2020 CANDIDATE

GUIDE Please note: Candidate names are listed in order

as determined by a drawing conducted by the

SDAR President and in accordance with

the procedures defined in SDAR’s

Administrative Election Procedures.

CANDIDATE STATEMENTS BEGIN ON NEXT PAGE

(10 TO BE ELECTED)

J. DANIEL GEDDIS One Mission Realty – Residential Real Estate GREEN, MRP http://OneMissionRealty.com/Daniel � REALTOR® and SDAR member for over 8 years. I have served on SDAR committees, hold strong value in ethics, and have a love of tech. It would be an honor to bring my perspective to the role of Director. I am excited for what our association will be able to do with control of our MLS. My goal will always be to continue to elevate our profession, while staying nimble and ahead of industry curves.

LINDA DRYLIE Burke Real Estate Consultants – Residential Real Estate Broker, ABR, SRES, SRS www.BurkeRealEstateConsultants.com/team/linda-drylie � I dedicated the past years educating my fellow REALTORS® in being relatively “risk-free.” I have assisted in doing amazing things as the Vice-Chair of Education, and am on the Risk Management Committee! I am asking for your vote to continue my tradition of supporting my fellow Members by serving on the Board of Directors for the Greatest San Diego Association of REALTORS®!

JOHN SHANNON Solace Realty, Inc. – Residential, Commercial, Investment Broker, SRES, SRS, CIPS, MRP www.SolaceRealty.com � Technology and market dynamics are ever-changing our real estate industry. I believe my broad education and hands-on experience can help to understand and proactively address complex real-world problems before us. Let my background in technology, business, community government and real estate serve you. With years of experience on SDAR Government Affairs and Education Committees - I know what is

important to you and would appreciate your vote, to represent you and protect our shared interests.

CHERYL CHASE-BERKSON Chase Pacific Property Mgmt. & Real Estate Services Management, Residential Sales Broker www.ChasePacific.com � Proud 41-year SDAR member; 43 years in real estate; owner of woman-owned business since 1993, overseeing staff and agents. Honored to serve on Grievance Committee and Professional Standards Committee. Abundant experience in property management and residential sales focusing on peaceful, ethical resolutions. Desire to serve, represent, and help membership reach highest professional standards and

success through knowledge of DRE compliance, government affairs, risk management, ethics. 2017 Broker of the Year Finalist. I welcome calls!

FIONA THESEIRA RE/MAX United – Residential Real Estate CIPS, CRS, GRI, PMN www.SDDreamHome.com � Being a REALTOR® is far more than selling houses. Staying involved at the Local, State and National levels of organized real estate is imperative. My #1 priority as SDAR Director is for SDAR’s policies to be in alignment with your real estate business and needs. I am dedicated to searching for solutions and results that have the greatest and most positive impact for you, our members. I’m committed to serve. Vote for Fiona. Involvement Matters!

JESSICA MUSHOVIC Big Block Realty – Residential, Military, Luxury e-PRO, CIPS, GREEN, MRP, PSA, RENE, SRES www.SanDiegoJess.com � I aim to achieve member driven changes. This is a member-owned association which has the flexibility of making accommodations quickly when members ask for them. Want a coming-soon status? Solar owned, leased, and kwh/hour search features? Be a heard member - send your association changes to me and I’ll work to have them implemented.

ROBERT WEICHELT

eXp Realty – Residential Real Estate www.RobertWeichelt.com � Robert is current 2019 Vice President and Board of Director for the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®, California Association of REALTORS® Director, as well as various committee work such as RPAC, Government Affairs & Budget & Assets. Robert and his wife Carla have been married since 1990 and have two children, a daughter Brittney and son Brandon.

GERRI-LYNN FIVES Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty – Residential Real Estate Broker Associate, ABR, CIPS, CRS, GRI, MRP, RSPS www.CoronadoCays.com � It is my goal to represent your voice in Real Estate related issues. I’ve served 3 terms as Director at SDAR and have been a Director at C.A.R. since 2010. Since 2000, I’ve been licensed as a Broker Associate. I hold 6 designations from NAR. I’ve worked hard to stay connected to the changes in the industry. I am a full time REALTOR®, down in the trenches beside you and would appreciate your vote.

KAREN DeGASPERIS DeGasperis & Associates - Real Estate – Residential Real Estate www.HomeOptionsSD.com � I would be honored to serve you as a Director for the San Diego Association of REALTORS®. I am currently Vice-Chair of the Housing Opportunities Committee and on the Government Affairs Committee. I aim to promote home ownership, protect private property rights and uphold the business interests of our members. With the ever-changing landscape, I am committed to these pillars to support our industry and protect the REALTOR® brand. Thank you for your vote.

CELESTE DUNN Pacific Sotheby’s Int’l Realty, Inc. – Seasoned, Trusted REALTOR® ABR, SRS, e-PRO www.MetroHomeSanDiego.com � San Diegan since 1969. Full-time Realtor since 2002 after successful career as an Executive Chef. My experience as Vice Chairs of Grievance and Caravan Hub committees have sparked my desire to serve at this higher level. Sponsor of neighborhood Concerts in the Park. Board Member of MARYAH (aiding homeless LGBTQ youths). My purpose is to enhance your experience as an SDAR member and communicate those benefits to you quickly and efficiently. I appreciate your vote.

DONALD TANNER TANNER Properties – Residential Real Estate Broker � Protecting and taking care of the needs of our members while fostering goodwill in the communities we serve. Licensed since 1988. Active committee member at SDAR and local non-profits. My ethics and values are guided by a strong belief in “Karma.”

CECELIA FOWLER-RAMSEY Century 21 Award – Residential Investment Specialist � With over 14 years in the business, as your 2018 SDAR Volunteer of the Year I'm stepping up to bring my many years of administration and finance to the table to continue to serve you. With a strong advocacy background for the real estate industry, my community, my SDAR committees and you as my colleague, you can believe I'll be your voice, I've got your back and I need your vote.

TRISH DE LA ROSA Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices – Residential Real Estate � Experienced Realtor since 2005. Prior career experience includes former Executive Director of a chamber of commerce, Southern California representative for a U.S. Senator, serving on non-profit boards, and years of service with SDAR Government Affairs Committee provided great leadership skill development to qualify my service to you on the Board. Voting for me is your voice protecting property rights, standing up against policies derogatorily impacting property values and supports programs to ensure our business profitability.

FRANK POWELL Discovery Property Group, Inc. – Residential Real Estate Broker, SRES www.DiscoveryPropertyGroup.com � It has been an honor to serve as a current 2019 SDAR Director. As a Director in 2020, I would continue to work hard and diligently to ensure we continue to protect the private property rights of all people and continue to support the SDAR members. I would continue to support the Government Affairs Committee and the Political Affairs Committee to offer solutions, create dialogue and ensure the issues most affecting our profession are addressed.

ROBERT KEVANE The Kevane Company, Inc. – Residential, Commercial, Land Broker � President of GSDAR, 2011 & 2017; Treasurer 2003, 2004 & 2009; Board member 19 years; C.A.R. Director 17 years; NAR Director 10 years; Lead Negotiator leading to 100% ownership of MLS by GSDAR; As 2007 C.A.R. Taxation Chair, conceived & developed the concept of Property Tax Portability, which in the near future again appears on the California statewide ballot; Presently developing conceptual plan to develop major San Diego Campus/Learning Center for GSDAR.

JUDY PRESTON Ascent Real Estate – Residential, Commercial Broker CCIM, CIPS, GRI www.PrestonCCIM.com � Proud member of SDAR for over 29 years. Currently on Risk Management Committee and Professional Standards. Experienced in both Residential and Commercial. CCIM Local Chapter Member (Commercial). Had my own Real Estate company for 15 years and currently 12 years with our locally owned Ascent Real Estate. I enjoy giving back to our local real estate community.