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The main Business Meetings page provides key links for Directors and Committee Members. The next C.A.R. Business Meeting is scheduled for January 19-22, 2027 in Anaheim.
Learn how to schedule a C.A.R. outreach speaker for your next event and access presentations from previous outreaches.
A one-stop shop for tools and and resources to educate consumers about the intricacies of buying and selling a home and how a REALTOR® can help.
Down Payment Resource Directory Infographics Tax Reform One SheetsExplore and interact with the latest market statistics.
County Housing Market Summaries County Market Updates Impact of L.A. Wildfires Market at a GlanceC.A.R.'s shares videos from its consumer ad campaign and customizable digital content to enhance member marketing.
This information is designed for Real Estate Brokers and Office Managers to assist you in supporting your real estate business.
Resources to help you stay informed about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in real estate
Discover homeowner insurance resources from C.A.R. to help navigate California's wildfire-related insurance crisis. Access expert-led webinars, podcasts, and support tools for both REALTORS® and consumers seeking guidance on maintaining or finding coverage.
We provide information and resources to support Real Estate Team Leaders in navigating their roles and ensuring compliance.
CCRE's mission is to advance industry knowledge and innovation with an emphasis on convening key experts and influence-makers.
From webinars to videos and podcasts to blogs, C.A.R. keeps you in the know.
Videos Webinars PodcastsC.A.R. publishes various newsletters throughout the year. Formerly, C.A.R. also published a magazine, for which past issues are still available.
schedule an outreach
Are you planning an event for your association/region, brokerage, or other organization? Learn more about our Outreach Speakers, including the topics they speak about, and then complete a form to Request a Speaker for your event. After submitting a form, C.A.R. staff will contact you to confirm speaker availability and your event details.
OUTREACH SPEAKERS
Housing market/Industry
Jordan Levine C.A.R.’s Senior Vice President and Chief Economist of Research and Economics and Chief Economist Topics include market and policy analysis, forecasting, homeownership, and housing supply. Please note: in person outreaches require a minimum of 100 attendees. Minimum of 50 for virtual outreach. Read more. |
Oscar Wei Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist Topics include housing market and economic forecasts, economic and policy analysis, and consumer behavior in real estate. Read more. |
Sara Sutachan Senior Vice President of Strategy and Engagement and Chief Strategy Officer Topics include Diversity and Inclusion, Brokerage Industry Trends, Strategic Planning, Real Estate Finance, Consumer Insights, Housing Markets, WomanUP®, Industry Disruption & Threats, the Importance of Homeownership & Fair Housing, and the New Age Consumer. Read more. |
Melanie McShane C.A.R. Director of Industry Relations Topics include Woman UP!®, The Young Professionals Network, Global Real Estate, Property Management, New Members and Team Leaders. Read more. |
Marc Farfel Manager and Lender Liaison of C.A.R.’s Transaction Rescue® Helpline Topics include real estate finance, the importance of sustainable homeownership and Fair Housing, lending programs, down payment and closing cost assistance, and other grant programs. Read more. |
DeAnthony Nelson Strategic Partnerships & DEI manager Topics include Diversity and Inclusion, homeownership disparities, and the importance of homeownership as related to Fair Housing history. Read more. |
Government Affairs
Matthew Bunch C.A.R. Director of Member Education and Mobilization Topics include educating real estate professionals about proposed modifications to laws that govern how homes may be bought, sold, or used in the state of California. He also engages real estate agents and brokers in the political process to ensure that the rights of homeowners and the real estate industry are protected. |
Ron Reyes C.A.R. Field Rep serving parts of Southern California Topics include current legislation, how to promote and get politically involved, and how to develop local strategies to increase member participation in local government issues. Audiences include new member orientations, local committees such as LCRC and LGR, and other general sessions. |
Sanjay Wagle C.A.R. Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and Chief Lobbyist Topics include legislative updates and public policy objectives that impact REALTORS® and their businesses. Read more. |
Kimberly Jo C.A.R. Field Rep serving the greater Los Angeles area Topics include current legislation, how to promote and get politically involved, and how to develop local strategies to increase member participation in local government issues. Audiences include new member orientations, local committees such as LCRC and LGR, and other general sessions. |
Kristian Vazquez C.A.R. Field Rep serving the Central Valley area Topics include current legislation, how to promote and get politically involved, legislative updates and public policy objectives that impact REALTORS and their businesses, how to develop local strategies to increase member participation in local government issues. Audiences include new member orientations, local committees such as LCRC and LGR, and other general sessions. |
Legal
Amanda Byun, C.A.R. Senior Counsel. Topics include Fair Housing law. |
Matt Gelfand Counsel for the C.A.R.-affiliated nonprofit Californians for Homeownership, which addresses California’s housing crisis through impact litigation. Topics include the enforcement of California’s housing laws. |
Gov Hutchinson C.A.R. Vice President and Assistant General Counsel and manages C.A.R.’s Member Legal Hotline. Topics include legal updates, real estate law, and real estate contracts. |
Nail Kalin C.A.R. Assistant General Counsel Topics include legal updates, real estate laws and real estate contracts. |
Jana Gardner C.A.R. Senior Counsel Topics include legal updates, real estate law, and real estate contracts. |
Officers
Mark Peterson 2027 C.A.R. President Mark Peterson is a Southern California REALTOR®. Peterson is also a broker & CEO at RE/MAX Masters in La Verne, Calif. Topics include general C.A.R. updates as well as being involved in C.A.R. Leadership. Read more. |
Staci Caplan 2027 C.A.R. President- Elect Staci Caplan is a REALTOR® from Santa Barbara. Staci is the supervising Broker and Owner of Pacific Crest Realty. Topics include general C.A.R. updates as well as being involved in C.A.R. Leadership. Read more. |
Nikki Coppa 2027 C.A.R. Treasurer Nikki Coppa is a REALTOR® from San Diego County. Coppa is also the Broker of Record and Chief Compliance Officer for 700 frontline REALTORS® across Century 21 Affiliated’s 14 offices throughout Southern California. Topics include general C.A.R. updates as well as being involved in C.A.R. Leadership. Read more. |
Phil Hawkins C.A.R. Chief Executive Officer Phil Hawkins previously served as Chief Executive Officer for the Pacific West Association of REALTORS® (PWR). Topics include legislative and legal updates, housing market/economic trends, membership, fair housing and general C.A.R. updates. Read more. |
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James Baiseri 2027 C.A.R. California REALTOR® Party Director James Baiseri is a REALTOR® from the Citrus Valley AOR and broker/owner of KALEO Real Estate Company. Topics include engaging in the REALTOR® Party of California and the importance of advocacy, REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF) and REALTOR® Action Assessment (RAA). Please note: Time and distance limitations may apply for in-person outreaches. Read more. |
| Joy Ramirez 2027 C.A.R. Fundraising and Member Mobilization (FAMM) Advisory Chair Joy Ramirez is a REALTOR® from the California Desert Inland Gateway AOR. Topics include engaging in the REALTOR® Party of California and the importance of advocacy, REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF) and REALTOR® Action Assessment (RAA). Please note: Time and distance limitations may apply for in-person outreaches. Read more. |
zipFOrm® training
Ed Charboneau REALTOR® Training and Transaction Manager Topics include training on zipForm, digital signatures, and paperless transactions. |
Jackson Beaudelaire Transaction and Training Supervisor Topics include training on zipForm, digital signatures, and paperless transactions. |
Leslie Boone zipForm Product Coordinator Topics include training on zipForm, digital signatures, and paperless transactions. |
Information technology (IT)
Gavin Zeff C.A.R.'s Technical Training Specialist Topics include emerging technology. Audiences include new member orientations, local committees, and local associations. Read more. |
