2017 FIABCI New York/Northeast Council's Presentation on Sustainability and Responsible Development

EBCBOR Global Business Council as well as REALTOR members attended 2017 FIABCI New York/Northeast Council's Presentation on Sustainability and Responsible Development. The evening featured a presentation on Sustainability and Responsible Development by Michael Namer, Principal of Alfa Development, the visionary Manhattan real estate developer behind a green collection of sustainable properties including 200 East 21st Street. The presentation was very informative and had everyone excited to see what the future will hold.

 
EBCBOR and AREAA Celebrate Lunar New Year, Bringing In Over 200 Industry Professionals

The Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® (EBCBOR) and the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) North Jersey Chapter partnered up to celebrate the year of the dog at Exit 201 in Cliffside Park this past February 21, 2018.   This event was organized by EBCOR’s Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity Committee Chair, Miriam Yu of Keller Williams Town Life and Vice-Chair, Nathaly Castillo of  Weichert, REALTORS Tenafly.
Over 200 REALTORS and industry professionals from across New Jersey and New York joined in the celebration.The festivity featured a traditional Lion Dance and instrumental performance sponsored by One Park Condominiums.

EBCBOR and AREAA are looking forward to working together again in the near future in new projects that will further help all Realtors and industry professionals expand their business not only locally but also abroad.

2017 NAR's Annual Conference & Expo 

EBCBOR Global Business Council as well as REALTOR members attended the 2017 NAR Conference & Expo where two Members; Ronnie Khurana from BHG Coccia Realty and Annekee Brahver-Keely were officially pinned as CIPS Designee. Rose LaPira, Alireza Memar and Eileen O'Driscoll were appointed to serve on the NAR's 2018 CIPS Advisory Boards.

Our Members also attended the Global reception at NAR where they were presented with the 2017 Global Achievement award.

2017 EBCBOR Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

EBCBOR'S Global Business Council  & Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity hosted their 5th Annual Salute to Hispanic Heritage Night International Reception as Son Cubano. This event celebrates the impact and importance of Hispanic and Latino buyers and sellers. With over 120 REALTORS and Industry professionals, this event was filled with fun music, great food, and good company.

EBCBOR Global Business Council Middle Eastern Luncheon

The Global Business Council hosted their middle eastern luncheon where our presenters provided all attendees very educational and useful information about current immigration laws, the visa process for clients and investors. Additionally, they got some insight into how Islamic financing works. Thank you  out speakers Michael Wildes, Esq. of Wildes & Weinberg Immigration Law Offices and Wesam Berjaoui of UIF Corporation for your time and presentations.

EBCBOR Global Business Council European Luncheon

EBCBOR’s Global Business Council held their Western European Luncheon at Tommy Fox Public House in Bergenfield. EBCBOR members and real estate professionals joined in the conversation where they received an overview of some of the different cultures and customs, what attracts Western European investors to invest in the U.S., what are some of the legal procedures foreign investors need to take, and what mortgage programs are available for the foreign buyers. We thank our panel of experts for participating in today’s event! A special thank you to our sponsor Alterra Home Loans for their continued support.

EBCBOR Celebrates the Year of the Rooster! 

​The EBCBOR Equal Opportunity & Cultural Diversity Committee and Global Business Council hosted a Lunar New Year Celebration for our members this past Thursday. With attendance of over 100, our members and industry professionals enjoyed an evening of networking, traditional Korean cuisine and beverages. Hosting Affiliates were Main Street Title and The Jill Cradre Law Firm. EBCBOR is proud to represent more than 500 Korean-American REALTORS!

2016 Hispanic Heritage Night

EBCBOR'S Global Business Council was proud partner with NAHREP Northern NJ to host our 4th Annual Salute to Hispanic Heritage Night International Reception as Son Cubano. This event celebrates the impact and importance of Hispanic and Latino buyers and sellers.
International Leadership Summit 
National Association of Realtors
Incheon, South Korea 
August 31- September 3, 2016
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The day before the Incheon International Realtor Conference & Real Estate Expo begins, leadership from NAR's bilateral partners including organization executives, NAR President liaisons and ambassador association executives will attend the closed-door Regional Leadership Summit. This meeting is designed to be a high-level exchange between leaders in the international community, with the intent to build a regional community and partnership of global real estate professionals. 
Global Luncheon
Doing Business with Indian Nationals
EBCBOR Global Business Council hosted a Luncheon featuring a panel of 3 experts: Prashant Bhatia, Esq., Sheetal Sawhney, and Sunny Mathews who spoke about the business and cultural etiquette of India and its importance in building a strong and lasting relationship with your clients and customers. Topics covered by our expert included: Indians in the USA, Housing Preferences, Financial Standing, Building Lasting Relationships, and Customs and Beliefs of the culture.

2016 Lunar New year celebration

EBCBOR Global Business Council and ARREA hosted a Lunar New Year celebration at Crown Restaurant & Lounge in Palisades Park.  Over 120 members gathered together to celebrate the Year of the Monkey.

2015 Hispanic Heritage Night

EBCBOR'S Global Business Council was proud to welcome members of NAHREP Northern NJ to the 3rd Annual Salute to Hispanic Heritage Night international reception. This event highlights the impact and importance of hispanic and latino buyers and sellers. 

2015 Lunar New Year Celebration

The EBCBOR Global Business Council hosted a Lunar New Year Celebration for its members this February. EBCBOR invited AREAA Northern NJ Chapter to attend as well. Hosting Affiliate Companies The Curtain USA, Clear Skies Title and Aspen Mortgage networked with more then 150 REALTORS and industry professionals. EBCBOR is proud to represent more than 500 Korean-American REALTORS!

2014 Hispanic Heritage Month Event

The Global Business Council kicked-off the first day of the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) course with an International Reception celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Meson Madrid in Palisades Park. NAHREP Northern NJ was invited to attend. 
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This year EBCBOR was named Ambassador Association to Costa Rica by the National Association of REALTORS. EBCBOR leaders visited Costa Rica for a Trade Mission in July. 

Global Luncheon
​Turkish Buyers and Sellers

EBCBOR Global Business Council held a luncheon featuring keynote presentation from the Turkish American Chamber of Commerce a Lending Professional and an attorney who specialize in working with Turkish clients. EBCBOR'S territory represents southern Bergen County including towns such as Cliffside Park and Ridgefield who have a high density Turkish-American population. 

Global Luncheon
Working with Russian Clients

EBCBOR Global Business Council held a luncheon featuring presentations from The Russian-American Chamber of Commerce in the USA, including President Sergio Millian and Director of Media Relations, Mark Macias. Peter Scott, Rashad Bekirov, and Yelena Perchuk Esq. were among the other professionals that spoke to our members about the business protocol, practices & etiquette of the Russian Culture.
Additional Material From Global Council Events/ Luncheons