NAR Director

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Deborah A. Baisden 3300 Chappell Place, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 | 757 404 6020 | [email protected]

Education BACHELOR OF FINE ART | MAY 1975 | UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

VISUAL ARTS DIPLOMA | MAY 1972 | SHERIDAN COLLEGE OF ART

LICENSED REALTOR IN VIRGINIA | MARCH 1989

Skills & Abilities

· Strong organizational and leadership skills

· Effective teacher, speaker, mentor

· Interest in advocacy for property owner rights

· Marketing and internet proficiency

· Budget and strategic planning experience

Designations CRS GRI

RPAC Presidents Circle, Golden R

Experience

REALTOR | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES TOWNE REALTY | JANUARY 2015 – PRESENT

REALTOR | PRUDENTIAL TOWNE REALTY | MARCH 1994 – DECEMBER 2014

PRESIDENT | VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS | NOVEMBER 2014 – OCTOBER 2015

PRESIDENT-ELECT | VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS | NOVEMBER 2013 – OCTOBER 2014

· Part of the Leadership Team and Board of Directors since 2008

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD | HAMTON ROAD REALTORS ASSOCIATION | OCTOBER 2003 – NOVEMBER 2004

REALTOR | ROSE & KRUETH REALTY | JUNE 1989 – FEBRUARY 1994

CURATOR | ART GALLERY OF NOVA SCOTIA | SEPTEMBER 1975 – SEPTEMBER 1988

CALLIGRAPHER | INK SPOT CALLIGRAPHY | SEPTEMBER 1975 - 1992

· Owned and operated private calligraphy business

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NAR Recent Experience

2004, 2015-2018 DIRECTOR

2012 PAG MEMBERSHIP STRUCTURE 2012, MEMBER

2016 CHAIR MEMBERSHIP POLICY AND JURISDICTION COMMITTEE (SERVED 5 YEARS ON COMMITTEE)

2016 CHAIR WORKGROUP MEMBERSHIP POLICY AND JURISDICTION – POLICY REVIEW

2017 WORKGROUP ADVOCACY RESOURCES/TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION, MEMBER

2017 STRATEGIC THINKING ADVISORY COMMITTEE, MEMBER

2018 VICE CHAIR STATE AND LOCAL ISSUES POLICY COMMITTEE

2018 PUBLIC POLICY COORDINATING COMMITTEE, MEMBER

2018 SMART GROWTH ADVISORY BOARD, MEMBER

2018 CHAIR PAG ECLOSINGS

CHARITIES

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY | SAMARTHAN HOUSE | CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF THE KINGS DAUGHTERS

VB HOME NOW, INC.

AWARDS

HRRA REALTOR OF THE YEAR 1999 AND 2015 | HRRA VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR 2003 | HRRA CODE OF ETHICS

AWARD 2005 | NAR OMEGA TAU RHO AWARD 2005

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Deborah A. BaisdenHampton Roads Realtors® Association

Committee Association From Thru Position StatusProf. Standards HRRA 1/1/2006 12/31/2018 Member ActiveResale Council HRRA 1/1/2014 12/31/2014 Member ActivePast Presidents HRRA 1/1/2012 12/31/2012 Member ActiveHRRPAC Trustees 2011 HRRA 1/1/2011 12/31/2011 Member ActiveHRRPAC Board of Trustees 2010 HRRA 1/1/2010 12/31/2010 Member ActiveHRRPAC Board of Trustees 2009 HRRA 1/1/2009 12/31/2009 Member ActiveREALTOR Foundation Brd Trustee HRRA 1/1/2009 12/31/2009 Chairman ActiveREALTOR/Lawyer HRRA 1/1/2008 12/31/2008 Member ActiveEthics Case 429 HRRA 1/1/2008 12/31/2008 Member ActiveGovernment Affairs HRRA 1/1/2008 12/31/2008 Member ActiveHRRPAC Board of Trustees 2008 HRRA 1/1/2008 12/31/2008 Member Active2008 Nominating Committee HRRA 1/1/2008 12/31/2008 Member ActiveREALTOR Foundation Brd Trustee HRRA 1/1/2005 12/31/2008 TRUSTEE ActiveMediators Professional Standar HRRA 1/1/2007 12/31/2007 Member ActiveOpen House Invitees HRRA 1/1/2007 12/31/2007 Member ActiveHampton Rds REALTOR Foundation HRRA 1/1/2006 12/31/2006 Member ActiveBudget & Finance HRRA 1/1/2002 12/31/2005 Immediate Past Pres ActiveProf. Standards HRRA 1/1/2002 12/31/2005 Member ActiveHRRA Board of Directors HRRA 1/1/2001 12/31/2005 Immediate Past Pres InactiveEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE HRRA 1/1/2003 12/31/2005 Chairman-Elect InactiveBoard of Directors OMG 1/1/2005 12/31/2005 Representative ActiveHRRPAC Board of Trustees 2009 HRRA 1/1/2005 12/31/2005 DIRECTOR ActiveCircle of Excellence Joint HRRA 1/1/2004 12/31/2004 Member InactiveHRRA Convention & Trade Show HRRA 1/1/2003 12/31/2004 Member InactiveHRRPAC Board of Trustees 2009 HRRA 1/1/2004 12/31/2004 Chairman of Board Active2004 HRRA Leadership HRRA 1/1/2004 12/31/2004 Member ActiveREALTOR Foundation Brd Trustee HRRA 1/1/2004 12/31/2004 Chairman of Board InactiveCircle of Excellence Committee HRRA 1/1/2003 12/31/2003 Member ActiveEvents Focus Group HRRA 1/1/2003 12/31/2003 Member Active

HRRA 1/1/2002 12/31/2003 Chairman-Elect ActiveHRPAC HRRA 1/1/2003 12/31/2003 Member ActiveCircle of Excellence Committee HRRA 1/1/2002 12/31/2002 Member ActiveEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE HRRA 1/1/2002 12/31/2002 Vice Chair Committee ActiveGrievance HRRA 1/1/2000 12/31/2001 Member Active

HRRA 1/1/2001 12/31/2001 Director At Large ActiveHRRA Board of Directors HRRA 1/1/2000 12/31/2000 DIRECTOR ActiveGrievance HRRA 1/1/1997 12/31/1999 Member ActiveHRRA Board of Directors HRRA 1/1/1999 12/31/1999 Member ActiveCircle of Excellence Recipient HRRA 1/1/1995 12/31/1996 Gold ActiveCircle of Excellence Committee HRRA 1/1/1994 12/31/1995 Chairman of Board Active

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Deborah A. Baisden

Virginia Realtors®

2014-2018 NAR State Elected Director

2017 Past President

2016 Immediate Past President

2015` President President

2014 President Elect LT

2013 Vice President LT

April 2012 Awards Workgroup Chairman

2008 – 2011 VAR Board of Directors Member

November 2009 Budget & Finance Member

April 2009 Budget & Finance Member

October 2008 Structure and Representation Work Group Member

November 2007 Strategic Planning Member

September 2007 Public Policy Advocacy Group Member

October 2006 Public Policy Advocacy Group Member

April 2006 Mediation Training Member

April 2006 Public Policy Advocacy Group Member

January 2005 Delegate Body Hampton Roads Member

January 2004 Delegate Body Hampton Roads Member

December 2003 NAR Directors Member

November 2003 Local Association Presidents Member

May 2004 Local Association Directors Hampton Roads Director

January 2003 Delegate Body Member

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December 2002 Local Association President Elect HR President Elect

April 2002 Convention Education Work Group Member

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National Association of Realtors®

2018 Vice Chair State and Local Issues Policy Committee

Public Policy Coordinating Committee

Smart Growth Advisory Board

2017 Strategic Thinking Advisory Group

2017 Advocacy Resources/Territorial Jurisdiction Work Group

2016 Membership Policy & Board Jurisdiction Committee

Chairman

2015 Membership Policy & Board Jurisdiction Committee

Vice Chairman

2014 Realtor Leadership Program 200, 201

2004, 2015 – Present NAR Director

2012 Membership Structures Review PAG

2010 – 2017 Membership Policy & Board Jurisdiction Committee

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Claire Forcier-Rowe Richmond; Chesapeake Bay & Rivers License Type: Associate Broker Years as a REALTOR®: 24 years Licensed in: VirginiaNo Real Estate Specialty: Residential Attachments: Endorsements

Office Information

Long and Foster 3428 Pump Road Richmond, VA 23233 United States Position in firm: Associate Broker Licensees in your firm: 9850 Licensees in your office: 30 Branches in your firm: 280

RPAC Contribution History Claire Forcier-Rowe

2018 Golden R 2017 Golden R and President’s Circle 2016 Crystal R and President’s Circle NAR RPAC Hall of Fame Eligible end-2018


College/University Degree(s): Professional/Educational Designations:

Previous REALTOR® association involvement within your local, state, or national REALTOR® association: REALTOR® Institute/Society/Council/Section memberships held: Significant civic/community/professional group involvement and accomplishments: Why do you want to be a member of the NAR Board of Directors?

Having the opportunity to serve as an NAR Director is truly multi-facetted. For example, the awareness of the many issues and trends that challenge our industry. Or the many friendship made across our country; and the knowledge gained because of those friendships. And the opportunity to first listen and then be a voice for our members. I wish to serve as a director, because I’m not finished yet; I have more to offer. My responsibility is to listen, to learn what the needs and concerns of our members are, and then to use that knowledge to ensure that the decisions made benefit all. I want to continue to serve; I want to continue to be involved, and I ask for your support.

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NFIP: National Flood Insurance Program. Recently, our representatives in Washington extended the program through November. While this extension helps; it is not an adequate solution. The intention was that the extension would allow re-authorization and restructuring of the program for the long term. NAR must stay at the forefront and help craft any proposed legislation; because the impact on our industry is too significant to ignore.

The revamping of Freddie and Fannie Mae: To ensure a strong and reliable home financing environment, NAR must participate in this effort and stress the importance of government backing of these entities. Offering secondary markets for mortgages is essential for capital for lenders. Without a viable secondary market, interest rates would continue to rise, housing would become even less affordable and the economic imbalance would have a straining impact

Member Engagement: All levels of our association struggles with this issue. What is the most effective way to communicate, how do we engage members and what is our value proposition? I don’t believe we do a good job of telling our story, so we need to be better story tellers! We need to express at every opportunity what it means to be a member of the largest trade association in the country! As NAR strives to be more transparent, I believe a greater understanding will emerge; but, of course, this is and will continue to be an ongoing process.


Yes have been an investor for many years and beginning in 2007 I became a major investor. I currently am a Golden R.

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Claire Forcier-Rowe 11902 Sandy Hill Court, Spotsylvania, VA 22553

Phone (540) 903-1003 – Email: [email protected]

Managing Broker: Long and Foster, Real Estate, December 2015 to present Manager for two established offices in different markets, multiple MLS’s and associations tasked with increasing productivity and increase sphere of influence in our markets. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

In conjunction with the real estate professionals develop marketing and business plans to increase their sales and impact in the local market. Provide coaching, mentoring and support to the new and seasoned agents in my offices. Seek new candidates to join the office who would have a positive impact on the office. Constantly review legislative issues that would impact our industry and make sure that the real estate professionals are prepared and reactive. Supervise staff support and ensure that we are serving the needs of our clients the agents.

Managing Broker: Coldwell Banker Elite, June 2006 to August 2015 As a managing broker for a well-established and recognized award winning branch office within the Coldwell Banker family, I have created and implemented a proven level of success for this branch office and the real estate agents associated within this office. My responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

In house training for new agents entering the field and continued training of seasoned professionals under my direct supervision. Formulated an orientation and mentor program for new agents joining our firm. Assist in the development of a marketing plan for the individual agents, specific to them. Personally coach, mentor, support and guide the real estate professionals within my office. Meet with real estate professionals to discuss business practices and business plans and keep them current on trends within the business. Developed and encouraged a highly energized team of Association volunteers. Monitor laws and legislative issues to ensure the office and company are in compliance. Oversee and supervise staff for the office.

Sales agent/REALTOR: Long and Foster, January 2000 to June 2006 Sales agent/REALTOR: 1st Choice Better Homes and Land, March 1996 to January 2000

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mailto:[email protected]

Designations: CSP, Certified New Homes Professional, issues by Homebuilders ABR, Accredited Buyer Representative ABRM, Accredited Buyer Representative Manager CRB, Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager CRS, Certified Residential Specialist GRI, Graduate REALTOR Institute SRS, Sellers Representative Specialist MRP, Military Relocation Specialist SRES, Senior Real Estate Specialist Involvement with-in Local Association: 2015 RPAC/Public Policy Committee, member Professional Standards Committee, member Trained NAR Mediator 2014 RPAC/Government Affairs – Chair Professional Standards Committee, member Trained NAR Mediator 2013 Government Affairs Committee, member REALTOR Foundation, member Professional Standards Committee, member Trained NAR Mediator 2012 Board of Director, Past President

Government Affairs Committee, member REALTOR Foundation, Secretary Involvement in State Association: 2018 Board of Directors, Past President 2017 Board of Directors, President 2016 Board of Directors, President Elect 2015 Board of Directors, Vice President 2014 Board of Directors Strategic Funding Committee, Board Liaison 2013 Board of Directors Strategic Funding Committee 2012 Board of Directors Strategic Funding Committee, member

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Involvement in National Association: 2018 Public Policy Coordinating Committee 2018 Board of Directors Risk Management Committee 2017 Board of Directors Conventional Financing and Policy Committee 2016 Leadership Academy Advisory Committee

Conventional Financing and Policy Committee 2015 Leadership Academy Advisory Committee

Conventional Financing and Policy Committee 2014 Leadership Academy Advisory Committee

Conventional Financing and Policy Committee, member 2013 Leadership Academy Graduate

Conventional Financing and Policy Committee, member Mediation Training

2012 Leadership Academy, candidate Licensed since 1994 in Commonwealth of Virginia/Licensed Associate Broker 2005 Civic/Community: 2010- Present. Member and supporter of Spotsylvania Emergency Concerns Association, Inc., SECA. SECA is an all-volunteer group which provides emergency relief for the residents of Spotsylvania County. Emergency needs can be medical, food, utilities or housing. We assist those that are not eligible for public assistance but who have been referred to by the Department of Social Services, Churches, Schools and other organizations that we partner with. 2007-2009 Red Cross, Board of Directors.

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August 7, 2018

Virginia Realtors Delegate Body

It is sincere honor to endorse Claire Forcier-Rowe for the position of National Association of Realtors

Director from the Commonwealth of Virginia. As a long standing elected Director representing Virginia I

have had the pleasure of watching and working with Claire over the last 5 years. I have been impressed

with her knowledge of the issues and her ability to articulate these issues to the members. As Virginia

Realtors President she represented our association professionally and with a level of confidence that can

only come from having a grasp of the responsibility that comes with the office.

I believe the best way to judge future performance is to observe how a person handles themselves in

the positions they have been in. I have no doubt that Claire will study every piece of business that will

come before the directorate and vote for what is in the best interest of NAR and me as a member. It is

for these reasons I unequivocally support Claire and ask you to vote for her as a Director.

Thank you

Jack Torza

NAR Director

Virginia Realtors Past President

NAR Region 3 Vice president

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Chandra Patterson Virginia Peninsula License Type: Salesperson Years as a REALTOR®: 24 years Licensed in: Virginia Real Estate Specialty: Residential Attachments: Résumé

Endorsement

Office Information

Rose & Womble Realty Company 800 Diligence Drive Newport News, VA 23606 United States Position in firm: Salesperson Licensees in your firm: 500 Licensees in your office: 40 Branches in your firm: 11

RPAC Contribution History Chandra Patterson

2018 Capital Insider 2017 Participant 2016 Capital Insider


College/University Degree(s): 1992 BS Finance - Hampton University

Professional/Educational Designations: SFR


2014: Public Policy Coordinating Committee - NAR 2009: Virginia Realtors Leadership Academy Graduate 2011-2016: Virginia Realtors RPAC Trustee 2017: Strategic Planning Committee - Virginia Realtors 2017: President - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2004-2005, 2010-2012, 2015-2016: Strategic Planning Committee - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2013-2016: Treasurer & Budget/Finance Chair - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2009, 2011: Technology Committee Member - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2010 - 2012: Board of Director - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2010: Public Policy Chair - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors (**currently serve as a member for over 10 years) 2008, 2010-present: Budget & Finance Committee Member - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors

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2008: Professional Standards & Grievance Committee Member - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2013, 2014: YPN Committee - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors 2011, 2014: CEO Search Committee - Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors



1995 - Present: National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) - member and currently serve on the Budget & Finance Committee (for the last 9 years); Membership Committee; Credentials Committee; 2011 Realtist of the Year 1995 - Present: Hampton Roads Association of Real Estate Brokers - member and currently serve as Treasurer 2007 - Present: Hampton Democrat Committee 2000 - 2016: Peninsula YWCA member 2010 - VPAR REALTOR of the Year 2011 - NAREB REALTIST of the Year 2016 - Virginia REALTORS Honors Society 2017 - Virginia REALTORS Honors Society


At the encouragement of my first broker, I have been involved in my local Association since I've been a Realtor in 1994. I've served in various capacities and on various committees (too many to recall from the last 24 years). It is my way of giving back to the Association. This eventually led to my involvement on the state and then national level committees. The journey has been a wonderful experience and I have grown leaps and bounds because of it. Through my service to my local and state, I would like to do more and serve on the national level. I am extremely passionate about my industry and love the direction the National Association of Realtors is going as it relates to the membership. I very much want to be a part of this. Therefore, I would appreciate the opportunity and would be honored to serve in the capacity as a Director for the National Association of Realtors.


***I can say more, but here is the skinny**

1. Improving member involvement and engagement. We have approximately 1.3 million membersand maybe 10% or less are involved/engaged on the national level. I have also seen the lowinvolvement/engagement on the state and local levels. During my term as President at VPAR, my goalwas to improve our member involvement and engagement to events, classes and committeevolunteering. We were able to improve this in some areas, but I wanted more. I also see this at thestate level. And I know that the state leadership team have been making all efforts to increasemember involvement/engagement.2. Staying at the forefront of technology. Technology is a constant animal that we as an Associationneed to stay out in front as much as possible. The NAR Reach program is good, but it can be better.I feel that some of the technology offered in this program, may not necessarily resonate with themembers. There needs to be more of a balance with technology that is innovative yet practical.

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3. Continuing to have a seat at the table politically. NAR has done a phenomenal job at beingadvocates for public policy in our industry. As an FPC as well as an RPMIC, I witness MOCs knowingwho we (Realtor Party) are and respect our efforts. I want us to continue with having that kind ofrelationship and being in the position that when a real estate related issue comes up, the MOC (ormember of his/her staff) reaches out to the FPC or our NAR lobbyists for information and guidance.Virginia Realtors has been extremely successful at this, and I would like to see more of the same onthe national level.


Yes, I am an annual investor in RPAC. I give at the $250 level. I missed my mark last year, but I still gave because I believe in what RPAC stands for and have seen the return on our investments.

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Professional Resume

Chandra R Patterson, SFR

Experience 2017 VPAR President

2011 NAREB Realtist of the Year

2010 VPAR Realtor of the Year

VPAR Outstanding Salesmanship Club

Rose & Womble President's Club for top Sales Associates

1994 - PRESENT: Independent Real Estate Professional committed to 110% professional service and attention in helping clients to relocate, purchase, and/or sell property.

Specializing in real estate sales and relocation for the Peninsula, Southside and surrounding cities/counties of Virginia.

SFR (Short Sales and Foreclosure Specialist) Certification

Experience with selling HUD/VA and bank foreclosures.

Property Preservation (re-key, trash-outs, relocation assistance negotiation, weekly inspections)

Coordinate and negotiate with vendors/contractors for repairs to be done on homes.

Very detailed-oriented with managing transactions from contract to beyond closing.

First time homebuyer and home selling counseling experience.

VHDA certified for teaching first time homebuyers.

Handle business with honest and a firm commitment to meeting the needs of my clients.

Developed strong repeat and referral business.

Education 1992 Bachelor of Science, Finance, Hampton University

2009 Graduate of the Virginia Association of Realtors (VAR) Leadership Academy

Accredited Buyer Representative

Short Sales and Foreclosure Specialist

Continuous training at the local board of Realtors to keep abreast of market changes/trends (in all aspects of real estate: new homes, resales, foreclosures, etc.)

Professional Affiliations

National Association of Realtors (NAR) -- currently serve on the RPMIC Committee and as FPC for Congressman Bobby Scott

Virginia Association of Realtors (VAR) – currently serve as RPMIC Committee Vice Chair

Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors (VPAR) -- previously served as 2017 President

Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors (VPAR) Charitable Foundation – currently serve asTreasurer

National Association of Real Estate Brokers, Inc. (NAREB)

Hampton Roads Association of Real Estate Brokers, Inc. (HRAREB) -- currently serve as Treasurer Community Involvement

Member of Gethsemane Baptist Church

Member of YWCA Peninsula

Member of Hampton Democratic Committee

Menchville House Volunteer

Member of Hampton University Alumni Association Background, Family and Hobbies

Resident of Hampton Roads since 1988

“Independently Owned and Operated”; Have younger sister, 3 goddaughters

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Veronica Seva-Gonzalez Northern Virginia; License Type: Salesperson Years as a REALTOR®: I believe since 2013. I was a GCAAR member

since 2004. years Licensed in: Virginia; District Of Columbia; Maryland Real Estate Specialty: Residential Attachments: None

Office Information

Keller Williams Capital Properties 4646 40th St NW Washington, DC 20016 United States Position in firm: Salesperson Licensees in your firm: 825 Licensees in your office: 57 Branches in your firm: 6

RPAC Contribution History Veronica Seva-Gonzalez

2018 Sterling R Pledge 2017 Sterling R 2016 Sterling R


College/University Degree(s): Labor Law Undergraduate from University of Barcelona in Spain Professional/Educational Designations: CIPS, GRI, ABR, At home with Diversity


- NAR Leadership Academy 2007 - NAR Leadership Academy Advisory Board 2008 - Global Business and Alliance Committee 2008 (I believe)-2018 - Vice Chair NAR CIPS Advisory Board 2014 - Chair NAR CIPS Advisory Board 2015 - Vice Chair NAR Global Business and Alliances Committee 2016 - Chair NAR Global Business and Alliances Committee 2017 - Board of Directors NVAR 2015-2016 - Chair Global Committee NVAR - NAR Governance Presidential Advisory Group 2018 - NVAR BOD Advisory Board 2018 - NAHREP Board of Directors 2018. We are starting a chapter in DC. - VR NAR Director 2018 - I did also volunteer for GCAAR in a couple committees. I can't remember the years or committees.


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- NAR Leadership Institute 2007- NVAR Leadership Institute 2013


- I volunteer at our neighborhood Association- I volunteer at my 7 year old's school as a room parent and as a translator


I am passionate about Real Estate and a huge believer of being involved with our Associations to make a difference. Being part of the NAR Board of Directors has been a great experience this year and I am inspired by every amazing Realtor that is part of it. I do believe I bring a different perspective to the Board yet I am always thinking about how the BOD decisions would impact our members at a local but also at a national level. I am also a big believer that involvement reflects who we are as professionals and I love the impact and influence we can make in other Realtors so that they get involved. I love searching for the next waive of leaders as I learn from other amazing leaders in our industry. I do APPRECIATE the professionalism we have in the US and love the Real Estate profession. Serving again would be a great honor yet I wouldn't be disappointed if you chose any other of my colleagues that you believe are better qualified that I am.


1. Value proposition: I think this one has been there for a long time. We need to clearly communicateand reconsider what value is offered to our members. Many don't see any value and they just pay thedues. I think there is also a challenge of luck of involvement with our Association. Sadly many Realtordon't even know what our National Association does.2. Technology, MLS, control of information: I think we lost the boat years ago with Realtor.com vs.Zillow/Trulia. I respect Zillow and Trulia yet I am not a supporter. They use our information to sell ourleads back to us and now they want to use our information to sell properties without us. It really doesnot make any sense to me and we need to figure out how to be better than the new tech companiesthat are coming up.3. Realtors Value, Professionalism and Education: With the new technology and more educated clientswe need to step it up. We need to demonstrate our value proposition by being more informed andeducated. There will be no room for uneducated or unprepared Realtors in the future if Technologykeeps advancing they way it has been. I believe there will be a place for Luxury, high end, superprofessional agents and (sadly) for discounted/technology companies because of their low fees. Weneed NAR to set up higher standard of education for every Realtor.


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This is certainly another challenge we have. There are many Realtors that don't know what this is or what is for. We can do a much better job on communicating these.

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Mary Dykstra Roanoke Valley

License Type: Salesperson Years as a REALTOR®: 31 years Licensed in: Virginia Real Estate Specialty: Residential

Attachments: Résumé Endorsements

Office InformationMKB, REALTORS® 3801 Electric Road Roanoke, VA 24018 United States

Position in firm: Partner/Owner Licensees in your firm: 140 Licensees in your office: 130 Branches in your firm: 3

RPAC Contribution History Mary Dykstra

2018 Golden R and President’s Circle 2017 Golden R and President’s Circle 2016 Golden R and President’s Circle NAR RPAC Hall of Fame - 2017

Applicant InformationCollege/University Degree(s): Graduate of Mary Baldwin University Leadership Program Professional/Educational Designations:


Past State and Local President, Virginia RPAC Trustee, Member VR Investment Management Committee, 2012 Chair NAR Communications Committee, VR Major Investor Committee, Chair VR RPAC Fundraising and Broker Involvement Group, 2009 VR RPAC Chair, Member NAR Board of Directors, VR Leadership Academy Trustee, NAR Consumer Membership Presidential Advisory Group, LandAmerica Western Virginia Land Advisory Board, VR Convention Chair, Member NAR Meeting and Conference Committee. I have been involved in association work since the late 90's.


CRS, GRI

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Vice Chair of Roanoke City Board of Equalization, Past member Roanoke Architectural Review Board, Member, Taubman Museum of Art, Past Chair of TAP Domestic Violence Commission, Court Appointed Special Advocate for Abused and Neglected Children 1994-2018. Member, Virginia Housing Policy Advisory Council.


It is important that our NAR Directors are informed, engaged and knowledgable, about not only the issues that face our profession and our organization, but about the history and challenges to the future of our organization. I feel that because I have the relationships, knowledge, passion and background, I am indeed that kind of Director. I want to use my time and talents to benefit our association and I look forward to serving.


1) The massive influx of private equity into real estate is changing, and will continue to change ourprofession. Companies that may never have flourished based on their business alone now haveoutside capital to invest in technology,and new business models, often, without expectation of nearterm return. This will change the playing field at an unprecedented speed.

2) NAR will have to be the leader in changing our associations at all three levels to better reflect thenimbleness and service that today's agents demand - this will require boldness and proactive planning for the challenges and pressures facing agents and brokers.

3) The ultimate battle for NAR is to win back and build the trust of members and earn and build therespect of the consumers. Members need to believe that membership in NAR is not a "must" for MLSaccess but instead it is a necessity for the preservation of our profession and private property rightsin our country. We must regain the preeminence in our industry and our rightful voice as the truedefender and protector of homeownership.


Yes, I am a Golden R, President Circle Member and RPAC Hall of Fame Member

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10 South Jefferson Street Suite 1200 - The Tower Roanoke, Virginia 24011 http://www.poecronk.com

August 6, 2018

Virginia REALTORS®

10231 Telegraph Road Glen Allen, VA 23059 Attention: Adam Smith

TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN:

It is my pleasure to offer a personal recommendation for Mary Victoria Dykstra, CRS, ABR to serve as a Director of the National Association of REALTORS® for the term beginning in 2019.

As you can see from her application, her business accomplishments and longtime service as a REALTOR® volunteer makes her uniquely qualified to serve in this very important position.

Personally, I have known Mary for over two decades and observed her service and dedication to our profession. This commitment has never wavered as she always focused on making our profession better for all REALTORS®

Please give her application your upmost consideration.

In REALTOR® Spirt:

Dennis R. Cronk, CRE, CCIM, CIPS President/CEO

o Former President National Association of REALTORS®

o NAR Director since 1981

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Tuesday, August 7, 2018

Members of the Delegate Body℅ Virginia REALTORS®10231Telegraph RoadGlen Allen, VA 23059

Dear VR Delegates,

Thank you for your service. You provide an important role for all Virginia REALTORS® and your commitment is appreciated. One of those roles is to elect Virginia REALTOR® applicants to a seat on the National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors.

Mary Dykstra is one of those applicants. Mary is a dedicated, passionate, and intuitive volunteer leader that we all need to navigate the ever changing landscape of our industry. She is a proven leader at all three levels of the REALTOR® organization serving as local president, state president, and one of thirteen Regional Vice Presidents at the national level. She is currently serving as NAR President Elizabeth Mendenhall’s Community Engagement Liaison, an appointed position with a very significant purpose and mission. Her NAR resume is robust and diverse. Mary is recognized by future NAR leadership as a very capable and devoted volunteer. She is a great ambassador for all Virginia REALTORS®.

NAR Directors chart the course for the benefit and for the future of its membership. We need leaders like Mary to be part of that conversation. I urge your support and encourage you to cast your vote for Mary Dykstra. She will make us all proud!

Respectfully,

Kit Hale2006 President of the Virginia Association of REALTORS®Principal Broker / Managing PartnerMKB, REALTORS®

3801 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018Locally Owned, Locally Operated, Locally Involved

Kit Hale

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Kit Hale

From: [email protected]: Adam SmithSubject: EndorsementDate: Tuesday, July 31, 2018 1:36:11 PM

It is with great pleasure that I endorse Mary Dykstra’s re-election to the NAR Directors position.Mary has served in many capacities at NAR, most recently as a Enlarged Leadership Team Liaison .She piloted VR thru one of the most difficult years that required a new CEO. If you need somethingdone simply give the job to Mary, then forget it, because you know it will be done. Mary is an assetto both VR and NAR that we cannot afford to lose. Thanks,

Steve Hoover

Partner MKB, REALTORS

2018 Chairman Virginia Real Estate BoardMember Virginia Real Estate Board 2012 -2020Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations

2013 Chairman of the Board of the Better Business Bureau of WesternVirginia

Distinguished Service Award Recipient National Association ofREALTORS

2003, 2006 Vice President National Association of REALTORS

CRB, CRS, GRI

MKB, REALTORS3801 Electric Road SWRoanoke, VA 24018540-989-4555Licensed in the State of Virginia

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mailto:[email protected]

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Thomas M. Stevens 316 Windover Avenue, NW

Vienna, VA 22180 Phone: 571-224-8639 FAX: 703-938-4451 August 7, 2018

Virginia Realtors©

Attn: Adam Smith

10231 Telegraph Road

Glen Allen, VA 23059-4578

RE: Nomination of Mary Dykstra, NAR Board of Directors

It is with pleasure that I nominate Mary Dykstra, currently a Director of the National Association of

Realtors, to continue to serve an additional term in this capacity. Mary brings a wealth of experience from

her many years of REALTOR involvement at the local, state and national levels. She is very dedicated and

well respected and will continue to do a tremendous job representing Virginia’s Realtors at our National

level.

Mary has first hand experience as an active Realtor with 30 years in the business. She is recognized

as a successful professional, currently an owner/partner at MKB, REALTORS specializing in residential and

commercial real estate. Her high visibility and reputation within our industry led to an appointment in 2015

by Virginia’s Governor Terry McAuliffe to serve on Virginia Housing Policy and Advisory Council.

Speaking as a Past President of NAR and a lifetime Director myself with 46 years in the business, I

recognize Mary’s talent and dedication to our profession and our Realtor Associations.

Not only does Mary have a terrific day-to-day grasp of the real estate business, she has tremendous

insight. She brings the additional experience that comes from her many years of association leadership

starting in 2005 as President of the Roanoke Valley Association of Realtors and their Realtor of the Year in

2008, as President of the Virginia Realtors (2013) and Realtor of the Year (2014). Over the past 11 years

Mary has actively participated at the National level both serving on and chairing numerous NAR committees.

She is currently (2018) NAR’s Liaison for Community Engagement, an appointment by NAR’s President

Elizabeth Mendenhall.

In summary, Mary Dykstra is a professional; she actively participates in our business on a day-to-day

basis and will give 100% of herself as an NAR Director on behalf of all Realtors and their clients/customers.

Should you require additional information about Mary, do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Tom

Thomas M. Stevens, GRI, CRS, CRB

1989 President, Virginia Association of Realtors©

2006 President, National Association of Realtors©

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MARY DYKSTRA

Candidate for NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Board of

Directors

Mary Dykstra, a REALTOR® from Roanoke, Virginia, was appointed by

President Elizabeth Mendenhall as NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF

REALTORS® Community Engagement Liaison for 2018.

A REALTOR® for 30 years, Mary is an Owner/Partner at MKB, REALTORS®,

specializing in residential real estate. She holds the professional designations of

Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and Certified Residential Specialist

(CRS).

Mary has been involved at the national level for over 11 years. From 2014 to 2016,

she served on NAR’s Meeting and Conference Committee and was a state

representative on the RPAC Major Investor Council. In 2013, she was a member of

the Consumer Membership Presidential Advisory Group. In 2012, she chaired

NAR’s Communications Committee. Mary has been a member of NAR’s Board of

Directors since 2011. She served as the National Association of REALTORS®

liaison for Region 3, comprised of Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland,

Virginia, and West Virginia in 2017.

The Virginia REALTORS® (VR) elected Mary their president in 2013. In 2014,

she was named Virginia’s REALTOR® of the Year. Mary has chaired multiple

VR committees and was a member of the Board of Directors from 2006-2014.

Mary currently serves on VR’s Investment Management Committee. She is also an

RPAC Trustee and an RPAC Hall of Fame member and a Presidents Circle

investor.

In 2015, she was appointed by Governor Terry McAuliffe to serve on the Virginia

Housing Policy Advisory Council, where she developed policies to address urban

revitalization, housing needs of seniors and people with disabilities, and

homelessness—particularly veteran homelessness. The Roanoke Valley

Association of REALTORS® (RVAR) named Mary their president in 2005. In

2008, she was named RVAR’s REALTOR® of the Year.

Mary has been a guest lecturer at Virginia Tech’s School of Real Estate for the

past three years. She is a frequent guest on the “Real Estate Today” national radio

show. She is the Vice Chair of Roanoke’s Board of Equalization and a board

member of the Taubman Museum of Art. She served her local community as a

Court Appointed Special Advocate for Abused and Neglected Children for over 20

years and was awarded the 2018 Guardian Angel award for her work. Mary lives

in Roanoke with her husband, and together they have two grown children.

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Thai Hung Nguyen Northern Virginia

License Type: Broker Years as a REALTOR®: 15 years Licensed in: Virginia; DC Real Estate Specialty: Residential

Attachments: Résumé Endorsements

Office InformationBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate Premier 450 N. Washington St Falls Church, VA 22046 United States

Position in firm: Broker Licensees in your firm: 25 Licensees in your office: 15 Branches in your firm: 2

RPAC Contribution History Thai Hung Nguyen

2018 Sterling R 2017 Sterling R 2016 Sterling R

Applicant InformationCollege/University Degree(s): Bachelor of Science Professional/Educational Designations: CRS, ABR, CIPS, SFR


National Association of Realtors (NAR) ● Local Leadership Idea Exchange Council, Mega Board Forum Vice Chair (2017) Chair (2018)● Board of Directors Member (2018)● Code of Excellence Presidential Advisory Group (2015)● State and Local Issues Mobilization Support Committee (2015 & 2016)● National Association of Realtors Leadership Academy (NARLA) Graduate 2014● Member’s Communication Committee Member (2014)● Diversity Committee Member (2012 & 2013)Virginia Realtors (VR)● Board of Directors Member (since 2015 - present)● Budget Committee Member (2017, 2018)● Award Nomination Committee Member (2017)● CRS Virginia Chapter President (2015)● Annual Convention Workgroup Member (2015)● Information Management Committee Member (2012, 2013, 2014)● Professional Development Committee Member (2011)

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● Virginia Leadership Academy (VLA) Graduate 2010Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR)● Global Business Forum Vice Chair (2015) & Chair (2016)● Board of Directors Member (2011, 2012, 2013)● NV-RPAC Committee Co-Chair (2012)● NVAR Convention Chair (2011)● Vietnamese Realtor Forum Co-Chair (2007 & 2008)


● Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)● Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)● Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource (SFR)● Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR)● Virginia Leadership Academy (2010)● National Association of Realtors Leadership Academy (2014)● Virginia CRS of the Year 2013● Northern Virginia Association of Realtors Hall of Fame 2014● NVAR Top Producer Life Member● NVAR Multi-Million Dollar Sales Club Life Member● Virginia Realtors Honor Society Member 2015


● Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), Board of Director 2016● National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), Member● Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) Advisory Board● Boat People SOS - Non-profit organization● VNLAC - Nha Viet Nam (Vietnamese Literary and Artistic Club)


It is an honor to be an NAR Director from Virginia and it is also a proud responsibility to take on. There are a lot of challenges ahead of our industry in years to come in technology as well as Realtor's perceived value from consumers. I refuse to take the back seat but to be responsible for the future of our own career and industry. I am very fortunate to have a strong network with leaders around the country. At the same time, I have received great Realtor's support from across the state. That encourages me to take on as much responsibility as the trust that I earned from colleagues. And, that is my main reason - I owe it to those who trust me.


The biggest challenge that NAR will continue to face is the increasing laws and regulations that are harmful to Realtors. We have witnesses more and more policies or bills targeting the real estate industry or homeowners. This won't slow down a bit. Secondly, the rapid change of consumer's behaviors and perception of Realtor's value in the real estate transaction. This will require Realtors to adapt to the new normal and at the same time, NAR will need to adapt to new member's demands as well as membership.

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Third, technology continues to improve the transparency and the speed of real estate transactions. The challenge that NAR will face is we are not in the technology business. Yet, Realtor members expect NAR to take the lead to win over many other tech companies who are aiming to take over this industry.


I am a regular Major RPAC Investor at $1,000 level and have a 10 for 10 YPN Pledge.

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Via Email

Dear Members of the National Association of REALTORS® Delegate Body,

As Chairman of the Board of the Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS® (NVAR), it

is my pleasure to recommend Thai Hung Nguyen for election to the Board of Directors.

We believe Thai has the skill, experience, and knowledge to serve as an NAR Director. Thai

comes with extensive experience as he served on various NVAR forums, such as chairing the

Global Business Forum and the Vietnamese Realtors® Forum. He has also served as a member

of our Board of Directors and as an NV/RPAC Trustee for 2 years. Thai is also a member of the

Asian Real Estate Association of America. His dedication to success has consistently shown in

achieving Multi-Million Dollar Sales and Top Producer status year after year. On the state

level, Thai is currently serving on the VR Board of Directors and has served on the VR Annual

Convention Work Group, the Information Management Committee, the Award Selection

Committee, and has graduated from the Virginia Leadership Academy Class. On the national

level, Thai has served on the Diversity Committee, Member Communications Committee, the

State and Local Issues Mobilization Support Committee, and has graduated from the National

Leadership Academy Class. Currently he is a member of the Local Leadership Idea Exchange

Council serving as the Chair of the 2018 Mega Board Forum.

It is our hope that Delegate Body will act favorably upon his application to serve as an NAR

Director.

Respectfully,

Lorraine Arora

Chairman of the Board

cc: Ryan T. Conrad, NVAR CEO

Thai Hung Nguyen

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To Whom It May Concern:

It is my honor and pleasure to endorse Thai Hung Nguyen as a Director for the National Association of Realtors’ Board of Directors. I had the pleasure of meeting Thai at our local association where he was always an enthusiastic volunteer willing to serve on any committee where his services were needed. Having served on committees with him, I know that he is an active participant and contributes to the discussion.

As part of Thai’s application, you have been made aware of his contributions to the Realtor community at the local, state and national level. While they are many and quite impressive and definitely are the types of experiences that are beneficial as a National Director, Thai has done much more to promote Realtors. His work in his local community is a testament to the type of individual Thai is. From working with Boat People SOS to other organizations that promote the Vietnamese American culture, Thai is dedicated to making life better for those in need.

Many of you have worked with Thai for some time now and realize the contributions he makes. I respectfully request that when you compare candidates, you look at the breadth wand width of Thai Hung Nguyen’s experience and you will conclude, as I have, that he will represent the Realtors of Virginia extremely well.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Trish Szego NAR Director President, Virginia Realtors 2012

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Thai Hung Nguyen Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Premier 450 N. Washington St, Ste M

Falls Church, VA 22046

Cell: 703-362-5012

[email protected]

www.ThaiHungNguyen.Realtor

REALTORⓇ Licensed in VA & DC

BRIEF BACKGROUND

I have been a Realtor since 2003. I am leading a team comprised of 5 professional Realtors

licensed and practiced in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Being a professional Realtor is taking

care of a client's real estate needs on a full time basis with integrity and passion. Focusing on professional

development is always the key to consistently provide a high level of service to my clients. I am passionate

about protecting the real estate career that I love and the homeowner’s benefits by collaborative effort and

involvement at the associations.

Graduated from George Mason University with major in Management of Information System, I

worked in the web development for 5 years prior to committing myself to real estate career. This gave me

a love of technology and how it intertwines with business.

My volunteer time at Realtor’s Associations from local to state and national levels helped me learn

from other Realtor peers as well as team up with them to raise professionalism of the industry. The

leadership academies (Virginia & National Association of Realtors) that I was fortunate to be a part of help

prepare and empower me to be a dedicated leader to others and for others. On the other hand, being on the

Board of Directors in all levels of associations (Northern Virginia, Virginia, and National) strengthens the

Realtor’s relationship I have built across the state and the country as well as widens the knowledge and

future of real estate business.

My business belief is that every client is my family. That shows in every one of hundreds of real

estate transactions I have personally achieved. I have gained the utmost trust and confidence from not only

my clients, but also from fellow agents.

My caring for clients is inspired from my loving family including my wife, Zhen, and 2 boys,

Austin & Zachary. We form a happy family, and are always true to ourselves. I truly enjoy the time with

my family and pays utmost attention to family values.

PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS

● Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)

● Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)

● Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource (SFR)

● Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR)

● Virginia Leadership Academy (2010)

● National Association of Realtors Leadership Academy (2014)


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AWARDS

● Virginia CRS of the Year 2013

● Northern Virginia Association of Realtors Hall of Fame 2014

● NVAR Top Producer Life Member

● NVAR Multi-Million Dollar Sales Club Life Member

● 2016 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate PAIGE Award

● 2016 & 2017 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Excellence Award

REALTOR’S ASSOCIATION INVOLVEMENTS

National Association of Realtors (NAR)

● Local Leadership Idea Exchange Council, Mega Board Forum Vice Chair (2017) Chair (2018)

● Board of Directors Member (2018)

● Code of Excellence Presidential Advisory Group (2015)

● State and Local Issues Mobilization Support Committee (2015 & 2016)

● National Association of Realtors Leadership Academy (NARLA) Graduate 2014

● Member’s Communication Committee Member (2014)

● Diversity Committee Member (2012 & 2013)

Virginia Realtors (VR)

● Board of Directors Member (since 2015 - present)

● Budget Committee Member (2017, 2018)

● Award Nomination Committee Member (2017)

● CRS Virginia Chapter President (2015)

● Annual Convention Workgroup Member (2015)

● Information Management Committee Member (2012, 2013, 2014)

● Professional Development Committee Member (2011)

● Virginia Leadership Academy (VLA) Graduate 2010

Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR)

● Global Business Forum Vice Chair (2015) & Chair (2016)

● Board of Directors Member (2011, 2012, 2013)

● NV-RPAC Committee Co-Chair (2012)

● NVAR Convention Chair (2011)

● Vietnamese Realtor Forum Co-Chair (2007 & 2008)

OTHER INVOLVEMENTS

● Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), Board of Director 2016

● National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), Member

● Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) Advisory Board

● Boat People SOS - Non-profit organization

● Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce (Viet-Am Cham)

● VNLAC - Nha Viet Nam (Vietnamese Literary and Artistic Club)


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