2017 Officer & Director Candidates
2017 President-Elect Candidates
Geoff Ramsey, CRS (RE/MAX Properties)
LOCAL: 2016 Director Liaison to RPAC Committee; 2015 Director Liaison to Governmental Affairs Committee; 2014 Chairman of CRPAC Committee; Member of 2015 Community Involvement and Governmental Affairs Committees; 2014-2015 GCAR Board of Directors
STATE & NATIONAL: 2016 TAR Director
CHAPTERS & COUNCILS: 2016 CRS
COMMUNITY: 2013-2016 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway; 2013- 2016 Architect of Hope St. Jude; 15 Years of support to Children’s Miracle Network
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 2014 REALTOR® of the Year
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I would like the community we serve to expect more from us as REALTORS®. We represent individuals and families in our community, on what will likely be the largest single investment of their lives. All REALTORS® need to be sure we are looking out for our clients’ best interests. Our association’s REALTORS® need to continue to be well-informed, educated and professional so we all can make sure our decisions are right for families and that families are well-represented in every transaction. As REALTORS® we should be held to the same standards as doctors and lawyers. We should hold ourselves to the highest standards. We change and affect lives. I would like to be part of an Association that continues to benefit all of its members to “be the very best they can be” through higher education and practical training standards.
2017 Secretary-Treasurer Candidates
Kim Bass, ABR, Green (RE/MAX Renaissance)
LOCAL: 2016 Director Liaison to Budget & Finance Committee 2016; 2014-2016 Board of Directors; 2014-2015 MLS Board of Directors; 2014 Director Liaison to Affiliate Council; 2015 RPAC Committee
STATE & NATIONAL: 2016 Alternate TAR Director
CHAPTERS & COUNCILS: 2016 Chairman WCR Nominating Committee; 2015 WCR President; 2014 WCR President-Elect; 2013 WCR Treasurer; 2012 WCR VP of Membership 2012
COMMUNITY: 2010-2016 Leader for Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Classes
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 2010-2015 100% Club RE/MAX
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I have very much enjoyed my service to the association, MLS Board, and WCR. It has shaped me to be a better REALTOR®. I am proud to serve and will do my best to represent fellow agents and my community.
2017-2018 Director Candidates
Robert Backer, ABR, NHS, e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Pryor Realty)
LOCAL: 2015-2016 Board of Directors; 2015-2016 Director Liaison to Leadership Development Committee; 2000-2009 Grievance Committee; 2015-2016 Professional Standards Committee
STATE & NATIONAL: 2015-2016 TAR Director
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 2005-Present PE Coldwell Banker; 2015-2016 Real Trend Top Agent; Top Office producer for listings
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I wish to continue to serve our local Board of Chattanooga. I learned the importance of helping members and representing them well. I would like to be part of the continued good path created over the past two years.
Becky Cope English, e-Pro (Crye-Leike REALTORS®)
LOCAL: 2016 RPAC Trustee; 2015-2016 Governmental Affairs Committee, including specific assignments regarding PILOTs and Form Based Code; 2011 Secretary-Treasurer; 2009-2010 Board of Directors; 2008-2009 Graduate of Leadership GCAR; 2007 Community Involvement Committee
STATE & NATIONAL: 2008 TAR Convention/Public Relations Committee
CHAPTERS & COUNCILS: 2016 WCR; HBAGC
COMMUNITY: 2016 Board of Trustees Secretary at Skyuka Hall, a school for children with learning differences.
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 2016 Advisory Committee for Marty Haynes, Property Assessor; 2016 Political Coordinator for Representative Mike Carter; 2015-2016 Served on HOA Bill Task Force at request of Representative Mike Carter.
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I wish to strengthen my industry through actively engaging in local, state, and national topics that affect not only our members, but our customers and clients. My goal is to be selfless in addressing our ever-changing industry and serving the members of our association in a manner that will protect and preserve our livelihoods and homeownership for all.
Dan Griess, Broker, CRS, GRI, SFR, e-Pro (Crye-Leike)
LOCAL: 2007 & 2011 MLS President; 2005 GCAR President; Numerous years as Director for GCAR and MLS Board of Directors; Various committees, task forces and presidential advisory groups.
STATE & NATIONAL: TAR Director for many years
CHAPTERS & COUNCILS: CRS (Local President 2008); Leadership GCAR 1998
COMMUNITY: Tennessee Aquarium volunteer scuba diver 2006-Present; Boy Scouts of America Assistant Scoutmaster 2008- Present.
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: GCAR REALTOR® of the Year 2006
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I have always had an interest in the direction of the REALTOR® Association. I am a firm believer in giving back to the profession that has been so good to me for the last 20 years.
John Payne (RE/MAX Renaissance)
LOCAL: 2015-2016 Governmental Affairs Committee; 2015-2016 PILOT Task Force; 2015-2016 Grievance Committee
STATE & NATIONAL: 2016-2017 TAR Governmental Affairs Committee
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: BS in Business Administration; 30 years of experience in the furniture industry, including manufacturing, sales and marketing
COMMUNITY: Morgantown Kiwanis Club’s man of the Year; Deacon of First Presbyterian Church; Chairman of Stewardship Campaign for First Presbyterian Church; Piedmont Regional Area Boy Scout Association; Board Member for Alastair Burke (provides residential services to developmentally disabled adults); York Fellows Prison Ministry (a division of the NC Department of Corrections)
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I am looking to expand my understanding of Real Estate issues both locally and statewide. I have a diverse background of accomplishments from past years both professionally, personally and in community service to others. With more time in my schedule, it’s my desire to give back and get involved.
Robyn Ring (River City Property Management)
LOCAL: 2015-2016 Governmental Affairs Committee; 2014-2016 Professional Standards Committee; 2009 Chair of Grievance Committee; 2007-2008 Grievance Committee
STATE & NATIONAL: 2016 TAR Governmental Affairs Committee
COMMUNITY: Firefighter Association 2014-2016; Denim and Diamonds 2011; Blood Assurance 2010;Palate to Palate 2009;Sponser of River front nights 2008-10;Riverbend 2010; MS Lockup 2009-2011; Sponsor of various sports Organizations for Children/Schools.
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Property Management Company of the year 2007.
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: As the Broker/Owner of a real estate firm for more than 16 years, I have vast knowledge and first-hand experience as to what it takes in order to be a good diplomat or a “go-between” for all interested parties. As a property manager I am able to see other people’s perspectives, hear what they are saying, and to solve problems. I have to be able to understand and balance the view of multiple interested parties. The ability to listen and communicate, as well as be proactive and involved, current and knowledgeable are just a few assets that would prove valuable to the Board.
Yadira ‘’ Yadi’’ Rosales (Legacy Real Estate and Development)
LOCAL: 2016 Graduate of GCAR Leadership Academy; 2016 Equal Opportunity & Cultural Diversity Committee
CHAPTERS & COUNCILS: 2011 Chamber of Commerce; 2011La Paz 2011; Toastmaster Monday Mumblers 2015 (served as VP of Membership)
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Rising Star Coldwell Banker Pryor 2012; Bachelors in Business with Minor in Management 2006; Associates in Applied Science 1998
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I have a passion for our industry and believe in giving back to the membership and the community; therefore, I would like to have the opportunity to continue broadening my knowledge and help contribute in making decisions and making a difference.
Barry Valcarcel (Black Creek Mountain Realty)
LOCAL: 2014-2016 Budget & Finance Committee; 2015 Broker Involvement Committee
COMMUNITY: Salvation Army Volunteer; Human Society Volunteer.
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: To continue to grow GCAR and mentor agents in our industry. Also, I look forward to building new relationships and learning more about the processes in place and learning more about how our association works.
Kevin Wamack (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Center)
LOCAL: 2015-2016 Community Partnership Committee; (Tee Up & Wind Down for Habitat); 2016 GCAR Leadership Academy Graduate
COMMUNITY: Boy Scouts of America
BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Platinum Club at RE/MAX in 4th year.
WHY I WISH TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: I want to give back to the industry that has been good to me. I feel like I can bring new ideas and be a benefit to the association.