2027-2029 KCRAR At-Large Kansas Director Candidates
Why do you wish to serve as a Director of the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®?
Based on the emails going out we have a lack of volunteers. To help I am volunteering my time and effort to support KCRAR.
What do you see as the primary purpose of this Association?
Serve the realtors best interest in Kansas and Missouri. Represent our members best interest at the state and local levels.
What goals and objectives would you like to see pursued by this Association over the next three years?
Transition into a more competitive service role for Heartland MLS to reflect the change from the only listing source to 1 of many available options to licensed agents both locally and nationally.
Why do you wish to serve as a Director of the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®?
My passion for real estate runs deep. Originally licensed at age 19 and celebrating 15 years of real estate in 2027, I’m excited about the future of our industry, now more than ever before. The opportunity for REALTORS is ripe across the heartland region as we learn how to grow our business in new ways while still providing the professional and trustworthy service our clients so rightfully expect. As REALTORS, we are a cut above the rest. Throughout my time instructing CE classes at KCRAR and beyond, I have interacted with thousands of REALTOR members across the region who regularly share their stories with me. Stories of how this business has positively impacted not only their family’s lives but those of the many clients they transact with. It’s those people that the KCRAR board serves. I feel grateful to have a chance of having a voice at the table that will shape the future of our business.
What do you see as the primary purpose of this Association?
The local REALTOR association plays an important role in shaping the future of our industry. As a body of members, we better each other and the public experience by forging relationships, ensuring ethical business practice and elevating the consumer’s perception of our business. Our collective membership makes a difference. Association staff provides members with professional development and educational opportunities not available elsewhere. The Association and MLS provides technology tools that simplify a member’s business, not over-complicates it. On the local, state and national levels, the Association advocates for the rights of independent business owners and property owners alike. The Association is one of the great protectors of the American Dream.
What goals and objectives would you like to see pursued by this Association over the next three years?
The future of our business is evolving at a pace not seen before. As an Association we should focus on helping members remain relevant in this quickly changing business climate, ensuring that members are able to maintain the competitive advantage in the marketplace while enjoying a long-term sustainable business, well into the future. Elevated educational offerings, networking opportunities and meaningful professional development programs will continue to be important for the average member. The Association should also maintain a seat at the decision making table, continuing their advocacy for our industry and property ownership throughout the region. The Association should continue to modernize its practices, offerings and focuses as a way to stay relevant while maintaining the value its members receive.