Installation 3.17.2022 - North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS
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NORTH CENTRAL JERSEY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
2022
Installation
GALA
3.17.2022
THE WESTMOUNT COUNTRY CLUB
Immediate Past President’s Message
This year, you gave me the opportunity to be
your spokesperson and advocate. I cannot
thank you enough for your trust. My time
is coming to an end, and I’d be lying if I
said that I wouldn’t miss it. Leading our
members is a gift that I wish each and every
one of you could feel. This gift is a precious
responsibility, which is exactly why we
continually change the guard.
NCJAR is as strong and healthy today as it
has ever been. Realtor Associations want to
be like us, and Realtors choose to be with us. Our organization continues to be
loud and proud in everything we do; our virtual member programs, our events
and services, and the work we do with the public, our governments, and our
communities.
We started 2021 with 12,084 members. As of today, we are at 15,000+ members.
Those numbers are fantastic, but it’s what we do with our size that counts,
like the strength of our committees. Let’s start with our Diversity & Cultural
Affairs Committee chaired by NCJAR Affiliate, Vonetta Hawkins and Trustee
Liaison, Wendy Worthy. They have been laser focused this year on fair housing
and the future of equity, not only within our Association, but also within our
communities. We have hosted many spectacular business webinars, hosted
National Speaker Marki Lemons, and most recently held a webinar with NAR
President Charlie Oppler, National Ethics Expert Matt Difanis, and National
Fair Housing Expert Adrian Garcia.
Our Global Business Council, chaired by Diana Bustamante and Sharon
Gardner, has had global chats with the Dominican Republic, Greece, India,
Belize, and China. We also participated in our 2nd Annual Global Summit in
NYC and were appointed by NAR as the Global Ambassador to the Dominican
Republic.
The philanthropy that comes out of our Community Outreach Committee,
chaired by Natalie Lentini, Dyanna Moon, Leslie Czapka, Pat Mangam, Juan
Carlos Fernandez, Debra Flower, and Trustee Liaison, Mary Ellen O’Boyle
is unbelievable and I am proud to witness it year after year. This year our
members raised $27,000 for JBWS and $1,200 for The Valerie Fund, donated 86
cases of fresh fruit and vegetables, made 120 deliveries for local food pantries,
given more than $3,000 in school supplies to children in need and last, but certainly not least, raised $10,000 for the March of Dimes from our 31st Annual Golf Outing. A huge shout out to the Golf Outing Committee and chairs Sonya Hanson, Debra Flower, and Trustee Liaison, Judith Mizzone. Turning to RPAC, which is chaired by Carolyn Bardach, “I am proud to announce that as of today, we have raised $265,863 for RPAC.” This year, our NCJAR Scholarship Committee, chaired by Karen Casiello and Trustee Liaison, Jerry Tuscano, was able to approve five educational scholarships for our member’s families. Our YPN, chaired by Chrissy Ferreira and Alishia Taiping, continues to bring members of all ages together for fun, networking, and educational events. They hosted a business planning webinar with Jared James and co-hosted a fair housing webinar. The YPN has 100% of its members invested in RPAC and have helped our communities by conducting a beach cleanup and two Habitat for Humanity build days. YPN is not about being young, but being young at heart. Mixing our younger and mature members to teach and encourage each other is a positive and inspiring way to grow together. I would be remiss if I did not mention our trustees, our staff, our members, we would not be where we are if it weren’t for you. Thank you, it has been an honor being your President. Jairo Rodriguez, 2021 NCJAR President
2022 President’s Message
Good evening fellow NCJAR members, NCJAR
staff, NCJAR Trustees, NCJAR Officers and
special invited guests! Thank you for joining us
here tonight, as we are physically together again in
person! Doesn’t this feel awesome?
I want to give everyone a warm welcome and
send special greetings to our Past President, Jairo
Rodriquez, Mary Cano our fearless and focused
CEO, our NCJAR staff, Officers, Trustees, and our
15,000+ members. Congratulations to Jairo for his
accomplishments in a very difficult 2021 during
the pandemic, especially on NCJAR’s Global
Committee and the strides they made.
I would like to acknowledge and thank my mom, Lydia Sanchez Flagg, who is
the reason that I’m standing before you today. Not only did she bring me into
this world, but she also brought me into the Real Estate business in 1982, and she
taught me about working hard and playing hard. Also, I would like to thank my
beautiful wife, Cecilia, for her understanding and unwavering support, and my
family and close friends for their support. Finally, I would like to thank my special
guest, Fred Underwood, the recently retired NAR VP of Diversity, for coming all
the way from Virginia to support me tonight. Without Fred’s support for me in
2006, I might not be standing here tonight! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!!
I am humbled, honored, grateful and excited to serve as your President this year.
We are the largest Local Realtor Association in New Jersey and one of the top 11
Mega Boards Boards in the country. Since 2013, we have grown substantially with
four mergers. This was not an easy feat to accomplish, as each Board has their own
personality and way of doing business! Thank you to our Past Presidents who
presided over these mergers.
My mission and vision for NCJAR is to chart a new path to lead us forward for our
long-term future. My goal is to build on the foundation laid by my predecessors
by enacting some new initiatives that were discussed in our recent Strategic
Planning experience. My vision is not just for this year, but for the next generation
of Realtors coming into the real estate business 20 years from now. Three of my five
goals for 2022, will be consistent with prior goals:
To improve the Broker/Member Engagement/Involvement process, continuing to
emphasize Advocacy and Protecting Property Rights, and the importance of RPAC
and why we should all contribute at least our minimum $25 fair share.
My top initiative for my tenure is to educate our members about Diversity, Equity,
and Inclusion and what these words truly mean and how they apply to Realtors
and to Leadership. There is a lot of misunderstanding and confusion about these terms. This became very popular after the murder of George Floyd in 2018. These are now popular buzzwords that many companies, organizations, and leaders use when discussing their priorities, but very few of them are making an impact in this space. We are currently working with several other organizations on a Regional DEI Summit that will be held in June. For those interested in learning more about DEI, please register for this Summit. My second initiative is to build a greater NCJAR united front to deliver exceptional service for our members! Through teamwork and collaboration, which have been instrumental in my life and business, I plan to strengthen our culture by executing the recommendations that were made from our Strategic Plan. We are ONE Board and we must move forward as ONE NCJAR family! My NCJAR theme for 2022 is #ForwardTogether. In moving forward together, we have forged a relationship with our local Multi-Cultural Organizations (AREAA, NAHREP, NAREB, The Alliance). We have held preliminary meetings to discuss collaborating to heighten awareness of each organization’s mission and activities. Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming International Food Truck event, where we will celebrate our partner’s culture and cuisine together! We also have Education and Outreach included in our initiatives. We have forged a partnership with Homefirst Housing and Family Services in Union County, as well as Morris Habitat for Humanity, as my designated charities of choice this year as they are both housing related and have ties to their respective communities. It’s a natural fit to partner with them on some outreach events. I want to give Rev. Ronald Thomas, President of Homefirst and Blair Wilson, CEO of Morris Habitat a shout out and thank them for their support! I would also like to emphasize National Ownership Month in June. We always need to continue to educate our communities on the homebuying and investing process. This outreach is crucial to help reduce the gaps in Homeownership and Generational Wealth. Stay tuned for more information on our NCJAR Outreach events. Finally, in closing, I want to acknowledge that none of my initiatives or goals would have been possible without the desire for change from our fearless CEO, Mary Cano! She told me when we first started vetting Strategic Planning facilitators that she wanted something new and her exact words were “Out with the Old, and In with the New”. So NCJAR family, let’s have a blast tonight, and let’s keep moving #ForwardTogether! Peace and Blessings! William “Bill” Flagg, 2022 NCJAR President
North Central Jersey Association of Realtors®
Past Presidents
Jairo Rodriguez (2021) Erin Brown (2007)
David Weisbrod (2005-2006, 2020) Kenneth Ufret (2006-2007)
Dennis DeCarlo (2010, 2018-2019) Joanne Tedesco-Kloud (2006)
Debra Flower (2019) Dan Shiver (2005-2006)
Philip Berman (2019) Terry Brannin (2005)
Judith Mizzone (2018) Ralph LaTorraca (2005)
Susan Horowitz (2017-2018) Diana Bustamante (2003-2004)
Susana Saraiva (2013, 2017) Daniel Norton (2004)
Dana Williams (2017) Lori Monaco (2003)
Michael DelDuca (2015-2016) Gary Large (2003)
John Walters (2015-2016) Judith Gioia (2002)
Carol Tangorra (2015-2016) Frank Anthony (2002)
Robert Bailey-Lemansky (2013-2014) Melanie Selk (2001-2002)
Mary Ellen O’Boyle (2003-2004, 2013) Margaret Timony (2001)
Ilene Horowitz (2013-2014) Camille Maas (2001)
William Linteris (2014) Jose Cordova (2001)
George Finelli (2013) Nina Kaeser (1995, 2000)
Carol Van Savage (2011-2012) Maryann Brown (1999-2000)
Michael Hawley (2011-2012) Robert Oquist (2000)
Wendy Worthy (2011-2012) Marie Episale (1997-1998)
Joanne Stewart (2011-2012) Jacqueline Paterno (1994)
Kevin Kinney (2010-2011) Dennis DiSabato (1993)
William Flagg (2009-2010) Daniel Bove (1992)
Jo-Anne Mitchell (2009-2010) Patricia Tahan (1991)
Lorraine Kopacz (2004, 2010) Robert Lindsay (1990)
Lynne Mortimer (2008-2009) Patricia Wojtyszyn (1990)
Cindy Marsh-Tichy (2009) Chuck Forbes (1987)
Angela Sicoli (1997-1998, 2002, 2009) Clifford Garrigan (1982)
Robert Katz (2007-2008) Mildred Halpern (1977)
Mary Ann Sgobba (2007-2008)
Diane Epp (2008)
Brunilda Borges (2008)
North Central Jersey Association of Realtors®
2022 Slate of Officers & Trustees
President: William “Bill” Flagg ERA Queen City
President-Elect: Jerry Tuscano C-21 Elite Realty
Treasurer: Christopher Coccia Coccia Real Estate
Secretary: Michael Pennisi Coldwell Banker
Imm. Past President: Jairo Rodriguez Prominent Properties
Past Presidents: Dennis DeCarlo C-21 Award Agency
Ilene Horowitz Coldwell Banker
A. Michael DelDuca Berkshire Hathaway
Angela Sicoli C-21 Award Agency
CFO: Frank Anthony Coldwell Banker
Trustees: Tg Glazer Coldwell Banker
(term ending 2022 ) Carolyn Bardach Berkshire Hathaway
Melissa Florance-Lynch Realty Executives
Trustees: Natalie Lentini Coldwell Banker
(term ending 2023) Judith Mizzone Realty Executives
Trustees: Alex Judd Coldwell Banker
(term ending 2024) Irving Cham Coldwell Banker
Carol Tangorra Prominent Properties
Trustees/ Mary Ellen O'Boyle Prominent Prop Sotheby
NAR Directors: Wendy Worthy Alpha Realty Group
David Weisbrod White Realty
William “Bill” Hanley Prominent Properties
Debra Flower Valley Realty Co
John DiNizio Weichert Realtors
Melanie Selk Re/Max Select
Susana Saraiva Coldwell Banker
(Alternate)
North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS®
Mission Statement
To create a positive experience for its members through its passionate
commitment towards education, timely information, cost-effective member
services and programs, fellowship, and professionalism, while adhering to and
promoting thereof the Realtor® Code of Ethics.
NCJAR Staff
Mary Cano, Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Perrone-Epstein, Chief Operating Officer
Crystal Colón, Chief Innovation Officer
Bella Smith, Association Services & Locations Director
Adria Bieksha, Marketing Coordinator
Ella Mae Gading, Social Media Manager
Josephine Tirado, Chief Membership Administrator; Branch Offices Manager
Eva Jones-Brenn, Membership Administration; RPAC Coordinator
Kacey Bloomfield, Membership Administration
Joan DellaPenna, Membership Administration
Nina Kaeser, Professional Standards Administrator; NCJSB Instructor
Gary Large, Director, North Central Jersey School of Business;
Broker of Record, New Jersey Referral Network;
Local Government Affairs Director
North Central Jersey Association of Realtors®
Installation of Officers and Directors
March 17, 2022
The Westmount Country Club
Honoring
William “Bill” Flagg
North Central Jersey Association of Realtors®
2022 President and Officers & Trustees
Program
Welcome
Gary Large
Flag Salute
David Weisbrod
National Anthem
William “Bill” Hanley
Introduction of Invited Guests
Gary Large
2021 President’s Remarks
Jairo Rodriguez
Installation of 2022 Officers & Trustees
Charlie Oppler
NAR® 2021 President
2022 President’s Remarks
William “Bill” Flagg
Recognition of Special Honoree, Jeffrey Jones
William “Bill” Flagg
Realtors® Political Action Committee (RPAC)
YOUR BEST INVESTMENT IN REAL ESTATE
The National Association of Realtors® Political Action Committee (RPAC) is
one of the strongest advocacy organizations in the nation for one reason: we
have the best members. In politics there are players and victims. Investing
in RPAC makes us players. Real estate is our profession, and politics is our
business.
Investing in RPAC allows us to determine the quality of our future in the
industry. Take a moment and imagine our industry without RPAC:
* Do you have the time to read through legislation at the local, State and
National levels to determine how it will impact you and your clients?
* Do you have time to lobby lawmakers?
* How would the elimination of the Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID)
impact your ability to sell homes?
* What if NAR hadn’t worked with lawmakers to push for a 100% health
insurance deduction for independent contractors?
* How many homebuyers would be locked out of the market without FHA
single family and VA programs, as well as other Federal and State programs?
EVERY INVESTMENT MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS US CONTINUE THE FIGHT.2021 RPAC Major Investors
Carolyn Michael Terry Erin Dennis
Bardach Brand Brannin Brown DeCarlo
Mike Kristen Debra Tracy Tg
DelDuca DeLeo Flower Freeman Glazer
William Ilene Jeffrey Kathleen Judith
Hanley Horowitz Jones McDonough Mizzone
Lynne Alex Jairo Mary
Mortimer Mosquera Rodriguez Ryder
Angela Carol
Sicoli TangorraCongratulations NCJAR Members
2021 Realtor® of the Year 2021 Rookie of the Year
Melissa Florance-Lynch Michael “Mike” McDonnell
Realty Executives Prominent Properties
Exceptional Realtors® Sotheby’s International
Pompton Plains Montclair
2021 Affiliate of the Year 2021 NJ Realtors®
Good Neighbor Award
Jaina Lally
Goosehead Insurance Jane MacNeil
The Robinson Agency Turpin Real Estate
Verona MendhamConggrratulations
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NCJAR 2022
President, Officers &
Trustees!
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