Our committees

Over the past 33 years, the Real Estate Council has become one of San Antonio’s most respected and influential business organizations. That did not happen by accident. It happened because our members have consistently stepped up as volunteers and leaders, year after year.

Now, it’s your turn.

RECSA always needs fresh ideas and perspectives.

We need your time and talent to continue to represent the commercial real estate industry across our city. Please get involved as an active committee member. Not only will you be supporting RECSA’s mission, but you will also be building great new relationships for yourself. 

Here is a list of committees and their functions:

Community Relations - Chaired by Joyce Watson, Cleary Zimmermann

Promotes RECSA’s contribution to the San Antonio Community, including RECSA’s partnerships with the UTSA Embrey Real Estate Finance and Development Program, Texas A&M University-San Antonio and Alamo Community Colleges. Additionally, the Community Relations Committee coordinates RECSA’s Community Project, a program aimed at supporting a local nonprofit organization. The committee meets as needed. Openings are limited in 2025.

Government Relations - Chaired by Aaron Parenica, Kimley-Horn

Monitors local and state (and occasionally federal) regulatory and legislative bodies; encourages and participates in drafting ordinances and policies that will stimulate positive community development and growth in the San Antonio area, subject to reasonable and appropriate regulation. Areas of focus include development process with the City of San Antonio, SAWS, CPS Energy, Bexar County, San Antonio River Authority, and TXDoT.

Those interested in Government Affairs are encouraged to sign-up to receive the latest industry and advocacy updates via email.

You are also encouraged to join the following Development Process Task Forces (DPTF). Meeting frequency varies by DPTF.
DPTF frequency:

Membership - Chaired by Laura Gilliland, UTSA Alvarez College of Business

Works to recruit new members and retain current members. Attends programs and special events. Meets monthly.

Hospitality - Chaired by Nathan Dawson, Trusted General Contracting

The focus of the Hospitality Committee is to ensure that attendees of our programs feel welcome while maximizing networking opportunities. This committee meets as needed and collaborates with the Membership Committee to help with member retention.

Special Events

Organizes all aspects of major fundraising activities, including sales of sponsorships, tables and registrations Fight Night and Council Open Golf Tournament. Coordinates with Event Chair and RECSA Staff. Fight Night meetings November - June. The Council Open meetings run July – October. All Special Event Committee Members must purchase a table, team, and/or sponsor the event they are volunteering for. Openings are limited in 2025.

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