IREM® standing committees, advisory councils, and ethics panels
For over 90 years, volunteers have been the heart of IREM and continue to play an essential role in defining and shaping membership offerings, learning opportunities, and member experiences. When members join together to learn, network, and give back, they not only move the profession forward, they move each other forward.
The deadline to submit 2025 committee, advisory council, and ethics panel applications was July 15, 2024. However, in the event that we have any open spots, the application will remain open through November 1, 2024.
Please note:
- Those who applied by the July 15 deadline will be considered first.
- Submitting an application does not guarantee a volunteer appointment, regardless of when it was submitted.
Important updates about 2025 events
Participation in IREM governance will look different starting in 2025 as we take a new approach to our events!
Starting in 2025, IREM will host two new events:
- IREM Leadership Forum (replaces IREM Global Summit)
October in Chicago, a training and governance event that includes:
- Chapter training for Chapter Boards and IAEs (similar to current Chapter Leadership Retreat)
- Networking and celebrations
- Governing Council – will be hybrid, participate in-person or virtually
- Other governance meetings held in-person: IREM Board of Directors, IREM Foundation Board of Directors, Nominating Committee, RVP Advisory Council
- All other committees, advisory councils, and ethics panels will be virtual only throughout the year
What does this mean for you as you consider volunteering in 2025?
Our goal is to always enhance member experience and optimize volunteer time. This re-imagined approach allows more flexibility and inclusion for governance participation – helping us to expand our volunteer pool.
- Save time and money! If you apply to serve and are appointed for a committee, advisory council, or ethics panel, all your meetings will be virtual only.
- If you apply for and are nominated to serve on Governing Council, you can choose to attend in-person or participate virtually.
“Becoming involved in IREM is one of the best choices I’ve made in my real estate management career! I have met incredible professionals from across the world, gained valuable knowledge through the numerous educational programs, and developed my organizational leadership skillset. Through IREM, I have built strong connections that have propelled my career to the next level and inspired me to do the same for the next generation of talent”.
Lindsay Bonilla, CPM®, CCIM
GreyStar | Regional Property Manager, Central West
Austin, TX
Things to know about serving on a standing committee, advisory council, or ethics panel
- International members are welcome to serve, however, all meetings are scheduled in North American time zones, materials provided in English, and attendance at the IREM Global Summit is required at all virtual and in-person meetings, as scheduled.
- Terms vary from one-year to three-years, as noted in composition.
- All terms begin January 1 and end December 31.
- The roles, responsibilities, and expectations of serving on a standing committee, advisory council, or ethics panel, include:
- Adhere to the IREM Attendance Policy, which includes attendance at all virtual and in-person meetings, as may be scheduled.
- Participate in activities as defined by the group’s scope of work and act in good faith and in accordance with what is in the best interest of IREM.
- Review agendas and relevant material prior to all meetings and be prepared to contribute to discussions and vote on important issues.
- Assist your assigned groups in achieving its goals.