Meet Florida Realtors® 
“The mission of Florida Realtors® is to advance Florida’s real estate industry by shaping public policy on real property issues; encouraging, promoting and teaching consistent standards for ethical practice and professionalism; and building on the efforts of local Boards/Associations to provide the information and tools members need to succeed.”
Florida Realtors® is the largest trade association in the state with more than 115,000 members.
As a member, you’ll enjoy business contacts, networking opportunities, educational offerings, research and legislative representation, programs, services, and tremendous camaraderie. The Association headquarters is located in Orlando, and the legislative Office of Public Policy is located in the heart of Tallahassee.
The Florida Realtors® elected leadership and business management teams share a common goal. Individually, each brings to the table years of expertise in the real estate industry and proven business management skills. As partners, they seek solutions to advance specific public policy issues and meet the needs of the state's Realtor community.
Meet 2012 Florida Realtors® President Summer J. Greene
Summer J. Greene, regional manager of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Florida 1st in Fort Lauderdale, is the 2012 president of Florida Realtors®, the state’s largest professional association with more than 115,000 members.
“The Florida market has turned a corner, and while there will be challenges along the way, it’s only going to get better,” says Greene.
Greene and the 2012 Florida Realtors leadership team are laser focused on advocacy for Florida Realtors. “We want to get the word out about proposals that can have a direct impact on your pocketbook and your future,” she says.
“Realtor advocacy is going to be front and center this year. We are taking it to the streets—well, at least to our Realtors’ front doors. We’re bringing our advocacy message to local associations and meetings.
Meet all the Florida Realtors® officers
2012 Leadership Team Officers
2012 District Vice Presidents
NAR Directors
- Sherri Meadows
- Tina Harris
- Bob Caldwell
- Nancy Cardone
- Tony Macaluso
- Suzanne Shearer
- Ben Anderson
NAR Alternate Directors
- Jesse Acevedo
- Brett Brown
- Don Asher
Meet Florida Realtors® CEO John Fridlington
John Fridlington is the chief executive officer of the association and chief management officer. He is responsible for the administration of programs, services and policies, and for the Association's financial condition.
John’ s 22 years with the California Association of Realtors® and four years with the Massachusetts Association of Realtors®, made him the perfect candidate to take the helm in Florida in January 2005. John spends a lot of time traveling throughout Florida, meeting with local Boards to assess their needs and to determine how Florida Realtors® can best serve its membership.