Michelle Mills Clement, Chief Executive Officer
Lutalo McGee, President
Vicky Silvano, President-Elect
Erika Villegas, Immediate Past President
Erik Schwab, Treasurer
The Chicago Association of REALTORS® is led by an engaged executive team grounded in a simple belief: A strong association is powered by its people. Working alongside hundreds of volunteer leaders, this team helps shape the resources, expertise and support systems that define the association. This people-first mindset reflects both the realities of this industry and the role the association plays in helping members succeed.
Membership connects Realtors to a dynamic professional community. Through committees, events, mentorship and targeted networking, members build relationships that extend beyond individual transactions. These connections foster the exchange of ideas, strengthen business practices and create opportunities to lead within the industry.
The association understands that membership is an investment in growth and credibility. Through advocacy, the voices of its members are amplified at scale. The organization brings together industry expertise and relationships with policymakers to ensure Realtors are represented in decisions that impact property ownership and communities across Chicago. With property taxes and housing costs being top concerns for residents, and considering major policy decisions ahead, the association remains focused on keeping housing affordability at the forefront of every conversation.
Professionalism remains a cornerstone of the REALTOR® brand; the association supports this through established dispute resolution processes that help uphold standards of conduct and reinforce trust among members and the clients they serve.
Members also rely on the association for access to high-quality market data and practical business tools. Designed by Realtors and for Realtors, these resources, from neighborhood insights to operational support, help members stay informed, competitive and prepared in an evolving market.
At its core, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® is a trusted resource where professionals come together to strengthen their voice, their business and their impact as they help families build wealth, support local businesses and shape the future of neighborhoods across the city.
