Join an NVRA Committee or Workgroup
The Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association invites its members to get involved by serving on a committee or Strategic Plan Workgroup. Committee involvement is a great way to network with fellow members, to learn about the Association and to help shape its direction. If you are interested in getting involved, contact Troi Bachmann, CEO at troi@nwvtrealtor.org, or complete the form at the bottom of this page.
NVRA Standing Committees
Below is a list of our standing committees. Click each to learn more.
The purpose of the Community Service Committee is to promote good fellowship within the community. The Committee organizes fundraising events for NVRA’s charitable giving program and also makes decisions on where the funds should be distributed.
Chair: Lauren Gaffney Cohen, The Gardner Group – RE/MAX North Professionals
The Education Committee identifies key educational opportunities for REALTOR® members throughout the year. The Committee plans the monthly Lunch and Learn Series as well as continuing education programs to members improve their business.
Chair: Robbi Handy Holmes, Vermont Realty Group – Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
The Grievance and Professional Standards Committee reviews complaints brought to the Association for Code of Ethics or Professional Standards violations. It works to enforce the Code of Ethics and acts as a peer panel in arbitration hearings. Training is required.
Chair: Barb Trousdale, Preferred Properties
The Government Affairs Committee monitors local and regional legislative and regulatory activities and provides feedback the NVBR Board of Directors. The group also acts as the conduit to the Vermont Association of REALTORS® regarding statewide legislative and regulatory issues and RPAC.
In May of 2023, NVRA received a grant from the National Association of REALTORS® to conduct a poll of registered voters centered on housing preferences in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. Read the full report here.
Chair: Jolene Greene, RE/MAX North Professionals
The Investment and Finance Committee is charged with monitoring the finances and overseeing the investments of the Association. The committee makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for investment opportunities that meet the guidelines of the NVRA Investment Policy.
Chair: Leigh Horton, Your Journey Real Estate
The NVRA Young Professionals Network is now the Rising Professionals Alliance (RPA).
Anyone can join this committee: you don’t have to be young or new to the industry to make an impact!
RPA plans NVRA networking events to benefit our membership. RPA is responsible for planning details of our annual awards ceremony, REALTORS® of Distinction. Affiliates and REALTORS® welcome!
Chair: Jeremy Collins, Ridgeline Real Estate
Ad Hoc Committees/Workgroups
We also have a list of our ad hoc committees & workgroups. Click each to learn more.
This workgroup will review member benefits for Realtor® and Affiliate members. The workgroup will also discuss potential new programs and services that may be of value to NVBR members.
Chair: Blair Knowles, Ridgeline Real Estate
This Committee addresses local leadership development. It explores the various pieces of the NVRA Leadership Development Program, identify potential leaders for local and statewide offices, and help to create a searchable member profile database.
