Broker Update, March 22, 2024
Diana Dickey is your 2024/2025 GVR Chair
Thanks to everyone who attended our March 21 annual general meeting.
After the meeting, Diana Dickey became chair of the Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) Board of Directors for the 2024/2025 term. She’s with Sutton Group Seafair Realty in Richmond and has been a Realtor since 2010 and a Managing Broker since 2019.
I am excited to work with Diana during her term. I also want to thank outgoing chair, Jennifer Quart, for her enthusiastic leadership during the past year.
Learn more about Diana and meet the 2024/2025 Board of Directors.
Explore GVR's 2023 Annual Report
It was a future-focused year for GVR. Our senior leadership and Board of Directors came together to develop a new multi-year strategic plan for the organization.
This body of work set the strategic foundation for GVR to pursue the progress, innovation and high ethical standards needed to put our members and profession in a position of strength to face the future together.
I invite you to explore this annual report to learn more about the key work and initiatives we undertook in 2023, and to preview some of the activities and initiatives we have planned for the year ahead.
GVR Government Relations Committee wins top award
GVR’s Government Relations Committee (GRC) won the BCREA Advocacy Award for outstanding advocacy work at both federal and provincial levels.
Join me in congratulating Harriet Permut, government relations director, and Ray Harris, GRC chair. They were recognized for their exceptional contributions, including engaging with elected officials, preparing briefs, and ensuring alignment with BCREA's policy agenda.
Volunteer with our professional conduct or arbitration committees
Do you value ethics and professionalism? Do you take an interest in the REALTOR® Code and the Rules of Cooperation?
If you answered yes, please consider volunteering for our Arbitration Committee or Professional Conduct Committee. Both committees are seeking members who are licensed as managing brokers.
The current committee terms end, and new terms begin, in May. This is your opportunity to put your years of experience to use while helping promote and strengthen our profession.
Learn more and sign up to volunteer here.
Secure your PacificWest 2024 early bird tickets now!
PacificWest 2024’s early bird tickets are on sale now!
You won't want to miss out on our signature event of the year. This conference provides diverse opportunities to network, take in world-class speakers and learn about the top trends and tools being used across the industry.
And don’t forget, we’ve partnered with the BC Real Estate Association to bring their annual Managing Brokers’ Conference to PacificWest 2024 as the new Managing Brokers' Stream! You can get full access to BCREA’s Managing Broker Stream with a regular admission to PacificWest.
This will be your only chance to save this year – get your regular, VIP, or group early bird tickets today!
Learn more about PacificWest 2024.
The GVR New REALTORS® Group launches in April
Greater Vancouver REALTORS® has evolved our former Young Professionals Network into the New REALTORS® Group, or NRG.
This revamped initiative will stay true to its roots, focusing on connecting you with dynamic speakers and thought leaders. The NRG will continue to serve as a vibrant space for professionals new to the industry, offering opportunities to share ideas, network, and propel your professional development through small, in-person workshops and regular networking events.
Review our online brochure to learn more.
If you have members in your office who’re newer to real estate, encourage them to learn more about the NRG and network with other like-minded Realtors at our NRG New Member Mixer at 2 pm on Tuesday, April 30 at the Craft Beer Market in Vancouver. Your $25 ticket includes one free drink ticket and some light refreshments.
There's a limited number of tickets available, so get yours today!