A heartfelt thank you to our members for making the FVREB Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 13, a full-house event! With 947 members participating online and in-person, (filling the room to standing capacity), you took part in the democratic process to help shape the future of your Board.
And in what was likely a first for the FVREB, Chair-Elect votes were tied for the two candidates, with the winner decided by a draw as per FVREB Bylaw 8.5, paragraph (f).
We are pleased to announce your 2025/2026 Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2025:
Chair: Tore Jacobsen, Macdonald Realty, Langley
Chair-Elect: Ishaq Ismail, RE/MAX Blueprint, Surrey
Vice-Chair: Rob Christensen, Macdonald Realty, Surrey
Past-Chair: Jeff Chadha, Century 21 Supreme Realty, Inc., Surrey
Directors:
Serving for a two-year term:
- Paul Cowhig, eXp Realty of Canada, Inc., Abbotsford
- Pam Horn, Royal LePage — Wolstencroft, Langley
- Herb Fischer, Sutton Group-West Coast Realty, Surrey
- Brad Richart, Real Broker B.C. Ltd., Surrey
Serving for a one-year term:
- Roman St. Germain, Royal LePage — Wolstencroft, Langley
Continuing the second year of a two-year elected term as Director:
- Manny Chatha, Sutton Group-Alliance R.E.S., Surrey
- Gurdip Sahota, Royal LePage Global Force Realty, Surrey
Broker Division Chair Serving as Director:
Natalie Tarrant, Oakwyn Realty Ltd., Langley, was elected as Chair of the Broker Division at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Broker Division and will, by virtue of this office, serve as a Director on the Board.
In addition to the elections, members heard from Brad Quinn, governance expert, who provided insights into the Board’s governance and the importance of the relationship between the Board, the CEO, and the members in shaping a strong and effective organization.
Special guest Bob Rennie, founder of rennie group, discussed some of the factors that will shape our sector over the next three years. And he shared how his career in the real estate and development industry helped him build a path that includes strong contributions to philanthropy, politics, and the art world.
The day wouldn’t have been complete without the presentation of the prestigious John Armeneau award. Congratulations to Karen Conyers, this year’s winner, who was recognized for her endless commitment, professionalism and service to both organized real estate and to her community.
FVREB Communications