COMMITTEES

we understand your schedule is busy, but we need your help

The success of a membership association, such as the RAA, greatly depends on participation of its volunteers.

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR A committee

You must sign up for committee choices each year, as they do not carry over.

Please indicate your choices.

Most committees meet a total of 3 to 4 times a year.

All committees are open to both REALTOR® and Affiliate members, except where noted.

RAA COMMITTEES

Budget & Finance Committee *

Keisha LeBlanc, Chairperson

Reviews financial statements and recommends annual budget to the Board of Directors.

Events & Community Outreach Committee

Sam Hayes & Elena Ladmirault, Co-Chairs

Plans, executes, and promotes all of the RAA’s major events including Gumbo Cook-Off, Affiliate Appreciation Day, and REALTOR® Appreciation Day.

Membership Committee

Shawn Carter & Maria Lopez Kimbrough, Co-Chairs

Plans and executes the monthly New Member Orientation program, makes recommendations on member services and promotes all local, state, and national REALTOR® events.

Cultural Diversity Committee

Annette Porter & Jeff Bower, co-chairs

Promotes awareness of Fair Housing practices through seminars and programs.

Legislative Committee

Jessica Lafitte Landry, Sara Zuschlag, & Cindy Herring, chairs

Monitors legislation affecting the real estate industry and promotes awareness to the membership.

REALTORS® Commercial Alliance***

Monty Warren, President

This committee is dedicated to the growth within our community as it relates to commercial development. Membership in this committee allows you access to networking opportunities geared towards commercial, investment, and exchange real estate.

Professional Development Committee

Kishment McCloskey, Hope Kidder, & Helen Thibeaux, chairs

Coordinates continuing education schedule and recommends topics and classes to be considered.

Professional Standards Committee**

Ivan Jennings, Chairperson

Arbitrates business disputes and conducts ethics hearings in cases of alleged violations.

Your Professional Network

Tyler Rush, President

This committee is geared towards agents with 0-3 years in the industry and provides resources and networking opportunities for newer agents.

Property Management Council

Kishment McCloskey, Chairperson

This committee is dedicated to enhancing knowledge pertaining to Property Management.

MLS Forms

Lizzie Herter, Chairperson

Discusses potential field changes in MLS and identifies new potential software to bring forth to the MLS Committee.

Honor Society

Kristi Huval, Chairperson

Recognizes members for their association activity, professionalism, education, and community service.

* Note 1: All applicants will be reviewed by the Executive Team. The Treasurer will make recommendations to the Board of Directors for three new members every year.

** Note 2: Must complete Professional Standards training before assignment (REALTORS® only)

***Note 3: Annual membership fee of $35.