Monthly News & Updates

Calendar of Events

August 5

Wacky Wednesday

Committee Meetings

GCBOR Board Office

ALL DAY (9-5)

August 12

Broker Co-op

GCBOR Board Office

10 am-11 am

Freedom Financial Partners

Amanda Leija

Q&A for All Brokers

Wealth Management, Roth, etc.

August 14

Applications/Nominations for

Board of Directors due to brianna@gcborar.com

August 19

Standards of Practice for Home Inspections

with Jeff Moses of

HomeTeam Inspections

Lunch and Learn

11:30-1:00

GCBOR Board Office

RSVP to brianna@gcborar.com

August 20

Board of Directors Meeting

Looking Ahead

September 9

Wacky Wednesday

Committee Meetings

GCBOR Board Office

ALL DAY (9-5)

September 13-16

ARA Convention

Branson, MO

Click Here to Register

September 17

Board of Directors Meeting

September 19

Self Defense Class

with Monica Smith

All Star Martial Arts

5501 JFK Blvd, NLR

$10 per person

($10 requested, not required)

September 23

New Member Orientation

10 am-12 pm and 1 pm-3 pm

GCBOR Board Office



C2EX

Own your present while empowering your future with NAR’s award-winning Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) program. C2EX empowers REALTORS® to enhance and showcase your highest level of professionalism, while showing consumers you're the best in the business. Get started at www.C2EX.realtor

 One stage. One industry leader. One session you won't want to miss.

Join us at the Arkansas REALTORS® Annual Convention and Trade Show presented by CARMLS for a special General Session featuring Kevin Brown, 2026 President of the National Association of REALTORS®.

As our industry continues to evolve, Kevin will share insights on the challenges, opportunities, and future of the REALTOR® profession—from advocacy and leadership to protecting the value REALTORS® bring to consumers every day.

Whether you're a new member or a seasoned broker, you'll leave this session informed, inspired, and ready to take what you've learned back to your business.

 Register for convention today and save your seat!

REGISTER HERE

🥋 Confidence Starts with Preparedness. 💙

Your safety matters—whether you're showing a property, meeting a new client, or simply going about your day.

Join us for our REALTOR® Self-Defense & Personal Safety Class and gain practical skills to help you stay aware, confident, and prepared.

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 All Star Martial Arts

5501 JFK Blvd., North Little Rock, AR

💲 Only $10 per person

Participants will learn:

✅ Situational awareness & threat recognition

✅ Mental toughness & self-defense techniques

✅ Practical safety strategies for working with clients

✅ Personal safety insights tailored for real estate professionals

❤️ Proceeds benefit the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

This class is open to REALTORS® and Affiliates of the Greater Central Arkansas Board of REALTORS®. Space is limited, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

📞 Register by calling 501-392-4353 or email msfitrealty@gmail.com

 Our Broker Summit lineup is here!

If you're a broker looking for fresh ideas, practical strategies, and insight into the future of real estate, you won't want to miss the Arkansas REALTORS® Broker Summit on October 21.

We're excited to welcome an outstanding lineup of speakers:

• Charlie Lee

• Veronica McManus

• Dr. Lawrence Yun

• Nykea Pippion McGriffin

From economic trends and market insights to leadership, brokerage management, and the challenges facing today's real estate professionals, this full-day event is designed to help brokers lead with confidence and prepare for what's next.

Whether you're managing a large brokerage or leading a small team, you'll leave with valuable ideas, new connections, and actionable takeaways you can put to work immediately.

 Arkansas REALTORS® Association | Little Rock

 October 21

Registration information is coming soon. Mark your calendar now—we can't wait to see you there!

Allison Rudd-

Michelle Phillips & Co.

Cody Vickers-

Carmichael & Co.

Madison Angel-

Coldwell Banker RPM Group-

Maumelle

Tristyn Meyer-

RE/MAX Encore, NLR

Alanna Spiteri

RE/MAX Encore, Cabot

Brian Teeter-

Century 21 Prestige Realty

Want to learn more about FOREWARN or how to navigate the program?

Click here to sign up for Training classes!

Board of Directors Applications

Now Open!!

We're now accepting applications or nominations for the Greater Central Board of REALTORS® Board of Directors and the CARMLS Board of Directors!

If you're interested in serving or would like to nominate a fellow REALTOR® member, we'd love to hear from you. Serving on the Board is a great opportunity to help shape the future of our association and support our members.

Nomination Deadline: August 14

To submit an application or nomination,

CLICK HERE

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the GCBOR office.

Support Special Olympics Arkansas and you could be packing your bags for an unforgettable getaway! 

Purchase a raffle ticket through your local Board of REALTORS® and you'll not only support an incredible cause—you'll also have the chance to win one of three fantastic prizes during the drawing at the Arkansas REALTORS® Annual Convention!

 Grand Prize: A beach vacation (choose from three destinations)

 Second Prize: A Canadian trophy hunting trip

 Third Prize: A sapphire jewelry set

Tickets are just $25 each, or five for $100, with all proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Arkansas and helping provide year-round opportunities for athletes across our state.

Contact your local Board of REALTORS® today to purchase your tickets, or

PAY HERE

to support a great cause,

 and enter for your chance to win!

🎃👻 Mark your calendars—our BOO BASH Tabletop Tradeshow is coming! 👻🎃

Get ready for an evening of networking, community, and Halloween fun while supporting an incredible cause! 🧡

🎉 Meet amazing Affiliates and vendors from our community

🎟️ Enter prize drawings with $1 raffle tickets

🎃 Enjoy games, treats, prizes, and a Costume Contest!

Most importantly, every dollar raised benefits Special Olympics Arkansas! Together, we're working toward our goal of raising $12,000 to support athletes and programs that make a lasting impact across our state.

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026

🕠 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Sherwood Forest

1111 W. Maryland, Sherwood, AR

Whether you're coming to connect with industry partners, support our Affiliates, or simply enjoy a fun evening for a great cause, we can't wait to see you there!

🎃 Shop. Connect. Support. Let's make this year's Boo Bash the biggest one yet!