Together We’ll Soar, Reaching New Heights

Dana Cottrell

2025 President of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® FROM THE PRESIDENT

Welcome to 2025! I’m thrilled to step into this year with all of you, ready to embrace new opportunities, navigate challenges, and continue shaping the future of real estate in Colorado.

Our industry is always evolving, and with change comes the chance to grow, innovate, and strengthen our profession. Whether it’s advocating for property rights, elevating professionalism, or ensuring our voices are heard, we are in this together. I truly believe that when we collaborate, we thrive—not just as an industry but as a community.

As your 2025 President, my door is always open. I want to hear from you—your ideas, concerns, and insights matter. Let’s work together to make this year one of progress, connection, and success. Feel free to reach out to me anytime.

Below is the poem I wrote for the inauguration. The theme of the event was “Magic”.

In the heart of Colorado, where the mountains rise, We gather today, with hope in our eyes. Change is upon us, a chance to ignite, Together we’ll soar, reaching new heights.

With gratitude deep, I stand here today, Thankful for each of you, paving the way. We’ll re-create our industry, strong and bold, In unity and purpose, our future will unfold.

Mistakes may come, and stumbles we’ll face, But with this group of leaders, we’ll quicken our pace. Learning and growing, hand in hand, Building a future, together we’ll stand. When we all join forces, there’s magic in play,

Not always easy, but together we’ll stay True to our communities, our ethics and clients, We will do our best and sparkle like diamonds. With CAR staff beside us, volunteers so bright, We’ll shine like the stars, illuminating the night.

I see your commitment, your passion, your fire, So many stepping up, reaching ever higher. In our committees, ideas will bloom, Creating a culture that breaks every gloom.

So let’s lift our voices, let our spirits sing, For the strength of our union, and the hope that it brings. Here’s to a year of connection and grace, Together, we’ll make our industry a better place.

Thank you for trusting, for believing in me, Let’s journey together, let’s set our sights free. In Colorado’s embrace, let our vision take flight, Here’s to our future, shining ever so bright!