Join a Bay East Committee
Joining a committee has always been a great way to make new contacts, learn about new trends in our profession and have a voice in shaping the Association’s direction. Each year over one hundred REALTORS® and Platinum Affiliates become active participants in Bay East’s committees. Members can apply to serve on one or more committee based on their interests. Some committees have requirements for membership while others have waiting lists.
If you are interested in becoming a committee volunteer, please email LIDC@bayeast.org or click on the Volunteer button below and complete the form.
Join a Bay East Committee
Joining a committee has always been a great way to make new contacts, learn about new trends in our profession and have a voice in shaping the Association’s direction. Each year over one hundred REALTORS® and Platinum Affiliates become active participants in Bay East’s committees. Members can apply to serve on one or more committee based on their interests. Some committees have requirements for membership while others have waiting lists.
If you are interested in becoming a committee volunteer, please email LIDC@bayeast.org or click on the Volunteer button below and complete the form.
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Affiliate Committee
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
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice ChairStaff LiaisonCamila Arri-Nudo
Cutco Closing Gifts
1250 Pine St., Ste 301 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Additional InfoPamela Thompson, Education Director
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Increase networking opportunities between Platinum Affiliates and REALTORS®.
- Provide leadership development opportunities for Platinum Affiliates.
- Promote the Platinum Affiliates and the Affiliate Committee vision to the membership.
- Recruit and retain Platinum Affiliate members by promoting membership benefits.
- Increase participation of Platinum Affiliate members in the association.
- Support opportunities to give back to the community.
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Affiliate & INFORUM Marketing Meeting (AIMM) Work Group
Affiliate & INFORUM group manages the relationship with the Alameda Affiliate members and presents the monthly INFORUM marketing meeting.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice Chair
Staff Liaison
Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Leadership Identification and Development Committee
Members of the Leadership Identification and Development Committee identify, mentor, and create awareness about volunteer and leadership opportunities. In collaboration with the Leadership Evaluation and Selection Committee, they Inspire the current and next generation of leaders by engaging, elevating, and empowering them in the areas of personal and business leadership growth, so they can make a lasting impact on the real estate industry and the communities they serve.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice Chair
Geraldine Ramirez
Bay City Real Estate Group
6200 Stoneridge Mall Rd. Suite 300 Pleasanton CA 94588
Staff Liaison
Additional Info
Kelsey Paredes, Member Services Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Create outreach programs to recruit new prospective leaders for Bay East and C.A.R.
- Attend events that promote leadership recruitment, development, networking and mentoring.
- Identify and mentor volunteers and leadership candidates.
- Stay abreast of Bay East volunteer opportunities and have a general understanding of the minimum requirements to serve on Bay East Committees, apply as a Bay East Director, and apply as a C.A.R./NAR Director.
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Leadership Evaluation & Selection Committee
Members of the Leadership Evaluation and Selection Committee identify leadership candidates, review and recommend Bay East REALTOR® Members to serve the Association as an Officer or Director, as a National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Director, and to select Members for the REALTOR®, Rookie, Affiliate of the Year and Good Neighbor awards.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice Chair
Sheila Cunha
Legacy Real Estate & Associates
5075 Hopyard Rd. Suite 110 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Staff LiaisonSteve Medeiros, Past President
REALTY EXPERTS
41051 Mission Blvd Fremont, CA 94539
Additional Info
Pam Barnes, Chief Association Services Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Identify and certify Board of Directors candidates.
- Identify and recommend C.A.R. and NAR Director Candidates to the Board of Directors.
- Review nominees for REALTOR® of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Affiliate of the Year and Good Neighbor and select award recipients.
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Local Government Relations Committee - Alameda
Local Government Relations Committee members identify, develop, and oversee programs that enhance your relationships with the communities, governments and other “publics” within the city of Alameda.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice Chair
Staff LiaisonJoseph LoParo
Keller Williams Realty
4937 Telegraph Ave., Ste A Oakland, CA 94609
Additional Info
David Stark, Chief Public Affairs and Communications Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Monitor and inform members about real estate-related government action.
- Lobby on local real estate related issues.
- Promote Bay East’s Housing Policy.
- Promote the REALTOR® Action Fund.
- Promote REALTORS® are the voice for real estate.
- Educate public regarding real estate issues.
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Local Government Relations Committee - Pleasanton
Local Government Relations Committee members identify, develop, and oversee programs that enhance your relationships with the communities, governments and other “publics” within areas served by Bay East.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice ChairKevin McCallum
Legacy Real Estate & Associates
1686 Second St Livermore, CA 94550
Staff Liaison
Additional Info David Stark, Chief Public Affairs and Communications Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Create a positive change in the industry and in the communities we serve.
- Provide resources that are responsive to current market conditions.
- Promote the value of REALTORS, Affiliates and BHAGs.
- Homeownership is a priority for local decision makers.
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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
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice Chair
Robert Montanez
Century 21 RE Alliance
20980 Redwood Rd. Ste 100 Castro Valley, CA 94546
Vice Chair
Angela Lax
Allstate G & L Insur. Srvc
3111 Castro Valley Blvd #220 Castro Valley. CA 94546
Vice ChairStaff Liaison
Aaron Lewis
Aaron's Auto Brokerage & Sales
20910 Redwoods Rd. Ste D Castro Valley, CA 94546
Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Marketing Group - 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
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice ChairAlyssa Gonzalez
Home Buyers Realty
344 Division St. Ste 100 Pleasanton, CA 94566
Vice ChairVice Chair
Staff Liaison Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Marketing Group - 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
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice ChairVice ChairStaff Liaison
Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Marketing Group - 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
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice Chair
Glen Riggs
eXp Realty of California
2603 Camino Ramon Ste 200 San Ramon, CA 94583
Vice Chair
Staff Liaison
Michael Cherman
Elation Real Estate
127 Spring St., Ste 230 Pleasanton, CA 94566
Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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MLS Business & Technology Committee
MLS Business & Technology Committee members oversee the operation of Bay East MLS, recommend enhancements to the system. In addition, they identify and inform users about technology issues that can potentially impact their ability to do business.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice ChairWill Doerlich
Realty ONE Group BMC Assoc
608 Main Street Suite G Pleasanton, CA 94566
Staff Liaison
Charles Mortimer
EXP Realty of California
2603 Camino Ramon - Suite 200 San Ramon, CA 94583
Additional InfoRoya Chaudhry, MLS Director
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Review new MLS technology and services.
- Recommend MLS Rules and Regulations changes.
- Represent Bay East on the MLS Management Group (MMG).
- Serve as liaisons to neighboring MLSs.
- Review requests for the waiver of MLS fees.
- Review and recommend criteria for Achievement Club.
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Professional Standards Committee
The primary responsibilities of the Professional Standards Committee include recommending and implementing programs that enhance the professionalism of REALTORS® in accordance with the NAR Code of Ethics, MLS Rules and C.A.R.’s Professional Standards Reference Manual. In addition, committee members are available to assist you in resolving disputes that occur from real estate business.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice Chair
Staff LiaisonWill Doerlich
Realty ONE Group BMC Assoc
608 Main Street Suite G Pleasanton, CA 94566
Additional Info Kelsey Paredes, Member Services Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Process ethics and MLS complaints.
- Hear and decide arbitration disputes.
- Mediate disputes between REALTORS®; REALTORS® and their clients.
- Mediate ethics disputes between REALTORS®; and REALTORS® and their clients.
- Mediate disputes between buyers and sellers.
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Young Professionals Network (YPN) Committee
Young Professionals Network (YPN) Committee members act as the voice and advocate for Bay East’s young REALTORS® and Affiliates. They support the development of young real estate professionals through association participation, career advancement, community involvement, and cultivation of future leaders. YPN Committee meetings are held monthly.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice Chair
Mauricio Torres
EXP Realty of California
2603 Camino Ramon, Ste 200 San Ramon, CA 94583
Staff Liaison
Additional Info Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Promote involvement of the young members of the Association.
- Provide leadership development opportunities for members.
- Provide information, tools and support to assist young professionals.
- Provide networking events.
- Participate in opportunities to give back to the community.
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Bay East Foundation
A Foundation Trustee oversees the operation of the Foundation. The Foundation supports Bay East members in need (Members Helping Members Program™), offers community scholarships and grants to Alameda County students who pursue higher education degrees, and supports community-related charitable organizations and local schools. Foundation meetings are held monthly.
- President
- Treasurer
- Staff Liaison
PresidentTreasurer
Curtis Fleming
Staff LiaisonLupe Del Castillo
Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Board of Directors
The Board of Directors steer the Association toward a healthy future by utilizing sound organizational and financial policies. The Board is comprised of the Association President, President-Elect, Treasurer, Past President and CEO, as well as 15 REALTOR® Directors and 1 Platinum Affiliate Director who represent 4 geographic areas.
- President
- President Elect
- Staff Liaison
PresidentPresident Elect
Barbara Clemons, President
Coldwell Banker Realty
450 Main St. #207 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Staff Liaison
Tracey Esling, President-Elect
Legacy Real Estate & Assoc.
5075 Hopyard Rd. Ste 110 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Tricia Thomas, Chief Executive Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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C.A.R./NAR Directors
C.A.R. Directors and NAR Directors are to serve the Membership and represent the Association at the California Association of REALTORS® Directors’ sessions and the National Association of REALTORS® Directors’ sessions. C.A.R. Directors and NAR Directors are appointed by the Leadership Evaluation and Selection Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. C.A.R. Directors attend 3 State meetings a year and NAR Directors 2 meetings a year.
- President
- Staff Liaison
- Meeting Summaries
- Future Meeting Dates
PresidentStaff Liaison Barbara Clemons, President
Coldwell Banker Realty
450 Main St. #207 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Meeting SummariesFuture Meeting Dates Pam Barnes, Chief Association Services Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Chairperson/Vice Chairperson
The Chair / Vice Chair Committee is an advisory group to the current President and Board of Directors. The Committee provides insight on critical issues facing the real estate profession and assists in creating strategies that advance the association. Committee members consist of the current Bay East committee chairs and vice-chairs.
- President
- Staff Liaison
PresidentStaff Liaison Barbara Clemons, President
Coldwell Banker Realty
450 Main St. #207 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Pam Barnes, Chief Association Services Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Executive Committee
The Executive Committee assists the Board of Directors in completing its tasks efficiently and expeditiously. This committee reviews issues facing the association and makes preliminary decisions to be ratified at the Board of Directors meeting. Members include the Association President, President-Elect, Treasurer, Past President, CEO, and three Presidential appointees who represent each district.
- President
- President Elect
- Staff Liaison
PresidentPresident Elect Barbara Clemons, President
Coldwell Banker Realty
450 Main St. #207 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Staff Liaison Tracey Esling, President-Elect
Legacy Real Estate & Assoc.
5075 Hopyard Rd. Ste 110 Pleasanton, CA 94588
Tricia Thomas, Chief Executive Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Global Network Work Group
The Global Network identifies, develops, and promotes programs that expand members’ business in the multi-cultural and global markets.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice Chair
Staff Liaison
Sinath Thi
Coldwell Banker Realty
21060 Redwood Road, Suite 130 Castro Valley, CA 94546
Pamela Thompson, Education Director
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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I.D.E.A. Committee
To raise awareness of and recommend action to eliminate explicit & implicit bias, promote fair housing & lending initiatives & policies, foster diversity within Bay East and its leadership, provide educational opportunities in this area, and provide educational opportunities and discussion forums for all DEI types.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice Chair
Staff Liaison
Jessica Arnold, Strategic Marketing Manager
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Investment Advisory Work Group
Members of the Investment Advisory Work Group, oversee investments and the investment policy of the Association.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairVice Chair
Staff LiaisonWill Doerlich
Realty ONE Group BMC Assoc
608 Main Street Suite G Pleasanton, CA 94566
Francoise Jordan, Chief Financial Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Political Activities Committee
Political Activities Committee members establish and maintain relationships with local elected officials, interview candidates for local elected offices, recommend candidates for Bay East endorsement, and allocate C.A.R. Local Candidate Recommendation Committee funds in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Chair
- Vice Chair
- Staff Liaison
- Additional Info
ChairVice ChairKevin McCallum
Legacy Real Estate & Associates
1686 Second St Livermore, CA 94550
Staff Liaison Additional Info David Stark, Chief Public Affairs and Communications Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
- Annually review and recommend Local PAC Funds split to Board of Directors.
- Monitor local political environment.
- Interview Candidates running for local elected offices.
- Recommend candidate endorsements to Board of Directors.
- Build and maintain relation-ships with elected officials.
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Past Presidents Work Group
The Past Presidents Work Group is an advisory committee to the current Bay East President and Executive Committee. This team provides guidance 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
- Staff Liaison
ChairStaff LiaisonSteve Medeiros, Past President
REALTY EXPERTS
41051 Mission Blvd Fremont, CA 94539
Pam Barnes, Chief Association Services Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Property Management Advisory Work Group
The primary purpose of the advisory work group is to advise the CEO and CFO on property management matters related to the operation of the 7021 Koll Center Parkway property.
- Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairStaff Liaison
Francoise Jordan, Chief Financial Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566
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Strategic Thinking Work Group
The Strategic Thinking Work Group identifies issues of importance to REALTORS® based on an analysis of industry trends affecting the evolution of the real estate market.
- Chair
- Staff Liaison
ChairStaff Liaison Tricia Thomas, Chief Executive Officer
Bay East Association of REALTORS®
7021 Koll Center Parkway Pleasanton, CA 94566