2026 Committee Consent to Serve

Would you like to get involved in the decision-making process at Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS and start your journey into leadership?  

The 2026 theme is "Give Back, Grow Forward", and we encourage you to get involved, give of your talents, and grow forward by making new connections.  At this time, we are updating our committee lists for 2026.  Please indicate which committee/work group you would like to serve on this year.

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Events Workgroup - The purpose of the Events Committee is to increase the profitability of events for charity and create marketing opportunities for Affiliate members to promote their services to the REALTOR members and the general public, provide feedback for member benefits, and aid in recognition and awards programs.

Global Diversity Workgroup- The purpose of the Global Diversity Committee is to provide member diversity programs, cultivate a culture of equity and inclusion, champion the goal of increasing global business education to foster business growth and opportunity, and educate members and consumers on the importance of fair housing laws.

Government Affair/RPAC Workgroup- The purpose of the Government Affairs Committee (GAC) is to develop sources of financial support from Board members and Board activities to be used to support those candidates for public office at the local, state, and national levels who best support the free enterprise system, private property ownership, and real estate industry positions, and to support issues as identified by the Association to be of importance to the REALTORS® goals.

Grievance - The purpose of the Grievance Committee is to review complaints referred to it by the Executive Officer or professional standards administrator and determine if the complaint has sufficient substance and merit to warrant an ethics hearing or an arbitration hearing.

Media (Brokers ONLY) - The purpose of the Media Committee is to review market statistics and trends.  This data is then to be conveyed to the consumer in the form of a press release to highlight the market area of Bonita Springs & Estero.  In addition, this press release will be distributed to association members.

MLS Committee - The purpose is to vet products and services considered as external links of the MLS.  To review the functionality of the Cotality Matrix platform and make recommendations for possible changes.  

Professional Development Workgroup- The purpose of the Professional Development Committee is to develop and administer a well-balanced program of education while trying to serve the educational needs of the membership through various programs and recommendations.

Professional Standards - The Professional Standards Committee is the committee of the Board charged with the responsibility for the enforcement of the Code of Ethics through the conduct of ethics and arbitration hearings.

Realtor Review Workgroup- The purpose is to help provide valuable content for the quarterly publication and assist with review and edits.

YPN Workgroup - The YPN Committee is a network of up-and-coming REALTORS® and Affiliates involved with B.E.R. and the real estate industry for the purpose of giving back to the community and growing professionally.

Leadership Development Committee - This committee reviews leadership consent to serve applications and awards nominations.  They also assist with Leadership Academy interviews if needed.  To serve, you must have been on the board or a graduate of the Leadership Academy.  

Leadership Academy - This group of 14 candidates are interviewed and selected to complete a full-year course which includes up to 2 modules per year, a group project, and a trip to Florida Realtors.  This is a great way to learn about the association and the community you sell.  By selecting this group, you are indicating that you would like to apply.  

2026 Media Committee (Brokers Only) - Meets monthly on Zoom
2026 Professional Standards/Grievance (training required) - Meets as needed
2026 MLS Committee - Meets monthly on Zoom
2026 Leadership Development Committee - Meets 2-3 times per year
2026 Leadership Academy (Application & Interview Required)
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Global Diversity - Meets monthly during the Advisory Council
Young Professionals Network - Meets monthly during the Advisory Council
Events - Meets monthly during the Advisory Council
Professional Development - Meets monthly during the Advisory Council
Magazine - Meets monthly during the Advisory Council
RPAC/Govt Affairs - Meets monthly during the Advisory Council