REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York)
Desrene Walton is a seasoned professional in the field of fundraising and event management, currently serving as the Director of Social Impact at the Real Estate Board of New York since December 2023. Prior experience includes the role of Senior Manager of Individual Giving at the Apollo Theater from May 2021 to December 2023, where significant accomplishments included redesigning the Individual Giving Program and achieving 80% growth post-pandemic. Desrene has extensive experience at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), where roles spanned from Senior Development Assistant/Specialist to Manager of Special Events, resulting in noticeable increases in membership growth and fundraising effectiveness. Desrene holds a Master's degree in Digital Marketing and Advertising from Liberty University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Medgar Evers College, along with various certifications in Events and Convention Management.
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REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York)
Created in 1896 the Real Estate Board of New York was the first real estate trade association in the state. REBNY members are New York City’s most talented, energetic and influential real estate professionals. REBNY works on behalf of its members to promote public and industry policies and frequently speaks before government bodies to, among other things, expand New York’s economy, encourage the development and renovation of commercial and residential real property, enhance the city’s appeal to investors and residents and facilitate property management. The Board conducts various professional education programs including state-certified, required courses for licensing, continuing education courses and free seminars to help members hone their professional skills. REBNY also undertakes a wide variety of research projects studying the current residential and commercial conditions within the city and maintains the largest collection of real-estate related information of any city trade association in its Seymour B. Durst library, located at REBNY’s office in mid-town. The Real Estate Board is made up of the following divisions: - The Owners & Builders Division - The Commercial Brokerage Division - The Residential Brokerage Division - The Management Division - The Allied and Associates Division - The Institutional Owners Division Please visit www.rebny.com for more information or to become a member.