Inside NC REALTORS®

NAR LAUNCHES “THAT’S WHO WE R ® ”

New ad campaign promotes REALTORS® as advocates and advisers.

While many people know that a REALTOR® helps buy and sell homes, they may not know that only a REALTOR® is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and subscribes to its Code of Ethics. It’s the REALTOR® Code of Ethics that inspired the association’s new “That’s Who We R®” campaign. The campaign aims to reinforce REALTORS® as advocates for property owners, engaged community members and trusted advisers with in-depth knowledge of the industry.

“That’s Who We R®” reinforces that partnering with a REALTOR® delivers the peace of mind that can only come from working with a real person who is committed to their clients’ futures and neighborhoods just as much as they are.

“That’s Who We R®” serves as a reminder of what NAR has always stood for, while signaling where the organization is heading. For REALTORS®, the campaign is a rallying cry that instills pride in their everyday actions. For consumers, it’s an education about the REALTOR® difference.

Share your story! The “That’s Who We R®” campaign shines a spotlight on REALTORS®, and ‘R Stories’ gives you another way to get involved! Learn more at ThatsWhoWeR.realtor.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

NC REALTORS ® MAKING HEADLINES

NC REALTORS® is proud to honor the accomplishments of our members. Please join us in congratulating the following individuals.

RCE Designee

NC REALTORS® Compliance Counsel Caitlin Thompson (pictured first from left) recently earned the REALTOR® Association Certified Executive (RCE) designation. This is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives who demonstrate the drive, experience and commitment to achieve professional growth. Thompson was recently recognized at the Association Executives Institute along with AEs Elizabeth Campbell-Hensley (2nd from left) and Sheree Higgins (4th from left), and NC REALTORS® Director of Political Fundraising Kristin Nash (3rd from left).

NAR Commercial Services Accreditation

The Greensboro Regional REALTORS® Association’s REALTORS® Commercial Alliance (RCA) received a 5-star Commercial Services Accreditation from the National Association of REALTORS®. Association Executive Michael Barr accepted the award at AE Institute this spring.

To earn the Commercial Services Accreditation, an association must achieve the minimum twenty (20) required benchmarks, and each additional benchmark earns you additional points. GRRA earned 60 total points for the 5-star rating. Congratulations!

IMPACT

NC REALTORS ® GIVES BACK DAY IS JUNE 19

Make a difference in your community and participate in NC REALTORS® Gives Back Day on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. NC REALTORS® Gives Back is a way for local associations and members to come together and participate in a housing-related service project in their area.

Get Involved

If you don’t have a project or event in mind, don’t worry! We’ll be keeping a running list of all events on ncrealtors.org/ncrgivesback and on the Facebook event page, so check back often. Or, contact your local association to see if anything is planned in your area. If you have any questions or want to share your event details, please email Caitlin Thompson at cthompson@ncrealtors.org.

#NCRGivesBack | Share your work on social media

We want to see the meaningful work you are doing in your community. Join the conversation on Facebook and be sure to post a picture/video of your housing-related service project using the hashtag: #NCRGIVESBACK.

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Getting to Know You

NC REALTORS® announces the hiring of five new staff members, spanning administration and government affairs departments. We hope you enjoy getting to know some fun facts about these individuals.

MICHAEL MCKINNEY | NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation Director

When did you join the staff? February 2019

Educational background: Masters of Art in Nonprofit Management with a Concentration in Leadership from High Point University; Masters of Science in Banking and Finance from Boston University; Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Concentration in Public Administration and a Minor in Sociology

Experience related to your position: I was an agent for Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate. I also have 16 years of banking and finance experience in addition to over 16 years of nonprofit experience.

MIKE BUTRUM | Local Government Affairs Director

When did you join the staff? March 2019

Educational background: Studied at the University of Michigan and Wayne State University in Detroit

Experience related to your position: For 11 years, I worked as the Local Government Affairs Director for Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS® in Asheville, N.C.

Where did you grow up? Where else have you lived? Detroit is my home town. I have lived in Washington, D.C. (Army); New York City; Greenville, S.C.; Cincinnati; Dallas; and Asheville, N.C.

MARCUS SLADE | Government Affairs Assistant

When did you join the staff? March 2019

Educational background: Bachelors in Political Science from Lenoir-Rhyne University; Masters in Public Administration with a focus on domestic policy from Appalachian State University

Experience related to your position: I worked on a political campaign for a state representative and I was also a Management Fellow for Rockingham County.

What are you currently watching on Netflix? Stranger Things

HANNAH BRINSON | Regional Government Affairs Director

When did you join the staff? April 2019

Educational background: Bachelor of Arts in History from UNC-Charlotte

Experience related to your position: While in college, I obtained two political internships and began volunteering for a nonprofit. Volunteering for the nonprofit ultimately led me to gaining a full-time position with them working in fundraising.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working? Reading, hiking, spending time with my family and running. I am training for my first half marathon!

PORTER GRAHAM | Local Government Affairs Director

When did you join the staff? April 2019

Educational background: Bachelor of Arts in History from George Washington University

Experience related to your position: My prior work for the U.S. House of Representatives necessitated the communication of nuanced, technical material in ways relatable to diverse audiences.

You have to sing karaoke. What song do you pick? Caribbean Queen by Billy Ocean

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