National Women’s History Month Spotlight: Stephanie Walker

What leadership roles do/did you hold in the real estate industry?

President Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® 2002
Treasurer OBAR 2000. Chaired Bylaws, Pro Standards, Finance/Budget, Membership, Scholarship, Community involvement over the years since 1987. NC REALTORS® Director Positions 10 years.

What leadership roles do/did you hold in NC REALTORS®?

President 2011, Leadership Academy Chair 2016, 2017, 2018.
Past Chair, Bylaws, Past Chair Professional Standards
Past Director, NC REEF
NAR Director 2010 -2018
NC REALTORS® BOD Past Presidents Representative

What is your role in the industry today?

Active REALTOR®

What is your role in NC REALTORS® today?

Active leadership role

What years were you active in the industry?

1987 – present

What years were you active in NC REALTORS®?

1999 through Present

What do you consider your greatest accomplishment in the industry?

NC REALTORS® President and Liaison to NAR President, Chair of NAR Pro Standards and Interpretations and Procedures Advisory Board.

What do you consider your greatest accomplishment as an NC REALTOR®?

NC REALTORS® President/Leadership Academy Chair

What were the greatest challenges you faced in the industry?

NC REALTORS® financial restructuring during Presidential term.

Educating members on the importance of flood insurance availability and Biggert Waters Reform.

What were the greatest challenges you faced as an NC REALTOR®?

NC REALTORS® financial restructuring during Presidential term.

Have you been inspired by other NC REALTOR® women throughout the years? Please name them here and briefly describe how they have impacted you, the industry or the association.

Connie Corey for her strength and positive attitude.
Cindy Chandler for her knowledge and encouragement

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