Our current 2017 President-Elect resigned and now we are looking for an immediate replacement. This position is open to any REALTOR member. The 2017 President-Elect will become the 2018 President of the Western Michigan network of the Women's Council of Realtors. Do you want to have an integral part of planning events and guiding the network? Challenge yourself to take on a leadership position and gain valuable experience and recognition. Think you got what it takes? Apply today!

Please download the attached application and return to 2017 president Ashley Dietch-Schaefer by Friday, 7/28
ashley@hellohomesgr.com, (616) 439-1272

Shelley Frody Becomes the WCR Western Michigan Chapter President for 2014-2015
Lisa Coe is the New President-Elect 2014-2015

Former president Melanie Abraham announced that she would be stepping down as she has relocated to Austin, Texas in May 2014.  Melanie's resignation was forwarded to the governing board and was effective on May 7, 2013.  President-Elect Shelley Frody stepped into the role of president of the chapter a bit early.  We are deeply grateful for her desire to lead and for the supportive efforts of the current team of governing board members.   Lisa Coe was nominated and accepted for President-Elect for the remainder of the year and the full term of 2015.  Please join us in wishing Melanie Abraham all the best as she begins a new chapter in her life and career.  We thank her for her service on behalf of the organization.

Member Diane Griffin Purchases Keller Williams North, Grand Rapids
A big congratulations to Diane Griffin on her new venture in purchasing the Keller Williams Market Center North in Grand Rapids.  The original investor group is still involved, excited, and prepared for growth. This doesn't affect her current Griffin Properties Team in any way. This is a new business venture for her and she is excited to make the Market Center amazing and build on the solid foundation that was created.  Go Diane!

Members Lola Audu and Steve Volkers Speak at NAR Tech Edge
Tech Edge came to Detroit MI on June 6th, 2014. This cutting edge technology conference features some of Michigan's best & brightest when it comes to utilizing technology effectively in your business.  This event was a one day only, information rich technology training session produced by the National Association of REALTORS®.  Topics covered included social media, mobile devices and apps, photos and video, marketing, branding, and many more!  Featuring some names you know from Women's Council of REALTORS: Lola Audu and Steve Volkers.  Great job guys!

MEMBER ASHLEY DIETCH MAKES "30 UNDER 30" FOR 2014
The "30 Under 30" distinction recognizes up and coming professionals in the real estate industry who are under the age of 30, with business success, community involvement, and professional leadership all contributing factors for the award.  Ashley competed against hundreds of contenders throughout the U.S. and Canada for the top spot placement, with a week long voting period at the end of March determining the winning 30 from a list of 50 finalists.  Congrats Ashley!

MEMBER KARLA HUITSING IS GRAR PRESIDENT FOR 2014
Karla has 16 years experience in real estate profession.  She currently manages Towne Square Real Estate.  Her current goals are to help promote the real estate industry in renewing the timeless values of honesty, trust, forthrightness and excellence.  She strives to improve our profession and the surrounding communities.  GRAR is fortunate to have great leaders like you!  Thank you for your service.

MEMBER CATHY HOPPOUGH NAMED AS GRAR PRESIDENT-ELECT 2014
Cathy has been a Realtor for over 30 years.  She greatly values education and working with others.  As president-elect, she will work closely with the GRAR president and the board of directors.  Congrats Cathy!  We know you will do a great job leading GRAR.

Noteworthy:  This is the first time in GRAR history where both the president and president-elect positions are filled by women.  AND they are both WCR members too!

LAUNCHED NEW WEBSITE WCRWESTMICHIGAN.COM
Due to some limitations of the chapter specific site provided by national WCR, we decided to make our own.  Check our website for information on past and future events, member rosters, sponsorship info, etc.  A big thanks to marketing co-chair Katrina Cole for your hard work in creating the website.

WCR WESTERN MICHIGAN FACEBOOK PAGE HITS 400 LIKES
The facebook page hit a new milestone, achieving over 400 likes.  Thanks to all our members who interact with our facebook page.  It is a very efficient way for us to share news, events, and photos.  When is the last time you checked us out on facebook? https://www.facebook.com/WCRwestMichigan.