Here are some of the highlights from REALTOR® CONNECTIONS 2014, held Thursday, March 27 at the Hamilton Convention Centre:
RAHB AGM
The 2013 audited financial statements were presented by Audit Committee chair Bruce Moran and received by members. MLS® Committee chair Sean Morrison gave a brief MLS® report and noted in particular that the Single Sign On was ready for RAHB members. RAHB President Tim Mattioli and CEO Ross Godsoe presented a look at 2014 leadership initiatives, including the introduction of the online Realty Shoppe, the MLS® Home Price Index, discussions with other real estate associations about a shared regional MLS® database, member engagement, a review of member services and review of core business systems.
RECO Registrar Joe Richer provided a RECO update.
Education
This year a CE-credit course on Fusion was offered along with workshops on Building Relationships through Facebook/Working By Referral, the Paperless Office, a GeoWarehouse demonstration and a professional networking panel.
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker Michael “Pinball” Clemons entertained and motivated in the wrap-up session of the day.
Member Services
RAHB Member Services expanded again to serve and engage RAHB members. Inside the exhibit hall, RAHB staff were on hand to demonstrate the new Single Sign On, Stats Pro and Statistical Information Management (SIM) programs as well as answer questions about Fusion.
Outside the exhibit hall, representatives from the RAHB Charity Auction were on hand to help members decorate the Christmas tree with RAHB dollars and take donations for the Children’s Fund. RAHB President Tim Mattioli and CEO Ross Godsoe were there to answer members’ questions. Members of the Membership Area Representation Committee (MARC) were also on hand to provide information about upcoming RAHB meetings, engage members to take part in the Photo Quiz and encourage members to have their say.
Realty Shoppe
The Realty Shoppe buzzed with activity most of the day and offered its usual great show specials and free gifts.
Winners!
2015 RAHB Dues — Ruth Morehouse, Royal LePage G. Bruce Macdonald Real Estate
Realty Shoppe
$250 gift basket – Sue Moorcroft, Keller Williams Edge Realty
Other prizes ($65-$150 value) — Judi Caplan, Coldwell Banker Pinnacle Real Estate; Margaret Reid, Royal LePage State Realty; Tashnuva Masud, Sutton Group Innovative Realty; Nancy DiCosimo, RE/MAX Escarpment Realty
Charity Auction —Journey/Steve Miller Band concert tickets – Patty Bevan, RE/MAX Escarpment Realty; Burlington Post advertisement – David Biehler, Com/Choice Realty; Beauty basket – Janna French, RE/MAX Escarpment Realty; Handmade glass plate – Michael Van Dyke, Halton Heritage Realty
MARC’s photo contest – “Do You Know Your Community?” – Rob Cecchetti, Royal LePage State Realty