June 2025

Message from AREAA Houston President

Dear AREAA Houston Members & Supporters

May was one our busiest months yet — and one of the most impactful in AREAA Houston history! Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke out, and represented us on local, national, and global stages.

🌏May 13–15: GREA Passport Summit – Tokyo, Japan Our leaders connected with top international real estate professionals, explored Japan’s unique Akiya (abandoned home) market, and celebrated cultural exchange on a traditional Yakatabune cruise and at the Gala. Houston President Eriko Ishii represented Houston.

🏛️May 21–23: AREAA National Policy Summit – Washington, D.C. VP Michelle Tran and Secretary Cindy Pham proudly represented Houston. They engaged with housing policy leaders and strengthened ties with AREAA members nationwide.

🎉May 10: AAPI Heritage Celebration – Post Houston We connected with over 5,000 attendees! Michelle Tran and Event Chair Quinn Luong led the charge, introducing AREAA to the wider community.

🏢May 15: Commercial 2025 Showcase – In Collaboration with Commgate Initiated by Commercial Chair Sam Chang, supported by VP Michelle, Event Chair Quinn, Treasurer Suzie Luu, and Sponsorship Chair Dan King. Great turnout, meaningful connections!

🎤AREAA Houston on Stage

● May 5: VP Michelle Tran spoke at HAR’s AAPI Monday Feature, spotlighting our mission to promote homeownership in the AANHPI community.

● May 25: Past President Victor Lee joined HAR Global Day as a panelist, representing our chapter’s efforts among Houston’s top real estate organizations.

What’s Next? Stay tuned for our upcoming Social on July 9 — and let’s keep the momentum going. This event is complementary for AREAA Members and non-members, thanks to the sponsorship of Sam Moon.

Reminder: Membership renewals open July 1. Help us reach our 250-member goal by December!

With gratitude, Eriko Ishii 2025 President, AREAA Houston

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