Work Groups are a collection of individuals with a particular expertise that come together to achieve a stated objective with a broader scope and collaborate on multiple aspects of a defined goal.
Work Groups report to the Executive Committee. The Work Group Chair oversees and coordinates all Work Group activity within the scope of the Association’s mission, goals, strategic priorities, action plans, Bylaws, and Corporate Policy and Procedures, and makes recommendations to the Executive Committee.
Work Groups are composed of REALTOR® and Platinum Affiliate Members except where otherwise provided, subject to confirmation by the Board of Directors.
Affiliate
To enhance the awareness of the Affiliate role within the Association, to strengthen the relationships between Affiliates and REALTORS® and to promote the overall professionalism of Affiliate members.
Chair: Matt Esling
Staff Liaison: Pamela Thompson
Global Network
The Global Network identifies, develops, and promotes programs that expand members’ business in the multi-cultural and global markets
Chair: Melrose Forde
Staff Liaison: Pamela Thompson
Marketing - Alameda Affiliate & INFORUM Marketing Meeting (AIMM)
Affiliate & INFORUM group manages the relationship with the Alameda Affiliate members and presents the monthly INFORUM marketing meeting.
Chair: Leah Nishi
Staff Liaison: Rochelle Hatala and Pam Barnes
Marketing - Central County Marketing Group (CCMG)
Members of each of the Marketing Groups provide regular forums for Bay East members and MLS users to market their listings, stay informed of market conditions and relevant real estate estate-related issues, network with real estate professionals, get information about Bay East services and benefits and expand their professional development.
Chair: Robert Montanez
Staff Liaison: Rochelle Hatala and Pam Barnes
Marketing - Tri-Cities Marketing Council (TCMC)
Members of each of the Marketing Groups provide regular forums for Bay East members and MLS users to market their listings, stay informed of market conditions and relevant real estate estate-related issues, network with real estate professionals, get information about Bay East services and benefits and expand their professional development.
Chair: Erica Starkey
Staff Liaison: Rochelle Hatala and Pam Barnes
Marketing - Real Estate Alliance of Livermore (REAL)
Members of each of the Marketing Groups provide regular forums for Bay East members and MLS users to market their listings, stay informed of market conditions and relevant real estate estate-related issues, network with real estate professionals, get information about Bay East services and benefits and expand their professional development.
Chair: Danielle Merrigan
Staff Liaison: Rochelle Hatala and Pam Barnes
Marketing - Valley Real Estate Network (VREN)
Members of each of the Marketing Groups provide regular forums for Bay East members and MLS users to market their listings, stay informed of market conditions and relevant real estate estate-related issues, network with real estate professionals, get information about Bay East services and benefits and expand their professional development.
Chair: Sam Yusufi
Staff Liaison: Rochelle Hatala and Pam Barnes
Past Presidents
The Past Presidents Work Group provides guidance to the current Bay East President and Executive Committee on critical issues facing the real estate profession and our association. Members are all Past Presidents with the immediate Past President serving as the chair.
Chair: Barbara Clemons
Staff Liaison: Pam Barnes
Young Professionals Network
Members of each of the Marketing Groups provide regular forums for Bay East members and MLS users to market their listings, stay informed of market conditions and relevant real estate estate-related issues, network with real estate professionals, get information about Bay East services and benefits and expand their professional development.
Chair: Sam Yusufi
Staff Liaison: Rochelle Hatala and Kelsey Paredes
Committees
A Committee is permanent and meets regularly. Committees make recommendations regarding policies or budget requests to advance the Association’s mission
Task Force
Teams tackling key challenges to support Bay East’s mission. Action-driven and project-focused, they report to leadership and make a big impact quickly.
Leadership Opportunities
Open to anyone aspiring to lead. Develop your skills and make an impact.