Council of Real Estate Broker Managers - Hawaii Chapter

Business Decisions Made Easy

Please join us for our next CRB Broker’s Exchange, Networking Luncheon & CRB General Membership Meeting.

Thursday, February 23, 2012
Hale Koa Hotel, Kalia 1-2
12 noon to 1:30 p.m. (includes lunch)

Open to all REALTORS!

Broker Exchange Topic: Business Decisions Made Easy

Are you making the right business decisions that will make money rather than lose money? Better business decisions have to be made in the future not only to make a profit, but to even stay in business. This can be made easier with a better understanding of some financial standards of business such as what is expected in the real estate industry as it relates to how much money you need to spend on advertising, the office, agent supplies, etc. This short presentation explains the steps that must be followed to make better decisions faster.

More Information & Registration

Toys For Tots

Don't forget!

 

Once again, we will be collecting unwrapped toys for the Hawaii Toys for Tots program. If you will be joining us on Thursday night, please remember to bring a toy and make a child happy!

 

CRB & CRS Annual Installation Banquet

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Hale Koa Hotel, Waikiki Ballroom

5:30 p.m. No Host Cocktails

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Dinner & Program

CRB & CRS Annual Installation Banquet

On behalf of the Hawaii CRB Chapter and the Hawaii Aloha Chapter of CRS, you are invited to attend the Annual Installation Banquet.  Come and network with the best in the industry, eat, laugh and have a great time.  See you there!

"Deck the Halls with Sales of Hale's"

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Hale Koa Hotel, Waikiki Ballroom

5:30 p.m. No Host Cocktails

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Dinner & Program

$49 - CRB/CRS Chapter Members, $55 - Guests

Click here to REGISTER!

We'll be collecting Toys for Tots again so join us and bring a toy to donate and make a child happy.

For more information or to register over the phone, call #733-7060, ext. 103 or 105

Last call!

Our Annual Business Meeting and CRB Broker’s Exchange:

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Japanese Cultural Center

11:00 a.m. Check-in

11:30 a.m. Luncheon Buffet & CRB Annual Business Meeting

12:45 – 3:45 p.m. – CE Course (Optional)

 

CE Course Option

“Preparing For a Successful Closing – Seller”

Good for 3 CE elective credits

Instructor:  Patsy Saiki of First American Title Co.

Download flier for more information:

http://www.hawaiirealtors.com/download/CRB_BrokersExchange_10-04-2011.pdf

Complimentary Membership in the CRB Council - A very special offer!

Have you been thinking about obtaining the coveted Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation?  Well now is the time!

Register for the Hawaii CRB Course “Marketing Management” on October 13-14, 2010 at the Hale Koa Hotel and receive a one year COMPLIMENTARY membership with National CRB.  This includes your application fee and one year of membership dues, valued at $360!  With that, you’ll receive complimentary membership to the Hawaii CRB Chapter for the remainder of 2010, an additional $55 savings!  Being a member of both organizations allow you to take the CRB course on October 13-14^th at the discounted “candidate” rate.

Please note: this offer is non-transferable and available to new members only. This offer does not apply to membership renewal or membership reinstatement. Your special invitation will be hand delivered to you at the course. This special offer expires 9/30/10 so register now!

To learn more about CRB’s valuable resources and benefits, click here. (http://www.crb.com/membership/MemberBenefitsampResources.aspx)

The CRB council is a not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®, and the premier industry organization for managers, brokers and owners. For more than 40 years, the Council has helped real estate professionals adapt to the complex challenges of delivering quality service, streamlining operations, integrating new technology and innovating business strategies.

Valuable resources for CRB members include:

• Knowledge Center
• Webinars & e-Roundtables
• How-to Videos
• Member Directory
• Publications
• e-Learning Center
• CRB Chapters

For more information, visit www.CRB.com.

Register here.

 

 

 

CRB Announcements

Dear CRB Member, 

According to your Chapter Bylaws, Article VII, Officers & Elections, 6.b., this communication (cc: via email) serves as your 30 day notice of the 2011 Slate of Nominees. 

Additional nominees may be submitted to CRB Administrative Office in writing, provided that each nomination is supported by at least ten Chapter voting members, and the nominee has consented in writing to accept the nomination. 

Voting will be done by ballot or you may cast your vote in person at the Annual Business Meeting scheduled for September 22, 2010, HBR Holomua Room, 1:30 p.m. (held in conjunction to the "Real Estate Tax Laws for 2010" Seminar)

2011 Slate of Nominees

2011 Proposed Budget

 

The CRB Budget Committee with the approval of the Board of Directors are submitting the 2011 Budget for your approval. A copy was sent to you yesterday via email. 

Clarifications or questions can be directed to the Administrative office. Voting for the approval of this budget will be included on the election ballot or you may vote on it in person at the September 22nd Annual Business Meeting.

CRB Annual Business Meeting & Tax Seminar

September 22, 2010 

1:30 Check-in
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Tax Seminar & Annual Business Meeting

HBR Holomua Room
Topic: Real Estate Tax Laws for 2010
Speaker: Brad Konishi, CPA
Chapter Members: $20.00
Guests: $25.00

Click here to download a registration form.

 

 

CRB Course

Marketing Management with Brad Hanks 

October 13-14, 2010
Hale Koa Hotel, Laulima Room
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Assess the effectiveness of your marketing plan. Understand the customer to achieve the best return on your marketing investment. Select target markets for the most effective focus, and more!

Get the edge and attend this great course!

Click here to download a registration form.

Hawaii CRB Chapter Broker's Exchange & CE Course

Pinnacle Award Luncheon honoring Dana C. Chandler- The Hawaii CRB Chapter is happy to honor Dana Chandler, of Hawaiian Island Homes Ltd. as the recent recipient of the Pinnacle Award. This award recognizes Dana as an individual who has contributed significantly to the advancement and recognition of the CRB designation, as well as to the advancement of the welfare of the brokerage management profession.

Ethics in Today’s Real Estate World

- (Good for 3 elective CE credits). This course discusses the current state of ethics in our society (we all love the horror stories). Pertinent issues in the real estate industry will be focused on through a number of case studies. The course also reviews the NAR Code of ethics and Pathways to Professionalism and how these documents relate to the law. A well-delivered course by John Connelley, CRB, CRS, GRI.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Hale Koa Hotel, Waikiki Ballroom
11:00 a.m. Check-in
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pinnacle Award Luncheon (Buffet)
12:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. “Ethics in Today's Real Estate World” CE Elective Course

Click here for an informational flyer and registration form.

Attract & Keep Customers for Life

Marketing Management:  Attract & Keep Customers for Life

Oct. 13-14, 2010 | Hale Koa Hotel, Laulima Rm.
8:00 a.m. Check-in, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Registration deadline: Sept. 24, 2010

Instructor: Brad Hanks, ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI

In today’s market, organizing, executing and measuring an effective marketing plan can be a challenge.  Your strategy must optimize your resources and capitalize on opportunities that will produce desired business results. This course will provide you with the opportunity to examine your current marketing approach. You’ll start by evaluating marketing concepts, move to real world examples and finally market-specific application.  At the end of each module, you will construct a key component of your own marketing plan.

Each participant will receive a CD-ROM with templates and resources!

Learning Objectives:

• Assess the effectiveness of your current marketing plan.
• Understand the customer to achieve the best return on your marketing investment.
• Select target markets for the most effective focus.
• Differentiate your business and enhance brand awareness for competitive advantage.

Who Should Attend?
Managers, brokers, owners, team leaders or people responsible for their company's business results.

Click here for an informational flyer and a manual registration method or register online below:

Registration Fee

CRB Candidate $550.00 CRB Designee & Chapter Member $350.00 Non-Member $600.00

Annual Installation Banquet

Join us for our Annual Installation Banquet
For CRB & CRS Members and guests…

 

“A Season of Giving”

Thursday, December 3, 2009
Hale Koa Hotel, Waikiki Ballroom
5:30 p.m. Cocktails
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Dinner & Installation
Dinner music by Gail Mack and “Kolea”
8:30 p.m. Entertainment by “A Touch of Gold”

Click here to download a registration form for more details.
Or call and register over the phone: #733-7060, ext. 0

Registration Deadline: November 20, 2009

This year we are supporting the Marine Corp. and Salvation Army in the collection of new toys for “Toys for Tots Hawaii”. Bring a toy and brighten a child’s Christmas.

Installing these members for 2010:

Hawaii CRB Chapter:
President - John Harris, CRB
Immediate Past President - Rowena Cobb, CRB, CRS, GRI
President Elect – Fran Villarmia-Kahawai, CRB, CRS, GRI
Treasurer – Edmund Wong, CRB, CRS
Secretary – Lurline Johnson, ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI
Director – Colleen Chun, CRB, CRS, GRI
Director – Moana Andersen, CIPS, CRB, CRS, GRI
Director – Laurie Lowson, ABR, CRB, CRS

Hawaii Aloha Chapter of CRS:
President – Joan Matsuoka, ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI
Immediate Past President – Cindy Rees-Ouchi, CRS
President Elect – Julie Meier, ABR, CRS, GRI
Treasurer – Grant “Kapono” Kanoho, CRS
Secretary – Denise Miyahira, CRS
Directors At Large:
Donna Apisa, CRB, CRS, GRI
Kelly Shaw, ABR, CRS, GRI
Julie Hugo, ABR, CRS
Joanne Foxxe, CRS
Shannon Heaven, ABR, CRS, GRI
Jennifer Lee Busto
Lorraine Fukumae, CRS, GRI
Wendell Wong, CRS, GRI
Randy Prothero, ABR, CRS, GRI
Karen Uehara, ABR, CRS, GRI

Sponsored by:

2009 Hall of Leaders & Inaugural Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Join your fellow CRB Hawaii members for a memorable evening as we honor the 2009 Hall of Leaders recipient, Norm Flynn, CIPS, CRB, CRE, GRI, President & CEO of the International Real Property Foundation (IRPF) and President of Norman D. Flynn & Associates, Inc. and install our 2010 Council President, John D. Mayfield, ABR, ABRM, CRB, e-PRO, GRI, President of Mayfield Real Estate.

The Hall of Leaders Award was established in 2000 to honor CRB Designees whose significant contributions continue to shape and impact the real estate industry locally and nationally.The Award is traditionally presented during the annual REALTORS® Convention in November of each year.

The event will be held at the The 2009 REALTORS® Conference & Expo November 13-16 in San Diego, CA.

Date: Friday, November 13, 2009
Time: 6:30 - 10:00 pm
Place: Omni San Diego

To purchase tickets,visit: http://www.crb.com/newsandevents/events/tickets/purchase.aspx.  To connect with other Hawaii attendees, contact Crystal Lancaster@ (808) 733-7060 ext. 105.