Ray co-leads The Harris & Johnson Team which is made up of highly motivated professionals dedicated to being the best that they can be. Through the proper implementation of the systems we have in place, and the business plan we created as a guideline, we pledge a winning relationship with our clients. Included in our business plan is a proactive marketing approach, and everyone on our team engages in continuing education.......Our CommitmentWe will use our unique expertise and work to the best of our ability to provide efficient and effective real estate service. We will strive for excellence, commitment, and dedication to our clients as well as our team......Our ClientsWe realize that our clients are entrusting us with one of the most valuable possessions they will own in a lifetime. With honesty and integrity we will implement our knowledge and resourcefulness to provide dependable, caring results. We are sensitive to our clients’ needs and are committed to their satisfaction. .....Our PeopleWe are committed to the recruitment and development of the best individuals in our industry. We give 100% of our efforts to every aspect of the real estate transaction by not only meeting our clients’ expectations but exceeding them. .....OUR MISSION STATMENT: .....Our purpose is to express our commitment, dedication and determination by serving all of our clients needs: past, present and future. .....We build and maintain a positive learning environment by upholding our personal and professional values with honesty and integrity. .....Our purpose is to provide homes to people, make people's dreams become a reality and create an atmosphere of confidence and trust to empower the people we touch. .............. “ Today and into the future ”

Residential Sales

Representing the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver's (REBGV) member-based association of more than 11,500+ REALTORS® who live and work in communities from Whistler to Maple Ridge to Tsawwassen and everywhere in between. To represent our members who are experts in the real estate profession, including specialties like residential, commercial, investment, industrial, land development, rental property management, and strata management. The Board advances and promotes the interests of those engaged in the business of real estate. I am commited to providing our members with the tools and education they need to give their clients the best possible service. We represent our members’ and the public’s concerns on issues involving legislation and the vitality of our communities at all levels of government.

PURPOSE1 Review the policies and practices of the Board of Directors (Board).2 Ensure the Board’s continuing ability to fulfill its mandate.3 Implement effective due diligence over the governance process policies of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver ( REBGV).DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES 1 Review, at least annually, the governance framework for the Board of Directors and advise it regarding: • Areas of concern • Recommended changes • Best practices2 Annually review the terms of reference for the Board and its Committees, the Chair, CEO’s and any other positions or materials contained in the Board's policy manual and make recommendations as appropriate.3 Ensure appropriate structures and procedures are in place to allow the Board to function independently of management.4 Annually review, in conjunction with the CEO, the skills and experience represented on the Board of Directors in light of the strategic direction of the REBGV and recommend any changes to the skills and experience profile contained in the bylaws. a. Develop and implement a process for communicating to members skills and experience and other criteria they should consider when nominating individuals to serve on the Board. b. In keeping with the Board of Director’ commitment to excellence in governance, the Governance Committee shall strive to solicit for positions on the Board candidates who have characteristics that will enable them to govern, not to manage, the organization. These characteristics include:

Representing the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver's (REBGV) member-based association of more than 11,000+ REALTORS® who live and work in communities from Whistler to Maple Ridge to Tsawwassen and everywhere in between. To represent our members who are experts in the real estate profession, including specialties like residential, commercial, investment, industrial, land development, rental property management, and strata management. The Board advances and promotes the interests of those engaged in the business of real estate. I am commited to providing our members with the tools and education they need to give their clients the best possible service. We represent our members’ and the public’s concerns on issues involving legislation and the vitality of our communities at all levels of government.

PURPOSE1 Options for the Board of Director's (Board) decision on reselection of financial auditor and liaison with auditor on behalf of the Board.2 An opinion for the Board, based on evidence required of the external auditor, as to whether the independent audit of the organization was performed in an appropriate manner.3 Options for the Board's decision re: financial decisions outside the Chief Executive Officer's (CEO) expenditure limits as identified in Executive Limitations on finance.4 An annual report to the Board highlighting the Committee’s review of the audited financial statements and any other significant information arising from their discussions with the external auditor.5 To review with the auditors the scope and timing of the audit work, review the proposed audit fees and make recommendations as required. AUTHORITY 1 The Committee has no authority to change or contravene the Board's policies.2 The Committee has no authority to spend or commit any organization funds, other than the funds normally associated with meeting expenses.3 The Committee has authority to use staff resource time normal for administrative support around meetings.4 The Committee does not have authority to instruct the CEO or any other staff member, other than to request information required in the conduct of its duties.5 The Committee has the authority to meet independently with the organization’s external auditors.

..........Vision, Passion and Commitment............ This is "at the heart" of my underlying drive to be a continuing part of developing a vision for the future of the REBGV......... My 28 years as a Medallion qualifier (Top 10% Unit Production) and term as President of BNT (Burnaby, New Westminster and Tri- City's) and the privilege of representing our geographic Division's 1700+ Members , combined with my time on the REBGV Board Governance Committee, have shown me how important commitment and passion are to creating the future of the REBGV and our profession as a whole.......... I asked for the support of the full 10,000+ membership of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver and was honored by to be Elected as Director at Large, REBGV Board for a 2 year term ending in 2013.

A new standing Committee struck by BNT President Josh Bath and the 2011 Division Directors with imput from the BNT ADVISORY GROUPIt's Mandate:Burnaby/New Westminster/Tri-Cities Divisions newly established BNT Care Committee is intended to "Expand and support of worthy community organizations through fundraising and collecting needed food, blankets and other items at "each and all" Division events. This initative has been identified as a priority by the BNT Directors. Spacific Members were invited to participate based on their spacific experience and success in the Division and the Vancouver Real Estate Board in general. As the Chair of the Care Committee, Ray Harris, Past-President of BNT, will be contacting inaugural Care Committee meeting for Mid June 2011..

........ BNT hosted many networking events in 2009 -2010 which helped bring our nearly 1,800 Divisional members closer together. BNT was rewarded with phenomenal attendance to all of our Social and Educational events allowing the BNT Division to raise an incredible $13,000 to Realtor Care Charities in 2010......... The commitment to “Leading Change” was highlighted with the development of an Advisory Group (composed of members from twenty plus offices). Building on the success of 2009 the 2010 the BNT Advisory Group continued to promote and enable enhanced communication within our division. The incredible event and election turnouts were a direct result of the Division Directors and our Advisory Group working together........We know BNT was “Leading Change” with a staggering 34.1% of our membership voting in the February 2011 elections (up from 13% 2009 to 26% 2010) and see the possibilities of a 40% turnout for the future......... It is clear BNT is “Leading Change” by developing a strong governance modal featuring the efforts of our Elected Directorate and the integration of the volunteer Advisory Group. With an Advisory Group member being elected as a REBGV Director at Large in the February 2011 elections, we continue to prove the Advisory Group Concept will be a model that other divisions to implement. The participation of our members and the development of future leaders is the legacy the 2010 Directors are extremely proud of..........“ The BNT Advisory Group, which was set up by the BNT directors in 2009 and further nurtured in 2010, has provide a two way conduit between the directors and the members of individual offices. The facilitation of social and educational events; the development of leaders; the promotion of professionalism a culture of learning all combine to drive BNT into a strong united future “ ...

Task force Responsibility to find collaborative ways to promote REALTOR® value. The mandate is to examine the whole question of who and how best to communicate to consumers the value of using REALTORS®. We know that everyone in the REALTOR® community spends a lot of time promoting REALTOR® value. But the way in which it is done is erratic and inconsistent, and the sum of the parts is probably a whole lot less than it could or should be. So our task force has a mandate to look at how folks everywhere are going about communicating REALTOR® value. And are there ways in which we can collectively do a better job?

PURPOSE1 Guide the process of identifying potential new board members, provide an orientation prior to elections and identifying individuals that possess the needed skills and experience.2 Employ the skills matrix designed for the purpose of building a well-rounded Board of Directors (Board), develop a list of prospective members, initiate contact, meet with prospects and communicate its findings.3 Seek to identify Director candidates for not only the coming year but also to establish a future list of individuals that may, for one reason or another, not be ready at the present time but be a sufficient interest to remain on the future list.Composition1 The Committee will be composed of between five to seven members with a minimum of the following: • An officer of the Board • One broker member • Two residential members • One commercial member2 The President will appoint the chair of the Board Development Committee.3 The Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Operating Officer will support the Committee.4 There will not be more than one member from the same company on the Committee.AccountabilityThe Committee will report its discussion to the Board by distributing the minutes of its meetings and, where appropriate, by oral report at the next meeting of the Board of every major matter considered since the Board’s last meeting.out and developing future leaders in the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver...The committee is here to develop a process to find Director candidates. - What is desirable in a new candidate? - We must look for candidates for the next election and beyond. Take a longer term view and create a database of potential future candidates that may not be ready right now, but will be in a few years. - The committee is also looking for candidates not only at our Board of Directors, but also for directorships at CREA, BCREA and the Real Estate Council.

PURPOSEThe Human Resources Committee is constituted to assist the Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities with respect to the human resources policies and practices of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV).DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1 Review programs, policies and practices with respect to the development of human resources throughout the REBGV.2 Review the organizational structure, promotions and appointments at the senior management level of the REBGV and, with respect to the position of the CFO, seek comments from the Audit Committee on any changes of significance to that position.3 Ensure plans are made for CEO succession and development.4 Review employee human resources strategies and processes for the recruitment, appointment and compensation to employees and management. This includes ensuring a staff policy manual and a process for effectively handling complaints in a timely manner are in place.5 Review the REBGV's pension plan and employee benefits.6 Review the CEO’s recommendations for annual compensation of the COO, CFO and Chief Information Officer.7 Recommend, and when approved by the Board, implement the process for evaluating the performance of the CEO.8 Annually review the performance and set the compensation of the CEO, including: • Review the goals and objectives of the CEO annually, or as required, to ensure they are aligned with those of the Board • Monitor and report to the Board on the CEO’s performance relative to stated goals and objectives and identified competencies9 Keep current on emerging best practices in corporate governance relevant to the mandate of the Committee and, as required, recommend changes where appropriate.10 Address other human resource issues as delegated to the Committee by the Board of Directors.ACCOUNTABILITYThe Committee will report its discussion to the Board by distributing the minutes of its meetings and, where appropriate, by oral report.

Area 90

Built a base of future leaders

Worked to inahance and develope the REBGV Madalion award program and its events.