Are You Ready? Our Mission We are a community of real estate professionals creating business opportunities, developing skills for the future and achieving our individual potential for success. WCR Operating Values Community: We are a family of real estate professionals, unique in our focus both on business and personal development. Through participation in WCR, we encounter a support network, ready and willing to help us achieve our individual potential for success. The Power of Relationships: We believe that success in business today requires positive, productive relationships. WCR provides an environment in which we can form, nurture and maximize relationships at many levels, from bottom-line business transactions to ongoing mentoring for career development. As WCR members, we share freely of our time, talent and experience because we know it will come back to us many times over. Professional Credibility: WCR membership is a sign of credibility. We are established career professionals. We operate based on a shared value system of integrity, consistency, creativity, compassion and a commitment to excellence and continued development. We believe that these are the skills and qualities that will advance the real estate profession. Participation: We believe that participation increases membership value. We believe that WCR members who get involved build stronger relationships and gain information, new skills and ideas by applying what is learned. Participation is the opportunity to contribute to change and to be changed, personally and professionally. Inclusiveness: We believe that the membership experience is enriched through the celebration and encouragement of our differences in background, experience, perspective and opinion. At the same time, the strength of the organization lies in what unites us all our shared values. If you attend chapter meetings We will help you acquire new skills to meet today s professional challenges. If you make it a point to sit with people you don t know We will increase your referral business and sometimes you will become friends for life. If you decide to participate, even if only in a small way We will help you define and reach your next level of achievement. If you keep in touch with other members We will encourage you when you are down and cheer you on when you succeed.
Welcome to the Women s Council of Realtors The first meeting - November 11, 1938 Our History In 1924, the California Real Estate Association formed a Women s Division after members founded the idea on a train ride home from the National Association s convention in Washington, D.C. Fourteen years later, Joseph Catherine, the 1938 president of the National Association of REALTORS (then called the National Association of Real Estate Boards) encouraged the formation of the Women s Council after being impressed by the California group and the immense potential of women in real estate. At the time, NAR was already 30 years old and most decisions were still made at the local board level. Unfortunately, most local boards - including Chicago - were still resistant to women. However, the national association was ready to recognize women in real estate and a positive vote at the 1938 annual convention resulted in the formation of a women s division. The first meeting was held during that annual convention at the Schroeder Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on November 11, 1938. Thirty-eight ambitious women representing all phases of the real estate business, we present at this first meeting. Nine States (California, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin) were represented at that meeting which became the organizational meeting of the Women s Council. The Illinois State Chapter...was formed in 1963 and currently consists of nine chapters that cover the entire Chicagoland area as well as Peoria, Rockford, Champaign and other downstate areas through the Member-At-Large option. The North Shore Chapter...was formed in 1972. Ruth Thiel was the first President of the Chapter and generously accepted the chapter s request to serve a second term. The Chapter celebrates its 40th Anniversary in 2012 as it continues to serve its Realtor and Affiliate members. www.wcrnorthshoreil.org info@wcrnorthshoreil.org 450 Skokie Boulevard, Building 1200, Northbrook, IL 60062
SOLVING THE MYSTERY OF MEMBERSHIP Illinois Women s Council of REALTORS MEMBERSHIP TYPE: REALTOR An Active member of the Women s Council of REALTORS Must be a member in good standing of the local REALTOR association Must be a member in good stand of the National Association of REALTORS NON-RESIDENT SECONDARY - DUAL An Active (REALTOR ) member who is eligible to be a member of more than one Local or State Chapter Must be engaged in the real estate profession within the territory of one Chapter and wish to obtain the services afforded by another Chapter May join 2 nd chapter by paying local dues (and also State dues if located within another State). Will not be eligible to vote or hold elective office in the 2 nd chapter. NATIONAL AFFILIATE An individual engaged in a specialty of the real estate business and who is not associated with a firm engaged in the sale, rental, management, appraisal of real property or real estate counseling, and who shall hold membership in a Local Board of REALTORS Shall pay WCR national, state and local dues May vote, hold local office (except President, President-Elect & VP Membership) May use the WCR logo and symbols and avail themselves of National WCR services May not comprise more than 30% of the National membership of the Local Chapter LOCAL AFFILIATE Individuals engaged in but not limited to a specialty of the real estate business and who are not associated with a firm engaged in the sale, rental, management, appraisal of real property or real estate counseling, and who shall NOT be required to hold membership in the Local Board of REALTORS Does not pay dues to National or State WCR receives no services from National WCR Shall pay dues only to the Local Chapter May attend local meetings May be a committee member May chair a special committee or task force May not vote, hold office, use WCR logos or symbols May not avail themselves of national WCR services Note #1: If a member is a REALTOR but also has other jobs, they are considered to be a REALTOR member as long as they are in good standing with their local association and with NAR. Note #2: If a National Affiliate wishes to join more than one chapter, the primary chapter will be the chapter stated on the National Membership Application and will be the chapter where the National Affiliate has the right to vote. All other chapters joined will classify this member as a Local Affiliate. Note #3: The By-Laws (Article II, Section 1) refer to Realtor-Associate. Illinois does not have the Realtor-Associate classification. Note #4: The By-Laws (Article II, Section 1) also refer to Institute Affiliate. These are individuals who hold a professional designation awarded by a qualified Institute, Society or Council affiliated with the National Association of REALTORS (i.e. CRE, CCIM), which addresses a specialty area other than residential brokerage.
WCR North Shore Chapter Committees STANDING COMMITTEES By-Laws Committee: Reviews By-Laws and amends as needed; Submits amendments to National WCR for approval; Notice members to local by-law changes mandated by National WCR; Develop and periodically review Standing Rules. Education and Program Committee: Plans programs for Chapter meetings each month and any special programs; Carries out program plans and completes arrangements for speakers, sites, etc.; and informs members of educational opportunities offered by the local Board, State associations, NAR affiliates, etc. Committee Chair: President-Elect/Program Chair Finance and Budget Committee: Prepares annual budget for approval by Governing Board; Reviews budget and actual expenditures with Treasurer as needed; Works with the Ways & Means committee to plan and conduct fundraising programs as needed, including funds to enable local officers to attend national meetings. Nominating Committee: Fulfills obligations of Chapter by-laws Committee Chair: Immediate Past-President Marketing & Publicity Committee: Prepares and submits media released to publicize Chapter activities and achievements as required; Plans and prepares meeting notices and newsletters for the membership; Coordinates a photographic record of Chapter activities for history and publicity. Coordinates communication of WCR-related information to Chapter members. This committee includes the member that will act as Editor of the Newsletter and the Chapter web site coordinator. Membership Committee: Recruits new members; Inducts and introduces new members at chapter meetings; Retains existing membership and re-recruits any dropped members; Notifies National WCR and state & local officers of changes of status or address of members; and Compiles Membership Database. Welcomes new members (and everyone) to Chapter meetings each month; Communicates with Chapter members who are ill or bereaved. Mails birthday cards to members. Committee Chair: Vice-President/Membership Strategic Planning Committee: Works together with the chapter leadership to plan for the next 3-5 years, keeping in mind that membership value is of the utmost importance and our #1 priority. The committee will work within the goals set forth by the leadership team and shall recommend additional goals and procedures to the Governing Board for implementation as the Governing Board deems necessary. Ways and Means Committee: Assumes from Finance and Budget Committee the responsibility to conduct charitable fundraising programs; Raises funds to enable officers to attend national and state meetings; and conducts the bi-annual Silent Auction. SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Annual Report Committee: Collects are document needed to meet the requirement of the Annual Report, due in to the National WCR office on or before February 1 of the following year. Awards and Recognition Committee: Is responsible for the nomination of the annual Realtor Member of the Year, Affiliate Member of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year, as well as other awards that the Governing Board deems appropriate. Committee Co-Chairs: The previous year s winners, as well as the Immediate Past President Past Presidents Advisory Committee: All Past Presidents who are active Realtors or Life Members. Mentoring and advising as needed. No Chair is necessary unless directed by the Governing Board.
North Shore Chapter Women's Council of REALTORS Member Preferences Questionnaire Please email completed form to Info@WCRNorthShoreIL.org or Fax to 312-592-2334 Member Name: Phone: E-Mail: Fax: Time Commitment Preferred: A few hours Ongoing Intermittent Year-long appointment Interested in holding office Best Time of Day: Morning Afternoon Evening No Preference Thank you for asking me to become more involved. I'm interested in the following areas. I've checked all activities that interest me. (Please check AT LEAST TWO.) Chapter Meetings Being a table host Giving Pledge of Allegiance or an Inspiration Introducing a speaker Leading a roundtable discussion Making an announcement or giving a report Moderating a panel discussion Serving as a panel member for panel discussion Donating printing of materials (agendas, newsletters, handouts) Working registration at a monthly meeting Speaking at a meeting on the following topic(s): Conducting a workshop on the follow topic(s): Membership Awards & Recognition Hosting prospective members at breakfasts Preparing a mailing Recruiting Campaign Retention Campaign Telephoning prospective members to invite them to meetings Telephoning prospects after they have attended a meeting Newsletter Desktop publishing, graphic design Editing articles for newsletters Proofreading Helping with newsletter mailings Maintaining membership database, printing labels, mailing renewals Other Budgeting, accounting, audits, financial planning Bylaws, standing rules, nominating Committee member Community service project Computer, database, Web site Fundraising/Corporate Sponsorship Helping put on a PMN Course New member orientation & recognition Writing and sending a press release Use of my home or office for a meeting I've served as a leader in these nonprofit organizations in recent years:
JANUARY 12, 2012 Conflict Resolution with Mediation A Win-Win Solution Kimberly Trimmel, RCE, will discuss MEDIATION, the friendly alternative to arbitration and ethics. Location: The Glen Club, Glenview Sponsors: Karen Patterson, Attorney at Law 2012 Program Schedule www.wcrnorthshoreil.org FEBRUARY 9, 2012 Mortgage Fraud The Who, What, Where, When and How FBI Supervisory Special Agent discusses fraudulent mortgage practices affecting our industry and how to identify & report them. Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northbrook Sponsors: Agnes Byrne, PNC Bank Carolyn Brocksmith, Attorney at Law MARCH 8, 2012 Credit A Guide to Repair and Maintenance JoAnn Sworan, President of Real Estate CSO, discusses credit reports and scores and how to maintain & optimize. Location: Wilmette Golf Club Sponsors: Brian Jessen, Guaranteed Rate Chris Mostyn, Brook Furniture Rental APRIL 12, 2012 Difficult Conversations (New Member Orientation at 11:15 AM) Kate Van Dyke, M.A. Professional Communication Coach, explores how to ask difficult questions of our clients & others. Location: Michigan Shores Club, Wilmette Sponsors: Verra Rudolfi, Success Title Services Jean Kanig, Harris Bank MAY 10, 2012 Annual Realtor Issues Update with a Special Report on License Law Transition Terry Penza, President and CEO of the North Shore-Barrington Association of Realtors brings us up-to-date on the latest. Location: Francesca s North, Northbrook Sponsors: Catherine Tobben, Merrill Lynch Aaron Masliansky, First Class Moving & Storage JUNE 14, 2012 When the Storm Hits the Fan - Disaster Preparedness (New Member Orientation 11:15 AM) Experts from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region V Flood Risks and Flood Insurance Disaster Preparedness and Assistance Location: Highland Park CC Sponsors: Larry Lettow, Pacor Mortgage Corp JULY 12, 2012 Free Technology for Realtors Paul Cox, President and CEO of The Agent House gives his latest presentation on taming the technology beast and learning how to use technology to make an impact on your real estate business. Location: Valley Lo Club, Glenview Sponsors: Connie Brandt & Diane Falk, Fifth Third Bank ****AUGUST 2, 2012**** Women in the World of Politics - Town Hall Meeting with our Illinois State Legislators NOTE DATE CHANGE!!! Moderator: Marilyn Glazer Meet and visit with our Illinois Legislators. email your questions to Marilyn prior to the meeting so that they may be answered. Location: Birchwood Club, Highland Park Sponsors: SEPTEMBER 13, 2012 Market Value Down Real Estate Taxes Not What s Up? (New Member Orientation 11:15 AM) Presentations by the Lake County Assessor (Martin Paulson) and the Cook County Assessor s Chief of Staff (Bob Cruse) + Q&A (JOINT MEETING w/nsbar) Moderator: Howard Handler, Government Affairs Director for the NSBAR Location: Maggiano s, Skokie Sponsors: North Shore-Barrington Association of REALTORS Lisa Davis - Castino Home Services & Restoration OCTOBER 11, 2012 The North Shore Chapter s 40 th Anniversary Celebration (Election Meeting) Enjoy the 40 th Anniversary Extravaganza. Join us as we honor past leaders and celebrate 40 years of service to our industry. Location: Lovell s of Lake Forest Sponsors: PNC Mortgage, Fifth Third Bank, Home Warranty of America, Coldwell Banker NOVEMBER 15, 2012 Location: Evanston Golf Club Leasing and Property Management (New Member Orientation at 11:15 AM) Sponsors: Carol Merz, Chicago Title DECEMBER 13, 2012 Barbara Rinella, 2013 Officer Installation & 2012 Awards Presentation Celebrate with us as we install our 2013 Officers, present our 2012 awards and enjoy the annual presentation by Barbara Rinella. Location: Sunset Ridge Country Club, Northfield Sponsors: Jeannette Halliday, North Shore Essential Oils Erica Crohn Minchella, Attorney at Law 051312
NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION THIS FORM IS FOR USE BY REALTORS AND AFFILIATES WHO ARE MEMBERS OF A LOCAL REALTOR ASSOCIATION. Name Company Name: Business Address Business City/State/Zip Business ( ) Fax ( ) Cell ( ) CATEGORY OF ILLINOIS REAL ESTATE LICENSE HELD: None Broker Managing Broker Home Address Home City/State/Zip Home Phone ( ) Preferred Mailing Address Business Residence E-mail Web Site Birth Date: Month Day Board of REALTORS in which you hold membership Type of membership held REALTOR AFFILIATE (NRDS ID# ) What year did you become active in real estate? REALTOR designations you have earned: Were you a WCR member in the past 12 months? Yes No National Affiliate Members: Membership in the Women s Council of REALTORS is on an individual basis. There may be more than one National Affiliate member of WCR from your company or corporation, and each person must complete a separate application. DUES AMOUNT OWED National dues: $111.00 WHO MAY WE THANK FOR INTRODUCING YOU TO THE State dues: $ 20.00 NORTH SHORE WCR CHAPTER? Local dues: $ 20.00 TOTAL DUES: $151.00 METHOD OF DUES PAYMENT (National Members Only): Check for $ (payable to WCR ) is enclosed. Charge $ to my: Visa MasterCard American Express Diners Club Discover Credit card # Expiration Signature Please send completed application along with payment to: Women s Council of REALTORS North Shore Chapter 450 Skokie Boulevard, Building 1200 Northbrook, IL 60062 www.wcrnorthshoreil.org Info@WCRNorthShoreIL.org www.facebook.com/wcrnorthshoreil FOR LOCAL CHAPTER USE ONLY Please verify all local association membership information, dues amounts and payment information prior to submitting this application to National WCR. Application process completed by on / / 051212 Forwarded to National WCR on / / by:
LOCAL AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION If you are a member of the North Shore-Barrington Association of REALTORS or another Realtor Association in Illinois, please use the National Membership Application. Name Company Name Do you have an Active Real Estate License in Illinois? None Broker Managing Broker Business Address Business City/State/Zip Business Phone: Cell Phone: Web Site URL: Home Address Home City/State/Zip Home Phone Preferred Mailing Address Business Residence Who may we thank for introducing you to our Chapter? Do we have your permission to fax or email information to you? Yes No Your PREFERRED form of communication is by email Fax Both Preferred Fax #: Preferred email: Your Birthday: Month Day DUES AMOUNT OWED: $ 151.00 New Member Renewal DUES PAYMENT: Check for $ (payable to WCR North Shore ) is enclosed. Please send completed application along with payment to: Women s Council of REALTORS 450 Skokie Boulevard, Building 1200 Northbrook, IL 60062 www.wcrnorthshoreil.org Info@WCRNorthShoreIL.org www.facebook.com/wcrnorthshoreil FOR LOCAL CHAPTER USE ONLY FOR LOCAL CHAPTER USE ONLY Please verify all local association membership information, dues amounts and payment information prior to submitting this application to National WCR. 051212 Application process Application completed process by completed by on / / Forwarded to National Date WCR on / / Check by: # Sent to Treasurer on / / by: Deposited to WCR North Shore on / /