Rochelle Edwards

Current Director

Broker with J.M. Edwards Associates

RECO Registrant: 19 years

WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE A CORNERSTONE DIRECTOR?

I want to continue serving as a Cornerstone Director because I care deeply about how decisions at the board level impact REALTORS® in their day-to-day business. As members become more aware of and involved in how organized real estate operates, governance can sometimes feel disconnected from the realities those members face, and I want to help bridge that gap.

I bring a strong sense of accountability, a willingness to ask tough questions, and a practical approach to decision-making. My background has taught me how to work within structured systems while still advocating for meaningful change when it is needed.

As a Director, I will continue to focus on transparency, member value, and ensuring that decisions are made with both short-term impact and long-term sustainability in mind. I am not afraid to speak up, but I am equally committed to collaboration and moving the organization forward in a productive way.

- Rochelle Edwards

Professional & Functional Expertises Self-Assessment

Director Competency Self-Assessment

Board Effectiveness Skills Self-Assessment

NON-REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE

Community Leadership & Advocacy – 10+ years – Volunteer Leader & Organizer

Led and participated in community-based initiatives focused on advocacy, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement. Organized events, collaborated with diverse groups, and contributed to policy discussions impacting local communities. This experience strengthened my ability to represent diverse perspectives, build consensus, and lead with integrity.

Amateur Sport Governance & Officiating – 10+ years – Hockey Referee & Team Representative

Developed strong governance and leadership skills through long-term involvement in organized hockey as both a referee and team representative. Officiating required quick, unbiased decision-making and the ability to enforce rules consistently under pressure while managing conflict in emotionally charged situations.

In team representation roles, I engaged with league bylaws, policies, and organizational structures, advocating on behalf of teams while ensuring compliance with governing bodies. This experience enhanced my ability to navigate complex rule frameworks, balance stakeholder interests, and contribute effectively within structured organizations.

Logistics & Operations – 1 year – Warehouse Associate (Order Picking/Packing)

Experience in high-volume logistics operations focused on accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to established systems and processes. Responsible for fulfilling orders within tight timelines while maintaining quality control standards.

This role developed my ability to work within structured systems, identify inefficiencies, and understand how small errors can impact broader organizational outcomes. It also reinforced the importance of accountability, teamwork, and operational discipline.

Non-Real Estate Board & Volunteer Experience

I have not focused my time outside of organized real estate in a director role to date - but I have been asked to serve on a local sports association & the local SPCA board. Understanding the demands of a position like that and the energy I would want to contribute to the role, I decided not to pursue those seats until after my time with organized real estate.

Various Local Charities/Initiatives/Fund Raisers:

Regular youth sports team sponsorships

Local food drive/food bank volunteering

Rotary Club initiatives

Halton Public School volunteer & sponsor

Local clean ups / community building event volunteer

EDUCATION & DESIGNATIONS

Academic Degrees:

High School Diploma, OREA College

Real Estate Designations:

AEA - Accredited Elite Advocate Program (2022)

Leadership Courses (OREA, CREA, etc):

L100, L200, L201, L300, L301, and L302

Real Estate Board/Association Positions

REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington:

2023 – Director of RAHB, MLS Committee - Chair, Amalgamation Task Force

2022 – Director of RAHB, Nomination Committee - Member

2020 – 100th Anniversary - Member

2014 - Director of RAHB, Member Area Representation, MLS - Member

2013 - Director of RAHB, YPN - Chair, Member Area Representation

2013 - Director of RAHB, YPN - Chair, Member Area Representation

2012 - 2011 - Member Area Representation

2008 - Charity Auction - Member

Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®:

2026 – Cornerstone Director, Innovation Technologies - Chair, Cornerstone/ITSO Forms Committee

2025 – Cornerstone Director, GR Committee

2024 – Cornerstone Director, GR Committee, Amalgamation Task Force, MLS Committee - Chair

Ontario Real Estate Association:

2023 - OREA Standard Forms Committee

CANDIDATE SELF-ASSESSMENT

The charts below reflect the candidate’s self-assessment and are based on information provided in their application.

PROFESSIONAL & FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE

SELF-ASSESSMENT

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DIRECTOR COMPETENCY

SELF-ASSESSMENT

List of governance expertise that you have gained during your experience on other boards.

BOARD EFFECTIVENESS SKILLS

SELF-ASSESSMENT

List any related skills gained during your experience on other boards.