Mark Gordon

Janet Marlow:

My name is Janet Marlow and thank you for taking time to learn more about me. I am excited to be running to be the 2026 Colorado Association of REALTORS Treasurer. With 30 years in real estate and 10 years as a REALTOR®, I am committed to ensuring our association remains strong, transparent, and forward thinking. If elected I will maintain our excellent accountability, encourage innovation, and remain committed to our members’ success. I will work to ensure that every dollar serves our REALTORS® so we have the tools, support and advocacy needed to succeed. A brief overview of my resume is below and I would be honored to earn your vote.

Professional Background

2025 – Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) Government Affairs VP

2025 & 2026 – National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) REALTOR® Party Trustee for Campaign Services

2024 – NAR RPAC Major Investor Council

2023 & 2024 – CAR RPAC Co-Chair

2018-Present – Serve on CAR’s Legislative Policy Committee and Chair in 2022

2023 – President of South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association (SMDRA)

2023 – NAR FPC Advisory Committee

2022 – NAR REALTOR® Party Member Involvement Committee

2021-2024 – Served on the SMDRA Finance Committee

2021 – SMDRA Board of Directors Member Services Vice-Chair

2021 – NAR Consumer Advocacy Outreach Advisory Board

2020 – NAR Research Committee

2019-2024 – SMDRA Board of Directors

2015-Current – Served on a multitude of SMDRA & CAR committees

Community Service

I have served on the City of Aurora’s Citizen Water Advisory Commission from 2017 to present. We oversee a budget of $600 million. I was the Chair in 2020-2021 and Chair again in 2024 and 2025.

I have served on the City of Aurora’s Citizens Advisory Budget Committee from 2022 to present. We oversee a budget of $900 million. I am the 2025 Chair of this committee.

I have served on the City of Aurora’s Spirit of Aurora, a non-profit arm of the city from 2020 to present and have been the Vice Chair from 2021 to present.

Awards

2016 – SMDRA Rising Star

2018 – SMDRA Presidents Distinguished Service Award

2024 – CAR Presidents Distinguished Service Award

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Sean Dougherty: 

Hi, I’m Sean Dougherty, and I’ve been lucky enough to serve the Colorado Association of REALTORS® (CAR) in various roles since 2009. Over the years, I’ve worn a lot of hats—Board of Directors member, VP of the Legal & Risk Division, Chair of Government Affairs and Legislative Policy Division, and long-time member (and Chair) of both the Professional Standards and Grievance Committees. These experiences have given me a deep appreciation for our profession and the work it takes to protect it.

I currently serve as CAR’s Northeast District Vice President, and on the national side, I’ve proudly represented Colorado on the NAR Board of Directors for the past three years. I’ve served on key committees like Risk Management Issues, State & Local Issues, and Professional Standards, where I helped implement Standard of Practice 10-5 to stand against hate speech in our industry.

Outside of real estate, I’m a proud husband and father to my most favorite people in the world. I’ve been a County Commissioner, spent 13 years on the Larimer County Planning Commission, and served on the State of Colorado Commission on Property Tax—so I bring a wide lens to conversations around property rights and advocacy.

I’m running to continue as Colorado’s NAR Director (Medium Board), because I believe our voice matters—especially now, as we face some real challenges and opportunities ahead. I’m here to keep fighting for REALTORS®, property rights, and the strength of our brand. And yes, the ponytail is gone… but the Hawaiian shirts are still going strong!

Thanks for your support—it means the world!

Mark Gordon:

Mark Gordon has been a full-time Realtor® since 2008, beginning his career with Sotheby’s International Realty before helping to reinvigorate Christiania Realty, one of Vail’s original brokerages. With a deep understanding of market dynamics and a passion for innovation, Mark blends old-school relationship-building with forward-thinking technology to meet the evolving needs of both clients and colleagues.

A longtime Vail local, Mark has served his community in both elected office and industry leadership. He spent four years on the Vail Town Council championing affordable housing and economic sustainability. He currently serves as President of the Vail Board of Realtors® and sits on CAR’s Audit Committee and as Vice Chair of the Strategic Thinking Committee.

Mark’s commitment to organized real estate is long-standing and wide-reaching. He served as Colorado RRC/CRS President in 2021–2022, was elected to the RRC/CRS Board of Directors in 2023, and is currently serving his third term on NAR’s Resort and Second Home Committee. He’s been a featured panelist at multiple national real estate conferences, offering insight on technology, resort markets, and strategic growth.

As a leader, Mark values effectiveness, results, and keeping the big picture in focus. His approach is collaborative and consensus-driven, with a strong belief in bringing people together to find smart, strategic solutions that move the industry forward. He is committed to representing Colorado Realtors® at the national level with clarity, integrity, and a forward-looking mindset.

Ann Hayes:

EXPERIENCE FROM MAY 1985-PRESENT

JOB TITLE, REALTOR

First licensed in California. Was Sales Manager for Sun Harbor Realty in Encinitas until 1994, as well as an Independent REALTOR. Then licensed in Colorado since 1995. 1995-1998 Worked as Sales Manager for Great New Homes, selling builders houses and assisting customers with colour selections, etc for customizing the houses. Also, handled the contingent sales, and leasing of Peachtree Shopping Center, which was owned by builder.

1998-2010 Broker Associate and Manager New Homes Division at Coldwell Banker Home Owners Realty.

2010-present Keller Williams Colorado West Realty, LLC Sales Associate, then Co-Managing Broker, Managing Broker and presently Broker Associate

DATES FROM 1974– TO 1982 JOB TITLE, RESTAURANT MANAGER, STUART ANDERSONS BLACK ANGUS RESTAURANTS

Managed three locations in the San Diego Area, first in Kearny Mesa, then Chula Vista and El Cajon, and was the opening manager for new location on Friars Road. Was part of corporate training team that opened locations around country, and worked with programmers at NCR to develop a point of sale system for the restaurants. Prior work experience was in bookkeeping and accounting, for W.D. and H.O. Wills, Sydney, Australia, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Sydney,ACI , Sydney, Australia and Solano Ambulance, Vallejo, California ,

DECEMBER 1957 DEGREE TITLE, HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

Attended Sydney Girls High School, Sydney Australia. Courses taken were French, Latin, German, English, Physics, Chemistry, Math 1, Math 2, Geography.

Have also taken some college courses and many Real Estate courses. Am a Certified Residential Specialist, Graduate REALTOR Institute, Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist.

SKILLS * Have an extensive knowledge of the local Real Estate market, having practiced here since 1995. * Focused * Research based * Good listener * Great customer skills

ACTIVITIES Have been Treasurer, Chairman and Director for the Grand Junction Area REALTOR Association. At state level, have been Director, Treasurer, and in 2018 was Chair of the Colorado Association of REALTORS, and in 2022 was Colorado Association of REALTORS REALTOR of the Year. Am currently for Director for the National Association of REALTORS, a Director for the Colorado Association of REALTORS and serve on many local and state committees.

Also, was Senior Warden at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, currently am Treasurer, and am involved with local events. Member Government Affairs Chamber of Commerce.

Bonnie Smith:

I’m Bonnie Smith and I’m asking for your vote for NAR Director in CAR’s election June 2nd-4th 2025. With the tumultuous events of the last two years in our Association, I believe our Leaders are more important than ever. An elective Director needs to have critical and integral knowledge of the Association and its Members to ensure that the organization is healthy, relevant, and responsive. It’s important to recognize that our Directors, while listening to and communicating with our Colorado members, wear the hat of representing NAR and I am keenly aware of that responsibility.

I bring experience to the task, a fresh perspective to the table, and a desire to listen to you as Leaders and to the Members you represent. Inclusion is important, whether it be new practitioners looking for a fresh approach, or experienced Brokers who can share valuable insight. This is a challenging time in our Industry with opportunities, shifting technologies, and political and legislative challenges. My commitment to keep pace with these issues, as well as to consistently participate, is clear. Please read on about some of my experience. Thank you and please vote in June!

Bonnie’s Highlights

ABR,AHWD,C2EX,CIPS,CRB,CRS,GRI,MRE,RSPS,SAS,SRES,SRS,TRC,ALHS
2024-26 NAR State and Local Issues Mobilization Support Committee
2018-24 NAR Finance Committee
2017 Colorado REALTOR ® of the Year 2021 NAR RPAC Hall of Fame 3rd tier ($75,000)
2004-25 RPAC President’s Circle, Golden R 2020-2022 SAR RPAC Chair
2022 SMDRA REALTOR® Party Director
2021 SMDRA RPAC Chair
2019-21 NAR Region XI Strategy Committee
2019-20 NAR Leading Edge Committee
2017-19 NAR Insurance Committee
2015-16 Immediate Past Chair, REALTOR® Party Trustees for Campaign Services
2015-16 Chair, REALTOR® Party Trustees for Campaign Services

Ron Thorne:

Thank you for taking the time to read this!  As I approach the completion of my first term as one of your State Allocated NAR Directors, I am honored to be considered for a second term. If elected, this would also be my final term, by choice, and I would be very proud to serve you again.

What an incredible journey it has been as a first-time NAR Director….Holy Smokes!  As I shared during my talk at Colorado Connections, challenges often reveal our superpowers. Together, we’ve navigated through seasons of storms, steering and maneuvering a massive ship to preserve and enhance what works while aggressively addressing areas that demand change and pivoting, all amidst staggering challenges from every direction.

I’ve had the privilege of chairing the Colorado NAR Directors Committee, leading local meetings and Colorado Caucuses at RLM and NXT. Your exceptional Colorado NAR Board of Directors team has engaged in bold, candid, and meaningful conversation. Additionally, I currently serve on the Region 11 Strategy Committee and as Colorado’s representative on the NAR FPC Advisory Committee. These experiences have reinforced my decision to seek another term, as I believe the productive momentum built is worth seamlessly continuing.

As Mountain Metro’s (MMAR) first-ever member NAR Director, I’ve worked to ensure that smaller associations also have a voice at the NAR Board level. I’ve been proactive in sharing insights into NAR’s value and its advocacy efforts and successes at brokerage and association events over the past two years.  I remain passionate about everything YPN!!

While change is inevitable, active participation is essential if we are to thrive as an industry, a profession, and an unstoppable force protecting our members, clients and consumers.

If given the opportunity, I will continue to serve as a highly engaged and effective advocate on your Colorado NAR Directors team. I will listen, discern, and do my best to advance our collective goals while representing NAR and CAR with dedication, perseverance, acuity and respectful kindness.

While I would be deeply honored and grateful to earn your support, I want to reiterate that every candidate/friend on this slate is exceptional and would represent Colorado well.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Warm regards,
Ron Thorne, CRS
Board of Directors
National Association of REALTORS