2024 ELECTION HEADQUARTERS
THE RESULTS ARE IN!
Thank you to everyone who voted in the 2025 CCAR Board of Directors election. Your active participation is truly impactful!
Congratulations to the elected candidates and thank you to everyone who ran, we appreciate all your efforts and contributions.
TOTALS
Total Eligible Members: 3839
Total Members Voted: 765
Percent Voted: 20%
Elected = Orange
President-Elect
COUNT CANDIDATE
298 Darnella Aulani
387 John Fondnazio
Treasurer
COUNT CANDIDATE
665 Peter Maclennan
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
COUNT CANDIDATE
370 Valerie Crowell
288 Murrey Kehrlein
344 Cherry Wade
280 Rolanda Wilson
370 Stephen Wondolowski
OFFICIAL NOTICE
May 7, 2024
In accordance with Article XI of the Corporation Bylaws, this will serve as notice that the election for the 2025 Board of Directors shall be held beginning on June 10, 2024 at 9:00am and ending June 17, 2024 at 9:00am.
A 2025 President-Elect, one (1) Treasurer, and four (4) Directors-At-Large shall be elected in this election.
In order for this election to be valid, the number of votes cast must equal or exceed the quorum requirement of 15% of the total CCAR REALTOR® Membership (determined by the record date established on May 10, 2024) by the end of the election cycle at 9:00am on June 17, 2024. The quorum for this year’s election is 576 members.
CANDIDATE STATEMENTS
The below statements are published as submitted, they have not been edited by the Association.
PRESIDENT-ELECT
(1 Open Position)
Darnella AuLani
When voting, it’s crucial to recognize how years of leadership experience shape a leader’s readiness for challenges. With decades dedicated to advocating for our members and representing their interests across NAR, CAR, and CCAR, I’ve guided critical decisions for our organization. Serving as CAR Director for Life, I carry a lifetime mandate to represent you, ensuring your voice resonates. My roles as 2024 Treasurer & Chair Budget & Finance, CAR VChair Legal Affairs, and NAR Diversity illustrate my commitment to our success. These experiences along with over 100+ leadership roles I served, distinguishes me as the best choice for President 2026.
PROVEN TRACK RECORD
33yrs in real estate, 100+ leadership roles served
navigating complex challenges
TRANSLATING EXPERIENCE INTO IMPACT
Driving it to our advantage, ensuring our members thrive
LEVERAGING NETWORK FOR COLLECTIVE GROWTH
My extensive network isn’t just contacts;
it’s a testament to collaboration and success
MEMBER-CENTRIC LEADERSHIP
Prioritizing members’ needs, involving them in shaping our direction
COMMITMENT TO MENTORSHIP & ADVOCACY
Nurturing the next generation, ensuring a vibrant future
DRIVING OUR ASSOCIATION FORWARD
Experience as our compass and action as our mantra,
leading towards CCAR’s future.
EXPLORE MY PLATFORMS & BELIEFS:
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VOTE DARNELLA
John Fondnazio
As a dedicated member of our real estate community, I am honored to announce my candidacy for President Elect of our association. With a rich history of service, including roles on the Affiliates and Events Committee, as Co-Chair and Chairperson, and as a Board Liaison and Chairperson of various other committees, I bring extensive experience to this role. My commitment to excellence is reflected in the 2019 CCRIM Realtor of the Year award and my tenure as CCRIM President in 2019. I am passionate about fostering collaboration and driving initiatives that benefit our members and industry. As an active Director-At-Large for our association here at CCAR, I understand our profession’s challenges and opportunities firsthand. I am committed to leveraging my skills, experience, and relationships to advocate for our members and advance our association’s goals. Together, let’s shape the future of real estate in our community.
TREASURER
(1 Open Position)
PETER MACLENNAN
I’m Peter Maclennan, a dedicated full-time real estate broker serving Contra Costa County for over fifteen years. In my role as Broker at Maclennan Investment Group, Inc., I’ve had the privilege of assisting numerous individuals in finding their dream homes and investment properties.
Driven by a passion for community and collaboration, I am excited to announce my candidacy for Treasurer of the Contra Costa Association of Realtors®. Drawing upon my extensive experience in financial management and intimate knowledge of our local market, I am prepared to diligently oversee the association’s finances to ensure they remain robust and well-maintained.
As Treasurer, I am unwavering in my commitment to transparency, efficiency, and advocating for the interests of our esteemed Realtor® members. Together, let’s work towards fostering a more vibrant and resilient real estate community for all.
If you are a member of the Contra Costa Association of Realtors®, I would be deeply honored to earn your vote. Together, let’s drive positive change and propel our industry forward.
DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE
(4 Open Positions)
VALERIE CROWELL
I am seeking re-election as a Director at Large, representing my Realtor community, for CCAR. I bring 48 years experience in the real estate industry. The first 32 was in the title insurance sector. The second 16 years as an agent. I am a Broker Associate and a third generation Realtor. I understand what we, as Realtors, bring to a real estate transaction and the value of a well trained, ethical agent. Our industry is under attack and it is vital to our survival that we communicate that value.
I have served on the MLS committee and prior to that on the Helping Hands committee. Currently I am the liason to the Local Government Relations. It’s imperative that our board supports its members growth and success. I serve in support of that purpose.
What makes the Realtor community unique is the contributions and value we all bring to the communities we serve. Currently, I serve on the Agent Leadership Council and faculty at Keller Williams East Bay, the Leadership Council of the Keller Williams Rainbow Network. I am the President of the Board of the Rainbow Community Center and a board member at Legacy Doberman Rescue.
MURREY KEHRLEIN
The passion of being a Realtor is all too consuming. Yet, it goes beyond just putting food on the table, for most of us it is a way of life. We are a community of professionals who advocate home ownership and private property rights. In an unprecedented time, answering the call of leadership to safeguard our values and way of doing business is vitally important.
I am running for CCAR’s Director-at-Large to contribute to the decisions and policies that affect how we operate our industry, so we can serve our clients and family at a higher level.
CCAR & CAR committees served
• MLS Technology Committee 2011 – Present (Chair mid 2017-2019)
• MLS Management Group 2015 – 2020
• CAR- Director Mentee: 2020-2021, Director 2022
My vision for CCAR’s future would be to provide its members with cutting edge technology products & services while maintaining fiscal responsibility to give agents the best tools available in the industry that will set us apart in our marketplace.
As an Association we are faced with an array of internal & external challenges. A vote for Murrey Kehrlein will further drive CCAR as the leading resource for our community and our members.
CHERRY WADE
As a dedicated real estate agent with a passion for excellence, I am excited to submit my application for one of the Director-at-Large positions at the Contra Costa Association of REALTORS.
Throughout my career, I’ve strived to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, consistently putting the needs of my clients first. My commitment to the real estate industry goes beyond transactions. I actively engage in community outreach programs, advocate for fair housing policies, and stay updated on market trends and regulations.
If elected, I’d like to serve as a strong voice for our members, advocating for policies that promote transparency, innovation, and inclusivity. I believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every member has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.
I am committed to listen to the concerns of our members, work tirelessly to address challenges, and champion initiatives that advance the interests of real estate professionals and the communities we serve.
Let’s build a brighter future for the Contra Costa Association of REALTORS. Thank you for considering my candidacy.
ROLANDA WILSON
My name is Rolanda Wilson, I am the Broker/Owner at Sound Investments, Inc. in Richmond. I served five years on the Grievance Committee, 4 years on Professional Standards and 1 year on Local Government Relations. I serve as a panelist for C.A.R.s STEPS to Homeownership, Reimagine and Fair Housing conference. I am active in the community serving non profits including: National Associaton of Real Estate Brokers, housing counseling agencies, after school programs and the Red Cross. I strongly believe that addressing housing affordability starts with financial literacy. I believe with education around our finances will allow clients to be empowered and confident during the homebuying process.
I am running for the Director position because the real estate industry is constantly changing and I want to be a part of the process, advocating for our real estate community and helping CCAR continue to grow and continue to be a trusted source in our community.
I ask you to please vote for me as Director. It was be a great honor to serve as your Director. Thank you for your consideration.
As an East Bay native and resident, my deep connection to this area and its Realtor® community. I currently manage the Compass Danville office, where I find great satisfaction in supporting my agents as they navigate transactions and pursue their business goals.
My family is rooted in the East Bay, and I am very proud to raise my 2 children here. Real estate is a family affair for me, as my stepmom has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 35 years.
My background includes a successful career in Major League Soccer, followed by coaching at various levels. I am deeply passionate about bringing the same dedication and competitiveness from athletics into the real estate community.
As chair of the CCAR MLS & Technology Committee, I am committed to staying at the forefront of industry developments and ensuring that the Realtor® community has access to the latest technology and resources. I take great pride in serving the Contra Costa Association of Realtors®.
Our industry faces challenges that require adaptability, forward thinking, and technological empowerment. I am dedicated to helping CCAR lead the industry and pave the way for the next generation of Realtors® in Contra Costa County.
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