Give Back • Grow Forward
Would you like to get involved in BER’s decision-making process and start your journey into leadership? Explore our 2026 committees and workgroups, meet this year’s chairs, and submit your 2026 Committee Consent to Serve.
Serving on a BER committee is one of the best ways to give back to the profession, build your network, and help steer the future of real estate in Bonita Springs–Estero and Southwest Florida.
From shaping educational offerings and MLS tools to weighing in on public policy and fair housing, committees give you a direct voice in the issues that affect your business every day.
Committee service is often the first step toward Leadership Development, Leadership Academy, Advisory Council, and future Board service. It’s where many BER leaders started their journey.
These volunteer leaders will guide BER’s 2026 committees and workgroups. When you serve, you’ll collaborate directly with them and with association staff to deliver member value all year.
Committee chairs help organize agendas, lead discussions, and work closely with BER staff liaisons.
Jadyn
Henderson
Professional Development
Karen
McIntyre
Grievance
Darlene
Williams
Events
Mark
True
Leadership Academy
Sandy
Wilder
Realtor Review
Keaton
West
YPN
Andy
Brinkoetter
MLS
Robert
Klein
Pro. Standards
Josie
Mendiola
Gov't Affairs / RPAC
Peter
West
Media
Kris
Boyle
Global Diversity
Adam
Ruud
Leadership Development
Kim
Reers
Advisory Council
Choose the groups that best fit your interests and strengths. You may select more than one committee or workgroup on the 2026 Committee Consent to Serve.
Increase the impact and profitability of BER events for charity while creating marketing opportunities for Affiliates and recognition for members.
Champion equity, inclusion, global business growth, and fair housing education across our marketplace.
Support candidates and issues that protect private property rights, homeownership, and the real estate industry at the local, state, and national levels.
Review ethics and arbitration complaints to determine whether they have sufficient substance to move forward to a Professional Standards hearing.
Broker-only group that interprets market statistics and trends and helps craft consumer-facing messaging about the Bonita Springs–Estero market area.
Evaluate MLS-linked products and services and provide feedback on the functionality of the CoreLogic Matrix platform (SWFLAMLS).
Help develop and administer a well-balanced education program to meet member CE, skills, and business development needs.
Serve on the committee charged with enforcing the Code of Ethics through ethics and arbitration hearings.
Support BER’s Realtor Review magazine by contributing ideas, content, and feedback on each issue.
A network of up-and-coming REALTORS® and Affiliates focused on giving back to the community and growing professionally through events, education, and leadership opportunities.
Many workgroups meet on a consistent rhythm, often aligned with the Advisory Council, while a few committees meet only as needed or for special processes like hearings.
Time commitments vary by committee, but most workgroups are designed to be manageable alongside a full-time real estate career. Many meetings are held via Zoom or grouped on Advisory Council days.
The Advisory Council serves as a hub where committee reports, updates, and ideas come together. Several of the “Workgroup” committees meet directly before or during Advisory Council blocks, making it easier to serve without overloading your calendar.
Ready to go deeper? In addition to core committees, BER offers pathways into formal leadership development, our Leadership Academy, and even opportunities to teach. You can indicate your interest right from the 2026 Committee Consent to Serve form .
Reviews Leadership Consent to Serve applications and awards nominations, and may assist with Leadership Academy interviews.
A full-year program for a cohort of ~14 candidates, including up to two modules per year, a group project, and a trip to Florida Realtors®.
A convening body that brings together committee leaders and key volunteers to share updates, align on strategy, and keep BER’s mission front and center.
The 2026 Consent to Serve form also includes an option to indicate interest in teaching real estate courses or sharing your expertise with fellow members.
