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Let this be a year of unprecedented achievement!! As REALTISTS®, our charge has always been to make sure that our messages are delivered with bold clarity. We take every opportunity to ‘drive home’ our ‘Democracy in Housing’ agenda! We are visionary and we are intrepidly resilient! And because of that, I am filled with much enthusiasm for the year that lies ahead!

When I joined NAREB in 2005, I never dreamed that I would one day be in a position to work so closely with its leadership team. I’ve always been vested in helping others attain the dream of homeownership, but I felt an even deeper sense of commitment to its mission and values when I became NAREB’s Executive Director. I also felt a deeper sense of urgency to make sure that we never lose sight of our essential purpose.

For 75 years, NAREB has made tremendous strides throughout the decades, but the work continues to be a frustrating, uphill path, and we will not stop until housing equity becomes a trusted reality! Building Black Wealth is an important step in creating intergenerational stability, strong communities and a more equitable nation. Let’s pledge to share our perspectives, support each other, and move forward on our unified purpose.

Be sure to find ways to interact with other attendees as much as possible; build new relationships; share your perspectives and thoughts; and stay in touch with each other after the conference so that we can count on each other to get the job done! Keep in mind the following quote as you move forward throughout the year. “Together we are stronger; together we are unbroken; together we can do anything.” – Unknown

In the Realtist Spirit,

C. Renee Wilson Executive Director National Association of Real Estate Brokers

January 20, 2023

Greetings Fellow REALTISTS and Friends,

It is indeed an honor and privilege to participate in this wonderful event. As we celebrate, let’s embrace and not forget our mission "Democracy in Housing" and continue to serve the underserved communities. It is imperative that we work on building generational wealth for the future of our youth. The conference is also focused on inspiring members to positively impact the communities and industries we serve.

President Pope, the leadership and all of the committee team have worked diligently with planning this conference during these unprecedented times. I extend a grateful thanks to the San Diego REALTIST for Democracy in Housing, Darrill Cook, the local board President and Monica Hill, Regional VP, Region IX for their hospitality and serving as the host chapter.

I would like to commend everyone for taking time from their busy schedules to continue to support NAREB. Under the leadership of Shanta Patton-Golar, Education Chair, this committee is providing sessions that will broaden your horizons so “You can go from…..Good to Great!

Thank you to the Convention Committee Team, NAREB’s staff, consultants and the many volunteers for your tireless commitment to serve. I would like to give special thanks to the Monique Winston, Conference Co-Chair and Booker Williams Logistic Chair for their wealth of knowledge and tremendous support in helping with this event.

Lastly, I hope this conference will exceed your expectations, motivate and prepare you to take your business to the next level. Enjoy the conference and city.

In the REALTIST Spirit, Rose M. Dixon NAREB 2023 Conference Manager