Installed as First Toledo-Based President of the Ohio Realtist Association
Greater Toledo Realtist Association Named Local Board of the Year
The 2025 Ohio Realtist Conference was a historic and high-impact gathering held June 57 at the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel. Under the theme O-H-I-OWN: Elevate, Educate & Execute, this years conference united real estate professionals, policymakers, and advocates across Ohio in the fight for equitable housing and Black homeownership.
At the center of the weekends energy was the installation of Rob Pasker as President of the Ohio Realtist Association (ORA)marking a milestone as the first President from Toledo in the organization’s 73-year history. A respected broker, housing counselor, and community advocate, Pasker takes the helm with a bold agenda to Elevate the ORA B.A.S.E. Brand, Advocacy, Service, and Engagement.
“This moment is about more than me,” Pasker said during his installation. “Its about putting Toledo on the map and proving that when we build together, we win together.”
The conference also recognized the outstanding accomplishments of the Greater Toledo Realtist Association (GTRA), which was awarded Local Board of the Year. Under the leadership of current President DeLisa Moore, GTRA has led the way in homebuyer education, community engagement, and elevating new leaders in real estate.
“This award belongs to every member who believed in our mission and showed up for our community,” said Moore. “To be recognized on the state stage is a proud moment for Toledo and for GTRA.”
The three-day conference, sponsored by PNC Bank, featured interactive workshops, industry panels, and networking opportunities that aligned with the NAREB mission of Democracy in Housing. Attendees came from across Ohio and surrounding states to gain tools and strategies to increase homeownership, close the racial wealth gap, and strengthen the pipeline of Black professionals in real estate.
“The O-H-I-OWN theme speaks to empowerment through ownership,” said Amber Lewis, NAREB Region VIII Vice President and Conference Chair. “This year’s event delivered on every front – education, execution and energy.”
With a powerful start to his presidency, Pasker is calling for continued unity and engagement across all seven Ohio local boards.
“This is our time,” he said. “Lets elevate together and make sure the Realtist brand is felt in every community across Ohio.”
The Ohio Realtist Association is the state chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), established in 1947 to ensure democracy in housing. ORA advocates for equitable housing, supports Black homeownership, and strengthens the presence of Black professionals in all areas of the real estate industry. Learn more at: www.OhioRealtist.org Follow on Social Media: @OhioRealtists #ElevateTheBASE #OHIOW