“When the conversation involves Black Homeownership Western Washington Realtist will be at the table”

Nicole Bascomb, Immediate Past President, WWR

Western Washington Realtist (WWR) is The local Board of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). WWR was founded in December 2009 and chartered in August 2010. WWR is based in King County, and serves the communities throughout Western Washington.

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ABOUT WWR

WWR MISSION

“Reimagining the Dream of Homeownership through Advocacy, Activism and Action”

Our national goal is to bring together the nation’s minority professionals in the real estate industry to promote the meaningful exchange of ideas about our business and how best to serve our clientele. We strive to create an environment where creativity flourishes in both the workplace and the marketplace.

Why Realtist?

A NAREB member is called a REALTIST. In 1947, the bylaws of many local Realtor organizations excluded Black members and blocked Black real estate agents from using the Multiple Listing Service, a database of homes for sale, in addition to other professional resources. In 1964 the first Black Realtor was admitted to NAR. However, while many can be both Realtors and Realtist, Realtist is used out of respect to history and choice

Founded in 1947

NAREB was founded in 1947, making it the oldest minority Real Estate trade Association in America. It was formed out of a need to secure the right to Equal Housing Opportunities regardless of race, creed, or color. Since its inception, NAREB has participated in various meaningful challenges and legislative improvements, to establish Fair Housing for all..

Member Body

Although comprised principally of African-American and other minority real estate professionals, the REALTIST® organization notwithstanding is an integrated entity open to qualified practitioners of all races who are interested in achieving the ideas of the REALTIST® theme, Democracy in Housing.

The REALTIST® organization has made substantial contributions to the cause of democracy by working to provide housing for all without limitations or restrictions.

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.
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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

OUR LEADERSHIP

Lyle Crews, Jr.

President | Contact Info

Lyle Crews, Jr.

Designated/Managing BrokerAspen NW Real Estate & Property Management, LLC

(253)584-8200–Ext 104

President@wwrealtist.org

Brooks Glenn

1st Vice President | Contact Info

Brooks Glenn

Real Estate Broker The Kinzel Edison Team –Windermere Real Estate

(206) 981-7845

Brooks@KinzelEidsonTeam.com

www.KinzelEidsonTeam.com

Jasmyn D. Jefferson

2nd Vice President / Parliamentarian | Contact Info

Jasmyn D. Jefferson

Designated Broker/

Owner Windermere Abode Lakewood

(253) 297-2637

Jasmyn@Windermere.com

realtorjasmyn.com

Sabrina Smith

Secretary | Contact Info

Sabrina Smith

AVP, Community Lending Manager / Umpqua Bank

(360) 624-2044

SabrinaSmith@UmpquaBank.com

www.umpquabank.com

Anjelysia Ramirez

Treasurer | Contact Info

Anjelysia Ramirez

Real Estate Broker - Bascomb Real Estate

(253) 495-7460

anjelysia@bascombrealestate.com

John Collins

Chaplin/ Board Member |

Contact Info

John Collins

Real Estate Broker - Aspen NW RE & Prop Mngt

(347) 406-1047

johnjohnwc3@gmail.com

Anzhane Slaughter

YRD President | Contact Info

Anzhane Slaughter

Real Estate Broker - Re/MAX

(206) 472-9738

Soldbyanzhane@gmail.com

https://anzhane-slaughter.remax.com/

Nicole Giamatti

Board Member| Contact Info

Nicole Giamatti

First Vice President - Equity Title of Washington

(206) 661-1603

NGiamatti@equitywa.com

Titus Davis

Board Member | Contact Info

Titus Davis

Producing Branch Manager / Guaranteed Rate

(269) 425-2250

Titus.davis@rate.com

Deidre Hicks

Board Member | Contact Info

Deidre Hicks

SRS® | SRES® | SFR® | ABR®|

Luxury Collection Specialist

Berkshire HathawayHomeServices NW Real Estate

(206) 898-1964

deidrehicks@bhhsnwre.com

www.deidrehicksrealtor.com

Champagne Lewis

Board Member | Contact Info

Champagne Lewis

Real Estate Broker / eXp Realty

(509) 949-8331

champagnelewisrealty@gmail.com

Ron Bennett

Board Member | Contact Info

Ron Bennett

Sr. Mortgage Advisor / Absolute Mortgage a division of American Pacific Mortgage

(253) 561-9704

Ron.bennett@apmortgage.com

Bridgett Bascomb

Board Member |

Contact Info

Bridgett Bascomb

Real Estate Broker |Bascomb Real Estate Group

(206) 271-6765

Bridgett@bascombrealestate.com

Nicole R. Bascomb

Immediate Past President |

Contact Info

Nicole R. Bascomb

Bascomb Real Estate Group

Owner/Designated Broker

(206) 250-3133

nicole@bascombrealestate.com

OUR COMMITTEES

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE 

Chair: Anjelysia Ramirez


Duties

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE

Develop proposed operating budget forWWR

Review monitor and report all IRS and end of year financial reports

Formulate ideas on how to fund various OutreachPrograms

Perform period reviews of all financial records

Engage independent auditor for annual audit of financial records

BY-LAWS

COMMITTEE 

Chair: Jasmyn Jefferson


Duties

BY-LAWS COMMITTEE

Identify areas in our by-laws that are ineffective or need updating to reflect current industry trends

Make recommendations to amend By-Laws pursuant to the above.

Keep current members up-to-date on current by-laws

EDUCATION

COMMITTEE 

Chair: Lyle Crews Jr.


Duties

EDUCATION COMMITTEE

Establish relationship with NAREB and Realtor Associations to ensure classes to be approved for continuing education credits

Identify educational classes that address the needs in the real estate industry

Plan and execute partner hosted workshops and classes

Provide monthly written reports

Maintain and submit updates to WWR website

Identify new topics for classes

LEGISLATIVE / SOCIAL IMPACT COMMITTEE

Chair: Jasmyn Jefferson


Duties

LEGISLATIVE/ SOCIAL IMPACT COMMITTEE

Develop and implement long and short-term strategies to accomplish goals and objectives

Outline guidelines for committee activity

Stay current on political issues relating to the real estate industry

Determine the notification methods of receiving and sending information

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

Chair: Anjelysia Ramirez

Duties

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

Develop and implement plans to increase memberships via membership drives

Create and maintain a membership database and provide toWWR

Administrative Assistant on a monthly basis

Identify and publicize membership benefits

Plan and host quarterly mixers inMarch June September and December

Coordinate and provide membership applications at all WWR functions

Ensure website reflects current membership information

SOCIAL MEDIA / MARKETING / COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

Chair: Brooks Glenn

Liaison: Marguerite Martin

Duties

SOCIAL MEDIA / MARKETING /COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTE

Maintain and update website

Aid and provide recommendation to all technical information and updates

Create, maintain and post to all social media channels

Create marketing ideas for WWR

SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE 

Chair: Nicole Bascomb-Green


Duties

SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE

Appoint honorary chairperson

Engage event planning and administrative management consultant

Determine venue, speaker and program

Coordinate and facilitate fundraising

Engage and secure corporate sponsorships

Sub Committees:

FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS COMMITTEE

(SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL EVENTS)

Chair: Nicole Bascomb-Green

Duties

FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL EVENTS) COMMITTEE

Engage faith-based organizations, foundations, and entities to participate in partnership/collaborative opportunities

Provide educational opportunities to faith-based members i.e. tax protests ,workshops, etc.

Serve as a conduit for communications and partnerships

GALA COMMITTEE

(SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL EVENTS)

Chair: Nicole Bascomb-Green


Duties

GALA COMMITTEE

Appoint honorary chairperson

Engage event planning and administrative management consultant

Determine venue, speaker and program

Coordinate and facilitate fundraising

Engage and secure corporate sponsorships

REALTIST WEEK

COMMITTEE 

(SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL EVENTS)

Chair: Jasmyn Jefferson


Duties

REALTIST WEEK COMMITTEE (SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL COMMITTEE

Reflect, celebrate, inform and publicize REALTIST® Week

Develop and implement plans for REALTIST® Week

Coordinate with Public Relations chair to impart information to membership

Young REALTIST

COMMITTEE 

(SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL EVENTS)

Chair:Anzhane Slaughter


Duties

Young REALTIST® (SUB COMMITTEE SPECIAL EVENTS)

Help encourage young people to become interested in the Real Estate field.

Provide information and encourage college students to join the real estate industry.

Provide membership orientation to new members.

Encourage participation in all conference events.

Make referrals to other affiliates

SPONSOR

COMMITTEE



Chair: Nicole Bascomb-Green


Duties

SPONSOR COMMITTEE

Identify and develop annual fund-raising goals

Develop and implement activities to achieve fund raising goals

Organize, plan, and provide proposed budget (with dates)

OUR MEMBERSHIP BASE

WWR is more than real estate brokers. Our organization is comprised of professionals from across the real estate industry.

Brokers

Mortgage Lenders

Title Companies

Home Inspectors

Insurance Companies

Other Real Estate Professionals

ABOUT NAREB HISTORY

While the lives of African Americans were now changing for the good, and a few victories had been won, schools were still segregated under the “separate but equal” theory- and equal housing had yet to become a reality. This is what drove the men and women who met in Tampa, Florida, on the sweltering night of July 29, 1947, to form the National Association of Real Estate Brokers- NAREB.