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Standing committees, advisory councils, and ethics panels

IREM® standing committees, advisory councils, and ethics panels

For over 90 years, volunteers have been the heart of IREM and continue to play an essential role in defining and shaping membership offerings, learning opportunities, and member experiences. When members join together to learn, network, and give back, they not only move the profession forward, they move each other forward.

Volunteer applications closed on July 15, 2026; applications for 2028 volunteers will open in Spring 2027.

If any volunteer positions remain available after the deadline and you would like to be considered/apply, please contact Lee Anne Marinca, Director, Governance & Ethics, at ivolunteer@irem.org.

Please note:

  • Submitting an application does not guarantee a volunteer assignment.
  • If your current volunteer appointment continues in 2027, do not submit an application, unless you are interested in serving as a 2027 Chair or Vice Chair.
  • Those appointed to a 2027 group will be notified in Nov/Dec 2026.

  “Becoming involved in IREM is one of the best choices I’ve made in my real   estate management career! I have met incredible professionals from across   the world, gained valuable knowledge through the numerous educational   programs, and developed my organizational leadership skillset. Through   IREM, I have built strong connections that have propelled my career to the   next level and inspired me to do the same for the next generation of talent”.

  Lindsay Bonilla, CPM®, CCIM
  GreyStar | Senior Regional Property Manager, Central West
  Austin, TX


 

Things to know about serving on a standing committee, advisory council, or ethics panel

  • International members are welcome to serve, however, all meetings are scheduled in North American time zones, materials  provided in English, and attendance is required for all virtual and in-person meetings, as scheduled.
  • Terms vary from one-year to three-years, as noted in composition.
  • All terms begin January 1 and end December 31.
  • The roles, responsibilities, and expectations of serving on a standing committee, advisory council, or ethics panel, include:
    1. Adhere to the IREM Attendance Policy, which includes attendance at all virtual and in-person meetings, as may be scheduled.
    2. Participate in activities as defined by the group’s scope of work and act in good faith and in accordance with what is in the best interest of IREM.
    3. Review agendas and relevant material prior to all meetings and be prepared to contribute to discussions and vote on important issues.
    4. Assist your assigned groups in achieving its goals.

Committee, advisory council, and ethics panel FAQs

  • How will I make a difference by serving on a committee, advisory council, or ethics panel?

    You can make a difference by:

    • Supporting IREM’s mission and strategic goals
    • Contributing to the success of IREM’s key initiatives and programs
    • Sharing industry knowledge and forward-thinking ideas
    • Establishing valuable personal and professional connections
    • Honing your leadership skills
    • Promoting IREM as the greatest champion for all property management professionals
  • What would be my commitment as a committee, advisory council, or ethics panel member?
    • Adhere to the IREM Attendance Policy,  which includes attendance at all virtual and in-person meetings as scheduled
    • Participate in activities as defined by the group’s scope of work and act in good faith and in accordance with what is in the best interest of IREM.
    • Review agendas and relevant material prior to all meetings and be prepared to contribute to discussions and vote on important issues.
    • Assist your assigned groups in achieving their goals.
  • What are the terms for committee, advisory councils, or ethics panel members?
    • Committee and advisory council  members serve one-year or two-year terms, depending on the volunteer group’s composition.
    • Ethics panel members serve three-year terms.
    • All terms begin January 1 and end December 31.
  • What expenses are covered for committee, advisory council, or ethics panel members?

    All expenses related to attending in-person committee/advisory council meetings are covered by IREM. However, most groups will not have in-person meetings.

  • How and when are applicants notified on the status of their application?
    • All interested members must submit an application by the deadline; late applications will not be considered.
    • You will be notified on the status of your 2027 application via email from  ivolunteer@irem.org in Nov/Dec 2026.
    • If appointed, you must accept your appointment via the link in the invitation email by the year-end deadline.
    • If you do not take action to accept your appointment and/or do not wish to accept the invitation, the appointment will become invalid, and you will be removed from the group.
    • All new terms begin January 1st.
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