Lori Rivera, Global Realty International, Inc. Organization: Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, Central Florida Chapter Lori is committed to making a difference in the life of veterans as a board member for the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing sustainable homeownership, financial-literacy, Veterans Administration loan awareness, and economic opportunity for the active-military and veteran communities. VAREP members represent and work within all sections of the real estate, housing, and financial-services industries. Lori was instrumental in the start up of the Central Florida Chapter of VAREP, and in soliciting the service of the initial volunteer officers. She currently serves on the board of directors and pursues fundraising opportunities while recruiting new board members and focusing on long-term growth and sustainability of the chapter. Lori has also organized two summits, arranged an installation ceremony, and planned a lunch-and-learn event on behalf of the chapter. Lori is the 2009 recipient of the ORRA Pillar of the Community Award, and she is 2017 chair of the ORRA Community Relations Committee. Her work with the committee involves both leadership and hands-on participation in many of ORRA community service initiatives. ����varep.net Cheryl Sharpe, The Real Estate Firm of Orlando Organization: House of Hope Cheryl is a 20-year volunteer of the House of Hope, the very organization that she credits with turning her own life around. The House of Hope ministry is a non-denominational residential program where teenagers can find hope and healing in a loving, supportive environment as they work toward reconciliation with their families. It deals with many of the negative issues affecting today’s teens, such as bullying, abuse, drugs, depression, anger, rebellion, and much more. Teens live at House of Hope for an average of 12 to 14 months, during which time they attend an on-campus accredited school that meets Florida state standards and graduation requirements. They also attend individual, group, and family counseling sessions (there’s even special classes for parents to attend), along with doing daily chores and participating in daily devotionals. Cheryl is a one-time resident of House of Hope. She gives back to the organization by serving as a mentor and sounding board to the teens who are now experiencing life as she once experienced it. She also travels throughout the country advocating for the program, sharing her story as an example of its potential to change lives. ����houseofhope.org FEATURE We Are Unique At Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group®, people are at the heart of our mission. We strive to provide a personalized experience throughout the loan process and beyond. You and your clients are our top priority. BRITTANY JOHNSON, Business Development Manager NMLS #784087, Licensed in FL DIRECT: 407-719-2673 | FAX: 855-570-5291 brittanyjohnson@atlanticbay.com | www.atlanticbay.com 12 Orlando REALTOR® July / August 2017
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