Committees

Shape the Future of Real Estate

Are you looking to make a difference in the real estate community?


At HGAR, our goal is to advocate, provide resources, and help you succeed in your community.


While our Association is here to serve you, we can’t do that without the support and commitment of our members. That’s why we’re asking you to volunteer a small amount of your time by joining one of our many committees.


Committee volunteering leads to new relationships, gaining industry knowledge and skills for professional growth. You can select from fundraising, business initiatives, lobbying legislators, and more.


Please direct all inquiries to Amy DelliPaoli, Director of Member Engagement.

Broker, Owner, Manager Committee

The Broker Owner Manager Committee is comprised of experienced professionals who lead and manage real estate brokerages within our community. This group focuses on programming that addresses operational challenges, industry trends, and opportunities to enhance brokerage performance specifically for Broker Owners and Managers. Overall, the committee aims to provide brokerage leaders with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the ever-evolving real estate market successfully.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

The DEI Committee assists the Association in the execution of HGAR’s DEI Statement through its work in the Steering and At-Large open committee. DEI Statement: HGAR is committed to creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive professional community in which all members are empowered to learn, thrive, and work as agents for change. We commit to diversifying our membership, creating a deeply diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization for Realtors, and embedding inclusive practices in the ways we work and learn with one another.


  • DEI Steering Committee (application process): Meetings are held monthly
  • DEI At-Large Committee (open committee): Meetings are held quarterly

Education Committee

(application process)

The mission of the Education Committee is to support HGAR’s School of Real Estate in delivering best-in-class educational services and products to Association members. Committee members serve as liaisons between their brokerages and the School of Real Estate, sharing information about members’ educational needs, and actively participating in the creation of innovative, effective solutions. The Committee is actively engaged in connecting the work of the School of Education with HGAR’s mission and vision. Select activities include identifying areas for curricular development based on members’ needs, researching and implementing innovative delivery methods of CE and non-CE offerings, building relationships between their brokerages and HGAR for the benefit of the School of Education, and acting as an advocate to extend the reach of CE, non-CE, and licensing offerings. Meetings are held bi-monthly.

Fair Housing Committee

This Committee develops education and programs to assist members in staying on top of fair housing practices and issues. It also supervises equal opportunity outreach from Realtors to the general public. Meetings are held 4 to 5 times a year.

Global Business Council

This Council provides our members the tools and resources to connect globally with real estate professionals throughout the world. If you are globally minded and have an interest in developing and promoting the Council’s events and activities as well as building your own global business let us know. Council Meetings are held bi-monthly.

Hudson Gateway Realtor Foundation Committees

The HG Realtor Foundation Committees support the efforts and programs of the Hudson Gateway Realtor Foundation, which makes charitable contributions to Hudson Valley non-profit organizations.


  • Project Committee: Plans hands-on Volunteer events at area non-profits throughout the year. Meetings are held quarterly.
  • Fundraising Committee: Manages events and fundraising efforts including an annual holiday party and gala. Meetings are monthly.

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee advocates for legislation and regulations to benefit Realtors and homeowners and lobbies against measures that could harm Realtors and homeowners. It maintains a dialogue between HGAR and the local and regional political communities. Meetings are held quarterly.

Members Day Workgroup

(by invitation)

This group will plan HGAR Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Day. This group meets 4 - 5 times a year.

Professional Standards Committee

(by invitation)

This Committee resolves Code of Ethics disputes brought against Realtors or arbitration disputes brought by Realtor brokers. Special training and experience are required to serve on any of these committees.


  • Grievance Committee: Processes complaints and disputes.
  • Panelists: Members are on call for ethics and arbitration hearings.
  • Mediators and Ombudsmen: Help resolve disputes without formal hearings.

Recognition Committee

Selects the HGAR Realtor and Affiliate of the Year, plus other awards such as the Extra Mile, Spirit Award, Legislative Advocacy Award, and DEI Award. This committee also recommends the NYSAR Realtor of the Year candidates. Meetings are held 3 to 4 times a year.

RPAC Committee

The Realtor Political Action Committee supports and protects the interest of real estate professionals and consumers by helping to elect candidates who understand our business interests and our concerns regarding homeownership. This committee plans RPAC fundraising events and encourages committee members to be active participants in the events. Meetings are held bi-monthly.

Young Professionals Network (YPN)

This group of young and young-to-the-business Realtors will plan events ranging from informational and training events to social and charitable activities as it focuses on the specific needs and interests of its members. This group meets 4 - 5 times a year for planning.

Other Opportunities

Women's Council of Realtors

The WCR is a network empowering women to exercise their potential as entrepreneurs and industry leaders. The Empire Westchester Chapter serves our area and offers a series of events throughout the year. For Information contact the 2024 President, Ruth Lara Deane.

Join a Committee

If you’re interested in getting involved with any of these committees, please complete our 5-minute Member Engagement Profile Form.

If you have any questions contact Amy DelliPaoli, Director of Member Engagement.

Share by: