Committees
TCRA 2023 Committees and Chairpersons
If you would like to serve on a special or standing committee please complete the appropriate survey below:
Standing Committees
This committee is responsible for evaluating the nominees submitted by the TCRA Membership, then deciding the recipients of the REALTOR® of the Year, REALTOR® Special Achievement, Affiliate of the Year, REALTOR® Community Service, Long Time REALTOR® Spirit and Citizen of the Year, awards. The committee is made up of the previous award recipients.
CHAIRPERSON: Christina Janis & Tom Schrader
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-888-2295 / 360-480-9387
EVENT DATE: March 10, 2023
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: Kim Torres
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-561-2524
This committee works with the Board of Directors on any By-laws or policy changes. The Board of Directors and General Membership must approve of any proposed changes. Members of this committee are selected by the President.
CHAIRPERSON: Kathy Cross Reece
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-951-1360
The Communications Committee strives to make TCRA a better organization by creating relevant and effective ways to communicate with members and the Thurston County community. The Communications Committee utilizes web-based, print, and email communications to keep TCRA members connected and involved with the Association, and up-to-date on industry news. The Communications Committee monitors and suggests editing changes to the TCRA web pages, FaceBook page, and print publications. The committee may also write and create video communications to help publicize TCRA news and events. Committee members stay current on the latest communication strategies and tools, deciding which will work best to encourage both new and continued involvement in the Association.
CHAIRPERSON: Jennifer Griggs
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-259-4868
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: Josh Hizon
CONTACT INFORMATION: 415-823-5134
This committee has the valuable job of ensuring that an effective and informative education program is implemented through TCRA each year. Members of this committee determine the continuing education courses and arrange the presentation of quality education. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
CHAIRPERSON: Steve Chung
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-456-7653
This committee examines ethics complaints or arbitration requests to determine whether the complaints warrant an ethics hearing, an arbitration hearing, or mediation. It consists of members who have sufficient experience and knowledge of the real estate industry. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
CHAIRPERSON: Sue Wise
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-790-2047
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: Scott Haase
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-878-7368
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: Vickie Jackson
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-269-7017
This committee is charged with the responsibility of enforcement of the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics. This committee works in conjunction with the Grievance Committee. Members may volunteer to join this committee. Member volunteers must meet certain eligibility and training requirements and be approved by the Board.
CHAIRPERSON: Sandy Lorenz
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-791-1661
(REALTOR® Political Action Committee)
This committee is responsible to implement the annual RPAC campaign, designed by NAR, to raise money for local real estate issues. This committee also organizes annual fund raising events. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
CHAIRPERSON: Phil Harlan & Kevin Gordham
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-701-5688 / 360-701-1622
EVENT DATE: October 4, 2023
CHAIRPERSON: Joe Heilman & Dawn Anderson
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-259-4942 / 360-845-7696
Special Committees
This committee is responsible for organizing the Association’s annual Affiliate Showcase event that is conducted concurrent with the March General Membership meeting.
CHAIRPERSON: Christina Daniels
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-481-0648
EVENT DATE: October 4, 2023
This committee is responsible for organizing the Association’s annual bell ringing support for the Salvation Army at various locations throughout Thurston County.
CHAIRPERSON: Gregory Moe
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-556-1513
EVENT DATE: December 1, 2023
CHAIRPERSON: Gregory Moe & Tom Schrader
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-556-1513/360-480-9387
CHAIRPERSON: Jackie Ashley
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-791-0063
EVENT DATE: December 8, 2023
This committee works to organize a day where TCRA Affiliates and REALTORS® give back to their community through assisting disabled and/or senior citizens in maintaining their homes and property. Members may volunteer to join this activity.
CHAIRPERSON: Dawn Baker
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-280-6138
EVENT DATE: May 18, 2023
CHAIRPERSON: Anya Myer
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-870-5191
EVENT DATE: February 14, 2023
This committee, in conjunction with local Veterans’ groups, organizes the program for Flag Day, held annually on June 14 at 4:00 PM. Members may volunteer to join this taskforce.
CHAIRPERSON: Gregory Moe
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-556-1513
EVENT DATE:
This committee works to plan the TCRA annual Golf Tournament. Both affiliates and REALTORS® participate in this day through sponsorship and play. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
CHAIRPERSON: Tom Schrader
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-480-9387
EVENT DATE:
This committee organizes and displays all donated wreaths and centerpieces at the General Membership Meeting held in December. Wreaths are auctioned off in a silent auction. Each winning bidder selects the charity or service organization where the proceeds are sent. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
This committee facilitates member participation in REALTOR® Legislative Day in January of every year, as well as other REALTOR® legislative goals at all levels of government and interviews candidates for upcoming elections to decide who best serves the Thurston County REALTOR® Association’s goals for home-ownership and related matters. Members may volunteer to join this committee.
CHAIRPERSON: Tracie Choate
CONTACT INFORMATION: 253-209-8784
EVENT DATE: January 19, 2023
This committee is responsible for the development of a long-range plan for the Thurston County REALTORS® Association, subject to the approval of the Board of Directors. After such plan is finalized and approved, the committee shall review it annually to monitor its implementation, evaluate its effectiveness and determine if the plan should be updated.
Chairperson: Anya Meyer
Contact:
CHAIRPERSON: Vickie Jackson
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-269-7017
EVENT DATE: December 8, 2023
CHAIRPERSON: Vickie Jackson
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-269-7017
This committee is responsible for organizing the Association’s annual summer softball tournament.
CHAIRPERSON: Chris Lester
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-529-2022
EVENT DATE: July 21, 2023
Presidential Advisory Groups
CHAIRPERSON: Mark Kitabayashi | Kim Piper
CONTACT INFORMATION:
CHAIRPERSON: Tom Schrader
CONTACT INFORMATION: 360-480-9387