2023 Committee Volunteer Application

At the end of the committee descriptions, there will be spaces for you to choose the committees in which you are interested. If you have any questions, please reach out to Sandy Yinger syinger@pinellasrealtor.org

The deadline to submit your committee choices is October 3, 2022

Young Professionals Network

If you are a young Realtor or just young-at-heart, the Young Professionals Network may be for you. YPN offers a way for members to get involved in charitable activities, attend unique and fun networking events, hone their industry knowledge, and grow their leadership skills.

International Council

The Pinellas-Pasco International Council can help you hone your skills to market in the International Real Estate Market. Florida accounted for the largest share at 22 percent of total U.S. residential home sales to international clients, which the National Association of Realtors estimated at $102.6 Billion. Florida Attracted buyers from Latin America, Europe, and Canada who tend to purchase properties in warm climates for vacation purposes. Note: Annual Membership is $25.00

Leasing and Property Management Council

This council is made up of members who are uniquely qualified in the Leasing and Property Management field and are dedicated in supporting our members to become proficient and professional when leasing or managing property. The council works together to design and provide our membership with quality networking, featured speakers on leasing and property management topics and smaller workshops. Many of our council members are also involved in the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). The Leasing & Property Management Council and NARPM often work together to provide affordable, enhanced Leasing and Property Management education offerings.

Realtor Political Action Committee (RPAC) Engagement Committee

RPAC is a tool to support champions of the real estate industry in elected office and has done so successfully for over 40 years. This committee engages and promotes the activities for the greater membership.

Commercial Committee

The Commercial Investment Committee (CIC) provides public policy and legislative representation to the Commercial Realtor regarding local, state, and national legislative issues and initiatives.  The CIC also provides a forum for social and business interaction within the Commercial Community as well as provides educational opportunities to advance the level of professionalism therein. The CIC promotes and maintains a professional image of high standards of ethical conduct in the commercial real estate profession as expressed in the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Realtors.

Ombudsman 

The Ombudsman Program in its simplest definition is informal telephone mediation between two parties. Complaints that do not expressly allege violations of specific articles of the Realtor Code of Ethics but may be transactional, technical, and/or procedural complaints that can be readily responded to may be appropriate for the Ombudsman program. In some cases, the Ombudsman can address and solve minor complaints from the public as well as solve inter- Realtor conflicts before they become serious problems. Like a mediator, an ombudsman helps parties find solutions. 

Grievance Committee

The Grievance Committee reviews filed complaints for potentially unethical conduct/arbitration requests and forwards cases to either the Citation Committee or the Professional Standards Committee. The Grievance Committee also has the authority to dismiss a case should they deem that no violation has occurred.

Citation Committee

The Citation Program is intended to increase professionalism in the marketplace for our membership, streamline the ethics hearing process, and protect the interests of the public. The Citation Committee reviews cases forwarded to them by the Grievance Committee. The Citation Committee hears both sides of the complaint and makes the determination to 1) assess a respondent the fine associated with the ethics violation; 2) assess a fine along with taking education classes to learn from that specific code of ethics violation, or, 3) the Citation Committee can determine that no violation occurred and dismiss the case.

Public Policy Committee – (PRO)

Every day issues affecting the real estate industry are discussed in DC, Tallahassee, and City Hall. This committee meets regularly to discuss important issues facing Realtors and decides whether the association needs to actively advocate for or against an issue. The committee also evaluates candidates for public office based on real estate issues and recommends to the Board of Directors the candidates to support.

Public Policy Committee – (CPRO)

Every day issues affecting the real estate industry are discussed in DC, Tallahassee, and City Hall. This committee meets regularly to discuss important issues facing Realtors and decides whether the association needs to actively advocate for or against an issue. The committee also evaluates candidates for public office based on real estate issues and recommends to the Board of Directors the candidates to support.

Homeownership Solutions Committee (CPRO)

Through the efforts of this Committee, with the assistance of the Board of Directors, members, and affiliates, support the creation of new housing options to meet the needs of our community, as well as advance fair housing and fair lending efforts. The committee’s partnerships with state and local Government Entities, Housing Authorities, Housing Counseling Agencies, Home Builders and Developers will be instrumental in addressing issues such as: housing market stability, housing affordability and fair access to housing.   

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee (DEI)

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee has been charged with assisting our members about DEI issues and with both public and private sectors to build community relations. Committee members are from a broad array of our REALTOR® and Affiliate membership, including brokers, agents, appraisers, bankers, mortgage and title professionals.

Stellar MLS Board of Directors and/or MLS Advisory Council

Please complete this application https://form.jotform.com/92045954120957  to serve on the Stellar MLS Board of Directors or the Stellar MLS Advisory Council (MAC) committee. The MAC is charged with reviewing all changes to the MLS, including field and rules and regulations of the service

Pinellas REALTOR® Foundation Trustees   (Positions are appointed). 

Please contact Sandy Yinger, syinger@pinellasrealtor.org or 727-216-3023 for the Foundation Application

The role of the Foundation Trustees is to be a fiduciary of the funds and to see that the organization is fulfilling its mission and vision. They are also the spokespersons of the foundation to the community and are responsible for fostering goodwill with other non-profits and community leaders. 

Learn more on the Foundation & Awards Page https://pinellasrealtor.org/foundation-awards/