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The National Association of Realtors announced on April 2 a new expertise-driven application process for its 2027 governance committees. The updated approach is intended to better align member skills with committee responsibilities, aiming for a more targeted and transparent volunteer leadership system.
The change matters because it seeks to strengthen the organization's governance by ensuring that members are matched to roles based on relevant experience and qualifications. This could help the association operate more effectively and support its goals in the real estate industry.
NAR President Kevin Brown said, “NAR’s committees help shape the work of our association and the future of our industry, and we want members with the right experience, ideas, and leadership to see a clear path to serving. The new process is designed to bring more transparency to committee appointments, help members put their expertise to work, and better match talented applicants to the roles where they can make the greatest impact.”
Applicants will now start by completing an Expertise Profile before submitting an application. This profile will serve as a basis for evaluating each candidate's background, association experience, and areas of expertise. Afterward, candidates move into a tailored application process meant to assess fit for specific roles.
These changes reflect NAR’s broader commitment to stronger governance practices and greater transparency in committee appointments. Members can access applications, resources, and a video walkthrough at nar.realtor/committee-selection.
According to the official website, NAR supports diversity and inclusion within real estate professions. The organization includes about 1,200 local boards as well as 54 state and territorial associations according to its official website. NAR works toward empowering professionals in preserving property rights according to its official website.
As reported by its official website, NAR provides research data, advocacy efforts, education opportunities, statistics updates, and news resources for members. It also functions as a leading trade association in real estate according to its official website. The organization maintains headquarters in Chicago with another office located in Washington D.C., according to information from its official website.
