Board of Directors
Separate Application Process Required | Deadline: April 30, 2026
The Board of Directors is the governing body of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. In addition to attending and actively participating in meetings, Directors promote the value of REALTORS® and the REALTOR® brand, approve and monitor fiscal and operational policies, set the strategic direction, and make recommendations to advance the association and real estate industry.
Foundation Board of Trustees
Separate Application Process Required | Deadline: May 5, 2026
The Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation provides REALTORS® with educational scholarships to enhance their businesses and professionalism, fosters careers in real estate, and engages in charitable giving related to the real estate industry and housing in the Chicagoland community.
Audit Committee
The purpose of the Audit Committee is to oversee the integrity of CAR’s financial accounting process and systems of internal control regarding finance, accounting and use of assets. The Audit Committee should take an active role in the prevention and deterrence of fraud, as well as an effective ethics and compliance program.
- Term: Staggered, 2-year terms. Each member is eligible for one additional consecutive 2-year term (total of 4 years).
- Meetings and Commitments: Quarterly Meetings with 1 extra meeting in late November/early December. 60-90 minutes in length. Meetings are typically virtual.
Casino Royale Advisory Group
The purpose of the RPAC Casino Royale Advisory Group is the planning and organization of the annual Casino Royale black-tie fundraising event. This work group focuses on encouraging member attendance and garnering sponsorships and RPAC contributions for the event.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Monthly virtual meetings. Meetings are 30-45 minutes. Attendance at the event is not mandatory and at the sole discretion and payment of the volunteer.
CommercialForum Committee
The purpose of the CommercialForum is to create a community of Chicagoland commercial real estate professionals to increase the likelihood of their success through education, networking, business services, advocacy programs, research and action.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Quarterly meetings for 90 minutes, either in person or virtually, to discuss emerging issues, opportunities, and trends affecting commercial real estate professionals in the Chicagoland market. Committee members are expected to actively participate in meetings and contribute ideas and expertise to help shape CommercialForum programming and resources. This may include sharing feedback on educational topics, recommending speakers, identifying sponsorship opportunities, and suggesting updates or improvements to commercial forms, contracts, and business tools. Members are encouraged to support and promote CommercialForum events and initiatives within their professional networks and help connect the association with industry insights, partnerships, and resources that benefit commercial practitioners.
Finance Committee
The purpose of the Finance Committee is to provide oversight of the financial management and reporting function of the Association.
- Term: Staggered, 2-year terms. Each member is eligible for one additional consecutive 2 year-term (total of 4 years).
- Meetings and Commitments: Seven meetings per year that average 90 minutes in length. Four of those meetings are in-person and three are virtual.
Forms and Contracts Committee
The purpose of the Forms and Contracts Committee is to review and update all approved CAR forms and contracts on a regular basis, as well as develop any forms and contracts that will enhance members’ businesses.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Monthly Meetings. Meetings are 2.5 hours and generally are virtual.
Global Real Estate Council
The purpose of the Global Real Estate Council is to support CAR members who do business with global markets (inbound and outbound transactions and/or consultancy) through education and networking activities, information sharing and involvement with select global real estate organizations. The forum also fosters strong relations with local organizations representing diverse ethnic and cultural communities in Chicagoland.
- Term: 2 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Bi-monthly meetings, with smaller work group meetings in off months. Meetings are 90 minutes and are in-person only. Each Council Member is expected to attend and promote each Global event. Each Council member is asked to join the Global Council Facebook page.
Grievance Committee
The purpose of the Grievance Committee is to review complaints received from the public and members to determine if the complaint has sufficient substance and merit to warrant an ethics or arbitration hearing.
- Term: Staggered, 3-year terms. Each member is eligible for two additional, consecutive 3-year terms (a total of 9 years).
- Meetings and Commitments: Mandatory all-day professional standards training or re-training (Date TBD – Fall 2026). Standing meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month; they will be held virtually except for one meeting per quarter will be held in-person.
Inaugural Gala Advisory Group
The primary focus of the Inaugural Gala Advisory Group is to plan and execute table sales and generate sponsorship revenue for the event. The advisory group may also assist staff with the event planning and organization. The Inaugural Gala, an annual CAR signature event, features the installation of the association’s newly elected directors and officers, in addition to honoring the recipients of the Hall of Fame and REALTOR® of the Year awards.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Monthly virtual meetings. Meetings are 30-45 minutes. Attendance at the event is not mandatory and at the sole discretion and payment of the volunteer.
Member Care Task Force
The Member Care Task Force aims to optimize the membership experience for all members. To personalize and develop relationships between the association and REALTOR® members in order to enhance member satisfaction.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Meetings are typically quarterly and vary between in-person and virtual. Meetings are usually 1.5 hours in length. Attendance at member outreach events is expected.
Professional Development Advisory Group
The purpose of the Professional Development Advisory Group is to identify professional development topics, classes, events and new programs which would be of value to the members of CAR and the greater Chicagoland real estate community. Further, the advisory group is to promote the offerings of REALTORS® Real Estate School and the programs of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Fund.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Meetings are typically held quarterly, or as needed, and are 1-2 hours. Meetings will be virtual unless otherwise requested by the Committee. Members may be asked to represent or be present at certain member outreach events.
Professional Standards Committee
The purpose of the Professional Standards Committee is to hear and make decisions on matters of alleged unethical conduct by Board Member or to provide arbitration, as requested.
- Term: Staggered, 3-year terms. Each member is eligible for two additional, consecutive 3-year terms (a total of 9 years).
- Meetings and Commitments: Mandatory all-day professional standards training or re-training (Date TBD – Fall 2026). The committee does not hold standing meetings, rather, members of the Professional Standards Committee will serve on Hearing Panels, when requested.
Property Management Forum
The purpose of the Property Management Forum is to provide an open setting for speakers, member involvement and information sharing related to property management and leasing matters.
- Term: Open Term
- Meetings and Commitments: Meetings are held as needed based on topic and demand. Members are strongly encouraged to offer their perspective on proposed legislation that affects property managers and to consider authoring articles about property management to help others understand the business.
Public policy coordinating Committee
The purpose of the Public Policy Coordinating Committee is to recommend the public policy initiatives of CAR and to provide counsel to the Board of Directors on selected residential, commercial and property management advocacy and public policy issues.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Monthly 1 hour meetings. Meetings are virtual.
Sponsorship advisory committee
The purpose of the Sponsorship Advisory Committee is to serve as a work group that supports the Chicago REALTORS® sponsorship program by identifying prospects, facilitating introductions, and assisting with outreach and relationship cultivation, with the goal of increasing sponsorship engagement and revenue for the Association.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Quarterly virtual meetings. Some may be in person with advance notice given. Meetings will be around 60 minutes in length.
Sustainability Committee
The purpose of the Sustainability Committee is to create a community of Chicagoland real estate professionals to advocate and educate on topics related to sustainability and sustainable development.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Meetings are held quarterly for 1 hour to share insights, discuss emerging sustainability topics affecting the real estate industry, and identify opportunities for the association to support members with relevant information and resources. Between meetings, members may be asked to provide feedback via email, share relevant industry updates, or suggest educational topics, speakers, or resources that would benefit REALTORS®. Committee members are encouraged to serve as connectors and ambassadors, helping share sustainability-related information, tools, and best practices with their professional networks and the broader real estate community.
Young professionals Network Advisory Board
The CAR Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a growing group of career-minded real estate professionals who want to learn about and share the latest tools, resources and networking opportunities available to them as REALTORS®. The YPN strives to help real estate professionals excel in their careers by giving them the tools and encouragement to become involved in REALTOR® Associations (all levels), take an active role in policy discussions and advocacy issues, create a cooperative community to share ideas with their peers and give back to the community through outreach initiatives.
- Term: 1 Year
- Meetings and Commitments: Meetings are held monthly for 2 hours. Meetings are in-person, and while in-person attendance is encouraged, hybrid participation is available. Additional commitments outside of meetings might include attending YPN-hosted events, representing YPN at other association events, and sponsorship outreach. The average time commitment, in total, considering both meetings and events, is 3-5 hours/month.
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Leadership Accelerator
Applications open every fall.
Develop your leadership potential and, through various trainings, programs and projects, helps to refine and accelerate your leadership capabilities so you can make an even bigger, more effective impact.
Mentorship Program
Applications open every fall.
Apply to be a mentee or a coach! This program will also emphasize ethical behavior from REALTOR® to REALTOR®, allow network opportunities, and develop leadership skills.
