Harrison, Ark. / March 27, 2024 — Tyra Turner of Weichert, Realtors® – Market Edge in Harrison has been selected for the Arkansas REALTORS® Association 2024 Graduate REALTOR® Leadership Academy (GRLA). The program fosters leadership excellence within the real estate industry in Arkansas and beyond.
Established in 2005, the Leadership Academy has been instrumental in nurturing and training volunteers with aspirations to become leaders in the REALTOR® Association, as well as in civic and charitable organizations. This year’s academy aims to build upon this legacy by equipping participants with the skills and insights necessary to thrive in leadership roles within the ever-evolving real estate landscape.
“We are thrilled to announce the commencement of the 2024 Graduate REALTOR® Leadership Academy, continuing our commitment to empowering the next generation of real estate leaders,” said Jennifer Welch, 2024 Arkansas REALTORS® President. “Through this program, participants will not only gain a profound understanding of our organization but also develop the skills and vision needed to propel the REALTOR® community forward in the current environment.”
Turner, a member of the Harrison District Board of REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS®, is one of 12 highly accomplished real estate professionals in the Arkansas REALTORS® Association GRLA class of 2024.
“We are so excited that Tyra has been chosen for this prestigious honor,” said Travis Arnold, owner and executive broker with Weichert, Realtors® – Market Edge. “At our brokerage, we are constantly striving to train and grow our agents to become beacons of our industry and Tyra Turner embodies all the qualities that it takes to be a leader in the world of real estate. Through the experience and training that Tyra is going to receive in the GRLA, she will be able to learn new skills, and hone her old ones, so that she will be able to provide the best possible service to her clients.”
“Tyra has exemplified remarkable dedication and expertise in her career, culminating in her recent achievement of meeting the requirements to become an associate broker at the impressive age of 24,” said Melissa Collins, principal broker/owner of Weichert, Realtors® – Market Edge. “Tyra’s commitment to serving her clients is evident in her thorough understanding of the profession and her proactive approach to leadership by generously sharing her knowledge and teaching others. Recognized as an expert in Arkansas Real Estate Law and a pioneer in adopting new technologies in the field, Tyra stands out as a distinguished professional whose contributions and forward-thinking are invaluable to the industry.”
Throughout the program, participants will engage in comprehensive learning experiences covering various aspects of leadership, including effective communication, advocacy, and ethical decision-making. By the program’s conclusion, graduates will emerge equipped with the tools and expertise necessary to lead the REALTOR® organization into a prosperous future.
The Arkansas REALTORS® Association is a professional membership organization dedicated to serving the needs of real estate professionals throughout the state. With a commitment to excellence, integrity, and community engagement, the Association provides education, advocacy, and support to its members, empowering them to succeed in the dynamic real estate market.
Weichert, Realtors® – Market Edge is an independently owned and operated Weichert affiliate.
For more information about Weichert, Realtors® – Market Edge, located at 126 Industrial Park Rd., Suite B in Harrison, call 870-743-5555 or visit weichertmarketedge.com.
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