Committees
TCRA 2026 Standing Committees and Chairpersons
Standing Committees & Getting Involved
TCRA’s standing committees help make things happen—shaping programs, advocacy, and member services.
Who Can Attend
All members are welcome! Committee details and Zoom links are shared with committee members and leadership, but if you’d like to join a meeting, just reach out to the committee chair or TCRA staff.
Check the Calendar
Meeting times and locations can change. For the latest schedule of committee meetings and association events, please visit the TCRA Calendar.
If you would like to serve on a standing committee please complete the appropriate survey below:
Standing Committees
This committee develops the Association’s budget and keeps track of the Association’s financial situation. Members are appointed by the President and this committee is chaired by the Association’s Treasurer.
CHAIRPERSON: Necia Leach
This committee works with the Board of Directors on any bylaw or policy changes. Members of this committee are selected by the President.
CHAIRPERSON: Phil Harlan
This committee is responsible to educate and inform REALTORS® to ensure that they are in compliance with the Fair Housing Act. Members aid in new member orientations to ensure that new REALTORS® conduct their business in a manner that follows Fair Housing guidelines. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
CHAIRPERSON: Harry Henneck
This committee serves numerous functions in two equal and opposite arms: policy (advocacy) and fundraising (RPAC).
The policy arm of the committee is responsible for identifying and supporting candidates for political office and/or political issues that confirm issues positions taken by REALTORS®. This committee is also responsible for keeping the membership informed of specific political issues that impact the real estate industry. This committee will facilitate organized participation in and support of REALTOR® legislative/advocacy goals at all levels of government.
The fundraising arm of the committee (RPAC) promotes the election of pro-REALTOR® candidates within Washington and across the United States. The purpose of RPAC is clear: REALTORS® raise and spend money to elect candidates who understand and support their interests. The money to accomplish this comes from voluntary contributions made by REALTORS®. These are not members’ dues; this is money given freely by REALTORS® in recognition of how important campaign fundraising is to the political process. RPAC enables REALTORS® to support candidates that support the issues that are important to their profession and livelihood.
CO-CHAIRPERSONS: Christina Janis & Kevin Gordham
This committee focuses on not only increasing REALTOR® and Affiliate membership, but finding ways to help the current members grow their businesses and provide exceptional service to their clients turning them supporting participants.
CHAIRPERSON: Brendan Condon
The Nominating Committee reviews and recommends individuals to serve on the Thurston County REALTORS® Association Board of Directors in accordance with the procedures as established in the Association bylaws.
CHAIRPERSON: Mark Kitabayashi
This committee is charged with the responsibility of enforcement of the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics. Members may volunteer to join this committee. Member volunteers must meet certain eligibility and training requirements and be approved by the Board.
CO-CHAIRPERSONS: Sue Wise, Sandy Lorenz
The Young Professionals Network (YPN) works to encourage, promote and inspire the new generation of Thurston County REALTORS® through education and networking and to provide a gateway for leadership at the local, state and national levels. This committee also plans and promotes the annual Cornhole Tournament and School Supply Drive.
CHAIRPERSON: Hunter Sipe