Hello, I'm
Butch Leiber
REALTOR®, Trainer, Business Coach, Mentor
Candidate for Arizona REALTORS® 2025 Treasurer
I humbly ask for your vote at the Board of Director's Meeting on March 28, 2024
Candidate Statement :
Butch Leiber
I'm running for state treasurer because I'm deeply committed to our industry. I've held an Arizona license since 2002 and currently serve as a managing broker for Realty Executives Phoenix/Yuma. Our state association has incredible leaders and I'd like to continue that trend. The Treasurer works with staff to be good stewards of our member's money, and to be the voice of the member. I'm up for that role.
I earned my broker's license to better understand the business and to elevate the industry's standards. Teaching CE Classes has allowed me to share knowledge and improve the Realtor® community. As a managing broker, I focus on helping agents become better professionals and genuinely believe that by prioritizing service, we can succeed in business.
My leadership journey, from the Legislative Affairs committee to President of Phoenix Realtors®, has been driven by a desire to make a difference for both clients and the industry. Serving at the state level will enable me to continue to feed my passion to contribute and lead. Thank you for this opportunity.
Butch Leiber
C2EX, At Home With Diversity, rCRMS
2017 – 2019: Arizona REALTORS® Legislative Affairs Committee, 2019 Chair
2018 - present: Phoenix REALTORS® Board of Directors
2018 – present: Arizona REALTORS® Professional Standards Committee
2019 – 2022, 2024: ARMLS Board of Directors
2019- 2022: RAPAC Trustee
2020- present: Arizona REALTORS® Board of Directors
2021- present: NAR Board of Directors
2022 – present: Arizona REALTORS® DEI Committee, 2024 Chair
2022 – present: ARMLS Rules Committee
2023 NAR Professional Development Committee
2023, 2024 NAR C2EX Committee
2023 Phoenix REALTORS® President
Some Media Mentions
About Butch
Let's Get Personal:
The Early Years
Grew up in Philadelphia, PA
Class 239 Phila. Central High School
BS Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA
Hahnemann University School of Medicine
(Didn't quite finish that - disappointing Mom)
Hobbies
Travel - been on 16 cruises.
Being on a cruise ship is one of my favorite things.
Favorite places: Great Wall of China; Santorini, Greece
Walked over 90 miles on the Camino de Santiago across northern Spain. (See some pics here)
Reading. Theater (Musical Theater)
I have a list of my favorites at: butchL.com
Random Facts
Married to Hailin Xu and we had our wedding cake match our shirts. (See some pics here)
I've been on 2 TV Game Shows - Teen Challenge (Phila Local) and Win Ben Stein's Money (I didn't).
I was a founding member of what became the largest BNI Chapter in the US.
Trained for and delivered two "Ted"-style talks.
Watch First |
Watch Second
Core Values
My Core Values
Ever since that first time I raised my hand to help back in kindergarten, I've been volunteering to make a difference for others. I run my businesses in service of others. My life and my career is about people living free creating a world that works for everyone.
I will bring this commitment to the role of treasurer if you put your trust in me to do so. Operating from being of service is vital but without integrity, nothing works. My favorite definition of integrity is "doing the right thing, even when no one is watching." It's also about doing what you say you'll do by when you say you'll do it. This is how I live all areas of my life.
Also important in my world view is to continue to learn, and grow. Keep an open mind and be willing to see other people's perspectives. This industry has it's challenges and we need to work together, for all of our members, for the industry and Arizona homeowners.
Lastly, I do believe that anything is possible. With partnership, teamwork, and focus we can achieve great things.
"Integrity is choosing courage over comfort; choosing what is right over what is fun, fast, or easy; and choosing to practice our values rather than simply professing them."
Brene Brown
Remember the movie Beetlejuice – a comedy about a newly deceased couple whose spirits get stuck in their old house. There’s a scene where they are stuck in the attic, in front of a brick wall with no idea how to get to out. On a nearby table, they see a handbook that says, “in case of emergency, draw a door.” So, they pick up a piece of chalk and they draw a door. And it opens... into a new world.
I believe we all live by a set of (mostly) invisible rules that we didn’t create, we didn’t agree to and we’re blind to the limits they put on our lives. Our rules allow us to operate fluidly through life – until they don’t. We are often blind to the limitations our rules have on our ability to make choices in life – and they end up getting in the way of having and achieving what is really important to us.
It’s as if our invisible rules build a wall, a wall that can feel very real, and can be the invisible barrier that keeps us from our goals and dreams on the other side—with no way to get there. And that's where there's an opportunity to Draw a Door®, to create opportunity when none exists, and step forward into a new future.
Drawing a door is identifying the rules that constrain us and creating new opportunities. That's how I approach life - what else here is possible?
The YES! image was created by my friend Jon Marro and signifies that with focus, intention and work, any idea can burst forth into existence, regardless of the circumstances
What Others Say
Endorsements
“ I wholeheartedly endorse Butch Leiber as the ideal candidate for the position of Treasurer in the upcoming election. Having closely observed his dedication, expertise, and commitment to the real estate industry, I am confident that Butch Leiber will be an exceptional asset to Arizona REALTORS. Butch Leiber has consistently shown a genuine commitment to the values and objectives of Arizona REALTORS. He has been actively involved in local, State, and National initiatives, and has demonstrated a strong passion for advancing the interests of real estate professionals in Arizona. Furthermore, Butch Leiber possesses excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit. His ability to work with diverse stakeholders and build consensus is crucial for a position like Treasurer, where effective communication and teamwork are essential. on. I encourage all members to cast their vote in favor of Butch Leiber. ”
Rich La Rue
Rich La Rue, Designated Broker, Vice President of Homesmart Brokerages, Western Region®“Butch is unable to take anything on without putting his entire heart into it. I had the privilege of going through the LTA program with Butch in 2022. He is diligent, open minded, and absolutely capable of anything he puts his mind to. He makes a point of getting to know everyone in the room and ensure that their opinions are heard. These are qualities that I know I want in our next Treasurer and that will serve him well in all his future endeavors. We are lucky to have him step up into this leadership role – I cannot wait to see what you do in the future Butch!”
Clare Fernandes
2023 President, Green Valley Sahaurito Association of REALTORS®“ I endorse Butch Leiber for AAR Treasurer. Butch's passion, dedication and ability to inspire others makes him the perfect choice for this role. Butch has been active in the Local, State and National Associations and is totally committed to our industry. Butch will make a strong leader for our association! ”
