Committees

Networking and Community Committee

Staff: Tiffany Taylor, Marie McFarland

Meetings: Monthly 

The purpose of this committee is to engage Affiliates and REALTORS® in networking opportunities and promote member involvement in the Lower Shore community. Four Sub-Committees/Task Forces fall under this committee:
• Realtor® Fair – November-April – plans the April Realtor® Fair event, the annual expo for agents and exhibitors - Co-Chairs: Steven Parsons and Summer Forbes
• Golf Tournament (or other Major Fundraising Event) – June-October – plans October Golf Tournament, the annual fundraiser for the Foundation - 
• Foundation – year-round, quarterly – reviews grant applications for fund disbursement from the Foundation - Co-Chairs: Cam Bunting and Kate Deckenback
• Networking and Events – year-round, as needed – plans Business Card Exchanges and the Holiday Party - Co-Chairs:  Diana Dovel and Jenny Catron

Chair: Steve Parsons

Staff: Marie McFarland

Time Commitment: Year-long

Meetings: Monthly, on the third Wednesday, 9:30-10:30 AM

Assists staff in planning on-going continuing education classes for members and the public. Develops and promotes seminars and training classes designed to address the needs of all licensees. Promotes the advantages of designations and develops pertinent education programs to address specific areas of expertise and interest. Endorses value of membership.

Chair:  Terrence McGowan  Board Liaison:  Lauren Bunting

Staff: 

Time Commitment: Year-long

Meetings: Quarterly

Recommends annual budget in conjunction with AE based on strategic plan. Reviews committee budget requests, financial statements, and makes recommendations for budget revision as needed. Assists the Board of Directors with financial advice and recommendations concerning current and future Board operations and planning.

Co-Chairs and Board Liaisons: Austin Whitehead and Cameron Drew

Staff: Colin Zimmerman

Time Commitment: Year-long

Meetings: Monthly, on a Thursday, 9 AM - 10 AM

Encourages agents to participate in local and state government. Recruits volunteers from membership to be active in local political issues, participate in government, and support candidates. Stresses the positive impact of RPAC and increases participation. Helps educate members on RPAC and coordinates fundraisers to ensure annual goals are met.

Chair: Maryland REALTORS

Staff: Tiffany Taylor

Time Commitment: Year-long

Meetings: On an as-needed basis

Receives ethics complaints and arbitration requests and is responsible for the preliminary review and screening process. Must be a full-time REALTOR® member with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience. Members must attend the Professional Standards Training Seminar.

Chair: Maryland REALTORS

Staff: Tiffany Taylor

Time Commitment: Year-long

Meetings: On an as-needed basis

Enforces the Code of Ethics by following established hearing process. Members serve on panels as required, hearing matters of alleged violations of the Code of Ethics or arbitration disputes. Must be a full-time REALTOR® member with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience. Members must attend the Professional Standards Training Seminar.

Chair: Grace Masten

Staff: Colin Zimmerman

Time Commitment: Year-long, meets quarterly

Meets to discuss legislation and policies that impact the local rental industry. Consists of member Realtors and nonmember property managers. The aim is to keep an open line of communication between CAR and the rental industry.

Chair: Grace Masten (Past President)

Staff: Bernie Flax (CEO)

Time Commitment: May-September, 3-4 meetings:

Past award winners are eligible to serve. Develops recognition program for members who achieve success with Association involvement, NAR designations, education, community service and business.

Chair: Grace Masten (Past President)

Staff: 

Time Commitment: May-September, 3-4 meetings

Former Board Officers or Directors are eligible to serve. This committee interviews Board candidates and nominates a slate of officers.