OUR UPCOMING EVENTS
ABOUT WWR
WWR MISSION
Homeownership through Advocacy, Activism and Action
“Reimagining the Dream of Homeownership through Advocacy, Activism and Action” / When the conversation involves “Black Homeownership in the State of Washington – Western Washington Realtist will be at the table!
ADVOCACY
We advocate for public policies that protect and expand sustainable homeownership.
ACTION
We promote homeownership through democracy in housing and civic engagement.
ACTIVISM
We have a strong social activist history and culture of vigorously supporting equal opportunity and fair treatment for the Black Community in housing.
Democracy in Housing
The Black Millennials Experience in Seattle, Washington
20%
Mortgage-ready
74%
Experience Disproportionate Homeownership
15%
Denied nearly 3 times the rate of White millennials (6 percent)
MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
It is with great honor and a deep sense of responsibility that I step into the role of President of the Western Washington Realtist. As I take the baton from Nicole Bascomb-Green, who has admirably led this board with grace, dedication and vision, I am reminded of the immense legacy we are a part of.
Message From Our President
Greetings to all members and partners of the Western Washington Realtist,
It is with great honor and a deep sense of responsibility that I step into the role of President of the Western Washington Realtist. As I take the baton from Nicole Bascomb-Green, who has admirably led this board with grace, dedication and vision, I am reminded of the immense legacy we are a part of. Nicole's leadership, following the pioneering efforts of Kennedy Akinlosotu, has significantly advanced our mission. Their tireless work has solidified the foundation upon which we continue to build.
As the local board of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) - the oldest non-white trade organization in the United States - we stand at the vanguard of advocating for "Democracy in Housing." This mission is more than a professional commitment; it is a personal passion for me. The quest to provide equitable homeownership opportunities to the Black community in Washington is a cause close to my heart.
As I embark on this journey as your President, I am excited about the potential that lies ahead. We have an extraordinary team of committed Realtist, affiliates, and robust industry partnerships, all dedicated to advancing our cause “Equity in Housing”. Together, we will work tirelessly to enhance Black homeownership and expand housing education not just in the Pacific Northwest, but across the nation. Our focus will be on innovative strategies, inclusive initiatives, and impactful collaborations that will drive us towards our goal of bridging the homeownership gap in our community.
I look forward to working with each one of you as we stride forward in this noble endeavor. Your support, ideas, and participation are the lifeblood of this organization, and I am eager to see what we will achieve together in the days ahead.
With heartfelt gratitude and renewed zeal,
Lyle Crews, Jr. President, Western Washington Realtist
"Meet Our Keynote Speaker"
Dana Frank
Author and Motivational Speaker
Nationally Best Selling Author of "Get Up and Get On It: A Black Entrepreneur’s Lessons on Creating Legacy and Wealth", Dana Frank grew up in her family-run apartment rental business in Seattle, Washington. Founded by her parents
Gerald and Theresa Frank over seventy years ago, Dana has taken the helm to create a generational legacy, while still working with her ninety-two-year-old mother and adult children. Dana learned early from her father’s unconventional business practices and recalls her childhood as different. While most parents loaded the station wagon with soccer balls, hers was filled with picket signs to protest unjust bank practices.
Dana Learned Early to Amplify Her Voice and is passionate about educating others on the power of investing and how real estate ownership can change the trajectory of lives for future generations. In 1950, Dana’s parents were black, broke, but not broken, when her eighteen-year-old father made an improbable decision to purchase his first investment property. This decision created a thriving family business that has supported three generations. To honor and encourage all black families in business, Dana created National Black Families in Business Day, celebrated every August 26.
Dana is a Public Speaker Who Engages Audiences with her lively stories and often funny perspectives. She is frequently invited to give commencement speeches, participate in business forums, and lead motivational seminars.
Dana’s book, "Get Up and Get On It: A Black Entrepreneur's Lessons on
Creating Legacy & Wealth", is a USA Today National Best Seller, Barnes and a
Noble Best Seller, Amazon Best Seller, Pinnacle Book Achievement Award winner, Reader's Choice Winner, and Goodreads Winner.
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