Global

The CTAR Global Business Chapter was established in 2019 to provide the education to expand core real estate skills and knowledge needed to meet the unique needs of foreign clients. This includes building awareness of culturally appropriate business practices and providing networking opportunities with other international business professionals and organizations.

Membership Information

CTAR Global Business Chapter membership dues are $90 Annually

GBC Benefits Include
  • Attendance at quarterly educational meetings
  • Attendance at networking events
  • Discounted admission for any GBC sponsored education seminars
  • Contact list (including emails) of all current GBC members
  • Name on CTAR GBC website directory
  • Monthly GBC newsletters
Requirements for CTAR Global Business
Chapter Membership
2025 CTAR Global Chapter Member Directory

Download the 2025 CTAR Global Business Chapter Member Directory here!

2025 Chapter Events
Event tickets are included in GBC membership dues, guests are welcome to attend for a fee (varies per event)
  • Feb 6 - GBC Luncheon w/ Stephanie LeVan
  • Mar 20 - Happy Hour
  • Mar 17-21 - CIPS Institute @ CTAR
  • April - Virtual Trade Mission
  • May 7 - GBC Luncheon
  • Jul 9 - GBC Session During CTAR Summer Conference
  • Aug 22 - GBC Volunteer Day
  • Sep 25 - GBC Luncheon
  • Nov 19 - GBC Luncheon
CTAR Global Business Chapter Recognized as a Platinum Chapter

The CTAR Global Business Chapter has been awarded the Platinum Global Achievement Program Award from the National Association of Realtors® for 2023! This is the fifth consecutive year CTAR GBC has reached Platinum status. A 12-person NAR staff review team determined that our Global Business Chapter rose above the competition, providing the highest level of service, giving members the tools, education and networking needed to handle international real estate- and also continued to work in innovative ways to connect to the global community in our market area and beyond.

Global Business Chapter Related Designations
The Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) and the At Home With Diversity designations are essential education for any Realtor® looking to work with international clients. Both courses are offered annually at CTAR and also available online.
2025 Global Chapter Board of Directors
  • President: Michele Costanzo, eXP Realty
  • President-Elect: Joel Torres, The Boulevard Company
  • Secretary/Treasurer: Rob Byko, ERA Wilder Realty
  • Immediate Past President: Gayle Smith, Carolina One
  • Directors: Tasha Curry, eXp Realty, Joe Kavanaugh, Matt O'Neill Real Estate, Rhett Smith, Coldwell Banker

If you are interested in joining the Chapter, please Contact Claire Hayden.

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