GEPAR Committees are the foundation of the association! These committees get you involved with the REALTOR® community and help shape the future of GEPAR!
**As a member of GEPAR, we strongly encourage you to volunteer for one of the committees below. Please complete the GEPAR Committee Volunteer Form in your membership sign-in Info Hub.**
Budget & Finance Committee
Responsible for monitoring the income and expense accounts for the Association. They the best financing methods for programs, projects, services, and recommends the annual budget of the Association to the Board of Directors.
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Maria Gallegos mgallegos @gepar.org
BorderCIE Committee
BorderCIE provides in-class education, networking, an resources to the Association. Members practice in the commercial side of real estate.
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Mary Perez mperez@gepar.org
Community Investments Committee
The Community Investment Committee enhances the relationship between the Association and its community by hosting and collaborating on events that improve the economic and social conditions of the city.
Past Events:
- HomeRun for the Homeless
- Birthday Donations for CASA Children
- Big Brothers and Sisters of El Paso
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Lisa Norvell lnorvell@gepar.org
Education Committee
The Education Committee provides a number of educational programs for members including; renewal licensing courses, professional designations, and several seminars within the year.
Past Events:
- REALTOR® Rally
- Education Day
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Hilda Beck hbeck@gepar.org
Equal Opportunities & Diversity Committee
Explores how businesses and governments respond to diversity issues, housing programs, and options to advance availability of home ownership. The committee educates GEPAR members how to serve clients and conduct business.
Staff Contact: Hilda Beck hbeck@gepar.org
Governmental Affairs Committee
Governmental Affairs monitors local legislation and recommends positions in concert with Texas REALTORS® and NAR. The committee hosts Political Candidate Interviews.
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Ernesto Garcia egarcia@gepar.org
Leasing & Property Management Committee
This committee increases professionalism and income opportunities for all interested members through forums, roundtables, and educational events. The committee also provides resources and consultation on leasing and management issues.
Staff Contact: Isela Martinez imartinez@gepar.org
Member Benefits Committee
Our Member Benefits Committee recommends and reviews programs, products, and services that enhance the value of membership for GEPAR members.
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Judith Cepeda jcepeda@gepar.org
REALTOR®/Builder Committee
This committee plans and promotes the educational offerings of our association. They promote seminars and educational offers of other committees and NAR sanctioned Institutes, Societies, or Councils.
Staff Contact: Hilda Beck hbeck@gepar.org
Texas REALTORS® Leadership Program (TRLP) Alumni
TRLP Alumni offers participants and graduates an ongoing opportunity to meet other motivated leaders and to share an intensive learning experience that focuses on community issues and leadership skills.
The program offers lectures, seminars, guest speakers, group discussions, and leadership exercises that address vital issues affecting Texas REALTORS®.
Staff Contact: Isela Martinez imartinez@gepar.org
Texas Real Estate Political Action (TREPAC) Committee
Is a statewide, nonpartisan group of real estate professionals working to protect private property rights for REALTORS® and Property Owners. The Committee raises awareness and funds to support their mission.
Past Projects:
- Silent Auctions
- Comedy Night
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Hilda Beck hbeck@gepar.org
Young Professionals Network (YPN) Committee
YPN helps real estate professionals who have recently joined the industry, network and build relationships through education, social networking, community affairs, and political involvement. YPN's mission is to help real estate professionals excel in their careers.
Past Events:
- Purses for Purpose
- Halloween Haunted Hustle Speed Networking
- Lunch and Learns
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Christina Blanco cblanco@gepar.org
Global Business Council Committee
Global Business Councils are comprised of volunteers and staff liaisons within the local or state structure of NAR, take the lead in planning global programs, hosting educational events and collaborating with other boards and outside entities to build awareness among members of the global business opportunities within their own market.
Meeting Times: Monthly
Staff Contact: Eileen Lucey elucey@gepar.org