BRR VICE PRESIDENT – (1 Candidates for 1 Opening)
Phil Mount, Front Street Brokers
Phil Mount is an REALTOR® at Front Street Brokers. Phil became a licensed REALTOR® in August 2009 after a 25 year career as a technology marketing professional. In his first year as a REALTOR® Phil was recognized in the Association’s Circle of Excellence as among the top 10 percent producers, a distinction he maintains today. Phil holds two professional designations: GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute) and ePRO, focused on technology marketing.
Phil serves on the Board of Directors at BRR, and was the BRR Treasurer in 2015. He currently serves as the Chair of the Political Affairs Committee and sits on the Realtors Political Action Committee (RPAC). In 2011, he chaired the Member Communications Committee.
Additionally, Phil is also a State Director of the Idaho Realtors® (IR). For IR, Phil is Vice-Chair of the Legislative Affairs Committee and is a Public Policy Trustee. NAR recognized Phil as a RPAC Sterling R in 2013, 2014 and 2015. In 2015 Phil became a member of the RPAC President’s Circle.
Phil is a 2015 graduate of the IR Leadership Academy. He holds an MBA in International Marketing and a BBA in Production and Operations Management, both from Boise State University. For fun, Phil enjoys co-hosting the Boise Real Estate Radio show, broadcasting every Thursday at 3:00 on KRBX 89.9.
“It has been my privilege to serve the membership of Boise Regional Realtors® since I became a REALTOR® in 2009. Participation in our Association has helped me become a better Realtor®, and I am proud to have helped BRR become a recognized leader nationally. My life is immeasurably better because of my involvement with BRR, and it would be my honor to serve as your Vice President in 2017. I humbly request your vote.” – Phil Mount
BRR DIRECTOR – (5 Candidates for 4 Openings)
Bob Hurtt, ERA West Wind Realty
Bob is currently the broker of ERA West Wind. Previously, he was the Owner/Broker of Century 21. He currently serves as IMLS Treasurer and Elmore County Board MLS Representative. He has 23 years of experience as a Realtor® here in Boise.
“I’ve been a ACAR, BRR member Realtor here in Boise for 23 years, agent, owner of a franchise and Broker. I am currently the Broker for ERA West Wind Realty and currently a Board Member for IMLS. I also serve on the Elmore County Board of Realtors. I think I can bring the perspective of a smaller board to BRR and also help some of the smaller boards by being more involved with a board the size of BRR.” – Bob Hurtt
Debbi Myers, Front Street Brokers
Debbi Myers has served the Boise market as a Realtor since 1996 and as a broker since 2000. She is currently the managing broker at Front Street Brokers in Boise. Debbi is an Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC)-certified instructor who is this year’s chairperson of the BRR Education Committee. She has served on that and other committees, in addition to various task forces, for several years. Debbi is passionate about making education a foundation for the real estate industry. She mentors other agents and believes that all real estate professionals should strive together to maintain an educated, collaborative and professional membership of Realtors in the Treasure Valley.
“Fellow Realtors should vote to add me to the Board of Directors for Boise Regional Realtors because I have a strong sense of obligation to our profession and to the public we serve. I am involved, I am informed, and I am always seeking opportunities to learn new things to improve not only my own practice but also the profession in general. I am positive, and see adversity as an opportunity to learn and grow. I am motivated by growth, personally and professionally. I am solution oriented, decisive and direct.” – Debbi Myers
Carolyn Sinnard, Happy Dog Realty
Carolyn Sinnard is the owner and Designated Broker of Happy Dog Realty, LLC. She is a member of the Brokers Council of Idaho, and is on the Board of Directors of the Intermountain MLS. She serves on the Boise Regional REALTORS® Education committee and on the Idaho Realtors Education Committee
Carolyn is a graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI). She also holds two Real Estate designations, the ABR® Designation and the SRES Designation. Additionally, Carolyn teaches Continuing Education classes including Post License and Ethics to Realtors. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Wyoming and a Master’s degree in Adult Education from the University of Idaho. She is actively involved in her community currently serving on the Meridian Mayor’s Senior Advisory Board. In the past, she has served on the Meridian Valley Humane Society Board, Meridian Senior Center Advisory Board, was the past president of the Meridian Chamber of Commerce and Canyon County United Way Board of Directors. Carolyn and her husband, Rick, have lived in the Treasure Valley since 1990. A lifelong dog lover she has two dogs, Mocha and Java who are retired Pet Therapy Dogs.
“I will be an enthusiastic and positive advocate for Boise Regional Realtors Association, and will work hard to raise awareness for BRR and all the services they provide to the membership. My hope is to bring a strong voice regarding the association’s mission and vision for the future path of the organization. I feel I have specialized skills and expertise that could benefit Boise Regional Realtors Association. Additionally, I’m committed to sharing my time and talents to help improve the real estate industry.” – Carolyn Sinnard
Ed Sperry, Equity Idaho Real Estate
Ed Sperry has served the Real Estate Industry as a full time agent, manager, or designated broker since 1978. Ed has owned five different brokerages including small boutique brokerages, a Keller Williams franchise, and currently owns and manages the Idaho branch of a National Real Estate Company, Equity Idaho Real Estate. Ed Has trained over 1,000 great agents and truly cares about people and, their success. One of his current agents was Rookie Salesman of the year for 2015.
Ed served as a Green Beret Medic on a combat dive team during the late 60’s and early 70’s. He eventually retired as an Operations and Intelligence Sargent for a Special Forces “A” Team. The skills he learned as a Team Sargent including Leadership, Team Building, Discipline, Commitment to mission, and cooperation have served him well in the Real Estate Industry and would make Ed a valuable contributing member of the BRR Board of Directors.
Ed Currently serves as the Public Member of the State Board of Pharmacy. He has served on the Medical Board, The Chiropractic Board, The Licensed Clinical Social Workers Board, The Physical Therapy Board, and The Psychology Board. He has also served a committee assignment for The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy.
“Real Estate has been good to me over the past forty years. It has fed my family, sheltered us, put my daughter through school, and allowed for a wonderful abundant life and life style. There have been some incredible giants that have gone on before us actively and unselfishly giving back to the Board of Realtors, MLS and NAR as committee members, officers, and directors. It is time for me to return the favor. I have the maturity, the wisdom, and the sense of humor to be able to make a difference, and it is time. I commit to: show up when I am supposed to; pay attention to issues that affect our business; and, to not get attached to the outcome. In other words, doing the right thing, at the right time, for the right reason. I am asking you to vote Ed Sperry for BRR Board of Directors.” – Ed Sperry
John Thomas, Skyline Realty
John Thomas attended Boise State where he studied for a bachelor’s degree in Business Economics and master’s degree in Business Administration. After business school, John went on to study for the Series 7 exam thinking that financial advising was in his future. Around this time, his cousin introduced him to the Boise real estate market and he fell in love with all of the possibilities within the real estate industry. He began his real estate career in September 2013 with Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Group before moving to Boise Premier Real Estate in November 2014. In July 2015, John opened Skyline Realty with Jordan McCrea. He obtained his broker’s license and took over as the designated broker for Skyline in April 2016.
“I am passionate about all of the causes that I choose to be involved with. Being a leader for local REALTORs and helping them to become better at what they do is important to me. I would like to be a role model for other young agents in the area and hopefully motivate them to become more involved in our community, both Boise metro and the REALTOR community.” – John Thomas
IR DIRECTORS FROM BRR – (3 Candidates for 3 Openings)
Michelle Bailey, Keller Williams Realty Boise
Michelle Bailey has been a licensed Realtor® since July 2006 and earned her Broker’s License in November 2009. She has always enjoyed being involved with the Association and helping fellow agents. Michelle has a unique perspective in that she has worked in both large and small brokerages. Her background in law enforcement has helped her to separate fact from emotion, enabling her to better serve her clients and fellow agents.
The mother of two wonderful boys, Brandon 17 and Kyle 14; Michelle feels blessed to have a great career that allows her to support them as she desires. She enjoys learning about and sharing the issues facing our organization and problem solving the best solutions for the greater good of all. She asks for your support in stepping up her service to the state level.
“I’ve always served with the local association and understand the importance of being involved and supporting the professionalism of our industry. I work well with others and recognize the importance of a healthy conversation while still working towards a goal. The 2016 year has by far been my most favorite year serving on the BRR Board. I look forward to taking that experience to the next level.” – Michelle Bailey
Jared Cozby, Front Street Brokers
Jared Cozby has been a top producing Realtor® for 10 years in a row. He educates the community on what’s happening in the local Real Estate market, the trends to watch for, and how to maximize the investment of buying or selling a home in the Treasure Valley.
Jared business is built on a platform of client trust, and therefore his business is based on referral. With over $7 Million in sales in 2015, 100% of those sales came from a referral from a former Client or Business Partner.
“I am running for State Director from BRR because I think it’s very important to keep our industry as progressive as possible. How the general public views us defines our sustainability. Having a voice on issues that every Realtor® faces on a daily basis is important to me.” – Jared Cozby
Gail Hartnett, Keller Williams Realty Boise
Hailing from Long Island, New York, Gail and her family moved to Boise, Idaho from Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 1987. She was licensed as a REALTOR® in 1992. Gail was honored by BRR (formerly ACAR) as the 1998 REALTOR® OF THE YEAR and was the President of the Association in 1999. Gail is currently a National Director and NAR’s Federal Political Coordinator for Congressman Mike Simpson. She is also an RPAC Golden R – President’s Circle – Hall of Fame member. She serves on the BRR Political Action Committee, and was the 2015 Chair of RPAC Fundraising. In 2016, NAR President, Tom Salomone appointed Gail to his Extended Leadership Team as the Committee Liaison for Public and Federal Issues
Gail’s history of service at the State and National level is strong. Gail served: as the 2006 National President of the Women’s Council of REALTORS®; 2007 President of the Idaho Association of REALTORS®; and 2012 NAR Regional Vice President for Region 12. At the NAR Midyear Meetings in 2013 Gail was honored with the Meritorious Service Award for FPC’s. In 2014, Gail received the BRR’s Code of Ethics Leadership Award.
A consistent Top Producer, she is listing and selling real estate as the Team Leader of The GAIL HARTNETT Team with Keller Williams Realty Boise. Happily married to Ron for almost 47 years, they have three wonderful grown children, and five “perfect grandchildren”. Baxter, their black Labrador keeps both Gail and Ron “up to speed”. Gail always makes time for her family and has been blessed with success in balancing her passions.
“I love my profession! As a Realtor I get to make dreams a reality for consumers every day. Homeownership Matters and it doesn’t just happen. Being a volunteer leader at every level of our Association has given me the opportunity to ensure that we can continue to serve our clients and provide for our families. I have a deep understanding of the issues and challenges that face our industry and want to continue to have a seat at the table when decisions are being made. Cast your vote for me, Gail Hartnett, candidate for Idaho State Director.”
NAR DIRECTOR FROM BRR – (2 Candidates for 1 Opening)
Laurie Barrera, Keller Williams Realty Boise
Laurie Barrera is a business woman who happens to love selling residential real estate.
Laurie’s passion is working with Buyers, helping people who are relocating and looking for their dream home! Her dedication also extends in guiding people to discover the wonders of life in the Treasure Valley. After 28 years in Southern California, Laurie’s pursuit of new challenges brought her to the Sun Valley, Idaho area for thirteen years before moving to Boise in 1997.
Laurie earned the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) designation, and the National Association of Realtors® GREEN designation to further her career in the specialty of working with Buyers and those individuals that care about sustainability in their living environments.
“Because leadership is an honor, and to serve my colleagues and Boise Regional Realtors in a national position is important for our profession. For me, it will also be because being a voice from Idaho in a national perspective will give me the tools to reach out to other Realtors and colleagues. My goal as 2011 President was to encourage new leadership no matter what age, we focused on having new faces engage. I am proud to see the results today!” – Laurie Barrera
Carey Farmer, Group One Sotheby’s International Realty
Carey Farmer’s passion for Boise and love of Idaho has been a driving force throughout her life. Graduating from Boise State as a proud Bronco, Carey entered the medical profession as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center. While enjoying helping people on a daily basis, Carey felt compelled to become an architect of her own destiny and in 2003 jumped into the world of real estate to become a Realtor®.
Carey worked her way up the ladder one client at a time, growing her brand and reputation. Through continuous education and active stewardship of the real estate industry, Carey achieved many prestigious Realtor designations and achieved the title of Associate Broker. A recipient of the Darlene Manning Humanitarian Award, the Twin Award and devoting her time to many local panels, Carey’s heart for people continues to shine.
In her professional ascent, Carey completed her term as a BRR Director, followed by her election to Vice President. Carey currently serves her profession and fellow colleagues as the President of the BRR Board of Directors and feels honored to be considered as a National Director. Carey is the wife of a Boise Police Officer and the proud mother of three sons, all who are her biggest fans.
“It’s been an honor to represent BRR on a local, state and national level. My recent work as a Director, Vice President, President-Elect and now BRR President has afforded fantastic opportunities to network with other Realtors associations around the state and country. I feel that my work on behalf of the association isn’t done and I’d like to continue to promote and advocate on behalf of our members. As an organization, Boise Regional Realtors has made tremendous strides and I would love to help keep that momentum going!” – Carey Farmer
