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RASM Committees

Learn, engage, and grow with RASM by getting involved. The committees at the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee keep the organization running. They are the true heartbeat of the association. RASM's Committees are responsible for developing education sessions, community involvement, recommending new programs and services to the Board of Directors, event planning, and much more. With over 17 committees, there is an option for everyone.

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RASM Committees
The Heartbeat of our Association

How to Join a Committee

If you're ready to get involved in RASM, joining a committee is one of the best and first steps to take! RASM makes committee appointments in the fall of each year through an application process. After the application due date, the current President-Elect and Vice President meet to make appointments. Most committees are set to serve a one-year term, starting in January. 2025 Committee Applications
are due on September 30, 2024.

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Check out our list of committees below for more information about where you can apply your skills and expertise!

How to Join a Committee

2025 Committees

 
Broker Advisory Council

Enhance engagement, shape programming, refine communication strategies, and provide valuable insight to the Association from a broker perspective. (Meets quarterly) Open to Broker/Owners or Managing Brokers.


Business Partner Committee

Review, organize, and support activities and events. Business Partner membership is required. (Meets Monthly) Open to Business Partners.


Community Outreach Committee

Evaluate, recommend, and organize projects to benefit the community and enhance the image of REALTORS®. Selects community service activities for REALTORS® to volunteer time and/or donate items in need. (Meets monthly) Open to both.


Conference Committee

Develop the theme, direction and content of RASM’s Annual Conference & Expo, including planning sessions, coordinating speakers, inviting sponsors, and ensuring a successful and engaging experience for all participants. 16-month term. January 2025-May 2026. (Meets Monthly) Open to both.


Diversity Committee

Coordinates activities and implements programs to enhhance the overall diversity and inclusiveness of the Association’s leadership, volunteers, and programming. (Meets as Needed) Open to both.


Global Business Committee

Develop and implement education programs, networking events, and provide resources to prepare REALTORS® to successfully handle issues that are an integral part of working with international buyers and sellers. GBC Membership is required. (Meets as Monthly) Open to both.


Grievance Committee

Review ethics complaints and arbitration requests to make preliminary evaluation to determine if a Professional Standards hearing is warranted. Annual training is required. Three-year term. (Meets as needed) Open to REALTORS®.


Leadership Academy Committee

Oversees the development and implementation of the Leadership Academy program. Committee members are expected to take an active role in each phase of the program. (Meets monthly) Open to Leadership Academy Alumni.


Professional Development Committee

Provide professional career development opportunities to enhance the skills, knowledge, and professionalism of all members. (Meets monthly) Open to both.


Professional Standards Committee

To provide hearing panels as required to hear matters of alleged unethical conduct by members or to provide arbitration to resolve a dispute between REALTOR® principals. Service for two years on Grievance Committee is a prerequisite. Annual training is required. Three-year term. (Meets as selected for hearings) Open to REALTORS®.


Public Policy Committee

To address local public policy issues that affect RASM’s membership and the real estate industry generally. Recommend allocation of local issues advocacy funds to be used to support RASM public policy positions. Evaluates candidates for local public office for support and endorsement. (Meets as needed) Open to REALTORS®.


REALTOR® Attorney Joint Committee

Plan periodic legal programs for members and provide monthly articles or Q&A for ELEVATE magazine. Duty to stay current with real estate laws and FREC changes. (Meets every other month) Open to REALTORS®.


RPAC Fundraising Committee

To fundraise and increase awareness of RPAC amongst our members. To develop and implement programs to encourage member investment in RPAC. (Meets monthly) Open to both.


RRCF Fundraising Committee

Represents RRCF and works to raise awareness and funds for the Foundation. Supports all current RASM fundraising events, including collecting donations for auctions and raffles, soliciting event sponsorships and volunteering at fundraising events. Much of the work of this committee is independent and outside committee meetings. (Meets monthly) Open to both.


RRCF Grants Committee

Identifies, evaluates, and recommends local charitable organizations with real estate-related missions to receive grants from the Foundation. (Meets as needed) Open to both.


RRCF Scholarship Committee

Reviews applicants and awards annual RASM Scholarship applicants. The Committee supports the program by establishing scholarship criteria, selecting recipients, and developing recommended policy changes. May also assist any Association committee tasked with fundraising toward the Scholarship fund. Two-year term. (Meets as needed) Open to REALTORS®.


Young Professionals Network (YPN) Committee

To assist young real estate professionals excel in their careers by providing business, networking, leadership, and volunteer opportunities to support their career development. (Meets monthly) Open to both.


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Questions About Committees?

Email our Executive Department for more information or call (941) 952-3402.

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