Committees
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Disaster Relief Committee
The Disaster Relief Committee arranges fundraising to supply our Disaster Relief Fund for the benefit of fellow REALTORS® in need. This committee was created in response to the outpouring of support we received after Hurricane Michael in 2018. It exists in order to allow CPAR to "Pay It Forward" to the people affected by future disasters.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Jacob Willenborg
2026 Committee Vice-Chair: Lauren Beninate
Staff Liaison: Mandy O'Mara
Commercial Investment and Marketing Committee
The Commercial Investment and Marketing Committee meets to discuss the commercial real estate industry. They provide education to REALTOR® members about commercial real estate and offer assistance with commercial real estate transactions. They focus on networking & communicating the listings of participating Members. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Kurt Fadden
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Chris Clubbs
Staff Liaison: Mandy O'Mara
Communications and Public Relations Advocacy Committee
The Communications and Public Relations Committee is responsible for organizing CPAR community events and programs that enhance relations with REALTORS® and the community. They strive to maintain a positive and professional public image of the Association. They host our REALTOR® Round-Ups, a monthly networking event, as well as many charity fundraisers throughout the year. Meets monthly. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Christina Shults
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Kelly McDaniel
Staff Liaison: Rachel Edmonds
Global Diversity Committee
The purpose of the Global Diversity Committee is to provide diversity programs, resources and opportunities that will cultivate a culture of equity & inclusion. This committee endeavors to make available global education and networking events to foster business growth & educate members about global business. Meets monthly. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Alicia Woodford
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Misty Curtis
Staff Liaison: Rachel Edmonds
Grievance Committee
The Grievance Committee is responsible for reviewing all complaints from members and the public concerning alleged violations of the Code of Ethics and/or requests for arbitration. This committee, in conjunction with Professional Standards Committee, provides Ombudsman, Mediation, Arbitration, and Code of Ethics violation services. Meets monthly. REALTORs® only. Annual training in January required in order to join
2026 Committee Chairperson: Chuck Sowers
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Summer Thomas
Staff Liaison: Rain Pickle
Governmental Affairs Committee
The Governmental Affairs Committee identifies local issues affecting, or potentially affecting, the real estate industry and/or private property rights, and takes action by becoming involved in those issues and ultimately making recommendations to the Board of Directors. The committee disseminates information on local, state and national issues to the membership, screens candidates for local political office & educates members through candidate forums. Meets monthly.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Jay Burkey
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Matthew Fox
Staff Liaison: Natalie Cayson
Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy is a year-long program that focuses on building leadership skills through team-building and professional development, the purpose of which is to select, train, and develop candidates that will assume leadership roles within the Association and the local community. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
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2026 Committee Chairperson: Garrett Aune
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Jacob Willenborg
Staff Liaison: Mandy O'Mara
Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Committee
The MLS Committee is responsible for creating & monitoring the Association's MLS policies and publications. They oversee all MLS-related services, including Supra lockboxes and Internet Data Exchange (IDX). Meets monthly. REALTORS® only.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Jennifer Ledesma
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Ashleigh McGlothlin
Staff Liaison: Rain Pickle
Professional Development and Education Committee
The Education Committee is responsible for providing educational opportunities to our REALTORS®, including New Member Orientation, Continuing Education courses, and more. Meets quarterly. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Ashleigh McGlothlin
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Alec Childres
Staff Liaison: Kim Franklin
Professional Standards Committee
The Professional Standards Committee members serve on panels that conduct hearings on possible ethics violations and arbitration disputes. Meets as needed. REALTORS® only.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Trudy Van Horn
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Trudy Van Horn
Staff Liaison: Rain Pickle
REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC)
The RPAC Committee is responsible for raising voluntary funds from Association membership that are used solely as contributions to REALTOR® recommended issues and candidates at the federal, state, and local levels. Meets monthly. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Amanda Cialoni
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Athrine Matthews
Staff Liaison: Natalie Cayson
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
The Young Professionals Network Committee provides tools and encouragement to help new real estate professionals excel in their careers. The YPN encourages participation and provides insight into the REALTOR® Association, the real estate industry, and the community. Meets monthly. Open to REALTOR® members and Power Partners.
2026 Committee Chairperson: Mariah Eleam
2026 Committee Vice-Chairperson: Whitny Loughry
Staff Liaison: Kim Franklin