Get Involved and Make a Difference! Joining a DAAR Committee has always been a great way to make new contacts, learn about the new trends in the industry, and have a hand in shaping the Association's direction. If you'd like to get more involved with DAAR by participating on a committee or simply have some great ideas you'd like to see implemented, please contact the staff liaisons noted below via email.

• AFFILIATE: Charles Fincher, Chair (703/771-0000) Alecia Moroz, Liaison
  Plans and coordinates events which will enhance the Affiliate Members ability to network with the REALTORS®. Increases awareness of our Affiliate Members and works to increase our Affiliate Membership Base. Meets monthly as needed.


• AWARDS: Tania Gonda, Chair (703/444-4700) Alecia Moroz, Liaison
  Develops award programs and award criteria for the Association. Compiles and distributes yearly awards for the Honor Society. Consists of a minimum of 8 member representatives from all parts of the county, with no more than one member from any one office. Meets approximately 5 times a year.


• BUDGET & FINANCE: Rick Cockrill, Chair (540/665-2200) - Judy Gum, Liaison
  Reviews and monitors the financial position of the Association. Makes recommendations to the BOD on financial matters and recommends budget adjustments throughout the year. Prepares the Annual Budget in September for the following year, subject to approval by the BOD. Works closely with staff to assure that the Associations funds are invested properly.


• COMMUNICATIONS: Pat Billheimer, Chair (703/430-1000) - Christine Windle, Liaison
  Provides leadership to the staff in the development of the Focus publications, periodic surveys and general communication to the membership. Establishes press releases on Association activities and promotes the benefits of using a REALTOR® to the general public. Has general oversight of the website. Meets monthly as needed.


• COMMUNITY SERVICE: Sue Puleo, Chair (540-338-4171) - Alecia Moroz, Liaison.
  Provides leadership in sponsoring and implementing volunteer civic and community activities of the Association. Encourages participation by general membership in programs and projects to address local community concerns such as health, safety & shelter related projects. Meets as needed.


• EDUCATION: Melissa Mackimm, Chair (703/771-2345) - Allan Marteney Liaison
  Develops and presents educational and informational programs for the membership. Coordinates the Real Estate Schools Instructors. Coordinates the Lunch & Learn program. New Member Orientation courses, Trade Show Education courses and programs relating to the industry. Meets monthly.


• GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS: Beckwith Bolle, Chair (703/771-8888) - Christine Windle, Liaison
  Monitors local, state & national proposed legislation; recommends and coordinates appropriate call to actions with the State and National Associations. Keeps membership informed on proactive issues and promotes involvement. Makes recommendations to the BOD on new legislative issues, prioritization of issues and RPAC funds contributions. Represents the Association at legislative functions. Meets monthly.


• GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE: Trudy Goodwin, Chair (703/444-4700) -Allan Marteney Liaison
  Investigates written complaints by members and the public to determine if a formal hearing is appropriate concerning alleged violations of the By-laws, Code of Ethics and Association rules and regulations, as well as arbitration requests. All members of this committee must complete the VAR Professional Training Seminar annually. The committee members should be experienced and well respected members and must be approved by the BOD. Meets as needed.


• HOSPITALITY: Melissa MacKimm, Chair (703/771-2345)- Alecia Moroz, Liaison
  Plans and presents general membership meetings as well as the Installation, Honor Society Induction. Plans special social events as requested by the President and or BOD. Meets at least 6 times a year.


• PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS: Sandy Fletcher, Chair (703) - Allan Marteney Liaison
  Serves as a pool of potential panel members for the Association's Ethics and Arbitration Hearings. Conducts and/or oversees the New Member Ethics Program and communicates NAR policy to the membership. All members of this committee must complete the VAR Professional Training Seminar annually. The committee members must be experienced and well respected members and must be approved by the BOD. Service on the BOD or Grievance Committee is a pre-requisite for participation in this committee. Meets as needed.


• RPAC CAMPAIGN: Mike Wagner, Chair (703/669-0099) - Christine Windle, Liaison
  Organizes the RPAC Fund Raising Campaign. Coordinates with state committee and promotes member awareness of the need for fundraising for REALTOR® political issues. Meets monthly. RPAC Golf Tournament Sub Committee - Plans and coordinates the Annual Loudoun Habitat for Humanity/RPAC Golf Tournament.


• TRADE SHOW: Sandy Loftis, Chair (703/444-4700) - Alecia Moroz, Liaison
  Plans and coordinates the DAAR Annual Trade Show. Meets as needed.


• TECHNOLOGY: Tony Arko, Chair (703/430-7002) - Christine Windle, Liaison
  Tasked to revamp our current website, using the latest online technology to position DAAR as a viable resource for our members and the public. Ensure that office staff is using the latest technology to best serve our members. Meets as needed.